San Diego Events - December 7th - 15th, 2007

December 7, 2007

NBC 7/39 Toys for Tots Drive     December 7-8

You can make this a special holiday season for underprivileged children in San Diego by donating new, unwrapped toys for them. Simply stay in your car and drive around Broadway Circle in downtown San Diego and drop off a new, unwrapped toy to local U.S. Marines. 6:00 am - 2:00 pm.  Downtown San Diego (Broadway Circle near 3rd Ave.) Isabel Valdez (619) 578-0502

 

Christmas on the Promenade     December 7-8

The true meaning of Christmas will be celebrated with activities and fun for all ages. It’s an enchanting Winter Wonderland with Santa, a mound of snow to play on, hot chocolate, holiday food, Christmas Trees, music, gift shopping, rides, and seasonal activities. Come for the fun! It’s Christmas!  4:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Point Loma (Liberty Station (NTC) Promenade near Luce Court

& Legacy Plaza) Dede Knapp (858) 225-5698 or

www.christmasonthepromenade.org

 

30th Annual December Nights     December 7-8

Balboa Park is alive with the joy of the holidays and the spirit of Christmas! Amid twinkling lights, seasonal decorations, gift shopping, museum attractions, Santa Claus, and ethnic food and drink, a glorious Christmas Tree will light up the night at the Organ Pavilion in song and music! Balboa Park (east side of park near El Parado & museums) Stephen Shushan (619) 239-2437 or www.balboapark.org

 

4th District Christmas Extravaganza     December 8

San Diego’s 4th District will be hosting an exciting Christmas outreach event with give-away groceries and Christmas gifts; plus food, entertainment, and a Kids Zone. The event also offers free health services such as dental screenings, eye check-ups, and immunizations. Everything is FREE! 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. Willie Henderson Sports Complex (1035 South 45th St.) Joy Guevara (619) 264-5825 or www.pcsandiego.net

 

44th Annual North Park Toyland Parade     December 8

You’ll not want to miss this delightful parade in North Park. Come early so you can watch a band competition before the parade begins. Then line up along the street so you’ll get a good view of the floats, marching bands, antique cars, horses, motorcycles, clowns, dancers, cheerleaders, and more. 9:30 am - 1:30 pm. North Park (University Avenue between Utah St. & 32nd St.)

Steve Haselhorst (619) 252-7918

 

Pacific Beach Holiday Parade     December 8

People will be lined up along the streets in Pacific Beach to watch a community parade that inspires a holiday spirit of red and green. You’ll see uniformed marching bands, marching groups, drill teams, floats, clowns, and Santa waving at everyone with a jolly "Ho-Ho-Ho"! 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Pacific Beach Middle School. Todd Brown (619) 518-2827 or www.pacificbeach.org

 

Mission Bay Boat Parade of Lights     December 8

Delightfully decorated boats and yachts with colorful twinkling lights will slowly parade in single file on the waters of Mission Bay. It’s an enchanting sight to see! Some of them will be playing traditional holiday music as others might be escorting Santa or one of his Elves. 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Mission Bay (in the water along Quivera Basin, Crown Point, Vacatiion Island, Fiesta Island, & Sea World) Randall Smith (858) 457-0416

 

San Diego Bay Boat Parade of Lights     December 9-10

Approximately 100 delightfully decorated boats and yaches with colorful lights, holiday music, and twinkling reflections will slowly parade in the water of the bay. If you look closely, you just might see Rudolph, Santa, or one of his Elves. Come early so you can find a cozy place to watch it. 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Best Viewing: Shelter Island, Harbor Island, Embarcadero Marina Park, Seaport Village, Convention Center, Coronado Island) Tina Pierce (619) 686-6463 or www.sdparadeoflights.org 

 

Central Village Tree Lighting Ceremony     December 11

Central Village is proud to bring the community together for a festive holiday tree lighting event. Everyone can enjoy pleasing entertainment that includes mariachi and holiday music and a visit from Santa. The highlight of the evening will be the lighting of a 9-foot tall Christmas Tree!  5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Central Village (25th Street between Imperial Ave. & L St.) Don Shuckett (619) 265-1931 or www.centralvillage.com 

 

Fiesta Navidad     December 12

At Old Town State Park, a festive event will unfold celebrating the traditions of Old Mexico and Early California. In the spirit of the season, the fiesta will offer music, food, storytelling, dancing, and the breaking of pinatas. This event is in conjunction with the

"Las Pasadas Luminarias". 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Old Town State Park (Heritage Park & the surrounding area) Janet O’Dea (619) 794-2781

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