Balboa Park

  1. A hand holds an annual pass card in front of a domed botanical building with text that reads, "What Will You Explore?.

    Balboa Park Explorer Pass

    Unlike any destination in the US, Balboa Park is home to dozens of enriching museums, beautiful gardens, cultural organizations, live performances, restaurants and more! Explore art, science, history, and culture as you make your way through this historic urban park with your Balboa Park Explorer Pass – an affordable and...
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  2. A hand holds an annual pass card in front of a domed botanical building with text that reads, "What Will You Explore?.

    Balboa Park Explorer Pass

    Unlike any destination in the US, Balboa Park is home to dozens of enriching museums, beautiful gardens, cultural organizations, live performances, restaurants and more! Explore art, science, history, and culture as you make your way through this historic urban park with your Balboa Park Explorer Pass – an affordable and...
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  3. A giant panda is shown in a lush green forest with text stating "Pandas are back" and the San Diego Zoo logo in the corner. Social media-style reactions overlay the image.

    San Diego Zoo

    You don't need a cape or special powers to be a superhero. Real heroes are people like you who want to make a difference. When you visit the San Diego Zoo, you help fund conservation efforts around the globe. That makes you a hero for wildlife everywhere. Come face-to-face with...
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  4. Christmas With You Holiday Concert featuring Dave Scott

    "Christmas With You" - Holiday Concert at the San Diego Air & Space Museum Featuring Dave Scott with Ayesha Scott and the Irving Flores Jazz Orchestra Saturday, December 20 • 6:00-9:00 p.m. San Diego Air & Space Museum - Balboa Park Celebrate the season in style at the San Diego...
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  6. A young girl in a pink jacket and knit hat holds a glowing blue snowflake decoration, smiling and looking upward with blurred lights in the background.

    Wild Holidays

    The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is set to dazzle with an expedition of light, transforming into a glowing, shining, and twinkling wonderland for the holidays. Attendees can expect to encounter whimsical characters, enjoy musical entertainment, listen to festive storytelling, and indulge in culinary treats, creating a fun-filled family experience...
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  7. Disney’s Frozen Jr.

    Frozen Jr. is a charming and joyful musical perfect for the whole family. It's an enchanting story of magic, adventure, and true love that will warm your heart and fill you with song.
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  8. People gather at an outdoor bar and dining area in the evening; a tall illuminated tower is visible in the background against a dark blue sky.

    Balboa Park Restaurants

    Grab a quick bite to keep you going or celebrate a special occasion in style. Balboa Park restaurants offer an array of experiences all with a beautiful backdrop.
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  9. Five people in festive costumes stand on a decorated stage; two wear green Christmas tree dresses, two wear vests, and one poses in beachwear holding a surfboard.

    Ebenezer Scrooge's BIG San Diego Christmas Show

    It's back! San Diego has another show in its Christmas stocking with this fast, funny, and highly theatrical reimagining of one of the most beloved holiday stories ever told. All the traditional elements of Dickens's A Christmas Carol are intact—including the iconic ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future—but with...
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    Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

    Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Back for its 28th incredible year, the family favorite features the songs "Santa for a Day," "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch," and "Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze)," the delightful carol...
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