Balboa Park December Nights

December Nights is the city's big free holiday festival, and it takes over Balboa Park for two evenings in early December. The City of San Diego puts it on, and getting in costs nothing. Two nights of holiday cheer in the park is a solid way to kick off the month.

When: Friday, December 4, 2026 to Saturday, December 5, 2026
Where: Balboa Park
Admission: Free
Organizer: City of San Diego

Official event page

Details can change. Check the official page before you go.

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