Spirit of Christmas
Visitors can experience an old-fashioned hometown celebration featuring holiday shopping from local clubs and vendors, craft booths, and kids' activities. Entertainment includes local youth performances, a community tree lighting ceremony, and the arrival of Santa. Guests can also enjoy festive treats, snap photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and drop letters into the North Pole mailbox.
What to Expect
Hometown celebration featuring a tree lighting and Santa's arrival.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Lakeside Chamber of Commerce
Food & Drink
The event lists delectable foods and treats; food-vendor registration is full.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Old-fashioned and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 3:00pm – Shopping, children's activities and delicious treats; 5:00pm – Community Tree Lighting Ceremony and Santa Arrival.
Tips & Advice
- Bring the kids' letters to Santa so they can drop them in the Mailbox for the North Pole.
- Plan to be near the Historical Society for the tree lighting so the kids can see Santa arrive.
- Vendors should bring their own extension cord, surge protector and lighting, plus battery lights for breakdown, because electricity isn't guaranteed once the event ends.
- Booth holders who want to give out or sell any food or drink need a San Diego County Mobile Health Permit, with forms due to the Chamber by November 16.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the event for?
Everyone. It's an old-fashioned hometown celebration for all ages, with a special focus on giving Lakeside kids a fun time.
What is there to do?
You can shop holiday gifts from local clubs and vendors and visit kids' activity and craft booths. There are local youth performances, a community tree lighting and a North Pole mailbox for letters to Santa.
Can the kids see Santa?
Yes. Santa arrives with the community tree lighting, and there are photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
How can my club or business take part?
Register online for a booth of about 10 by 10 feet. The Christmas Committee must approve your application, and every booth is asked to offer a kids' activity, craft or other fun attraction. Food vendor spots are full.
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