Holiday Hotel Deals
Omni San Diego Hotel (5675 L Street)
Spoil your family this holiday season without breaking the bank. The four-star Omni Hotel is offering the “Family Slumber Party Package” from now until Dec. 30th featuring two nights for just $499. Additionally, enjoy the “Half-Price for the Holidays Package,” beginning Nov. 20th until Jan. 4, 2009, offering rooms for $159, more than 50 percent off!
Visit Omni San Diego Hotel or call 1-800-THE-OMNI.
San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina (333 West Harbor)
Escape the holiday stress by booking the “Stay and Play Weekends with a $50 Credit.” This package includes rates from $199 - $235, valid now until Dec. 31st, code: DC3. When traveling with the family, check out the “Escape to San Diego and Enjoy Special Theme Park Packages” valid now until Jan. 9, 2009 with rates from $272-$302.
Visit Marriott Marina or call 1-800-228-9290.
To view additional hotels and special offers please visit
GO’s hotel reservation page!
Spend Thanksgiving Downtown
Looking for a delicious and memorable Thanksgiving dinner without the hassle of cooking or clean up? GO has the perfect list and below are just a few to wet your appetite!
- Hornblower Thanksgiving Day Buffet Dinner Cruise - November 27th, departs at 3:30 p.m.
- THE US GRANT & Grant Grill - Traditional holiday brunch buffet - November 27th, 12-3 p.m.
- The Prado at Balboa Park – Three-course menu with champagne - November 27th, 3-8 p.m.
Ring in the New Year, Downtown Style
Celebrate New Years Eve, Wednesday, December 31st at one of GO’s top picks!
- Make your New Year’s Eve toast aboard the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier at the New Year’s Eve Gala from 8 p.m. until 1 a.m., featuring elegant dinner stations, an open bar and Big Daddy Orchestra. Tickets are $159 per person or tables are available for purchase for parties of ten. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to the ongoing restoration and preservation of the USS Midway.
- Celebrate the New Year with laughs and giggles at the National Comedy Theatre’s New Year’s Eve Spectacular. This event is appropriate for all audiences, so buy your tickets now and enjoy some New Year’s Eve humor, catered food and an after-show party with the cast! Tickets are $69 per person and starts at 9:30 p.m.
NCAA Bowl Season
Upcoming college bowl season is right around the corner so check back to GO’s site for Downtown’s updated events and activities. Mark your calendars, teams still TBD!
2008 San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl
- The Poinsettia Bowl kicks off at 5 p.m., Tuesday, December 23rd at Qualcomm Stadium. Tickets are on sale now for $28 to $50 and can be purchased at the bowl’s ticket office at Qualcomm Stadium – Gate A, by calling (619) 283-5808 or visiting the Web site.
2008 Pacific Life Holiday Bowl
- Buy your tickets now for the 31st Annual Pacific Life Holiday Bowl. Game day will kick off on Tuesday, December 30th at 5 p.m. and will be held at Qualcomm Stadium. Ticket prices range from $60 to $75 and can be purchased at the bowl’s ticket office at Qualcomm Stadium – Gate A, by calling (619) 283-5808 or visiting the Web site.
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Fun and Affordable
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December Nights at Balboa Park - FREE
Friday, Dec. 5th
(5 p.m. to 10 p.m.)
Saturday, Dec. 6th
(from noon until 10 p.m.)
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The Nutcracker Ballet at Balboa Park – $10 & $15
Dec. 7th, at 1 p.m.
Dec. 12th, at 7 p.m.
Dec. 13th, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Dec. 14th, at 1 p.m. |
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Gaslamp’s Blue Christmas music festival – $20
Thursday, Dec. 11th at 7 p.m.
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Gaslamp Pet Parade - $10 per owner/pet duo
Sunday, Dec. 14th at 3 p.m.
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Port of San Diego Big Bay Balloon Parade
$15
before Dec. 14th and then
$20
Monday, Dec. 29th at 9 a.m. |
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Visit GO’s event calendar for a complete list of Downtown San Diego events!
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News and Announcements
Lamplighter Awards
The Gaslamp Quarter Association honored the best of Downtown at the 14th Annual Lamplighter Awards. Check out the fill list of award winners here. |
PRSA International Conference
San DieGO Downtown will serve as the official travel partner for the annual public relations event, November 7-10, 2009. View more information here. |
Looking for new Downtown tips?! View GO’s picks for Happening Happy Hours and Let’s GO Shopping! |
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