Embrace the enchantment of the holiday season in San Diego
Host your holiday event with us
Embrace the holiday season with all its joy and splendor in San Diego. The city comes alive with a vibrant festive atmosphere, offering an array of holiday events and attractions that range from enchanting Christmas Markets and dazzling light exhibitions to charming ice-skating rinks and delicious seasonal delicacies. These experiences are simply too delightful to overlook! Don't pass up the enchanting moments that await you in San Diego this holiday season.
Explore Festive Events In and Around Our Hotel
Holiday Adventures
- Seaworld's Christmas Celebration
- Wild Holidays At The San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Winter Wonder Beachside At Belmont Park
- Jungle Bells
- The Holiday Market And Trail At Petco Park
-
Christmas Bay Cruise
- You Can Choose From Four Options:
- Christmas Eve Brunch Cruise
- Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise
- Christmas Day Brunch Cruise
- Christmas Day Dinner Cruise
More Must-See Holiday Merriment
Paw-La-La-La-La: Pop-up Pup Portrait Event
December 16 | 9AM-12:30PM
Kimpton Alma San Diego invites you to our pop-up pup portrait event where you'll get professional photos with Santa and your pup. Doggy brews by Good Boy Beer + freshly baked doggy treats prepared in-house by Executive Pastry Chef Kari Cota will be available for purchase. Guests will also receive complimentary, edited photos.
Jingle all the way to the Gaslamp Pet Parade
Jingle all the way to the Gaslamp Pet Parade on December 16th! From 10 AM to 12:30 PM, immerse yourself in the magic of the season at the Gaslamp Holiday Expo. Capture priceless moments with Santa Paws, indulge in complimentary pup-accinos, and explore festive shopping delights.
At 1 PM, join the most festive parade in town, accompanied by live music, enchanting holiday characters, and a sea of joyous doggies spreading cheer!
Then, from 2 PM to 4 PM, revel in the Pups in the Pub Paw-ty – where craft beers flow, merry tunes fill the air, and pup-tastic fun knows no bounds!
Register now at gaslamp.org and make this holiday season unforgettable!
Alma guests receive $5 off registration with code ‘KIMPTON5’!
Alma Holiday Events
Christmas Eve Special
December 24
Herb Crusted Prime Rib
Roasted garlic whipped potatoes, chive popover, foraged mushrooms and pearl onions, truffle jus.
$54 pp (plus tax and gratuity)
New Year's Eve Pre Fixe
December 31st
Ring in the New Year and celebrate in style at The Desmond, featuring a five-course menu, complimentary midnight champagne toast, and a live music set by Adrian Hibbs from 8:00 p.m. - Midnight.
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Special
December 24 and December 25
Herb Crusted Prime Rib
Roasted garlic whipped potatoes, chive popover, foraged mushrooms and pearl onions, truffle jus.
$54 pp (plus tax and gratuity)
