Lumi

<a href="https://lumirooftop.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lumi</a> invites you to a festive evening on Thursday, December 18 from 5-7pm for a Christmas-themed sushi-making class! Guided by a professional sushi chef, guests will craft Lumi’s new Specialty Roll, a hand roll, hosomaki, and the chef’s selection of nigiri, all while learning hands-on techniques to elevate their sushi-making skills. The experience includes a themed welcome cocktail plus a sake intro lesson from World Sake, featuring two complimentary pairings and exciting prize giveaways.
Guests will also take home signature Lumi sauces, custom chopsticks, and a bamboo rolling mat to continue the fun at home. Christmas attire is encouraged–ugly sweaters, festive colors, and all your holiday flair! Space is extremely limited and these classes sell out every time, so be sure to reserve your spot. Tickets are $80, add on a Lumi Sake Flight for $25 to enhance your evening (taxes and fees will be applied).

Local Event: Christmas-themed Sushi Making Class at Lumi

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Christmas-themed Sushi Making Class at Lumi

Lumi invites you to a festive evening on Thursday, December 18 from 5-7pm for a Christmas-themed sushi-making class! Guided by...

Cellar Hand

Join <a href="https://www.oddish.wine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oddish Wine</a> founder Billy Beltz for a vermouth-focused Aperitivo Night at Cellar Hand on Thursday, December 18 from 6 to 9pm! For one night only, Cellar Hand will be pouring three standout Oddish vermouths: Vermouth Du Soleil, Days Were Golden, and ¡Toro! ¡Toro! Enjoy them as a curated flight, on the rocks or mixed into signature cocktails crafted for the evening. To round out the experience, the kitchen will be serving three curated bites designed to pair with each pour, in addition to Cella Hand’s full menu. Come sip, snack and settle into a vibrant night of vermouth-forward fun. Reservations can be made via <a href="https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1326532&amp;restref=1326532&amp;experienceId=376351&amp;utm_source=external&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=shared&amp;dateTime=2025-12-27T10%3A30%3A00&amp;partySize=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OpenTable</a>.

Local Event: Aperitivo Night with Oddish Wine at Cellar Hand

Aperitivo Night with Oddish Wine at Cellar Hand

Join Oddish Wine founder Billy Beltz for a vermouth-focused Aperitivo Night at Cellar Hand on Thursday, December 18 from 6 to...

Celebrate the season with <a href="https://www.cellarhandhillcrest.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cellar Hand’s</a> <a href="https://www.opentable.com/r/cellar-hand-san-diego" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feast of Seven Fishes</a> on Saturday, December 20th, a relaxed take on the classic Italian American holiday tradition showcasing hyper-local seafood and peak winter produce, alongside California wines perfect for pairing. The 5-course prix-fixe menu opens with canapes like Seaweed Arancini or Mackerel Tartare, first course options like Marinated Calamari Salad tossed with Castelvetrano olives, chicories and black garlic vinaigrette, followed by a second-course featuring Grilled Oysters with nduja cream and caviar, setting the stage for a hearty third course of Fideua Stew, a traditional Spanish seafood noodle dish with saffron aqua pazza, shrimp, mussels and preserved lemon aioli. The main course features Swordfish with broccoli rabe and a white bean stew with Calabrian chili crumb. For dessert, housemade Budino with coffee and amaretti finishes the night on a simple, sweet note. Find the menu <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/v1bjm8uw6li6snlxayzmk/Feast-of-the-seven-Fishes-Menu_Cellar-Hand.jpeg?rlkey=7d1fx07ayhg5mmkv0f0w2p52i&amp;st=8vd97u98&amp;dl=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. This dinner is $85 per person and can be reserved via <a href="https://www.opentable.com/r/cellar-hand-san-diego" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OpenTable</a>.&nbsp;

Local Event: Feast of Seven Fishes Dinner at Cellar Hand

Feast of Seven Fishes Dinner at Cellar Hand

Celebrate the season with Cellar Hand’s Feast of Seven Fishes on Saturday, December 20th, a relaxed take on the classic Italian...

Parkway Plaza

Capture the magic of the season at <a href="https://visitparkwayplaza.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Parkway Plaza</a> with Photos With Santa, happening now through December 24 at Santa’s Set in Center Court. Guests can meet Santa, share their wish lists, and purchase photo packages to commemorate the moment. A $20 deposit is required to reserve your spot, and advance reservations are strongly encouraged..
In addition to regular visits, Parkway Plaza is hosting special themed experiences throughout the season, including a Sensory-Friendly Visit on Sunday, December 14 from 9-10am for a calm and comforting Santa experience. Enjoy festive coziness during PJ Nights every Wednesday from 5-8pm. Plus other fun special guest visits and photo opportunities at The Set include Two of Santa’s Reindeer on December 20 from 3-5pm, The Grinch on December 22 from 4-7pm, and The Grinch and 2 Snowflake Stilt Walkers on December 24 from 3-5pm!

Local Event: Photos with Santa at Parkway Plaza

Photos with Santa at Parkway Plaza

Capture the magic of the season at Parkway Plaza with Photos With Santa, happening now through December 24 at Santa’s Set in...

Keep up the holiday spirit into Christmas weekend at <a href="https://www.cellarhandhillcrest.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cellar Hand</a>’s special Brunch Takeover with local makers <a href="https://www.michimichibakery.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michi Michi Baking Collective</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hellyeah.helena/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hell Yeah Helena!,</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/serahogar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Será Hogar Candles</a> on Saturday, December 27! The event will showcase Michi Michi’s famous cinnamon rolls, while supplies last, cuban-style empanadas from Hell Yeah Helena!, alongside special babkas crafted by Cellar Hand baker Stu McCoy, including the signature Dark Chocolate Babka with vanilla labne and burnt pita sugar. Será Hogar will also be popping up with their uniquely curated candles, bringing a selection of thoughtful, small-batch scents to explore during the event.The full Cellar Hand brunch menu will be available, as well as mimosas, brunch cocktails, spritzes, wines and and non-alc options like fresh juices, sparkling lychee tea, as well as a coffee and tea program curated with Coffee &amp; Tea Collective. Book a reservation via <a href="https://www.opentable.com/r/cellar-hand-san-diego" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OpenTable</a> for a chance to try some of San Diego’s local favorites before they sell out!

Local Event: Brunch Takeover with Michi Michi Bakery, Hell Yeah Helena!, & Será Hogar Candles

Brunch Takeover with Michi Michi Bakery, Hell...

Keep up the holiday spirit into Christmas weekend at Cellar Hand’s special Brunch Takeover with local makers Michi Michi Baking...

Brunch Takeover with Michi Michi Bakery, Hell Yeah Helena!, & Será Hogar Candles

Polite Provisions

Tis the season for bright lights, festive sips, and grand gestures. In the spirit of the holidays, <a href="https://politeprovisions.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Polite Provisions</a> turns into a full-on tinsel town once again, with Santa’s helpers decking out every corner for its annual holiday takeover from Friday, November 28 until the end of 2025. Warm up with a classic House Mulled Wine or try the bar’s newest holiday cocktail, Merry Christmas, Ya Filthy Animals with apple brandy, sweet vermouth, and salted caramelized Italian red bitter. Gather your crew, embrace a little festive mischief, and toast to another season of holiday gatherings.
 
Please note hours vary:
Mon to Thu: 5PM — 2AM
Fri to Sun: 3PM — 2AM

Local Event: Maximalist Holiday Merriment at Polite Provisions

Maximalist Holiday Merriment at Polite Provisions

Tis the season for bright lights, festive sips, and grand gestures. In the spirit of the holidays, Polite Provisions turns into...

Extraordinary Desserts

<a href="https://extraordinarydesserts.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Extraordinary Desserts</a> invites you to treat yourself to an elegant afternoon with a Holiday High Tea service, offered all December long from Sunday-Friday from 2:30-5pm at the Little Italy location. Guests will enjoy gourmet loose-leaf tea, savory toasts, and a rotating selection of seasonal sweets, with the option to elevate the experience with sparkling bubbles. Priced at $60 per person (tax and gratuity not included), this indulgent experience is perfect for relaxed weekday celebrations, intimate get-togethers, or a leisurely treat this holiday season.
To reserve, a minimum of two business days’ notice is required, along with a valid credit card on file (High Tea is unavailable on 12/25, 12/26, 1/1 and 1/2).

Local Event: Holiday High Tea at Extraordinary Desserts

Holiday High Tea at Extraordinary Desserts

Extraordinary Desserts invites you to treat yourself to an elegant afternoon with a Holiday High Tea service, offered all...

To close out the year, the <a href="https://www.cellarhandhillcrest.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cellar Hand</a> team sets the stage for a celebratory New Year’s Eve with a four-course prix-fixe menu for $125, showcasing hyper-local, seasonal dishes such as Liberty Farms duck breast, handmade tortelloni, local produce, and a spiny lobster bouillabaisse, with desserts to close out the night. Guests can elevate the evening with optional wine or non-alcoholic pairings for an additional charge, or choose a bottle from the California-focused wine list, which includes a wide range of sparkling options. The last seating is at 10 pm and ends with a bubbly toast at 11:50pm to welcome 2026! Spots fill up quick, reserve now through <a href="https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1326532&amp;restref=1326532&amp;experienceId=577687&amp;utm_source=external&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=shared" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Opentable</a> for a celebration to remember!

Local Event: New Year’s Eve Dinner at Cellar Hand

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Cellar Hand

To close out the year, the Cellar Hand team sets the stage for a celebratory New Year’s Eve with a four-course prix-fixe menu...

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Christmas-themed Sushi Making Class at Lumi

DEC

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5:00 PM

Lumi, 366 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA

Aperitivo Night with Oddish Wine at Cellar Hand

DEC

18

6:00 PM

Cellar Hand, 1440 University Ave, San Diego, CA

Feast of Seven Fishes Dinner at Cellar Hand

DEC

20

4:00 PM

Cellar Hand, 1440 University Ave, San Diego, CA

Photos with Santa at Parkway Plaza

DEC

24

9:00 AM

Parkway Plaza, 415 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA

Brunch Takeover with Michi Michi Bakery, Hell Yeah Helena!, & Será Hogar Candles

DEC

27

10:00 AM

Cellar Hand, 1440 University Ave, San Diego, CA

Maximalist Holiday Merriment at Polite Provisions

DEC

31

9:00 AM

Polite Provisions, 4696 30th St, San Diego, CA

Holiday High Tea at Extraordinary Desserts

DEC

31

2:30 PM

Extraordinary Desserts, 1430 Union St, San Diego, CA

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Cellar Hand

DEC

31

5:00 PM

Cellar Hand, 1440 University Ave, San Diego, CA

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