30+ San Diego December Wellness Events
Holiday pop up markets, donation-based yoga classes, sound healings and many more San Diego December events to keep you active and well during this holiday season!
Photo Credit: Hotel Del Coronado
All Month Long
Ice / Glice Skating
Join in the festive winter spirit and give ice skating a try at these hot spots around San Diego:
- Hotel Del Coronado
- Fairmont Grand Del Mar
- Kroc Center Ice, Rolando
- Lakehouse, San Marcos
- Liberty Station, Point Loma
- San Diego Ice Arena, Mira Mesa
- UTC Ice Sports Center, La Jolla
- Viejas Outlet Center, Alpine
Friday, December 2
COM Alive: Ecstatic Dance + Workshop
COM Alive is a community celebration designed to ignite our mind-body-spirit growth. We collectively raise our vibration with a monthly series that includes: a mind-expanding talk from local thought leaders, an interactive workshop ranging from human connection to DJ lessons, an ecstatic dance celebration, and concludes with a sound healing for integration. This is a substance-free event and all are welcome.
Trilogy Sanctuary, La Jolla
Saturday, December 3
Ayurveda, Vedic Astrology + Managing Your Genetic Code
This lecture will discuss the major chronic diseases and show how such factors can be prevented based on knowledge of one family’s genetics and the astrological birth chart. Each person will get their accurate sidereal zodiac-based birth chart, and each person will have an opportunity to ask questions relative to their health issues or prevent genetic factors from becoming diseases.
The Soul of Yoga Institute, Rancho Santa Fe
FREE! Holiday Community Gathering + Bazaar
Free fitness classes all day, shopping from local vendors, adoptable puppies, treats + lots of fun!
Spirit Yoga + Barre Studios, PB
FREE! Seek, Sip + Shop Wellness Pop-Up
Take a moment to say ‘yes’ to your well-being, navigate the overwhelm + thrive during the holidays. Includes self-care, sweet bites, sips, speakers + a scavenger hunt!
Kendra Scott, Fashion Valley
Saturday, December 3 + Sunday, December 4
Makers Arcade Holiday Fair
Get your holiday shopping done early + support 100+ local businesses at San Diego’s largest handmade pop-up event!
Broadway Pier
Oceans of Love Retreat
Saturate your soul with well-being and practice alongside some of San Diego’s most experienced teachers and guides at this 2-day wellness retreat.
Get 10% off your ticket with code: FLOFRIENDS10
Del Mar
Sunday, December 4
All Ages Peace Hike
Enjoy mindfully hiking on the Deer Park Monastery’s beautiful land in Escondido to support the monks’ new residence. Hikes for all ages and levels of ability, enjoy refreshments + music and a vegetarian lunch.
Deer Park Monastery, Escondido
DIY Elderberry Syrup Workshop
Elderberry Syrup is the most popular herbal cold remedy and it’s delicious too! Try Elderberry Syrup. Learn how to make elderberry syrup. Meet an Elderberry tree!
Wild Willow Farm, Tijuana River Valley
Elements Men’s Fire Circle
Gather, share in a group challenge activity, discuss an empowering topic, and support other men in a safe container.
South Ponto Beach, Carlsbad
Tuesday, December 6
Holiday Healing Night
Enjoy mini healing sessions, live music, holiday cheer, libations and light bites benefitting Rady Children’s Hospital.
Ticket includes an Ear Seed from Acupuncturist, Dr. Alexa Woods and the first 25 guests will receive a custom flower essence from our Naturopathic Dr. Hannah Lollar (available for purchase after 1st 25 guests). Other activations include mini massages and discounted Vit B shots!
Four Moons Spa, Encinitas
Wednesday, December 7
Full Moon in Gemini
Many studios and centers are hosting special Full Moon events – check out our Events calendar to see what’s on.
Friday, December 9
FREE! Final Sacred Spirit Healers Market
The Healers Market is a place where you can come to connect, be supported, relax and replenish. A variety of healing modalities will be offered + local vendors in a tranquil setting.
Pier to Point Wellness, Point Loma
Rockette Workshop
Get into the holiday spirit with a jazz masterclass where you’ll learn the stylized precision jazz technique of the iconic Radio City Rockettes.
MBDY + be, Encinitas
Saturday, December 10
5th Annual Holiday Yoga Sculpt + Toy/Blanket Drive
Join Namaste Fitness for a donation-based yoga sculpt class – wear your ugly sweaters, bring a toy or blanket and after class stay for yummy holiday bites, sweet treats + warm drinks.
In front of Lululemon, Otay Ranch
Conscious Men’s Circle
Jay from Mindfulness Veterans & the house of light with Tony from Great Divine Flow Yoga, will lead this powerful gathering of men.
The purpose of this monthly gathering is to expand the consciousness and integrity of men, both individually and collectively, in service to all beings and to our planet. The event welcomes men interested in personal growth, conscious self-development, and leadership.
Vista
Mom’s Sacred Circle
Take the opportunity to connect, dissolving the idea that you are alone while giving you the tools to support your growth and become aware of your needs. Includes small bites + drinks, inner child work, alignment q + a, and onsite child care if needed.
Reach Yoga, PB
Winter Healing Market
A mindful space to give to yourself and loved ones through healing sessions and local hand-made gifts.
Sojourn Healing Collective, Golden Hill
Sunday, December 11
Men’s Yoga Gathering + Circle
Take time to unplug from a virtual world and connect in-person with mindful men on paths to better themselves, love others and give back to this planet.
Trilogy Sanctuary, La Jolla
Reset + Rejuvenate: Sound Bath + Harp Experience
Take some time to nourish our nervous systems, so we can connect back to ourselves, friends, family and community during this festive time of year.
Nicole and Chiara will have you floating to another dimension with crystal quartz singing bowls, thunder and wave drums, chimes, and a magical harp!
Yoga One, Mission Hills
Restorative Yoga: Rest + Relax
In this restorative workshop, we will emphasize conscious deep relaxation in each pose. We will deliberately slow down and use the breath to reduce stress and take an internal retreat.
Pilgrimage of the Heart Yoga, Normal Heights
Monday, December 12
Cookies + Conscious Connection
Reconnect to a light & playful side of ourselves before any stress of the holidays! You’ll connect with a whimsical inner child visualization followed by fun + creative cookie decorating.
Maya Moon Collective, Normal Heights
Wednesday, December 14
2023 Vision Board Party
Set your goals and intentions for 2023, visualize them with your own board, and start implementing them with visualization meditation.
Scripps Ranch
Sunday, December 18
FREE! Feeding Daygo’s 4th Annual Mutual Aid Mall
Free clothing, toys, hygiene supplies + more for our local community. Give $$ or donations now until December 17 to support this event.
Queen Bee’s Art + Cultural Center, San Diego
Holiday Market + Cosmic Sound Journey
Hosted at a private residence in Encinitas, you’ll have the opportunity to browse a wonderful selection of items for sale and experience live painting, readings and mini healing sessions. There will also be raffles for an exciting array of items and services.
Plus, a cosmic sound journey with a range of instruments designed to soothe your soul and recalibrate your nervous system.
Encinitas
Holiday Vegan Market
Browse a lineup of talented vegan-friendly vendors who will be providing an assortment of perfect holiday gifts and event treats.
Mujeres Brew House, Logan Heights
Vegan Holiday Handout
Grab a bag and catch a vibe! 100 bags filled with VEGAN goodies to spoil your stomach with PLUS music, art, vendors, resources, and a #FreedomFundraiser plus a pay what you can Kwanzaa themed photoshoot.
MLK Jr. Recreation Center + Park
Wednesday, December 21
108 Sun Salutations for the Winter Solstice
Celebrate the winter solstice through 108 Sun salutation “A”s, a traditional practice for equinoxes and solstices that challenges the body and helps quiet the mind. Modifications and breaks are very welcome. The practice will be followed by a long savasana with live music.
The Soul of Yoga, Encinitas
Sacred Sister Circle: Solstice Celebration
As we consciously link our awareness to nature’s cycles, our understanding of our own personal growth cycles begin to deepen. During this circle we will lean into what the energy of the Winter Solstice means to us and how we can utilize this energy for growth and personal transformation.
Lavande, Bird Rock
Winter Solstice Sound Healing
Start with powerful breath-work and meditation, leading into a transformative healing journey with Crystal Quartz Chakra Singing Bowls, chimes, and other sound instruments.
Alila Marea Beach Resort, Encinitas
Friday, December 23
New Moon in Sagittarius
Check out our Events page to find a new moon celebration nearest you.
Wednesday, December 28
New Year’s Intention Setting Retreat
A one-day yoga retreat filled with movement, rest, nourishment, workshops, and intention-setting.
Encinitas
Looking for More Things To Do?
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