Holiday Open House & Art Market

Join Linda (Ed.M) for a special deer-themed nature class for kids. Registration is required! Register here.

9:00–11:00 AM | Native Plant Garden Join the Mission Valley Garden Club for drop-in gardening in our beautiful native plant garden. Registration is required! Register here.

During the Open House (11:00 AM–2:00 PM): Bird Walk at Grant Park with Cindy Pencek | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM Join Cindy for a free guided bird walk and discover the incredible variety of birds that call Grant Park and the San Diego River home. San Diego River Artists Alliance Holiday Art Market | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM Shop local artists and makers for unique, handmade holiday gifts inside the River Studio. Part of the proceeds is donated to the San Diego River Park Foundation!

Holiday Wreath Making | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM Create your own festive wreath with Art FORM! Suggested donation: $25. Free yoga class | 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Enjoy yoga on the lawn with instructor Courtney Yezzi Presentation: Caterpillar Chow Habitat Farms, Kenneth Abernathy – Conrad Prebys Stage | 12:00–1:00 PM Discover the importance of native plants, milkweed, and pesticide-free gardening in creating healthy habitats for butterflies and other pollinators.

Ornament Making & Holiday Crafts Get creative with fun, hands-on holiday activities. Live Music Enjoy festive music throughout the event. Cookies & Cider Treat yourself to some seasonal favorites (free while supplies last).

Whether you’re shopping for sustainable gifts, making holiday decorations, enjoying the music, or simply soaking up the festive atmosphere, there’s something for everyone! Come celebrate the season, support local artists and the river, and share some holiday cheer with your community!