Holiday Open House & Art Market
Celebrate the holiday season with us at Grant Park! Join the San Diego River Park Foundation for a festive day filled with art, music, creativity, and holiday cheer.
The San Diego River Artists Alliance Holiday Art Market takes place from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM inside the River Studio! Shop for unique, handcrafted gifts, original artwork, and one-of-a-kind treasures perfect for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Enjoy live music, seasonal treats, and hands-on activities for the whole family!
Before the Open House:
- 9:00–10:00 AM | Linda Hawley’s Nature Adventures!
Join Linda for a special deer-themed nature class for kids. Registration is required! Register here. - 9:00–11:00 AM | Native Plant Garden
Join the Mission Valley Garden Club for drop-in gardening in our beautiful native plant garden.
During the Open House (11:00 AM–2:00 PM):
- Bird Walk at Grant Park with Cindy Pencek | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Join Cindy for a free guided bird walk and discover the variety of birds that call Grant Park and the San Diego River home. - San Diego River Artists Alliance Holiday Art Market | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Shop local artists and makers for unique, handmade holiday gifts inside the River Studio. - Holiday Wreath Making | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Create your own festive wreath with Art FORM! Suggested donation: $25. - Free yoga class | 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Enjoy yoga on the lawn with instructor Courtney Yezzi - Presentation: Caterpillar Chow Habitat Farms, Kenneth Abernathy – Conrad Prebys Stage | 12:00–1:00 PM
Discover the importance of native plants, milkweed, and pesticide-free gardening in creating healthy habitats for butterflies and other pollinators. - Ornament Making & Holiday Crafts
Get creative with fun, hands-on holiday activities. - Live Music
Enjoy festive music throughout the event. - Cookies & Cider
Treat yourself to some seasonal favorites (free while supplies last).
Whether you’re shopping for special gifts, making holiday decorations, enjoying the music, or simply soaking up the festive atmosphere, there’s something for everyone!
Come celebrate the season, support local artists, and share some holiday cheer with your community!