Save the Date for Holiday Festivities

Photo by Layla Mazdyasni

Check out the Holiday Festivities happening near the community of Carmel Valley San Diego starting with Thanksgiving at Park Hyatt Aviara. Let the Master Chef’s do all the cooking and celebrate Turkey Day, November 24, at Park Hyatt Aviara. They will be serving special holiday meals from a delicious brunch buffet at Argyle Steakhouse and a spectacular brunch/dinner buffets at California Bistro. At the Four-Diamond Vivace you will be able to have a lavish three-course holiday dinner complete with roasted turkey breast with turkey sausage and sage bread stuffing, maple-glazed sweetbreads, and so much more.

The day after Thanksgiving the 19th Annual Festival of Lights begins from November 25th through January 8th. Gaze at more than 3.6 million brilliant and dazzling lights, enjoy live entertainment, horse-drawn carriage rides, and special appearances by Santa Claus AND his reindeer. Plus there will be SNOW! Come see Santa, reindeer and snow at Riverside’s Mission Inn Hotel & Spa.

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If you want to see Surfin’ Santa then make sure to be at Seaport Village on Saturday, November 26th, he will be sailing into the village on watercraft wearing his favorite Surfin’ Santa attire of board shorts and flip-flops. Take photo’s with Santa on his GIANT surfboard and 6-foot Wave. Make sure to take advantage of bringing up to three old strands of holiday lights, along with a current SDG&E bill or CA ID, to the East Gazebo during the event and exchange them for an equal number of LED strands…tis the season to be green! You will enjoy the festive holiday music, live entertainment, and shopping at more then 50 local shops at Seaport Village.

The 4th Annual Kringle Mingle in Cardiff will be Sunday, December 4th, from 2-6pm. Enjoy a variety of engaging musical performances, a gift fair, tasty delicious treats from local restaurants, a crafting table for children, and festive holiday scenery and photo ops with Santa.

Also on December 4th, from 2-5pm, downtown Del Mar and Del Mar Plaza for an Old Fashioned Holiday Wonderland experience complete with snow play area, fun zone, holiday crafts, restaurant treats, and various performances including a special visit from Santa Claus. He sure is busy this time of year! At 5pm the annual tree lighting takes place at L’Auberge Del Mar amphitheater.

On December 8th, from 5-8pm, West’s 5th Annual Holiday Celebration & Toys for Tots Drive will be taking place. West Inn & Suites, Bistro West, and West Steak and Seafood present their annual holiday celebration with Santa, Mrs. Claus and all their elves. Enjoy seasonal treats and spirits, carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides, crafts and photo ops with Santa Claus himself.

Don’t forget your furry friends/pets love the Holidays too! Santa Paws will be on December 10th and 11th, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to the public so…Bring your beloved pets to Kimpton’s Hotel Solamar to snap pictures with Santa and enjoy toys and treats in the hotel’s living room-style lobby.

It’s hard to believe the holidays are here already so make sure to mark your calendars for all the holiday wonderland festivities.

Rebecca Stone

Just a little bit about myself…I was born and raised in California by two loving parents. My family loved taking vacations every summer, we traveled cross-country many times and when I was older went to Europe a couple of times. My love for travel, food, and hospitality in general was formed from the many fun and interesting experience gleaned from my childhood. I am positive and upbeat. I like to laugh and have a good time. My children and my job are my passions. I believe you need to be passionate about the people and things you love most. I’m excited to continue learning and growing within all aspects of the Hospitality Industry as I contribute to The Carmel Valley Life and share my passions, feelings, and what I learn from each experience in the process.