Holiday Magic Comes to Life at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

The Fairmont Grand Del Mar holiday season is joining the line up of San Diego’s holiday festivities, and they’re not playing around! This coastal paradise is transforming all 400 magnificent acres into the kind of winter wonderland that would make even Santa’s elves jealous!

San Diego's holiday festivities

Gliding Into the Season

Want to channel your inner ice princess (or prince) under the California sun? The eco-friendly Glice skating rink is making winter dreams come true, no snow required!

Snag one of those Instagram-worthy cabana chalets, where you can warm up with toasty s’mores and festive sips between skating sessions.

Festive Feasts and Sweet Treats

Ready to eat, drink, and be oh-so-merry?

  • Thanksgiving serves up double the delicious with a cozy three-course feast at Amaya ($175 adults, $75 kids) or go all out at the Manchester Ballroom’s family buffet ($195 adults, $85 kids)
  • December weekend brunches at Amaya get extra jolly with holiday flavors and—wait for it—Santa himself!
  • Christmas Eve and Day menus are so good, they might just upstage the presents

Holiday Happenings and Merry Moments

The fun meter is off the charts with:

  • Weekend Santa meet-and-greets (plus a special Christmas Eve storytime that’ll melt your heart)
  • A 25-foot tree lighting that’ll have you “ooh-ing” and “aah-ing” on December 2
  • DIY wreath and cookie decorating sessions (because everything’s better with sprinkles)
  • The Nutcracker Tea that’s serving sugar plum fairy vibes with actual dancers!

Ring in 2025 with Style

New Year’s Eve is going next-level fancy:

  • Living your best life at Amaya with a feast fit for royalty ($295 adults, $95 kids)
  • Getting groovy with live music and fancy bites in the Lobby Lounge

See you there!

Don’t miss the Fairmont Grand Del Mar holiday season, adding an extra dose of magic to San Diego‘s holiday festivities, running November 28, 2024, through January 1, 2025, at 5300 Grand Del Mar Ct.

Visit the website here for all the festive details. And psst… they’ve got gift certificates if you want to win the “Best Gift Giver of 2024” award!

See you there, San Diego!

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Event Details
  • Start Date
    November 28, 2024 12:00 pm
  • End Date
    January 1, 2025 9:00 pm
  • Status
    All done
  • Location
  • Venue
    • Fairmont Grand Del Mar
  • Address
    5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA 92130
  • More Info
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