\u2014 Abby Hamblin<\/p>\n
\u201cA Decade of Pop Prints and Multiples, 1962-1972: The Frank Mitzel Collection\u201d: With this exhibition, the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego celebrates the recent gift of Mitzel\u2019s collection of more than 60 pop art prints assembled over 30-plus years from the U.S., England and Europe. Opens Thursday and runs through May 25. MCASD, 700 Prospect St., La Jolla. 858-454-3541, mcasd.org<\/p>\n
\u2014 Pam Kragen<\/p>\n
Friday<\/p>\n
Santee holiday tree lighting: Santee is leading the way with a tree lighting at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. Also at this community event, there will be photos with Santa, seasonal snacks, sledding and live music. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday. Santee Trolley Square, 9884 Mission Gorge Road. Free.\u00a0cityofsanteeca.gov\/calendar\/events\/santee-holiday-lighting\/45982<\/a><\/p>\n House for the Holidays: For such a boozy season, here\u2019s an option that\u2019s free of alcohol. Mocktail & Mingle will host a mixer with music from DJ Mr. Chuck. There will be two new mocktails on the menu and tickets come with one free drink. 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. Spill the Beans, 980 Garnet Ave., San Diego. $23.18. eventbrite.com\/e\/house-for-the-holidays-tickets-1957081315899<\/a><\/p>\n Vienna Boys Choir presents \u201cChristmas in Vienna\u201d: San Diego Symphony presents this Austrian youth choral group on its annual holiday tour. 8 p.m. today, Jacobs Music Center, 750 B St., downtown. $39-$94. 619-235-0804, sandiegosymphony.org<\/a><\/p>\n \u201c\u00a1C\u00f3mo el Grinch rob\u00f3 la Navidad!\u201d: The Old Globe will present a concert presentation of this world premiere Spanish-language translation of its annual production of \u201cDr. Seuss\u2019s How the Grinch Stole Christmas\u201d musical featuring Spanish-speaking actors and a full orchestra. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The Old Globe, 1363 Old Globe Way, Balboa Park, San Diego. $28-$34. 619-234-5623.\u00a0theoldglobe.org<\/a><\/p>\n Saturday<\/p>\n Yo Ho Ho-liday Tavern: One of the most unique holiday pop-up bars this year takes visitors to the high seas. LandShark Bar & Grill is hosting a pirate-themed experience with food specials, nautical holiday decor and special cocktails. In addition, expect live appearances from pirates on Saturdays in December from 7 to 9 p.m. and live music Wednesday to Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. Open daily from 11 a.m. to close.\u00a0Nov. 22 to Dec. 31. LandShark Bar & Grill, Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, 435 6th Ave., San Diego. Free. margaritavilleresorts.com\/margaritaville-hotel-san-diego\/live-entertainment\/holiday-happenings<\/a><\/p>\n Ilan-Lael Foundation Art & Peace Picnic: James Hubbell\u2019s peace through art foundation will host a potluck picnic event with free interactive art-making stations at Pearl of the Pacific park on Shelter Island. Participants are encouraged to bring a dish inspired by the diverse countries around the Pacific Rim. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. West end of Shelter Island Drive, San Diego. Register at ilanlaelfoundation.org\/stories\/picnic<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cThe Waverly Gallery\u201d: Backyard Renaissance Theatre presents Kenneth Lonergan\u2019s play about an aging art gallery owner who is losing her memories in the early stages of Alzheimer\u2019s disease. Opens Saturday and runs through Dec. 6. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays. Backyard Renaissance Theatre at the Tenth Avenue Arts Center, 930 Tenth Ave., downtown. $15-$50. 760-975-7189, backyardrenaissance.com<\/a><\/p>\n Artist Nick Cave presentation:\u00a0San Diego Museum of Art presents this American contemporary artist discussing his body of work, including sculpture, performance art and video, in a conversational interview. His sculpture \u201cRescue\u201d is now on display at the museum. 4 p.m. Saturday. Copley Auditorium, SDMA, 1450 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego. $25-$35. sdmart.org<\/a><\/p>\n 2025\/26 Allied Artist Biennial: Oceanside Museum of Art presents its annual juried exhibition of works by 53 Southern California artists. Opens Saturday and runs through March 8. 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside. 760-435-3720, oma-online.org<\/a><\/p>\n Sunday<\/p>\n Encinitas Holiday Street Fair: Locals can get ahead on holiday shopping at this street fair for all ages. Expect more than 450 vendors selling unique gifts, handmade crafts and other merchandise, as well as live music and performances across three stages. From noon to 5 p.m., shoppers can take a break at a beer garden.\u00a09 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 101 North Coast Highway, Encinitas. Free. encinitas101.com\/events\/encinitas-holiday-street-fair-2025<\/a><\/p>\n Jewels of the Season:\u00a0The annual exhibit of a unique collection of handcrafted ornaments by San Diego artists Florence Hord and Elizabeth Schlappi returns in Balboa Park. More than 1,000 ornaments are on display on a Christmas tree encircled by an antique train from the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. Timken Museum of Art, 1500 El Prado, San Diego.\u00a0619-239-5548<\/a>,\u00a0timkenmuseum.org\/news\/timken-museum-of-art-presents-jewels-of-the-season-a-dazzling-celebration-of-art-imagination-and-seasonal-splendor<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Hausmann Quartet presents \u201cFolk Songs\u201d:\u00a0The quartet concludes its 2025 season with a performance of Bela Bartok\u2019s Fifth Quartet aboard the Maritime Museum of San Diego\u2019s 1898 steam ferryboat Berkeley. 2:30 p.m. Sunday. 1492 N. Harbor Drive, downtown. $10-$60. 619-432-2314, sdmaritime.org\/visit\/special-events\/concert-series<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cA Nostalgic Night with\u00a0Macaulay\u00a0Culkin\u201c:\u00a0The now-grown-up star of the beloved 1990 Christmas movie \u201cHome Alone,\u201d\u00a0Macaulay\u00a0Culkin, will be the featured guest at a 35th anniversary screening of the John Hughes film, followed by an onstage Q&A where he will take a deep dive into his experiences of making of the heartwarming comedy.\u00a07:30 p.m. Tuesday. 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Macauley Culkin talks to the audience at \u201cA Nostalgic Night with Macaulay Culkin\u201d in Buffalo, N.Y. His tour, where he answers questions about his beloved Christmas film \u201cHome Alone,\u201d which is also screened, will play Tuesday at the San Diego Civic Theatre. (Sheas PAC, Buffalo, NY)
\nTuesday<\/p>\n