Holiday Events at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Fireside Nights, Festive Feasts, and Joyful Celebrations for All

Experience the magic of the holidays in coastal luxury. From fireside movie nights and gourmet treats to festive feasts and sparkling celebrations, every moment is designed to delight. Gather for Thanksgiving, savor Christmas brunch and dinner, and ring in the New Year with elegance and joy under twinkling lights.

Holiday Dining Experiences

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet

Join us at Marina Kitchen & Bar for a special Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet! Savor traditional and gourmet favorites or indulge in seafood delights and decadent desserts. This is the perfect opportunity to gather with loved ones and give thanks over delicious food and great company!

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Christmas Eve Dining Specials

Join us at Marina Kitchen & Bar for an elegant Christmas Eve dining experience. Delight in festive flavors from seasonal starters to gourmet entrées, crafted to make your holiday memorable. Gather with loved ones and celebrate the magic of the season over exceptional cuisine and warm company!

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Christmas Dinner Buffet

Celebrate Christmas Day at Marina Kitchen & Bar with a lavish dinner buffet. Enjoy an array of holiday favorites, from savory mains to decadent sweets, plus fresh seafood selections. Make this Christmas unforgettable as you share delicious food and joyful moments with family and friends!

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Sleigh Bell Social

On December 19 & 20, downtown San Diego's largest pool deck transforms into a coastal winter wonderland for our annual Sleigh Bell Social. Sip hot cocoa, decorate cookies, visit the donut bar, and enjoy holiday movies under the stars. From igloo dining to engaging with festive characters like Santa and Buddy the Elf, it’s a joyful celebration for guests of all ages.

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New Year’s Eve

Ring in the New Year at Marina Kitchen & Bar with an unforgettable dining experience. Savor chef-inspired specials featuring seasonal flavors and gourmet entrées, perfectly crafted for a night of celebration. Gather with friends and toast to new beginnings over exceptional cuisine and festive cheer!

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New Year’s Day

Start the year in style with a lavish New Year’s Day Brunch at Marina Kitchen & Bar. Enjoy an indulgent spread of breakfast favorites, fresh seafood, carving stations, and decadent desserts. Make the first day of the year memorable with delicious food and great company!

Holiday Savings

Holiday Packages

Parking Is on Us

Enjoy complimentary self-parking while you take in the sights. Set in the heart and waterfront of San Diego's bay, our location is just minutes away from iconic attractions such as Seaport Village, the Gaslamp District and Balboa Park. With so much to do and see, stay longer to experience it all.

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Save on 5+ Nights

Plan an unforgettable holiday escape to Southern California with the ones you love. Bask in San Diego’s coastal beauty, explore iconic destinations like Carlsbad, Legoland, and more. Create lasting memories together. Enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and seasonal savings.

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Stay, Dine, and Play with Daily Resort Credit

Book your next getaway at our vibrant hotel and receive up to $100 per night hotel credit to enjoy at our award-winning dining outlets or on-property activites like Topgolf Swing Suites. You can also apply the credit towards parking or the daily destination amenity fee

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Holiday Dining

Holiday Dining at Marina Kitchen

Celebrate the season with unforgettable holiday dining at Marina Kitchen, our award-winning signature restaurant. Crafted by Chef Rafa Corniel, each experience—from festive buffet gatherings on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, to elegant prix-fixe menus on Christmas and New Year’s Eve—is designed to bring loved ones together over exceptional cuisine and coastal charm.

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Explore Everything San Diego Has To Offer This Holiday Season.

San Diego’s world-class attractions come alive with holiday cheer, transforming the city into dazzling displays of lights, music, and seasonal magic. From festive shows to appearances by Santa, San Diego offers unforgettable experiences for all ages.

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Jungle Bells at San Diego Zoo

Familiar holiday traditions take on a wild twist at the San Diego Zoo's Jungle Bells celebration! The Zoo will be aglow with holiday lights and decorations, while joyful entertainers roam and music fills the air. During Jungle Bells festivities, the Zoo lights up the night until closing at 8 p.m. Bring the whole family and enjoy the warmth of the holidays during this joyous annual celebration.

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USS Midway's Jingle Jets

Experience USS Midway Museum’s Jingle Jets event where visitors can explore a holiday-themed adventure throughout the ship’s flight deck, hangar deck and 2nd deck. Step into a holiday playground filled with spectacular holiday lights and displays, holiday decorations, Christmas trees, festive performances and a Santa Claus meet & greet. This dazzling spectacle will leave the whole family in awe!

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Holiday Dining with Flagship Cruises

Celebrate on the San Diego Bay with a Flagship holiday cruise! Enjoy specially prepared holiday menus on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Throughout December, Flagship’s fleet of yachts set the stage for unforgettable holiday celebrations filled with twinkling lights and elegant decor. Step aboard a Flagship yacht to experience the 55th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights on Decmber 14 and December 21.

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Old Town Trolley: Holiday Sights and Festive

Experience "America’s Finest City" this holiday season and hop aboard the Old Town Trolley to see the festive holiday sights of Old Town, Little Italy, Banker’s Hill and more! Join in sing-along caroling with our Elf conductors as they share fun holiday facts, trivia, history and traditions. From the colorful candy canes to the uplifting holiday music, the Christmas spirit is alive and well on this adventure.

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SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration

SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration is a holiday waiting to be made! See dazzling new Christmas shows or meet Santa and Rudolph. Find photo-perfect moments across acres of beautiful decorations, including the magnificent 320-foot SkyTower sparkling with Christmas lights, a music-activated tunnel of lights and live reindeer. All the while, savor delicious candy-topped hot chocolate and other treats for all ages.

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Holidays at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

See the Safari Park in a whole new light during Wild Holidays! Take a holiday expedition of light and travel through places that glow and twinkle with holiday cheer. Holiday tunes set the mood and seasonal bites tempt you throughout your journey. From musical entertainment, festive storytelling and holiday decor, there is family fun that gets everyone in the spirit of the season!

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Holiday Events at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina