El Cajon Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in El Cajon and surrounding areas
El Cajon lights up Christmas 2025 with Christmas lights and festive activities around Main Street and Wells Park, where Holiday Lights on Main and Winter Wonderland at Wells Park offer family fun and seasonal entertainment. The German American Societies Christmas Market adds markets and cultural performances, while neighborhoods sparkle with coordinated light displays. From tree lightings to holiday parades and hands‑on activities for kids, El Cajon delivers plenty of things to do and warm community celebrations for the season.
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Christmas Lights
25 eventsLEGO-themed holiday celebration with characters and fireworks
Christmas Markets
22 eventsOver 100 artisan vendors in a festive holiday market.
Christmas Shows
7 events20th anniversary of traditional Irish holiday performance
Christmas Parties
7 eventsTwo-day New Year's electronic music festival at Petco Park
Other Christmas Activities
38 eventsAnnual Christmas boat parade of lights on Mission Bay
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LEGO-themed holiday celebration with characters and fireworks
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Two-day New Year's electronic music festival at Petco Park
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Balboa Park December Nights
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San Diego's largest free holiday festival in Balboa Park.
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Holiday Market and Trail at Petco Park
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Over 100 artisan vendors in a festive holiday market.
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SeaWorld San Diego Christmas Celebration
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One Million Lights Meet Ocean Delights
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El Cajon Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events include the Holiday Lights in Downtown El Cajon and the Annual Christmas Celebration at Speer Hangars. These events feature festive activities, markets, and community gatherings.
El Cajon celebrates with community-focused events like the Toys for Joy outreach, which combines gift giving with gospel sharing, and the Holiday Lights event featuring a special tree lighting ceremony led by the mayor.
Neighborhoods near downtown El Cajon and some residential areas known for their festive spirit are popular for Christmas lights. These neighborhood displays offer charming and walkable light experiences.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors are often found at the Holiday Lights event downtown and at various community centers and fairs near El Cajon throughout the holiday season.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the Holiday Lights event downtown, and exploring local markets with no admission fees. These offer festive fun without a high cost.
Family-friendly options include the Holiday Lights event with Santa photos and a trackless train ride, the Annual Christmas Celebration, and markets featuring kids’ crafts and live entertainment.