Skating by the Sea®
2022-11-17 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Nov 17-Jan 1, 2023

Skating by the Sea® at Hotel del Coronado will returning for the 2022 holiday season. This spectacular beachfront ice rink features stunning views of the Pacific and benefits Make-A-Wish® San Diego.
Guests can also reserve the rink-side or ocean-side Frostbite Lounge with plush seating, roaring fire pits, holiday-themed libations, and delectable bites. The resort will be in full swing with Frosted by the Sea celebrations and beachfront dining. Guests can also enjoy ice rink views from the Sun Deck, Babcock & Story Bar, Sheerwater and Serẽa.
All holiday events are pre-paid and must be reserved in advance.
Schedule

Nov 17 – 20
Thurs : 4pm – 10pm
Fri-Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sun: 11am – 8pm
Nov 21 – 27
Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat: 11am – 10pm
Thanksgiving Day & Sun: 11am – 8pm
Nov 28 – Dec 18
Mon-Fri: 4pm – 10pm
Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sun: 11am – 8pm
Dec 19 – Jan 1
Mon-Sat: 11am – 10pm*
Sun: 11am – 8pm*
*Christmas Eve/Day: 11am-8pm
*New Year’s Eve: 11am-10pm
*New Year’s Day: 11am-8pm

Photos with Santa at the Hotel del Coronado
2022-12-09 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Dec 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24

Capture the magic of the holiday season with a meeting and photo with Santa himself in the charming Garden Patio, the central courtyard of the majestic Victorian building.
Santa will also make a special appearance at the Holiday Festival on December 7.

“At First Light” Lightshow Spectacular
2022-11-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Nov 17-Jan 1 | 5-9pm

Enhanced for 2022, the grove of towering Norfolk Island Pines on the Founders Lawn is the scene of an even more dynamic light show orchestrated to music, a brilliant ethereal experience that captivates guests with a finale of snow flurries. Showcased is the Norfolk Pine originally made famous in 1904 as the world’s first electrically lit outdoor Christmas tree.
The complimentary 11-minute show takes place every 30 minutes from 5-9pm nightly.
In the event of heavy rain, the light show may be canceled up to 24 hours following the storm in order to protect the safety of our team and equipment. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Breakfast with Santa - SOLD OUT
2022-12-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Coronado Community Center, 1845 Strand Way, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
Join Santa, friendly North Pole elves, and the Recreation and Golf Services Department to celebrate the season on Saturday, December 10th at 9 am. Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast buffet (French toast station, scrambled eggs, bacon, fresh fruit kabobs, juice, coffee and tea), holiday crafts and activities, and a one-on-one visit with Santa – a great opportunity to get your family photos with Santa.
Cost is $12 for children (12 and under) and $16 for adults.
Tickets may be purchase at at 619-522-7342

Photos with Santa at Coronado Ferry Landing
2022-12-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Santa Claus is coming to the Coronado Ferry Landing on three Saturdays in December. Photos with Santa are free and you will receive a digital version.
Find Santa near the Ferry Landing Christmas Tree on Saturdays, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17.

See Santa at Garage Buona Forchetta
2022-12-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Garage Buona Forchetta, 1000 C Ave, Coronado, CA, United States
Roll into Garage Buona Forchetta on December 15 for photos with Santa, all to support Coronado schools!
Photos are donation based with 100% going directly to Coronado Schools Foundation.
Grab a delicious dinner while you’re there!
Don’t miss out or “yule” be sorry!

Gingerbread House Decorating at The Del
2022-12-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate the season by decorating a festive Gingerbread House. Kids of all ages will delight at the Candy Bar full of festive decorations and holiday treats. Best of all, to make your Gingerbread House an instant success, our culinary team will be pre-assembling the Gingerbread Houses so your family and friends will have more time for adding colorful candy décor and creating timeless holiday memories.
The resort’s Frosted by the Sea season will be in full swing with the return of Skating by the Sea®, thousands of holiday lights, a spectacular two-story lobby tree and stunning holiday décor.

Menorah Lighting
2022-12-18 16:30 - 17:30 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Celebrate Chanukah with a nightly menorah lighting in The Del’s beautifully restored Victorian lobby.
