Seasonal Events at Del Mar Plaza

The Del Mar Plaza festive events are about to unleash an absolute tsunami of holiday magic on December events in San Diego. Get ready for a spectacular coastal celebration that blends dazzling ocean views with unforgettable seasonal excitement.

Del Mar Plaza festive events

Seaside Celebrations

Prepare for the most incredible holiday photo ops at Santa Photos by the Sea on December 8. This extraordinary tradition takes your Santa visit to the next level with the majestic Pacific as your backdrop.

From 1 PM to 5 PM, watch your little ones’ eyes light up as they write heartfelt letters to the North Pole and score amazing holiday surprises, all while supporting the incredible local businesses of Del Mar Village.

Festive Gatherings

Monarch Ocean Pub is pulling out all the stops for an epic fourth-anniversary bash on Dec 10. Rock out to live music, toast with spectacular drink specials, and make a child’s holiday dreams come true with your Toys for Tots donation.

Then get ready for the most magical movie experience of your life on Dec 21, when Merry & Bright Movie Night transforms the Ocean View Deck into an enchanted outdoor theater under the stars.

See you there!

Don’t miss the most spectacular December events in San Diego as Del Mar Plaza festive events create pure coastal magic at 1555 Camino del Mar, Del Mar.

Snag your spot for Santa Photos by the Sea on Dec 8, 1 PM to 5 PM (just $28.52 per family for two incredible poses and an amazing holiday surprise). Click here for tickets.

Hit Monarch’s legendary anniversary party Dec 10, 7 PM to 9 PM, then experience movie magic Dec 21, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Cap off the season with the spectacular Christmas at the Plaza on Dec 22, 12 PM to 4 PM.

Head to the website here to secure your place.

See you there, San Diego!

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