# Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at San Diego Mission Bay Resort

> Event for families in the San Diego–Chula Vista–Carlsbad area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Thu, Dec 3 · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: San Diego Mission Bay Resort, 1775 East Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA 92109
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: San Diego Mission Bay Resort
- Official page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-christmas-tree-lighting-ceremony-tickets-2000283654256
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

The resort's 8th annual Christmas tree lighting includes Santa and Mrs. Claus, games, hot chocolate, and letter-writing to Santa, with toys for children on the nice list. A separate Santa's Workshop Pass, 6:30–8:00, adds stuffed-animal making, ornament decorating, and stocking and hat personalizing. No dollar amount is printed on the page.

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