Saturday, December 20, 2025

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Timeless flute journey concert

Coronado Public Library 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, United States

Experience a journey of solo flute pieces spanning different cultures and times with musician Pam Vliek Martchev. She will be featuring the flute, alto flute, and piccolo, as well as […]

Free

Holiday parade and tree lighting

Get ready for Coronado’s 50th Annual Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting happening Friday, December 5 at 6 pm from 8th & Orange to RH Dana & Adella. Celebrate the golden milestone with 50+ festive parade entries, our big tree wrapped in over two miles of lights, and a special visit from Santa himself. After the […]

Free

Coronado Philharmonia Holidays in Coronado concert

Coronado Performing Arts Center 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, United States

Celebrate the holiday season with the Coronado Philharmonia at their 5th annual Holidays in Coronado Concert, taking place on Saturday, December 6 at 7 pm at the Coronado Performing Arts […]

CIFF Student Classic Film: “Scrooge”

Winn Room, Coronado Public Library 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, United States

On Sunday afternoon, Dec. 7 at 1 pm, in the Library’s Winn Room, the Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) Student Classic Film Series presents a special Advent movie event for the entire family, screening Scrooge, the acclaimed 1951 British Renown Studios movie adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. The screening will be followed by the first […]

Free

Cookies for the holidays baking demo

Coronado Public Library 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, United States

Need ideas for your holiday baking this year? Get inspired at this fun baking demo with Chef Tommy of Big City Chefs! Space is limited, registration is recommended. Walk-ins will […]

Free

Coronado School of the Arts first annual Showcase Night

Coronado Performing Arts Center 650 D Avenue, Coronado, CA, United States

CoSA Dance Conservatory. Photo by Kel Casey, courtesy of CUSD. Enjoy an evening of free performances, films, animations, behind the scenes documentaries of the Coronado School of the Arts (CoSA) visual art studio, and technical theatre productions on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 6 pm in the Coronado Performing Arts Center at 650 D Avenue. Art […]

Crafty Hour: Upcycled paper wreaths

Coronado Public Library 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, United States

Feeling crafty? Join us on the second Tuesday of every month for arts and crafts. In the month of December, we'll celebrate the holidays by creating a beautiful floral wreath […]

Free

Armchair Travel: Bill Altaffer, “The World’s Most Traveled Person”

John D. Spreckels Center 1019 Seventh Street, Coronado, CA, United States

This month’s Armchair Travel presentation on Wednesday, Dec. 10, features renowned world explorer Bill Altaffer, internationally known as “The World’s Most Traveled Person.” Bill will share insights and stories from […]

$7 – $9

Emerald Keepers Beach Cleanup

Hotel Del Beach

Emerald Keepers will be cleaning up the beach near the Hotel Del on Dec. 13. Look for the Emerald Keepers flag near the intersection of Ocean Boulevard and F Avenue. […]

Ride the Lights 2025

Spreckels Park 601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, United States

Participants will meet at Spreckels Park at 4:45 pm for the 2.5-mile bike ride. After the event, participants can enjoy cookies, cocoa, and other holiday festivities. The event is hosted by the City of Coronado Mobility Commission and sponsored by the City of Coronado, Optimist Club of Coronado, and Coronado Rotary Club. Rules: Obey all […]

Free

San Diego Bay Parade of Lights (1 of 2)

San Diego Bay 200 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, United States

The 55th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights will illuminate the bayfront on Dec. 14 and 21, 2025. Photo: San Diego Bay Parade of Lights The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition brought to San Diego by the boating community. Continuing its long-standing San Diego tradition, the 55th annual […]