Winter In San Diego - Fun & Affordable Things To Do

Winter In San Diego : Fun
& Affordable Things To Do

There is more to do in San Diego this
winter than go to theme parks and
football games (e.g. The Poinsettia
Bowl or the Holiday Bowl). A few
more affordable venues in the area
have activities for people of ages to
enjoy during the season.

Whale Watching in Point Loma
Instead of watching the holiday lights
this Christmas, take in the sights of
the breeding whales on the shores of
Point Loma, or take a whale-watching
trip from one of the several boating
companies like San Diego Whale
Watch for a closer view of these
majestic mammals.

Visit Balboa Park
Both indoor and outdoor entertainment
choices await visitors at the nation’s
largest urban cultural park, Balboa Park,
home to the world-famous San Diego
Zoo, fifteen museums, and numerous
performing arts venues and
amusements (e.g. the Miniature
Railroad, San Diego Youth Symphony).
With so many attractions available,
nearby hotels offer discounts at the
park’s many businesses.

Chinese New Year Celebration
On Valentine’s Day weekend, enjoy a
cultural experience at the 34th
Annual 2016 San Diego Chinese New
Year Food and Cultural Fair in
Downtown San Diego. Taste authentic
Chinese cuisine, watch the parade
and listen to storytellers and
musicians perform. The event is open
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, and
admission is free to the public.

Ocean Beach Farmer’s Market
For a midweek outing on the seaside,
take a stroll to the Ocean Beach
Farmer’s Market. This venue offers
more than fresh-farmed produce, but
live music, hot food of various kinds
(e.g. Caribbean, Mexican), and
homemade arts and crafts. Located
on the Newport Avenue, the event is
open every Wednesday afternoon
from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. during the
winter months.

Gaslamp Holiday Pet Parade
If a unique holiday experience is what
visitors are seeking, visit the Gaslamp
Quarter are for the annual Holiday
Pet Parade during the second week of
December. The parade is free to the
public, but the participation fee is
discounted for pet owners who
donate needed supplies to PAWS San
Diego donation sites.

Anza- Borrego Desert State Park
For a getaway from the city scene and
beachfront activities, a drive to nearby
Julian, California to the Anza-Borrego
Desert State Park is in order. This
600,000-acre natural wonder (the
largest in the state) is home to one of
the world’s biggest populations of
Bighorn sheep (over 250), over 80
species of birds, and thousands of
wildflower varieties. The park also hosts
many events, including a monthly
stargazing show at the amphitheater.

Holiday Parades and Light Display
San Diego is full of holiday celebrations and events
during the month of December, including parades,
festivals, and light displays in Mission Bay,
Coronado, Old Town, Escondido, Seaport Village,
Carlsbad, La Jolla, La Mesa, San Diego Bay, and
Chula Vista.
Visiting San Diego in the winter is not only funfilled
but relatively easy on the pocketbook. Most
airlines have super-discount and last-minute fares
for travel on certain dates and times, and San
Diego hotels have holiday rates and packages for
accommodations. As with any vacation, planning
ahead is always advisable.

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