Top 7 Things To Do in San Diego This Week
“Thanksgiving is a magical time of year when families across the country join together to raise America’s obesity statistics. Personally, I love Thanksgiving traditions: watching football, making pumpkin pie, and saying the magic phrase that sends your aunt storming out of the dining room to sit in her car.” ~ Stephen Colbert
1. Sunday, November 20– The Old Globe’s Christmas Tree Lighting
The sixth annual Old Globe Christmas Tree Lighting will kick off the holiday season in conjunction with San Diego’s favorite holiday musical, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Designed by Grinch scenic designer John Lee Beatty, the unique tree will be located in the center of the Globe Plaza and will remain for the run of the show. This fun family event will feature a special live performance by members of the Grinch and a delightful holiday snowfall on the Globe’s Copley Plaza.
Ticket vouchers for this free event are available at the following locations:
Geppetto’s Toys (all San Diego locations)
The Birch Aquarium
The Prado Restaurant
Corvette Diner
Yellow Book Road
Jake’s on 6th
Tickets will also be given away on The Old Globe’s Facebook page.
(Although the event is free, reservations are required.)
2. Monday, November 21–It’s Turkey Lurkey Time
We’re talking turkey as we explore the history of this unique Thanksgiving bird. Play some turkey games, dance the Turkey Lurkey dance, read A Plumb and Perky Turkey storybook, and make a feathered Thanksgiving centerpiece to take home. Reservations required. *All children must be accompanied by an adult.
10:00a to 11:00a
San Diego History Center
San Diego,CA
3. Tuesday, November 22–Secret Santa Toy Drive
Put on your Santa hat and lend a helping hand to make sure California’s 60,000 foster children enjoy a bright holiday season with a gift from Santa under the tree. Sleep Train will be collecting donations of new, unwrapped gifts for all ages. Also make sure you participate in our Sleep Train Santa Photo Contest!
10:00a
Sleep Train
San Diego,CA
4. Wednesday, November 23– Movie: The Muppets
Walter, the world’s biggest Muppet fan, is on vacation in Los Angeles with his friends Gary (Jason Segel) and Mary (Amy Adams). They discover that greedy Tex Richman (Chris Cooper) plans to raze Muppet Theater and drill for oil on the spot. Desperate to save the Muppets’ former stomping grounds, the three friends join forces with Kermit to reunite Miss Piggy, Fozzie and the rest of the gang to hold a telethon to raise the $10 million they need to save the theater.
5. Thursday, November 26– Thanksgiving at The US Grant
Savor the taste of Thanksgiving at THE US GRANT with Grant Grill’s Holiday Tasting Dinner, created by Chef de Cuisine Chris Kurth. This 5-course dinner is being offered for $85/person from 12-7pm.
We’re also celebrating with a traditional Thanksgiving Buffet. Seatings for this grand buffet dinner are at 12:30pm, 2pm and 3:30pm and prices are $24-children, $67-adults and $57-seniors. For reservations, please call 619.744.2039 for the tasting dinner or 619.744.2066 for the buffet.
6. Friday, November 25– Chris Tucker
Armed with a trademarked style, incomparable delivery, impeccable comedic timing and signature voice, Atlanta native Chris Tucker has launched a career that has garnered international acclaim.
7:30p
San Diego Civic Theatre
Tickets 73.65
7. Saturday, November 26– Jazz with Gilbert Castellanos
A Thanksgiving weekend special jazz presentation from trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos & Cajeta featuring Irving Flores piano, Evona Wascinski bass, Claudia Gomez Vorce tap dance percussion, & Lorraine Castellanos guitar/vocals.
8:00p
Dizzy’s at the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center
15.00 Cover
