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Kick off the most wonderful time of the year at Liberty Station's 2024 Salute the Season celebration! Join us for our main event, the Liberty Station Tree Lighting, on Friday, November 29th, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Gather your loved ones to watch as our majestic 88-foot Norfolk pine tree comes to life with twinkling lights and holiday cheer. This magical evening promises fun for the whole family with live entertainment, jolly firetruck rides and free photos with Santa! As the night unfolds, cozy up under the stars for a special showing of the beloved holiday classic, "The Grinch." Don't miss this opportunity to create unforgettable memories and start a new family tradition at Liberty Station's Tree Lighting. Liberty Station invites you to usher in the season with the highlight of our 2024 annual Holiday Tree Lighting. Join us on Friday, November 29th, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., for an evening of festive cheer and community spirit in the North Promenade and Building 177. The highlight of the evening will be the lighting of the 88-foot Norfolk pine tree, which will shimmer with twinkling lights, officially marking the start of the holiday season in Liberty Station. The promenade will be alive with the sounds of the season. Local musicians and performers will provide live entertainment, creating a festive atmosphere to explore the activities. For families with children, the evening promises exciting attractions including rides on a festively decorated firetruck, offering a unique view of Liberty Station adorned in its holiday best. Don't forget to visit Santa Claus himself, who will be available for free photos. It's the perfect opportunity to capture a special holiday memory and perhaps share those Christmas wishes. As the night progresses, gather your loved ones to settle in for an outdoor showing of the holiday classic, "The Grinch." Bring blankets and enjoy this heartwarming tale under the stars, surrounded by the glow of holiday lights. Join us at Liberty Station for an evening that captures the essence of the holiday season. Whether you're continuing a family tradition or starting a new one, the Holiday Tree Lighting promises to be a delightful start to your holiday festivities. Visit: https://libertystation.com/events/salute-the-season/holiday-tree-lighting Liberty Station on Instagram and Facebook

From the organizers: Celebrate the distinctive and colorful traditions of Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead at The Old Globe! A festive opportunity to learn the history of this beautiful holiday, featuring live music performances, a new coLAB play in collaboration with our community of Casa Familiar, arts and crafts for kids, a puppet show, workshops, and more. Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Globe’s outdoor Copley Plaza in Balboa Park. This free, family-friendly event is a festive opportunity to learn the history of this beautiful holiday, featuring Aztec dance performances by Danza Azteca Kuauhkoalt, live music performances by Zhiely Monraz and guitarist Ricardo Arredondo, a puppet play by Gastón Morineau and Veronica Burgess, and our new CoLAB play written by Crystal Mercado and members of our community partners at Casa Familiar, directed by our very own Valeria Vega. We will also have a puppet parade and drum workshop led by The San Diego Guild of Puppetry and Drummers Without Borders, and the talented visual artist Natalie Gonzalez presenting her original art piece titled “Ojos de Dios” (Huichol “God’s Eyes”), will also lead a workshop for audience members to create their own piece to take home. Enjoy other amazing crafts, a guest food truck, and beverages at Lady Carolyn’s Pub. See you there! Hosted by Markuz Rodríguez and Laura Jiménez, and produced by Family and Cross-Cultural Programs Manager Valeria Vega. This event is free and open to all who want to attend. This is an all-ages event. The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

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