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All aboard the North Pole Limited! Your magical journey begins at the festive Campo Depot, where you’ll collect your tickets in our historic waiting room. Don’t miss the fun! Arrive at least 30 minutes early to receive your tickets, explore our holiday gift shop, and soak up the festive atmosphere Once onboard the North Pole Limited, prepare to be enchanted! Our jolly elf crew will entertain you with holiday sing-along, festive stories, and delicious hot chocolate and cookies. As the train winds through the breathtaking back-country, keep your eyes peeled for the North Pole, where we’ll pick up Santa and his lovely Mrs. Claus! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a 90-minute adventure filled with holiday cheer. Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit with every passenger on the train as we make our way back to Campo Depot. It’s a magical experience you won’t forget Trains depart Fridays and Saturdays, November 27 – December 19, 2026, at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Trains depart Sundays, November 29 – December 20, 2026 at 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Note: All trains depart from the Campo Depot located at 750 Depot St., Campo, CA 91906. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum on Instagram

PRESS RELEASE: FEATURE FILM PROJECT SHOCASE "Sense of Direction", the rom-com feature film, will hold a showcase at San Diego’s Light Box Theater on Sunday, October 18th from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public! The event will include a live script reading, live music, and a panel discussion about the film, centering around themes of mental health and healing through human connection. Directed by SDSU professor and filmmaker Jessica McGaugh, "Sense of Direction" tells the story of Reggie, a disengaged therapist left reeling from the death of her brother, who finds her status quo upended by a new patient Winston who suffers from a debilitating fear of life. Their lives quickly become entangled when an inexplicable intimacy blooms between them. After their connection becomes impossible to navigate, they decide to see a therapist for their therapist-client relationship. These two strange people whose dynamic might be even stranger may be just what the other needs to wake up to life. Event details: "Sense of Direction" Project Showcase October 18, 2026 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Light Box Theater 2590 Truxtun Rd #205, San Diego, CA 92106 Free and open to the public RSVP at https://forms.gle/89qt9SAqtiUg3jvRA senseofdirectionfilm on Instagram

San Diego-based Wesley Palms, a Front Porch senior living community, will bring together approximately 35-40 residents, team members, friends and families to support Alzheimer’s San Diego during its annual Alzheimer’s Walk on Thursday, Oct. 8. The Wesley Palms community will raise awareness and funds for local individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, a cause that is especially meaningful to many within the community. Last year, Wesley Palms raised more than $10,700 for Alzheimer’s San Diego and this year, the community has already raised more than $10,000. Residents of Wesley Palms’ Summer House memory care neighborhood will also participate in the walk aboard golf carts, allowing them to take part alongside fellow residents, team members and families while accommodating their individual needs. Wesley Palms Retirement Community on Facebook / Instagram

Join award-winning Chef Spencer Hunter of Lia’s Lumpia on October 25, 2026, from 6–8 p.m. at the San Diego History Center for a Kamayan feast celebrating Filipino American History Month. A San Diego native and finalist on Food Network’s Great Food Truck Race, Chef Spencer honors his Filipino grandmother’s culinary legacy while blending it with his African American roots. He has taken first place for his Sisig Lumpia, cheffed for distinguished clientele ranging from corporate leaders to members of the British Royal Family, and continues to redefine what modern fusion cuisine can be. Kamayan is a traditional Filipino style of communal dining where food is spread across a table lined with fresh banana leaves and shared by everyone. Chef Spencer Hunter on Facebook / Instagram San Diego History Center on Facebook / Instagram

Leapin' lizards! The San Diego Holiday Tradition is back! America's most beloved musical "Annie" will once again be presented at the Historic Star Theatre in downtown Oceanside, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classical musical about never giving up hope. Boasting one of Broadway's most memorable scores, including “It's a Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “Never Fully Dressed without a Smile,” and the ever-optimist, “Tomorrow," "Annie" is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family! Thursday, December 10, 7:30 p.m. Friday, December 11, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 12, 2 p.m. Saturday, December 12, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, December 13, 2 p.m. Visit: https://www.startheatreco.com/our-2026-season The Star Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

Experience the magic of the holidays with SDCYB’s "The Nutcracker," a beloved San Diego tradition performed in the heart of Balboa Park, December 9–20. Follow Clara and her Nutcracker Prince through a thrilling battle, a sparkling winter wonderland, and the enchanting Land of the Sweets, brought to life by the exceptional young dancers of San Diego Civic Youth Ballet. Special performances for school groups and Girl Scouts are also available. Tickets are available online—www.sdcyb.org San Diego Civic Youth Ballet on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Potters' Guild is a juried membership of forty clay artists who exhibit and share staffing the studio daily. Themed shows rotate throughout the year in the center gallery, other areas display a variety of member works. "Let's Feast!" inspired by the Thanksgiving and December holidays is an exhibit of one of a kind recently created ceramics for living and working spaces and as special gifts. San Diego Potters Guild on Facebook / Instagram

Two Holiday Favorites. Twice the Joy. Celebrate the season with two Cygnet holiday traditions! Experience "A Christmas Carol," running November 24 through December 24, now in its 12th year, bringing Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of hope and redemption to life with captivating storytelling, music, magic, and holiday cheer. Then, "A Magical Holiday" returns December 2 through December 24 by popular demand with a 90-minute celebration of festive music and dance, featuring beloved holiday classics. Make both part of your holiday tradition and enjoy the magic of the season with Cygnet Theatre. Get your tickets at CygnetTheatre.org. Cygnet Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

Join Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina and turn game day into resort day with the Football Sunday Family Pass on Sundays throughout the football season. Catch live game coverage at Pelican’s on the Bay and enjoy a complimentary appetizer and two drinks! This fun-filled day of football, food, and poolside relaxation includes entry for four guests with access to three outdoor heated pools, three waterslides, a 20% discount on watersport rentals and more. Reserve on ResortPass and don’t miss out on this fun-filled day!

Calling all arts enthusiasts! Celebrate local creativity with us at the O’Arts Grants Celebration Saturday, October 17, 2026 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oceanside Civic Center Library Courtyard Come enjoy live performances and listen to the 2026 O’Arts: Oceanside Art & Culture grantees as they share about their grant activities. We’ll also announce the 2027 O’Arts: Oceanside Arts & Culture Grantees live at the event. This event is free and open to all ages. We hope you can join us!