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Tuesday, Dec 1

Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden

5:00 to 9:00 PM on select dates
San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas

A mile-long illuminated trail with more than 20 new light installations, plus live music, seasonal food and holiday cocktails. Open select dates, mostly Thursday to Su...

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Family Art Adventures

10:30 AM
The San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego

Guided indoor museum tours for young children and their parents.

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Year-round favorites

Good any week of the year
∞ Any week

Gaslamp Artisan Market

Every Saturday and Sunday
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Local eateries, boutique shopping and waterfront dining.

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San Diego Farmers Markets

Every week
Various locations, San Diego

Fresh produce, flowers and goods at markets across San Diego County.

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