Gaslamp Quarter Holiday Bucket List
Are you ready to jingle and mingle this holiday season? Gaslamp Quarter 2024 Holiday Bucket List will help you make this holiday season a memorable one.
Discover special theme menus & pop-ups at bars, hotels and restaurants, and more!
GASLAMP PET PARADE
December 14th
SATURDAY | 12 PM – 2 PM
Get those ears perked and those tails wagging and prepare to unleash the holiday cheer in Gaslamp Quarter with your furry friends! The Gaslamp Pet Parade, & Pups in the Pub Party returns to the streets of the Gaslamp Quarter on Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 11:00 AM – 4:00PM!
Register your pets in advance at The Gaslamp Pet Parade for $25. The event is free to watch, so grab a spot at one of the patios along the parade route and be prepared for the best parade ever!
The festivities kick off at 11 AM with check-in, holiday costume voting, festive pet accessories and holiday vendors, plus FREE photos with Santa, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Frosty the Snowman, and more!
Deck the paws with your pups in the Gaslamp and get into the holiday spirit with your best holiday costume. After the parade, stick around for the Pups in the Pub Party at the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Enjoy craft beers, holiday tunes, treats, holiday costume contest results, pups and peeps games, and lots of pup-tastic fun in the Gaslamp Quarter.
PARQ NIGHTCLUB – SANTA’S LAIR
November 21st – December 29th
Thursday – Saturday | 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Santa is coming to Gaslamp! Parq Nightclub unveils Santa’s Lair, a holiday- themed north pole escape speakeasy pop-up experience.
The magic wonderland adventure begins at Santa’s Lair a fully immersive pop-up experience serving holiday cocktails, savory bites in the most merry jolly vibe. Sip your favorite Christmas spirit, admire the wall -to- wall holiday decor. take a selfie with Santa, and discover the Christmas magic!
Have you been naughty or nice? Discover it at Santa’s Lair!
Nason Beer Hall: Deck the Halls
November 28th – January 2, 2024
Nason’s is getting tipsy! This holiday season, in partnership with their friends at Tipsy Elves, Nason’s is decking. the halls with the jolliest, over-the-top holiday decor. Visit Nason for frosty beers, jolly cocktails, tasty bites, and festive merriment.
Margaritaville: Holiday Pop-Up Bar
December 6th, 13th , 20th
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego brings holiday cheer to the heart of downtown San Diego with a festive pop-up bar experience every Friday evening. Guests and locals can enjoy a cozy, decorated atmosphere with signature holiday cocktails, live music, and lively holiday spirit.
Good Night John Boy: X-MAS Pop- Up Bar
NOW – Dec. 29th
Tuesday- Sunday
Tuesday – 5pm-Late | Wednesday – 4pm – Late | Thursday – 8pm – Late
Friday – 4pm – 2am | Saturday – 12pm – 2am | Sunday – 12pm – Late
The holiday season is lighting up San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter with a festive twist as the 1970s-inspired disco haven, Good Night John Boy, transforms into the ultimate holiday hotspot—Xmas Bar.
Decked out in dazzling holiday décor with a retro flair, this pop-up promises a groovy holiday experience complete with glittering lights, seasonal cocktails, and disco beats that will keep you dancing into the New Year.
Whether you’re looking for a nostalgic vibe or a new holiday tradition, Xmas Bar is the perfect destination for revelers seeking holiday cheer with a funky twist.
Margaritaville: Surfin’ Santa + Cookie Decorating
December 14th
Time: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
A special holiday treat awaits on December 14th! Join us for our holiday pop-up bar, plus a visit from Surfin’ Santa and free cookie decorating for all ages. Whether you’re here to sip on a signature cocktail or share holiday memories with loved ones, it’s a night you won’t want to miss!”
Holiday Makers Market: Andaz San Diego Rooftop Pop- Up
Sunday,Nov. 17th | Sunday, Dec 11th | Sunday, Dec 15th
LOCATION: Andaz San Diego
Get ready to explore some of San Diego’s finest local businesses—just in time for the holiday season! Join us on our rooftop this weekend for a lively showcase featuring fantastic local products, delicious food and drinks, and music to set the perfect vibe.
Event Highlights:
- Free Entry: Open to all!
- Complimentary Champagne: Enjoy a glass on arrival (sparkling cider for the kids)
- Shop Local: Over 10 local businesses to discover
- Photo-Ops Galore: Snap a pic and make it a memory!
- Live Music: Featuring local artists, including a Youth String Group supporting cancer research
- Breathtaking Views: Enjoy stunning skyline views of downtown San Diego
- Food & Drinks: Available for purchase at our rooftop restaurant and bar
- Dog-Friendly Venue: Bring your furry friends along!
- Round up your friends and family and come find unique treasures and gifts you won’t find anywhere else!
Pancakes and Pajamas Brunch with Santa
December 14, 2024 | 9am– 1pm
LOCATION: Pendry San Diego
No need to wear your ‘holiday best’ for this brunch! Join this festive holiday brunch buffet…in your PJs! Enjoy brunch favorites, a visit from Santa and a pair of complimentary children’s holiday pajamas from chic partner P.J. Salvage – perfect for photos with Santa.
$55 for kids (includes pajamas)
Reservations 619.738.7300
Paw-La-La-La-La Pop-Up Pup Portrait Event
Saturday, December 14 | 9am – 12:30pm
LOCATION: Alma San Diego
Tickets: $10 (for up to two pets)
Get ready for some pawsitively adorable photos with Santa at our Paw-La-La-La-La Pop Up Pet Portraits event!
Join us at Alma San Diego for a howling good time with your fur kids. Each ticket comes with a professional photo of your pet with Santa from Sit Stay Smile Pet Photos and choice of 1 Poinsettia Mimosa or non-alcoholic beverage from our Lobby Bar
The Shout! House Family Night Holiday Special!
Sunday, December 8th | Sunday, December 15th
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of holiday cheer at The Shout! House Family Night Holiday Special!
Location: The Shout! House, 655 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Showtimes:
First Show: Doors open at 1:00 PM, Dueling Pianos at 1:30 PM
Second Show: Doors open at 4:30 PM, Dueling Pianos at 5:00 PM
(No regular 21+ Show After)
Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with an All Ages holiday show that has become a beloved tradition! The Shout! House, San Diego’s popular dueling piano bar, is thrilled to present our highly anticipated Family Night Holiday Special.
Dueling Pianos & Interactive Fun
Our talented dueling pianists will take the stage, playing your favorite holiday classics and sing-along hits. Plus, they’ll take requests to make the experience even more interactive and fun!
Special Visit from Santa Claus
Don’t miss the chance to meet the jolly man himself! Santa Claus will make a special appearance during the show to hear your holiday wishes and spread extra holiday cheer. Be sure to snap a family photo with Santa!
It’s going to be a merry and bright celebration you won’t want to miss—grab your tickets and bring the whole family for an afternoon full of laughter, music, and holiday magic!
The Pendry San Diego Holiday Festivities
November 20 – December 25
Santa’s Greetings. Visit the lobby to send Santa a letter with our festive stationary, courtesy of Pendry.
December 22 – 26 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm
We invite our guests to enjoy complimentary hot chocolate with all the fixings and artisanal toppings from our Hot Chocolate Cart, located in the lobby.
December 25 – January 2
Join Pendry San Diego as we light the Menorah each evening at sunset during the eight days of Hanukkah
December 25 | 9:00am – 2:00pm
Join us for a special prix-fixe brunch menu featuring carving and dessert stations, a chocolate fountain, choice of entrée and live music. Brunch cocktails and bottomless bubbles available.
$85 per adult
$32 per child (ages 12 and under)
December 25 | 4:00pm – 9:00pm
Celebrate the holidays with friends and family over a special three-course menu from Chef Brandon Sloan.
$105 per adult
$40 per child (ages 12 and under)
- $75 Holiday Large Cast Iron
- ½ Roasted Duck- Duck Confit Stuffing, Harvest Mashed Potato, Butter Biscuits
Lionfish: Christmas Eve Dinner
- $75 Holiday Large Cast Iron
- ½ Roasted Duck- Duck Confit Stuffing, Harvest Mashed Potato, Butter Biscuits
- Reservations: 619.738.7200
Snapdragon Bowl Bash
DECEMBER 26, 2024| 5PM-7PM | 5th & Market
The DIRECTV Holiday Bowl is excited to host the third annual Snapdragon Bowl Bash in the Gaslamp Quarter of downtown San Diego! The Snapdragon Bowl Bash is a time for fans and locals to gather in the heart of San Diego for FREE family fun, great food, live music, giveaways and more!
Witness a one-of-a-kind performance as the two university bands face off in a Battle of the Bands in the streets of downtown San Diego. This event is FREE for all fans and also features photo booths, interactive games, street performers, food & drink specials from participating restaurants and a photo op with the DIRECTV Holiday Bowl Trophy.