City of San Diego invites young and old to enjoy holiday-themed events at local recreation centers

Activities happening at multiple locations; families can enjoy snow, Santa, live music and more

SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is bringing holiday cheer to San Diegans with a variety of festive winter-themed events at recreation centers across the City during the month of December.

Adults and children are invited to participate in the holiday activities. Whether it’s meeting Santa Claus, playing in the snow, watching a festive movie, enjoying live music or participating in holiday arts and crafts, it’s sure to be a “fa-la-la” fantastic time for the entire family.

“December is a month filled with joy and laughter; it’s a time to celebrate the holiday season with loved ones,” said Andy Field, Director of the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. “Each year, it is a priority that the Parks and Recreation Department provides various holiday events at our local recreation centers for all San Diegans to enjoy. We are excited to continue helping families and youth embrace the holiday spirit and make long-lasting memories.”

Holiday events are free to attend and are happening in neighborhoods throughout the city. They include:

• Winter Wonderland at Montgomery-Waller Recreation Center on Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Cookies with Santa at Colonel Irving Salomon San Ysidro Community Activity Center on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Dinner with Santa at Silver Wing Recreation Center on Friday, Dec. 16, 5 – 8 p.m.
• Santa Comes to Town at Golden Hill Recreation Center on Sunday, Dec. 18, 10 a.m. – noon.
• Winter Festival at Southcrest Recreation Center on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 4:30 – 8 p.m.
• Winter Cookie Decorating at  Pacific Highlands Ranch Recreation Center  on Friday, Dec. 23, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

A full list of upcoming Parks and Recreation holiday events is available on the city’s recreation center webpage at https://www.sandiego.gov/winterfestival. Residents can also visit their local recreation center for more information.

The City of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department manages 60 recreation centers, 14 pools, seven skate parks and other recreational facilities that serve both residents and visitors of all ages. For additional information regarding the recreation center’s program guides and more, visit sandiego.gov/parks-and-recreation.

(City of San Diego Release)