Holiday in the Village
Visitors can browse over one hundred vendors offering art, home decor, handcrafted items, jewelry, clothing, and food alongside downtown dining spots. Event activations include an ice-skating rink, mini golf, a Winter Wonderland, and Santa and Mrs. Claus nooks. Children can also take part in a dedicated shopping program and search for hidden elves across local storefronts.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Event: 12 - 9 pm. Kids Shopping Program: 12 - 9 pm. Elf Scavenger Hunt: 12:15 - 7:45 pm.
Neighborhood
Downtown La Mesa
Food & Drink
Event vendors offer food, and nearby downtown restaurants, cafes, and bars serve food and drinks.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Check in at the Information Booth before starting the Elf Scavenger Hunt, because that's where participants get the instructions.
- Use the event map to locate Kids Shopping Program vendors marked with an asterisk, rather than searching every booth.
- Children 10 and younger can use the Kids Shopping Program at 50-plus vendors, so review the marked options together.
- The elf hunt runs from 12:15 to 7:45 pm, so allow time to search for all 12 hidden elves.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for browsing vendors and storefronts along the downtown boulevard, since the event spans several blocks.
Special Events & Promotions
- Find all 12 hidden elves and enter for a chance to win an elf.
- This year’s event features enhanced holiday traditions alongside annual favorites.
Links & Contact
Run by La Mesa Village Association
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kids Shopping Program suitable for young children?
It is for children aged 10 and younger, with participating vendors offering items for their holiday shopping lists.
How do children take part in the Elf Scavenger Hunt?
Check in at the Information Booth for instructions, then look for the 12 hidden elves in storefronts along La Mesa Boulevard.
What kinds of things can visitors shop for?
More than 100 vendors offer art, home decor, handcrafted items, jewelry, clothing, and food; downtown small businesses also have holiday shopping.
Where can visitors find food and drinks?
Downtown restaurants, cafes, and bars offer food and drinks.
Can businesses or makers participate as vendors?
Vendor approval applications are available for arts and crafts makers, specialty retailers, and food vendors.
Browse Christmas in La Mesa
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