December San Diego Calendar of Events
The holidays are upon us and it's time to Celebrate! San Diego has some of the greatest events happening locally in our backyard. Enjoy a holiday parade, holiday festival, craft fair and holiday run. I've put together a list of events to help you enjoy the holiday season.
To learn more about the events click on the imagery to go directly to the event website.
1. Del Mar Racing
Through December 4, 2022
It all began in 1937. And this fall, racing returns to America’s favorite seaside track with the annual running of the Bing Crosby Season. Don’t miss four weeks of Thoroughbred excitement – surrounded by the beauty of Del Mar.
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club

2. Red Nose Run
December 3, 2022
Entering our 30th year, The Red Nose Run has become equally famous for its on-the-beach fun run, holiday costumes, and after run celebration. Plan to stick around after your run and enjoy your friends old and new in holiday cheer with heavy appetizers provided by Poseidon Restaurant and the holiday spirit of their cash bar. Dog-friendly.11:30am-3pm / Powerhouse Park, Del Mar

3. OB Holiday Parade
December 3, 2022
Your entry will be judged based on the following categories: Best Use of Lights, Best OB Spirit, Most Unusual, Best Kids Group, Best Performance, Best Live Music, and Best Overall. 5:05-9pm / Newport Avenue

4. Fallbrook Christmas Parade
December 3, 2022
Lighted floats, music, dancers, marching bands, classic & specialty vehicles, and Santa Claus. 5-8pm

5. Makers Arcade Holiday Fair
December 3-4, 2022
This exciting holiday event will feature more than 100 makers, craft cocktails, beer, gourmet food trucks, live music, photo trailers, styled lounges, door favors, and more! 10am-5pm / Port Pavilion at Broadway Pier

6. Holiday Boutique & Craft Fair
December 10, 2022
Get in the Holiday Spirit with your family & friends while shopping for unique Holiday Gifts! Donate a toy to Arrowood's toy drive to help Military Families and you will be entered into a raffle to win some fun prizes! 11am-4pm / Arrowood Golf Course, Oceanside

7. Santa's Sleigh Ride
December 16, 2022
Santa will be riding along with Fire, Sheriff and Marine Safety personnel. See website for map. 2:30-5pm / Solana Beach Fire Station
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8. Dirty December Poker Fun Run Half Marathon & 10K
December 17, 2022
Dirty December Poker Fun Run Half Marathon & 10K Dec. 17 In addition to a costume contest and holiday theme, this run will involve a poker element – your poker hand could give you bonus time! 8am-2pm / Sycamore Canyon Open Space Preserve, Poway.

9. San Diego International Auto Show
December 30 -January 2, 2022
The wide selection of vehicles on display will feature the newest technology to enhance the driving experience, all packaged in luxurious interiors and wrapped in cutting-edge designs. Show visitors can participate in exciting, fun new features, family entertainment, and interactive activities.
San Diego Convention Center

10. Reindeer Dash
December 10, 2022
1 mile of family fun run. 9-10am / Kimball Park, National City 619-336-4241 /
