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Free Stuff & Holiday Activities in San Diego

Seasonal Events Don't Miss "Em!

By Courtney Daly-Pavone November 30, 2018

800 Free Christmas Trees @ Faith Community Church!

Free Christmas Trees for Military/Spouses this Saturday 12/1 8:30 am at Faith Community Church in Serra Mesa, bring your active duty or spouse ID card. At 10 am there will be free Christmas trees for non-service members! Trees are given on first come first served basis. Only 1 (one) tree will be given per family. Event info: FAITH COMMUNITY, 2285 MURRAY RIDGE ROAD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92123 Tel. (858) 565-4808 INFO@FAITHSANDIEGO.ORG for more info visit: http://www.faithsandiego.org/upcoming-events/2018/11/1/christmas-tree-give-away

Free Pix with Santa Operation Santa Salute

Occurring all day, Westfield UTC will honor Veterans and Military families by inviting them to share in the Santa experience and receive a complimentary 5x7 Santa photo and discounted photo packages with Santa.  Sat., 12/1/2018 10:00 a.m. Westfield UTC 4545 La Jolla Village Dr Ste E-25, San Diego, CA 92122 For more information visit: https://www.westfield.com/utc

Winter Wonders Family Day San Diego Natural History Museum

Discover how animals adapt during the winter months. The Nat will have hands-on activities make a craft to take home. Event included with admission to the museum. Sunday, December 2, 2018 11 AM for more info visit: https://www.sdnhm.org/calendar/family-programs/family-days/

Free Salute the Season with Santa Liberty Station

Every Saturday of the month before December 25 from 5 to 8 p.m., friends and family are invited to Liberty Station to celebrate the holidays and take pictures with Santa! In addition to a visit from Saint Nick, the Salute the Season Celebration with Santa and Friends will provide live entertainment including bands and carolers for all to enjoy! Sat., 12/1/2018 5:00 p.m. North Promenade at Liberty Station 2875 Dewey Rd, San Diego.

20th Annual Little Italy Tree Lighting

20th Annual Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village happening from 4-8 p.m. See two Christmas trees, seasonal vendors, live music and entertainment, horse carriage rides, holiday treats, a tree lighting, a visit from Santa and more! The streets of Little Italy will be filled with twinkling lights, 10-foot tall nutcrackers on street corners, Christmas carolers and more! Come enjoy a winter wonderland in San Diego and get in the holiday spirit with the Little Italy Association! Sat., 12/1/2018 4:00 p.m. Piazza della Famiglia India St & W Date St, San Diego, CA 92101

Santa Claus at Seaport Village

Santa Claus is coming to Seaport Village! Come see him in person he will be @ Seaport Village until 12/24. Find him inside the east Village Gazebo where a photographer will be standing by to capture those very special moments! All ages are welcome... pets, groups and Elves are welcome to join in on the fun! Sat., 12/1/2018 11:00 a.m. SEAPORT VILLAGE 849 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

Seas 'n' Greetings Holiday Celebration @ Birch Aquarium

The magic of the holidays meets the magic of the underwater world at Birch Aquarium during Seas ‘n’ Greetings, a month-long holiday celebration featuring Holiday activities for the whole family. Deck the Hall (of Fishes) and get into the holiday spirit every day from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and check the schedule for special appearances by Scuba Santa as well as themed animal encounters, and activities. All Seas 'n' Greetings activities are included with admission. Please check the schedule of Seas ‘n’ Greetings events before your visit. Sat., 12/1/2018 9:00 a.m. Included with admission Birch Aquarium at Scripps 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037

Frosty Farm @ Helen Woodward Animal Center 

This festive event in San Diego combines hands-on animal encounters with family-friendly activities, which makes it the perfect place to create new memories. In addition to the activities that you can do at your own pace, you will also get a one hour excursion that is led by a member of our cheerful crew; this includes season’s greetings with a variety of animals and a holiday craft that is yours to keep (or gift!). You can register online or sign up on the day of the event. Sat., 12/1/2018 9:00 a.m. $10.99/adult; $20.99/child Helen Woodward Animal Center 6523 Helen Woodward Way, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Hanukkah Celebration

Enjoy warm festivities around the lighting of the first menorah candle in honor of Hanukkah in partnership with the Chabad Center of University City. Following this celebration, the menorah will continue to live on at Westfield UTC with an additional candle lit every day of Hanukkah. Sun., 12/2/2018  6:00 p.m. Westfield UTC 4545 La Jolla Village Dr Ste E-25, San Diego, CA 92122 Visit: https://www.westfield.com/utc

Hanukkah Celebration & Menorah Lighting

 Celebrate the beginning of Hanukkah with an early evening Menorah Lighting at Liberty Station! In partnership with the Chabad Centers of Pacific Beach and Downtown, Liberty Station will host a Hanukkah Celebration and Menorah Lighting in the Central Promenade on Monday, Dec. 3 from 5-9 p.m. Bring family and friends to enjoy a night of celebration, live entertainment, photo opportunities, and more! Guests are invited to partake in an evening of ice skating at the Rady Children’s Ice Rink after the Menorah Lighting—tickets are $15 for adults and $13 for children. Mon., 12/3/2018 5:00 p.m. Central Promenade 2460 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106 Visit: https://libertystation.com/events/salute-the-season/hanukkah-menorah-lighting

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