December Nights
· Balboa Park · San Diego
Family / kids

December Nights at the San Diego Museum of Art takes place Friday, December 4, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., with the museum open and free to the public during these hours as part of the free holiday festival in Balboa Park. Last entry is at 8:45 p.m. Food, drinks, umbrellas, mistletoe, oversized backpacks, and large bags must be checked at the tent outside the museum before entry, and pets are not allowed, except service animals. The event is family friendly and is also held on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., while MOPA@SDMA is closed both days.
Summary compiled from listings on Balboa Park and San Diego Museum of Art.
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