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SUMMARY:Holidays at the Hotel Del Coronado
DESCRIPTION:Coronado’s Hotel Del is an In-the-Spotlight featured destination during the holiday season. The iconic hotel\, with a storied history\, hosts a month-long celebration. Visitors come from near and far to the hotel’s main draw—ice skating on the beach for festive Skating by the Sea! Visitors and guests can follow up their ice-capades with a bonfire on the beach\, marshmallow roasting\, beachside igloos\, a spectacular lightshow\, and more! \nChristmas in Southern California doesn’t get much more fun\, in this SoCal-beach-meets-winter-wonderland experience. Make your Hotel Del Coronado plans from late November through the first week of January. Check out some of these specific events below to make your plans! \n  \n\nExperience Lights\, Camera\, Holiday! \nFor the 2024 holiday season\, we invite you to step back in time to the glittering splendor of Old Hollywood as we celebrate Hotel del Coronado’s rich legacy of filmmaking. In honor of the 65th anniversary of Some Like It Hot starring the legendary Marilyn Monroe\, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon\, the Holidays at The Del will be an unforgettable tribute to Hollywood’s golden age. \nThe Del’s Christmas trees and garlands will dazzle with Hollywood glamour\, reflecting the timeless elegance of Marilyn Monroe and featuring hues of ruby and cherry\, soft black\, shimmering gold and silver\, and adorned with diamonds and pearls. \nEmbrace the magic of the season with beloved holiday experiences including Skating by the Sea® and Frostbite Lounge\, special holiday dining events in the beautifully restored Crown Room\, “All That Jazz” Lightshow Spectacular\, Beachside Igloos\, and more.
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LOCATION:Hotel Del Coronado\, 1500 Orange Ave.\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:Festival of Lights at the Historic Mission Inn
DESCRIPTION:Riverside’s historic Mission Inn invites you to visit during its 32nd annual Festival of Lights. The Festival of Lights at Mission Inn is an In-the-SoCal-Spotlight featured destination. Mark your calendars for the exciting events that have made this a favorite destination for holiday gatherings. Be sure to take advantage of the events below to add joy to your holiday season. \nSwitch-on Ceremony: November 23\, 2024  |  Duration: November 24 – December 31\, 2024 \nClosed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day \n\n\nLocated in Downtown Riverside’s Arts and Culture District\, the 2024 Mission Inn Hotel & Spa Festival of Lights returns this holiday season featuring lighted decorations and photo opportunities\, food vendors and activities. Enjoy millions of holiday lights at The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa along with holiday-themed decorations in the downtown area at what has become one of the nation’s most popular holiday events and lights display. \nThings to Do\nThere are plenty of things to do at the Festival of Lights–live music\, rides and attractions\, good eats and more! \n\n\n Ice Rink \n Santa Claus \n Food Vendors \n Merry Art Market \n\n\n Entertainment \n Holiday Express
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/festival-of-lights-at-the-historic-mission-inn/
LOCATION:Mission Inn – Riverside\, 3649 Mission Inn Avenue\, Riverside\, CA\, 92501
CATEGORIES:Desert | Riverside Co. Lifestyle,SoCal Events
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SUMMARY:Solvang Julefest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Solvang’s annual Danish Christmas celebration is an In-the-Spotlight featured destination. It’s a month-long celebration with four weeks of fun from—the first week of December through the first week of January. See below for specific events and be sure to make plans to join the festivities! \nSolvang’s Danish-style holiday celebration begins November 29\, 2024\, with some new facets and fun-filled events; it runs throughout the festive season\, through January 5\, 2025. \nIt’s time for Solvang’s annual Julefest celebration extraordinaire! Held in one of the “Most Magical Christmas Towns and Villages Across the World” (according to Oprah Daily)\, Solvang Julefest is a month+ of lights\, celebratory events\, and holiday cheer\, which runs November 29\, 2024 – January 5\, 2025. Join us for lots of family fun\, seasonal music\, holiday shopping\, culinary delights\, wine & beer\, and more. Skål! \nInsider Tip: Don’t miss our Tree Lighting weekend\, December 6-8\, 2024\, filled with holiday experiences the whole family will enjoy! \nSolvang Tree Lighting Ceremony – Friday\, December 6th\, 2024\nThe sparkling start to Solvang’s holiday season is marked by the Solvang Julefest Tree Lighting Ceremony\, set for Friday\, December 6\, 2024\, at 5:30 PM in Solvang Park. The Tree Lighting Ceremony is once again slated to include ballerinas encircling the Solvang Christmas tree\, other live entertainment\, and caroling\, culminating at around 6:30 PM\, set to be accompanied with a park-wide light show. \nSolvang Julefest Parade – Saturday\, December 7th\, 2024\nCelebrate this year’s Julefest as parade floats and entries travel along the village streets on this Saturday morning beginning at 11:00 AM. Marching bands\, horses\, and more! Catch 400+ participants and 50+ contingents as they stroll and cruise down Solvang’s main avenues. Don’t miss this chance to bring more hygge (Danish coziness) to your holiday season\, and a free opportunity to meet Mr. Claus\, post-Parade. \nMaker’s Market – Wednesday’s\, December 4th\, 11th\, 18th\, 2024\nFashioned after traditional European night markets\, the Solvang Julefest Maker’s Market will feature crafters and local artisans offering one-of-a-kind holiday gift ideas\, seasonal treats\, and more\, at an open-air Christmas market under the stars\, in Solvang Park from 3:00 PM-7:00 PM. \nChristmas Matters Holiday Carolers – Saturday’s 7th\, 14th\, 21st\, 2024\nJoin us in downtown Solvang on Saturdays leading up to Christmas for the delightful performances of the Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers!  Experience the magic of the season as talented singers fill the air with joyful holiday tunes as they roam the quaint Danish downtown village of Solvang. Performance times 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. \nCopenhagen Countdown – Tuesday\, December 31st\, 2024\nCome together for a European-style countdown to midnight from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM\, and welcome in the new year at 3:00 PM alongside Denmark. Enjoy live music\, entertainment\, and a spectacular countdown.  This is a family-friendly event that everyone will love! \nSolvang Christmas Tree Burn – Friday\, January 10th\, 2025\nSupervised by the Santa Barbara County Fire Department\, and one of the largest fire safety demonstrations along the California Central Coast\, the Solvang Tree Burn is a powerful safety demonstration at the start of the New Year\, heralding the end of the Solvang Julefest celebration. The 2025 Tree Burn is scheduled for Friday\, January 10\, 5:00 PM (weather permitting). \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOngoing Events\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLight & Music Show – November 29th\, 2024 – January 5\, 2025\nEvery evening during Solvang Julefest\, Solvang Park will come alive with all that sparkles and shines! Enjoy a 10-minute light and music display on the hour each night\, right in the center of all of Solvang’s holiday magic. Light show times 5:00 PM\, 6:00 PM\, 7:00 PM\, 8:00 PM\, 9:00 PM. \nNisser Adventure – November 29th\, 2024 – January 5\, 2025\nJoin in on the city-wide hunt for the mischievous Solvang Nisser (Danish for “gnome”)! This group of Nisser have hidden themselves throughout Downtown Solvang and we need your help tracking them down. Find one\, or find them all as you enjoy all that Downtown Solvang has to offer. Fun for the whole family! \nAll Julefest long\, pop into the Solvang Visitor Center for a list of clues to the various hiding spots the Nisser frequents. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhotos with Santa / Santa’s Village\nSanta’s Village is open every Saturday and Sunday 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM leading up to Christmas Day. Come on out to Solvang Park to meet Mr. Claus with Christmas lists at the ready! \nSolvang Jul Daylight Tours\nStroll Down the festive streets of Solvang lined with unique shops\, and delicious foods including fantastic Danish pastries! This morning daylight tour is led by a local Dane dressed in traditional folk dress. You will immerse yourself in Solvang’s rich heritage and find plenty of Jul spirit! Experience for yourself through taste\, sight\, and sound how Solvang keeps its Danish Jul traditions alive!  Please note this is a 10:00 AM day tour. \nSolvang Candlelight Tours\nThe popular Solvang Julefest Candlelight Tours will be offered on select dates beginning November 30\, running through December 28\, 2024. The Solvang Julefest Candlelight Tours will provide special holiday experiences for locals and visitors as they stroll the streets of Solvang\, accompanied by Christmas carols and an entertaining education about some Danish traditions and Solvang history. Guided by a costumed host\, all tour participants will receive an LED candle to hold during the tour. \nSolvang Trolley Christmas Light Tour\nEnjoy the magic of the holidays in a Trolley Tour \nSolvang Trolley invites you to tour the Christmas lights through the Santa Ynez Valley! Featuring fresh hot chocolate\, and a jolly good time! \nSeating is limited\, so please reserve in advance!
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LOCATION:Solvang Parks and Recreation\, 411 Second Street\, Solvang\, CA\, 93463
CATEGORIES:SB & Montecito Lifestyle,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:City Lights: An Immersive Journey Through Light & Sound
DESCRIPTION:Step into a reimagined reality where light\, sound\, and urban culture converge at City Lights⭐ \n🚨 Opening December 6\, 2024\, and running through mid-January\, 2025\, this walkable journey combines cutting-edge digital art and interactive installations. \nThe Experience: \n🌃 Embark on a 50-minute journey through six unique zones – featuring lasers\, reactive video\, LED sculpture\, projection mapping\, and more – each inspired by a different aspect of city life. \n🎨 Interact with the art\, transforming the visuals with a wave of your hand. Two special zones feature choreographed light and sound performances\, creating a powerful synergy that brings the city’s heartbeat to life. \n🥘🍸 End the experience by indulging in an elevated cocktail lounge featuring a seasonal El Comal tapas-style menu. \nGeneral Info: \n🗓️ Dates: December 6\, 2024 – January 19\, 2025 \n⏰ Timeslots: Every 30 minutes between 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM (must arrive within 10 minutes of scheduled time to ensure timely entry) \n🏙️ Location: Quartyard – 1301 Market St\, San Diego\, CA 92101 \n🎟️ Price: Adults – $20 | Students – $15 | Children under 5 – FREE (VIP ticket packages will also be available–coming soon) \n👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 City Lights is an all-ages event \n☔ Experience is rain-or-shine \n🚙 Parking: There is nearby street parking around the venue (meters end between 6pm-8pm Mon-Sat with free metered parking on Sundays.) \n🍻 Access to a full bar and a curated cocktail list for guests 21+ \nAs the days grow shorter\, City Lights transforms San Diego’s winter solstice nights into a celebration of the city’s urban heart\, offering a new way to experience the magic beyond the beach this holiday season🤩 \n🔊 Concert Experience Dates: \n🎧 Wondergate x WCW Presents: Made by Pete on Dec. 14th \n🍄 Mark Farina Mushroom Jazz on Dec. 21st \n🕺 Return of the 80s on Dec. 28th \n🎶 R&B Block Party: East Coast New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31st \nAbout City Lights💫 City Lights is the latest project led and designed by visual-digital artist Ben Guerrette\, alongside a multidisciplinary team of artists\, technologists\, and designers known for pushing the boundaries of digital art and immersive experiences. Guerrette\, known for his expertise in audio-visual installations and his passion for live music\, brings a unique perspective to this experience\, taking inspiration from the energy of city life and the edgy\, untamed vibe of 90s rave culture. City Lights offers an experience that transforms Quartyard into a dynamic world of light\, sound\, and exploration this holiday season. \nAbout Quartyard🪩 Quartyard is an event venue and urban park constructed from repurposed shipping containers in the East Village Neighborhood of Downtown San Diego. Quartyard is home to an eatery\, full-service beer garden\, event venue\, art space\, and coffee shop. Open five days a week\, Quartyard plays host to a number of cultural events\, outdoor concerts\, private events\, street markets and community activities. Quartyard’s utilization of sustainable and innovative design activates vacant urban land into a vibrant outdoor community space for a unique outdoor experience unlike any other. \n✨ City Lights captures the rhythm\, energy\, & spirit of this incredible city–we’re so excited to invite you to this creation of energetic visuals blended with dynamic soundscapes. For more information\, click HERE.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/city-lights-an-immersive-journey-through-light-sound/
LOCATION:Quartyard\, 1301 Market St\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SD Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events,SoCal Music Events
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