Reserve your spot for a special Christmas Eve three-course dinner featuring dishes like beef tenderloin, bergamot duck breast, and Mediterranean sea bass, finished with a chocolate Nutella yule log. On Christmas Day, indulge in an all-inclusive buffet with fresh oysters, a custom eggs benedict station, carving table, classic holiday sides, and desserts galore—all set to live music. Celebrate the season with unforgettable dining on Mission Bay at Dockside 1953.

Embrace the joy of the season with friends and family at Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s exceptional Glice skating rink, designed for eco-friendly recreation. Ensure an unforgettable experience by reserving exclusive cabana chalets complete with firepits and indulge in holiday-themed beverages, seasonal treats, and s’mores by the fire. Price includes skate rental and skating for one hour; $40 adult, $20 children. Purchase of food and beverage required with a cabana or firepit booking. Reservations available on OpenTable. Please note, holiday hours may vary. 

Glice Skating Hours: 

Monday - Saturday: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sunday: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM 

Special Holiday Hours:

Thursday, November 28 | 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thursday, December 1 | 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday, December 25 | 12:00 PM -  9:00 PM

Wednesday, December 31 | 1:00 PM -  9:00 PM

Start your weekend with an energizing yoga class on our peaceful rooftop—the perfect setting to re-center and de-stress. After class, enjoy a complimentary prosecco, mimosa, or non-alcoholic beverage from The Cafe, located in the hotel lobby.

Please wear comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat, water, and towel.

Meet Your Instructor!

Sara brings a mix of mobility, strength and high energy to her vinyasa flow classes. You'll sweat, breathe and leave feeling refreshed and ready for the day. She offers her students a diverse and accessible approach to yoga and a way to deal with the stress of everyday life. Sara's classes are fun, athletic, stimulating and challenging with a focus on proper alignment and safety for all bodies.

Gather family and friends for a cozy evening inside a Beach Igloo complete with lounge seating and heater. Outside, relax and roast s'mores around a roaring fire pit with your toes in the sand.

Each private Beach Igloo reservation is 2 hours long and accommodates up to 8 guests (4 inside the igloo and 4 outside at the fire pit). Includes the makings for unlimited s'mores and bottled water, with an à la carte igloo menu for food and drinks.