San Diego Dazzles in December

December in San Diego means lots of colorful parades, Christmas carols, fireworks, mild weather and lots of traditional holiday activities. Here are some of the interesting events which are sure to make your vacation in the city even more enjoyable.

Chula Vista Starlight Parade

On December 1, come to Chula Vista to witness the largest nighttime parade in South San Diego County. Chula Vista Starlight Parade creates a festive atmosphere as carolers, marching bands and colorful floats walk the parade on third Ave, between H and E Streets. And of course, there will be Santa Claus.

Before the parade begins, enjoy listening to the carolers singing Christmas songs with full fervor. In nearby Memorial Park, another event will also be taking place such as Mayor's Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Children Holiday Festival. If you are coming on a San Diego family vacation in December, do check out this beautiful parade where more than 5000 participants and revelers will be present.

Garden of Lights

In December, the picturesque San Diego Botanic Garden will turn into some winter wonderland as more than 100,000 glittering lights adorn the garden. The Garden of Lights at San Diego Botanic Garden will take place from 8th to 23rd December and 26 to 30 December, 2012.

Isn't it romantic, strolling through the quaint garden illuminated with lights and soft LIVE music filling the air? After the sun goes down, take your beloved to the San Diego Botanic Garden and spend a romantic evening. The best way to see the lower area of the illuminated garden is by going on a wagon ride.

On one night, there will be Peace on Earth Christmas Carolers, another night you can listen to Mariachis performing LIVE. Besides there will be Nutcracker exhibit where you can check out a good collection of more than 50 Nutcrackers. You can meet the Santa Claus, roast marshmallows in the lawn garden campfire, enjoy hot coffee and cocoa and have a great time with your family or your beloved.

Balboa Park December Nights

Bring your families and call your friends to Balboa Park December Nights and share true holiday joy. Balboa Park December Nights, the largest free community festival in San Diego, takes place on December 7-8, 2012 at Balboa Park, San Diego (CA).

The event allows you a free entry into different Balboa Park museums from 5-9 pm on both evenings. More than 300,000 footfalls are expected in the two-day event. Balboa Park December Nights promise a multicultural experience, great food, foot-tapping music and entertainment from different parts of the world.

Highlights of the event:

Enjoy musical and dance performancesTaste delicious and diverse food choicesInternational Christmas Festival at the House of Pacific Relations Cottages offering food from around the globeThe annual Santa Lucia Procession at the Plaza de CaliforniaGift shopping at the museum stores and with the artisans of Spanish VillageMusical and dance presentations from San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the San Diego Junior Theatre, and Del Cerro Baptist's Christmas Story Tree

With so much exciting things happening in the city in December, it is better to book your rooms in a good San Diego lodging in advance. Preferably from where you can conveniently travel to various venues. There are plenty of affordable San Diego budget hotels which offer tempting discounts in the last months of the year. Hence reserve your rooms in advance to avoid the heavy rush and get the maximum discounts.

David Miller is a well known author who writes extensively on upcoming events in San Diego and San Diego budget hotels which offer good facilities at affordable prices on San Diego vacation. His articles serve as informative guides to visitors who are on a San Diego family vacation and looking for a San Diego lodging to stay.