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Christmas Specials in Carlsbad & Encinitas

Carlsbad street sign with historic building lit up at night, decorated for holidays.

The San Diego North County coast is glowing with festive lights and holiday magic. Enjoy this guide to events and specials still happening this season!

Carlsbad Events

Carlsbad Village Holiday Makers Market

Date: December 14, 2025
Location: Carlsbad Village

Carlsbad Village Holiday Window Decorating Contest

Ongoing through December 31

Cbar Carlsbad (The Chocolate Bar)

Cozy wine bar with seasonal cocktails and festive décor.

Stocking Full of Christmas – Park Hyatt Aviara

Festive room with Santa and elf sculptures, Christmas trees, and holiday decorations.

Five themed holiday lands, treats, toy-building, and Santa.

Blitzen’s Pop-Up Bar – Omni La Costa Resort

Hand pouring liquid into glass with orange peel, surrounded by Christmas ornaments.

Exclusive holiday cocktails by Julie Reiner.

Coastal Christmas – Del Mar Fairgrounds

Dec. 12–14, 18–23 & 26 | 4–9 pm

Holidays at LEGOLAND

Nov. 23–Jan. 5 – Falling snow and a 30-ft LEGO tree.

Bressi Ranch Christmas Lights

Beloved neighborhood light displays.

Ho Ho Highland!

Giant Santa’s all along Highland Dr (between Tamarack and Carlsbad Village Dr), Carlsbad

Encinitas Events

Lightscape – San Diego Botanic Garden

Through January 4, 2026

Ongoing Seasonal Fun

Blurred colorful cocktails in glasses with 'Cocktails' text overlay.

Festive menus, sweets, sunsets, and local shopping.

Carlsbad Food Tours

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Daily at 11:30 AM — food, wine, and holiday fun! Schedule your tour today: www.carlsbadfoodtours.com

Holiday Restaurant Specials

Elegant building entrance with wreath and fountain, illuminated at night.

Seasons (Aviara), Chandler’s, The Crossings, Bob’s Steak & Chop House, Herb & Sea, Ember & Rye, Ponto Lago.

 

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