The Best Fall & Thanksgiving Events in San Diego 2025

The Best Fall & Thanksgiving Events in San Diego 2025

1. Thanksgiving Day 5K – Father Joe’s Villages (Balboa Park)

Join the 24th annual Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025 in Balboa Park. Families, friends, and community members walk or run to support a great cause—raising funds to help people experiencing homelessness. Start time is 7:15 a.m. Father Joe's 5K+1

2. Thanksgiving Lunch Cruise on San Diego Bay

Trade the kitchen chaos for a scenic cruise! On Thanksgiving day enjoy a two-hour yacht lunch cruise with a chef-prepared traditional Thanksgiving meal, live music, and panoramic views of the bay. San Diego+1

3. Thanksgiving Dining at Hotel del Coronado

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Experience an upscale Thanksgiving buffet with all the trimmings at the historic Hotel del Coronado in their Crown Room or Ocean Ballroom. A special outing for the entire family. Hotel del Coronado

4. Fall Family Activities & Craft Fun

From pumpkin patches to fall craft workshops, San Diego offers plenty of seasonal fun for families. For example, you’ll find harvest-themed activities at local discovery centers and maker workshops for kids. San Diego Family+1

5. Del Mar Fall Racing Season & Seasonal Events

Going beyond Thanksgiving—keep the autumn momentum going with the Del Mar Fall Racing Season (through November), as well as early winter holiday events at venues like Belmont Park. San Diego


Why This Matters for San Diego Families

San Diego is more than a place to live—it’s a lifestyle. When you choose a home here, you’re choosing access to year-round sunshine, community connections, and local events your whole family can enjoy. Fall and Thanksgiving bring opportunities to build memories, explore new neighborhoods, and connect with locals.
Whether you’re new to the area or looking to move closer to where the action is, these events highlight what makes San Diego so special.


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