Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden
You'll follow a mile-long illuminated trail in its fifth season, past 20+ new installations from artists around the world.
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Christmas Lights 2026 in San Diego & Imperial
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Wild Holidays at the Safari Park
You can cross the Bridge of Lights and wander the Forest of Color and Lights of Baja, with Light Up the Holidays shows on the hour.
WHO Everyone
WhenNov 28–29, Dec 18–23 & Dec 26, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 · lights 5–8 p.m.
WhereSan Diego Zoo Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA
CostIncluded with Safari Park admission
Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo
The zoo stays open after dark, so you can walk Tiger Trail and Lost Forest under the glow of Holiday Light Discovery.
WHO Everyone
WhenDec 19, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 (closed Dec 24) · Holiday Light Discovery 5–8 p.m.
WhereSan Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA
CostIncluded with Zoo admission
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