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San Diego Weekend Roundup: Events You Don’t Want to Miss
- San Diego Monitor News Staff
- Dec 5
- 2 min read
Events Across San Diego | December 5–7, 2025
San Diego comes alive this weekend with holiday celebrations, concerts, and community happenings taking place across the county. Whether you're looking for festive lights, live music, or local experiences, here’s your guide to everything happening from Friday through Sunday.
Balboa Park December Nights
Friday, Dec. 5 — 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.Saturday, Dec. 6 — 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.Location: Balboa ParkDetails & Info: https://www.sandiego.gov/december-nights
San Diego’s largest free holiday festival returns with international food, Christmas lights, cultural performances, live music, museum entry, holiday shopping, and family entertainment. Expect big crowds, bigger energy, and a full kickoff to the city’s festive season.
Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden
All Weekend Location: San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas Tickets & Info: https://www.sdbg.org/lightscape
Walk through a glowing mile-long trail filled with illuminated installations, artistic light sculptures, and holiday ambiance. One of the county’s most popular nighttime holiday experiences — perfect for families, couples, and visitors.
Holiday Markets, Pop-Ups & Seasonal Festivals
Maker’s Arcade Holiday Fair
Saturday – Sunday Location: Broadway Pier & the Port PavilionInfo: https://www.makersarcade.com/
A curated holiday market featuring over 120 makers, local artists, food vendors, craft stations, cocktails, and live music.
Liberty Station Tree Lighting & Holiday Festivities
Saturday, Dec. 6Location: Liberty Station MarketplaceInfo: https://libertystation.com/events
Expect live entertainment, a massive tree-lighting ceremony, seasonal treats, performances, and family activities.
Little Italy Mercato – Holiday Edition
Saturday, Dec. 6Location: Little ItalyInfo: https://littleitalysd.com/events
Fresh produce, artisan goods, holiday vendors, gift shopping, and festive neighborhood décor.
Concerts & Live Music This Weekend
Larry Fleet – House of Blues San Diego
Friday, Dec. 5Tickets & Info:https://www.houseofblues.com/sandiego/events
Country, Americana, and acoustic soul — a strong weekend opener for music lovers.
The Aggrolites, Greg Antista & the Lonely Streets, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes – Observatory North Park
Saturday, Dec. 6Tickets & Info:https://www.observatorynp.com/events
An energetic lineup blending ska, punk, and alternative rock at one of San Diego’s favorite venues.
More Weekend Live Events & Pop-Ups
Full Weekend Listings:https://allevents.in/san-diego/this-weekend
Yoga sessions, maker pop-ups, brunch events, community gatherings, and nightlife happenings across the county.
Wellness & Community Events
Sunset Yoga at Pacific Beach
Sunday, Dec. 7Info & RSVP:https://allevents.in/san-diego/sunset-yoga
Outdoor, oceanfront yoga to close out the weekend.
OB Farmers Market – Holiday Edition
Saturday, Dec. 6Location: Newport Ave., Ocean BeachInfo:https://oceanbeachsandiego.com/ob-farmers-market
Local vendors, seasonal foods, crafts, and coastal holiday charm.
🗓️ Quick Weekend Planner
Day | Event | Link |
Fri, Dec 5 | Balboa Park December Nights | |
Fri, Dec 5 | Larry Fleet @ House of Blues | |
Sat, Dec 6 | December Nights (All Day) | |
Sat, Dec 6 | Lightscape @ Botanic Garden | |
Sat, Dec 6 | The Aggrolites + Greg Antista + Me First and the Gimme Gimmes | |
Sat, Dec 6 | Makers Arcade Holiday Fair | |
Sat, Dec 6 | Liberty Station Holiday Fest | |
Sun, Dec 7 | Wellness & Community Pop-ups | |
Sun, Dec 7 | Sunset Yoga PB |
🎯 Final Word
From the glowing walkways of Encinitas to the festive crowds at Balboa Park, San Diego rolls into December with a full slate of holiday cheer and local entertainment. Whether you're shopping local, listening to live music, or taking in holiday lights, this weekend offers something for every San Diegan.