San Diego, November 25, 2025
San Diego is brimming with activities and events during Thanksgiving week from November 24 to 28. Visitors can explore exhibitions at local libraries, enjoy festive attractions, and participate in exciting sports events. With a mix of culture, entertainment, and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season.
San Diego’s Thanksgiving Week: Events and Activities
San Diego offers a variety of events and activities during the Thanksgiving week of November 24–28, 2025. Here’s a curated list to help you plan your holiday festivities.
Exhibitions and Cultural Events
- Campus Critters at Work and Play
An engaging exhibit at Geisel Library, showcasing the diverse wildlife of San Diego. Open to the public on November 28. - Carved in Color and Light: The Art of…
Explore the intricate art of pumpkin carving at the Sally T. WongAvery Library on November 28. - Here, Now 여기, 지금
A contemporary art exhibit at Geisel Library’s The Nest, available for viewing on November 28. - The Art of Science: Five Years Through the Lens…
A photographic journey highlighting scientific discoveries, displayed at Geisel Library’s Exhibition Gallery on November 28. - Welcome to UC San Diego
An informative exhibit at Geisel Library’s 2nd Floor West, open to visitors on November 28.
Seasonal Attractions
- Winter Wonderland at Draft
Experience a festive atmosphere with holiday decorations and exclusive cocktails at Draft Mission Beach, running from November 28 to January 4. - USS Midway Museum: Jingle Jets 2025
Celebrate the season with festive displays aboard the USS Midway Museum on November 28. - Meet Santa
Bring the kids to meet Santa at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar on November 28. - Glice Skating
Enjoy ice skating at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, available on November 28. - The North Pole Limited
A holiday-themed train ride at the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum on November 28.
Sports and Entertainment
- Rady Children’s Invitational
A men’s college basketball tournament featuring four teams, held at the Jenny Craig Pavilion on November 26. - San Diego FC vs. Minnesota United
Catch the MLS playoff match on November 24 at Snapdragon Stadium. - WWE: Survivor Series
Experience the excitement of professional wrestling at Petco Park on November 29.
Special Offers
- San Diego County Fair Season Pass
Take advantage of the Buy-One, Get-One-FREE offer for the 2026 Fair Season Pass, available from November 28 to December 1.
For more details on these events and additional activities, please refer to the respective event websites or contact the organizers directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exhibitions are available in San Diego during Thanksgiving week?
San Diego offers several exhibitions during Thanksgiving week, including “Campus Critters at Work and Play” at Geisel Library, “Carved in Color and Light: The Art of…” at the Sally T. WongAvery Library, and “Here, Now 여기, 지금” at Geisel Library’s The Nest, all available on November 28.
What seasonal attractions are happening in San Diego during Thanksgiving week?
Seasonal attractions include “Winter Wonderland at Draft” at Mission Beach from November 28 to January 4, “USS Midway Museum: Jingle Jets 2025” on November 28, and “Meet Santa” at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar on November 28.
What sports events are taking place in San Diego during Thanksgiving week?
Sports events include the Rady Children’s Invitational men’s college basketball tournament at the Jenny Craig Pavilion on November 26, San Diego FC vs. Minnesota United MLS playoff match on November 24 at Snapdragon Stadium, and WWE: Survivor Series at Petco Park on November 29.
Are there any special offers available during Thanksgiving week in San Diego?
Yes, the San Diego County Fair is offering a Buy-One, Get-One-FREE Season Pass for the 2026 Fair, available from November 28 to December 1.
Event Highlights
| Event | Date | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Critters at Work and Play | November 28 | Geisel Library | Exhibit showcasing San Diego’s diverse wildlife. |
| Carved in Color and Light: The Art of… | November 28 | Sally T. WongAvery Library | Explore intricate pumpkin carving art. |
| Winter Wonderland at Draft | November 28 – January 4 | Draft Mission Beach | Holiday-themed cocktails and decorations. |
| Rady Children’s Invitational | November 26 | Jenny Craig Pavilion | Men’s college basketball tournament. |
| San Diego FC vs. Minnesota United | November 24 | Snapdragon Stadium | MLS playoff match. |
| WWE: Survivor Series | November 29 | Petco Park | Professional wrestling event. |
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