Holidays in Carlsbad 2025

Get ready for a spectacular holiday season in Carlsbad. Check out our guide below for tree lightings, holiday dinners, visits from Santa, fireworks, special events for the entire family and much more. It's the most wonderful time of the year in Carlsbad!

Events

Dec 14
Holidays at LEGOLAND® California
LEGOLAND® California One Legoland Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Nov 23, 2025, Nov 24, 2025, Nov 25, 2025, Nov 26, 2025, Nov 27, 2025, Nov 28, 2025, Nov 29, 2025, Nov 30, 2025, Dec 6, 2025, Dec 7, 2025, Dec 13, 2025, Dec 14, 2025, Dec 15, 2025, Dec 16, 2025, Dec 17, 2025, Dec 18, 2025, Dec 19, 2025, Dec 20, 2025, Dec 21, 2025, Dec 22, 2025, Dec 23, 2025, Dec 24, 2025, Dec 25, 2025, Dec 26, 2025, Dec 27, 2025, Dec 28, 2025, Dec 29, 2025, Dec 30, 2025, Dec 31, 2025, Jan 1, 2026, Jan 2, 2026, Jan 3, 2026, Jan 4, 2026 — event currently underway
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Dec 14
Holiday Garden Party at Park Hyatt Aviara
The Gardens at Park Hyatt Aviara 7100 Aviara Resort Drive Carlsbad, CA 92011
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Dec 11, 2025, Dec 12, 2025, Dec 13, 2025, Dec 14, 2025, Dec 17, 2025, Dec 18, 2025, Dec 19, 2025, Dec 20, 2025, Dec 21, 2025, Dec 22, 2025, Dec 23, 2025 — event currently underway
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Dec 15
Photos with Santa at The Shoppes at Carlsbad
The Shoppes at Carlsbad 2525 El Camino Real Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Nov 15, 2025, Nov 16, 2025, Nov 17, 2025, Nov 18, 2025, Nov 19, 2025, Nov 20, 2025, Nov 21, 2025, Nov 22, 2025, Nov 23, 2025, Nov 24, 2025, Nov 25, 2025, Nov 26, 2025, Nov 28, 2025, Nov 29, 2025, Nov 30, 2025, Dec 1, 2025, Dec 2, 2025, Dec 3, 2025, Dec 4, 2025, Dec 5, 2025, Dec 6, 2025, Dec 7, 2025, Dec 8, 2025, Dec 9, 2025, Dec 10, 2025, Dec 11, 2025, Dec 12, 2025, Dec 13, 2025, Dec 15, 2025, Dec 16, 2025, Dec 17, 2025, Dec 18, 2025, Dec 19, 2025, Dec 20, 2025, Dec 21, 2025, Dec 22, 2025, Dec 23, 2025, Dec 24, 2025
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Dec 17
Sips & Snowflakes at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa 2100 Costa Del Mar Road Carlsbad, CA 92009
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Nov 29, 2025, Nov 30, 2025, Dec 4, 2025, Dec 5, 2025, Dec 6, 2025, Dec 10, 2025, Dec 11, 2025, Dec 12, 2025, Dec 13, 2025, Dec 17, 2025, Dec 18, 2025, Dec 19, 2025, Dec 20, 2025
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Holiday Offers

Park Hyatt Aviara

Stocking Full of Christmas Package

Package includes overnight accommodations, tickets to access to 5 immersive holiday lands including dazzling performances, crafts & heartwarming character moments. Stays: Dec 11 - 29. Book By: Dec 27, 2025.

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The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Stay S’more Package

Create amazing memories this season with the Stay S’mores Package which includes yummy s’mores kits as well as free parking now through December on your two-night or more stays!

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Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

Magical Memories Offer

Make the holidays magical with 20% off your getaway. Plus, make your spirits bright with a $25 complimentary food and drink credit. These are the holidays you will remember.

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The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Sweet Dreams Getaway

The Sweet Dreams Getaway with milk & cookies will leave you with a warm heart, a full belly and a restful night’s sleep. Plus, enjoy waived nightly parking fees.

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The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Shop & Stay Package

Book your stay with us and enjoy a $50 Visa Gift Card to use at the Premium Outlet Mall, plus waived parking fees.

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Take-Home Holiday Meals

Felix’s BBQ With Soul

Holiday Dinner

Order your Holiday Dinner from Felix's BBQ With Soul this December and choose from a variety of feasts.

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Omni La Costa

Home for the Holidays: Hanukkah

Forget the stress this holiday season and let Omni La Costa take care of the cooking so that you can focus on the ones that matter most. Each box serves 4-6 guests.

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Holiday Cocktails

The Henry

Spiced Pear Cosmopolitan

Get in the spirit and enjoy a spiced pear cosmopolitan at The Henry.

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The Henry

Whiskey & Doughnuts

Savor whiskey & doughnuts at The Henry this holiday season.

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The Cassara Carlsbad

Cucidati Margarita

Offers a fresh twist on a classic, taking inspiration from the traditional Italian fig cookie.

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The Cassara Carlsbad

California Winter

A simple but thoughtful take on a winter cocktail – one that feels right at home on the Southern California coast.

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