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Nov. 17 through Jan. 1 – Frosted by the Sea at The Del – lights, activities, culinary delights and décor, including new beachside igloos
Nov. 17 through Jan. 1 – “At First Light” Lightshow at The Del – enhanced for 2022, the grove of Norfolk Island Pines sets the scene for a dynamic light show orchestrated to music, with a finale of snow flurries
Nov. 17 through Jan. 1 – Skating by the Sea at The Del – beachfront ice rink at Windsor Lawn welcomes skaters of all ages in an incomparable backdrop with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean
Dec. 27 through Jan. 8 – Christmas Tree Curbside Recycling – place bundled-with-twine Christmas tree sections (max 4′ length x 18″ diameter) for curbside pickup. If using green bin, cut tree into max 4′ long sections to place into bin
Dec. 27 through Jan. 15 – Christmas Tree Drop-Off Recycling – drop off your undecorated tree (no size restrictions) at one of two Coronado locations
Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve Masquerade Gala – Ring in the New Year at a Masquerade Gala in the new Southpointe Ballroom in Victorian style, with spectacular performances, dancing to a live 9-piece band, live-action food stations for a heavy reception-style dinner, awe-inspiring live performances, and more
Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve at Lionfish – Ring in 2023 at Lionfish in downtown San Diego with a special tasting four-course menu by Chef Jojo Ruiz and a complimentary champagne toast
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Nov. 19 – FOCUS Holiday Boutique – More than 40 booths will feature upscale clothing, artwork, craft soaps and candles, one-of-a kind jewelry pieces, handbags, children’s clothing, special holiday foods, serving pieces and a whole host of gift items
Nov. 21 – Crafting for Kids – Polar Express train car craft for ages up to 11
Nov. 24 – Turkey Trot – 9th annual event on Thanksgiving morning
Nov. 24 – Thanksgiving Dinner at The Del – a Thanksgiving dinner in the beautiful new Southpointe Ballroom
Nov. 26 – Shop Small Saturday – support our local independent businesses on Small Business Saturday and grab a Passport and enter to win $250, $100, or $50 in Coronado Currency
Nov. 30 – CIFF Classic Film Series – “The Holiday” (2006) at Village Theatre
Dec. 1 – Crafts & Cocoa by the Tree – materials are included with the cost, enjoy coffee or cocoa along with a little snack.
Dec. 1 – Holiday Ikebana Demonstration – Marina Khudobiina will demonstrate Ikebana, a Japanese style of flower arranging
Dec. 1-15 – Letters to Santa – Bring your child, with their letter to Santa to drop in the North Pole Express Mailbox at the Community Center. Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope to facilitate Santa’s reply
Dec. 2 – Holiday Book Signing – stop by Fair Trade Décor for a signing of “Taking Turns”
Dec. 2 – Gingerbread House Decorating Party – All ages welcome for hot cocoa and decorating gingerbread houses at Qualcraft Construction
Dec. 2 – Coronado Holiday Parade & Open House – 46th annual parade with carol singing and a [new & improved] tree and menorah lighting at Rotary Park
Dec. 3 – Artisans Alley Craft Fair – Do your holiday shopping with a wide selection of more than 150 vendors selling homemade crafts and unique holiday gifts at this 50th annual event supporting Coronado band and choir boosters
Dec. 3 – Photos with Santa Receive a digital version of a free photo with Santa at the Ferry Landing
Dec. 4 – Golf Cart Rally – sponsored by the Coronado Marines and benefitting Toys for Tots, decorate your golf cart and join the fun
Dec. 5 – Loews Loves Holidays Tree Lighting Celebration at 5:30pm – You won’t want to miss this spectacle of lights, including the unveiling of our Ginger Bread House competition, caroling, and Santa Claus himself! Hot cocoa and appetizers will be served.
Dec. 7 – Holiday Festival at The Del – Community is invited to The Del for its annual Holiday Festival including Skating by the Sea®, photos with St. Nick, performances by Coronado school children, a special “skydiving Santa” parachuting in to join the festivities, and a fireworks show
Dec. 8 – Baum’s Christmas Memories – join CHA for a special holiday edition of Wine & Lecture Series about the history of L. Frank Baum’s Coronado connections
Dec. 9 – Cookies with a Cop – Join some of the officers from the Coronado Police Department for free festive cookies and coffee at the John D. Spreckels Center Lounge
Dec. 10 – Breakfast with Santa – at the Coronado Community Center
Dec. 10 – Photos with Santa Receive a digital version of a free photo with Santa at the Ferry Landing
Dec. 11 – Coronado Candy Cane Lane Open House – Find joy in the lights and decorations on the 400 and 500 block of Country Club Lane, Coronado’s own Candy Cane Lane
Dec. 11 (& 18) – Annual boat parade on San Diego Bay. Dec. 11th cancelled due to weather. It’s happening again on Dec. 18th (see below).
Dec. 15 – See Santa at Garage Buona Forchetta – photos donation based with 100% going directly to Coronado Schools Foundation
Dec. 16 – Elegancia Doble Holiday Concert – Enjoy classic holiday tunes from Tchaikovsky, Chopin, Piazzolla and more in this four hands piano concert
Dec. 16 & 17 – “A Christmas Carol” – CoSA Foundation presents a live radio play
Dec. 17 – Photos with Santa Receive a digital version of a free photo with Santa at the Ferry Landing
Dec. 17 – “Chantons Noel” – After-hours holiday concert with Musica Vitale
Dec. 18 – Ride the Lights – meet at Spreckels Park with your decorated bike at 4:45pm 🚲🚲 (rescheduled from Dec. 11)
Dec. 20 – Hanukkah Story Hour – Learn about this festive holiday through stories, songs, and fun
Dec. 20 – Tinker Tuesday – Edible Holiday Tree Art
Dec. 21 – Holiday Sing-A-Long – with Marilyn Rees, Rob Taylor and Mary Taylor! Bring your singing voice or simply enjoy the music with hot cocoa and cookies
Dec. 16-22 – Drop Off Gifts for Rotary Santa 🎅🏽 Delivery – this is your window to drop off presents 🎁 to Chase Bank for delivery by Santa on Christmas Eve * see article for drop off times
Dec. 19-23 – Holiday Spirit Week – Holiday fun for adults of all ages with a raffle at the end of the week
Dec. 1-24 – Lamb’s Festival of Christmas – “A Christmas Carol,” Kerry Meads’ magical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ iconic redemption story
Through Dec. 24 – Fair Trade Décor – enter to win the ‘life-size’ plush alpaca as seen in their holiday window display
Dec. 18-25 – Menorah Lighting – at the Hotel del Coronado
Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve Dinner at The Del – Celebrate Christmas Eve in the spectacular Crown and Coronet Room with a lavish festive spread, full of traditional favorites and culinary delights
Dec. 25 – Christmas Day at The Del – Guests will feast in the spectacular Crown Room and Coronet Room, where a festive spread full of traditional favorites and sweet treats awaits
Dec. 28 – Holiday Bowl Parade – balloons, bands, fun and excitement
Dec. 28 – “Love Actually” – 2003 movie as part of CIFF Classic Series
Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve Masquerade Gala – Ring in the New Year at a Masquerade Gala in the new Southpointe Ballroom in Victorian style, with spectacular performances, dancing to a live 9-piece band, live-action food stations for a heavy reception-style dinner, awe-inspiring live performances, and more
Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve at Lionfish – Ring in 2023 at Lionfish in downtown San Diego with a special tasting four-course menu by Chef Jojo Ruiz and a complimentary champagne toast