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Nov. 21 through Jan. 5 – “All That Jazz” Lightshow Spectacular at The Del – the grove of Norfolk Island Pines sets the scene of a dynamic light show orchestrated to holiday jazz music, with a finale of snow flurries
Nov. 21 through Jan. 5 – 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
Nov. 21 through Jan. 5 – Frostbite Lounge at The Del – gather around the fire rink-side or ocean-side
Nov. 21 through Jan. 5 – Beachside Igloos at The Del – beachside igloo complete with lounge seating and heater; outside enjoy fire pit and s’mores
Through Jan. 14 – Christmas Tree Recycling – cut and bin, or drop-off at collection site
Have a favorite Coronado holiday tradition that we haven’t included?
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Nov. 13 through Dec. 14 – Toys for Tots – Coronado Marine Corps League annual Toys For Tots collection campaign with 20 collection boxes throughout Coronado
Nov. 30 – Small Business Saturday
Dec. 2-16 – 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. 3 – Children’s Library Decorating Day – kids make two ornaments – one for the Library Children’s Room tree and one to take home
Dec. 4 – Holiday Festival at The Del – Community is invited to The Del for annual Holiday Festival including photos with St. Nick, performances by Coronado school children, a “skydiving Santa” parachuting in to join the festivities, a fireworks show and more
Dec. 5 – A Very Special Christmas Tree – free performance, ideal for little ones, with CHS principal Karin Mellina as narrator
Dec. 6 – Holiday Gift Making Workshop – hands-on class to make herbal holiday gifts
Dec. 6 – Holiday Book Signing – local author Marianne Blackstone Tabner will be at Fair Trade Décor signing her children’s book “Taking Turns” prior to the parade
Dec. 6 – Gingerbread House Decorating Party – All ages welcome for hot cocoa and decorating gingerbread houses at Qualcraft Construction
Dec. 6 – Coronado Holiday Parade & Open House – 49th annual parade and tree and menorah lighting
Dec. 7 – Saturday Crafting at Dinky Donut Shack – festive donut-snowman crafting, complimentary hot chocolate and holiday tunes (or pick up a take-home kit)
Dec. 7 – Artisans Alley Craft Fair – Do your holiday shopping from a selection of more than 140 vendors selling homemade crafts and unique holiday gifts at this annual event supporting Coronado band and choir boosters
Dec. 8 – Ride the Lights – meet at Spreckels Park on your decorated bike at 4:45pm
Dec. 8 – Candy Cane Lane – a night of cheer and festive fun with all donations benefitting Youth Housing Project
Dec. 8 (& 15) – San Diego Bay Parade of Lights – Annual boat parade on San Diego Bay.
Dec. 12 – Holiday Traditions at The Del – SOLD OUT – join CHA for a special family edition of Wine & Lecture Series about the magic of The Del’s holiday history
