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The nineth annual Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon & 5K benefiting Make-A-Wish San Diego features a loop course through the heart of Mission Bay and encourages the community to “Thrive” by staying active, eating healthy, living well and giving back. Visit: Kaiser Permanente 'Thrive' Half Marathon and 5K Thrive Half Marathon on Instagram and Facebook

Nov. 28 – Dec. 26, 2025 Lakehouse Resort’s lakeside festival returns with family-friendly programming, igloo reservations, seasonal attractions, and a Candy Cane Cruise on Lake San Marcos. Winter Wonderland at Lakehouse blends classic holiday fare with activities for all ages. Tickets: events.thelakehouseresort.com/e/winter-wonderland-at-lakehouse-resort-2025 Admission and offers: • Early bird general admission (ages 10+): $7 through November 26. Standard pricing after November 26: $10. Kids under 10 are free. • Attraction tickets are available a la carte. Most activities are 4 tickets each; the boat ride is 8 tickets. Single ticket value: $1. • Ticket bundles and attraction plus build-a-buddy bundles available. Igloo experiences: • Standard Igloo Reservation (up to 8 guests) — $250. Includes private space, private fire pit, s’mores kits, and six GA tickets. Book by November 27 and receive 40 complimentary attraction tickets. • Complete Igloo Experience (up to 8 guests) — $450. Includes charcuterie, wine and drink tickets, private fire pit, s’mores kits, and six GA tickets. Early booking bonus applies. • Grand Igloo Dining Experience (up to 12 guests) — $1,500. Includes chef’s family style dinner, curated boards, four bottles of wine, and GA admission for 12. Early booking bonus applies. Festival attractions include: train rides, bounce houses, pop-a-shot, Build-a-Buddy station, seasonal food and beverage stations, and the Candy Cane Cruise.

Give thanks this year with family and friends over a delicious Thanksgiving Day dining experience at the Catamaran Resort. Hosted in our upstairs ballrooms with views of Mission Bay, Chef Bryan Stuppy is curating an impressive Thanksgiving afternoon and evening feast with mouthwatering buffet selections including a carving station, classic holiday dishes, and decadent desserts. Adults can sip on a complimentary glass of sparkling wine while everyone can enjoy the live entertainment. If you prefer to celebrate with à la carte options, Oceana Coastal Kitchen is also open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with holiday specials. Enjoy expertly prepared favorites the whole family will love alongside stunning Mission Bay views. For additional questions, please call us at (858) 539-8635 Visit: https://www.catamaranresort.com/event/thanksgiving-day-dining Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa on Instagram and Facebook

We will be hosting a Dia de Los Muertos Cultural Hour on Friday, October 31th at 12 p.m. at the One World Lounge. Cultural Hours are open to the entire SDSU community (students, staff, and faculty). There will be snacks and activities, and we will learn about Mexican culture! Can't wait to see you there! Where: One World Lounge Located at 5520 Hardy Avenue Visit: https://www.sdsu.edu/events-calendar?utm_source=salesforce&utm_medium=email#event-details/d49bd87d-2a71-4058-ab51-42e6ed21404a SDSU International Student Center on Instagram and Facebook

Calling all Makers, DIYers, and Entrepreneurs! The APIDA Center's 6th annual Makers' Market is here! Join us! Thursday, Oct. 30, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Visit: https://www.sdsu.edu/events-calendar?utm_source=salesforce&utm_medium=email#event-details/b754d127-4700-4358-8cef-8dc1c5b7ec2c SDSU APIDA Center on Instagram and Facebook

Nov. 28, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026 Located inside Draft at Belmont Park! Just when you think the season couldn’t get more festive, Winter Wonderland at Draft makes its debut as a Christmas-themed cocktail pop-up. Decked out with over-the-top holiday décor and collectible mugs, the pop-up will serve exclusive handcrafted cocktails and seasonal vessels that perfectly complement Belmont Park’s seaside setting. Selected cocktail highlights include: • The North Star - a cold take on mulled wine • Navidad Noche Ponche • Dolce di Natale Espresso Martini • Not Nana’s Fruitcake Tiki Drink • Classic and creative old fashioneds and holiday sours, • Plus, festive ornament shots Draft (Belmont Park) Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 12PM - 8PM Wednesday 12PM - 9PM Friday 12PM - 9PM Saturday 10AM - 9PM Weekend Brunch available 10AM-2PM Sunday 10AM - 8PM Weekend Brunch available 10AM-1PM

Creative Cultures Arts Festival is back for its third installment. Creativity Suitcase will boast six arts booths and three vibrant dances from around the world. To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, there will be a regional dance and game, as well as marigold and monarch art-making to honor Día de los Muertos and plenty more. Join this family-friendly event and connect through cultural expressions. Hands-on arts-marking workshops • Monarch butterfly painting • Leaf-rubbing printmaking • Paper marigold-crafting • Ojo de Dios weaving • Native American game playing • Bookmark-making Vibrant music and dance • Native American cultural dance • Flamenco Fusion Dance • Egyptian Folklore Cane Dance City of Carlsbad on Facebook / Instagram

Nov. 15, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026 Belmont Park, the historic 100-year-old Mission Beach amusement park, transforms into Winter Wonder, a parkwide holiday festival with beachfront charm. The celebration features thousands of lights, themed photo moments, live weekend entertainment, family programming, and seasonal food and drink offerings across park vendors. Weekend highlights include Jingle Jams with DJs and musical performances from 2 to 5 p.m., face painting and glitter tattoos for kids, and Family Night at Draft (ornament decorating) on select Tuesdays: December 9, 16, and 23. Classic rides such as the Giant Dipper will remain open and decked out for the season. Park food and drink features include: • Belmonty’s Red Velvet Funnel Cake • Christmas Tree Dole Whip • Holiday Churro Fries at Snacken Kraken • Draft Coffee seasonal drinks including Peppermint Mocha, Cookie Butter Latte, and Gingerbread Hot Chocolate • Tap Truck hot cocoa and spiked cocoa offerings Belmont Park on Facebook / Instagram

Enjoy live music beginning at 5 p.m. Seating opens at 4:30 p.m. and is limited, so please feel free to bring your own chair. Performances take place outdoors, weather permitting. Cannon Art Gallery and Chapters Cafe will also be open so you can enjoy an early evening full of culture with friends. Brought together by their shared love of Irish and traditional American music, this unique pairing of mandolin and bass promises an unforgettable performance filled with energy, warmth, and tradition. Visit: mandobasso.com/

Enjoy live music beginning at 5 p.m. Seating opens at 4:30 p.m. and is limited, so please feel free to bring your own chair. Performances take place outdoors, weather permitting. Cannon Art Gallery and Chapters Cafe will also be open so you can enjoy an early evening full of culture with friends. Jarabe Mexicano is a multi-generational ensemble that embraces change while still honoring the past as educators, cultural ambassadors and arts advocates. Jarabe, which translates to ‘concoction,’ highlights the eclectic mix of genres ranging from Mexican Folk, Rock & Roll, and Norteño/Tex-Mex to Latin Rock, Trio Romántico, and popular Cumbia. They’ve performed alongside Louie Pérez of Los Lobos, Gaby Moreno and La Santa Cecilia. Jarabe Mexicano on Facebook / Instagram