Carlsbad Santa Paws Fundraiser – Photos w/ Santa
By California Labradors, Retrievers and More
9550 Distribution Avenue
Dec 7 from 12pm to 4pm PST
Bring just your furry friend or the whole family for an adorable holiday photo w/ Santa! 100% of proceeds go directly to rescue dogs in need
Pet Photos with Santa: A Holiday Tradition!
The holiday season is here and what better way to celebrate than by capturing holiday memories with both your furry friends and family!? Labs and More’s annual Santa Paws Fundraiser is back! Come hang out at Fall Brewing (family friendly) and create lasting keepsakes with a beautiful photo by PicTails Pet Photography for your family, while supporting a great cause! While you are there make sure to check out the great items in our opportunity drawing; you won’t want to miss out on those! Please know that 100% of proceeds go towards helping dogs most in need find their happiness this holiday season and into the new year!
RSVP and pay today to save your spot!
10th Annual Unleash the Holiday Cheer
By Traci’s Paws, Inc.
2455 Cushing Road
Dec 7 from 11am to 3pm PST
FREE with Special Entertainment, Foam Party for kids, 1,000 Unwrapped Christmas gift for military/veteran families, Doggy Runway Show, MORE!
Join us for the 10th Annual Unleash the Holiday Cheer fundraiser and holiday festival, presented by The McBeth Foundation! This is our largest event of the year, a VERY special 10th year, and EVERYTHING is FREE!
This year’s theme is “A Winter Candy Land!”
JUST ANNOUNCED:
Brutus Broth will have a Pupaccino Station
Mattia & Yousif Law will have a Doggy Water Station
The Stronghold will have self-defense demonstrations
And….FUNGAL MIRAGE IS PERFORMING a FREE concert!
They are one of the coolest & talented local bands, and we are SO excited to have them perform for you LIVE at Unleash the Holiday Cheer!
Learn more about them on our Facebook page!
MILITARY AND VETERANS – PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU BRING ID for yourself AND your dependents to UTHC10 to receive the gifts and or vet care vouchers. We will NOT distribute donations without the following IDs, NO EXCEPTION:
- Military ID
- Dependent ID
- Veterans ID
- DD-214 and Driver’s License
- NGB Form 22
We are thrilled to offer more interactive entertainment and fun this year, starting with our pet costume contest, as a RUNWAY SHOW!
This year’s Pet Costume Contest is a RUNWAY SHOW, sponsored by Fenway’s Runway.
Categories are below. Ensure you order the correct ticket for the category you want to enter. Entries are limited this year!
Military Cheer
Holiday Snack
Best Dressed Rescue
Be sure to sign up soon, as we cannot accept entries at the event.
Be sure to come early to get the best choice of gifts and enjoy our NEW entertainment, like our Bubble Artist to participate in Bubble making and foam party, check out our many characters walking around to say hi and take photos with you and the kids at our multiple photo backdrops, which will make it very Instagrammable!
Santa will be here for pictures with your family including your pets, our Military Appreciation Gift Shop for our active-duty military and veteran families and their dependents to choose a gift, vouchers for FREE veterinary care for our military and veteran families, crafts, live entertainment and some extra special fun to be announced for the whole family this year to celebrate an entire decade of unleashing cheer for our community! STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO TO BE ADDED TO OUR EVENT AGENDA!
But some we’d like to keep a surprise!
Please RSVP NOW so you won’t miss the most charitable event of the year for families, pets, and our military community!
While this is an ALL free event, we hope you will consider donating to the Traci’s Paws Pet Food Fund or the Military Veterinary Care Sponsorship Fund when you arrive on Dec. 7th!
Societe Makers Market
By I Heart Indie Markets
8262 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
Dec 6 from 12pm to 5pm PST
Community. Art. A Good time. Shop the local arts and crafts community this holiday season at the Societe Makers Market!
Community. Art. A Good time. Shop local and help your local arts, crafts, and bakers community this season by coming to the Societe Makers Market!!!
Shop from a curated lineup of 25+ talented local makers and artists, find one-of-a-kind gifts for family, friends (or yourself!).
Perfect for holiday shopping
Support small businesses & independent creators
Family-friendly, pet-friendly
No MLM or direct sales—just handmade, original goods from real local makers
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/societe-makers-market-tickets-1805752697929?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Gaslamp Pet Parade & Pups in the Pub Party
Saturday, Dec. 13th, 2025 | 11 AM–4 PM | Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego
Get those ears perked and tails wagging!
The Gaslamp Pet Parade & Pups in the Pub Party returns to the historic Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego on Saturday, December 13, 2025 (11 AM – 4 PM).
Register your pet for just $30 and let them strut their stuff in San Diego’s most festive holiday pet parade — or enjoy the fun for FREE from a Gaslamp patio and soak in the holiday cheer.
All pets are welcome — dogs, cats, and every fur baby in between! Dress them in their holiday best and celebrate with marching bands, festive floats, eight holiday costume contest categories, and free photos with Santa, Rudolph, and Frosty.
North Park Winter Fair
Nov. 24
Sat Dec 13 12:00PM – 4:00PM
Artisan marketplace with 60+ vendors, seasonal eats & drinks, skating, a Santa photo station and holiday fun!
In between bites, shop locally and sustainably. Discover talented San Diego-Based artists and makers with unique, special and delicious gifts for everyone on your list. This special event will be happening in the Mini Park
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/north-park-winter-fair-tickets-1376811563449
Paws for Peace with Sarabeth Sulio
Sunday, December 14th, 2025
2176 Chatsworth Blvd #C, San Diego, CA, US, 92107
1 hour @ $37.00
Paws for Peace is a monthly sound healing ceremony for pets and their people. Gentle vibrations from bowls, chimes, and harp help calm nervous systems—both human and canine. Bring a blanket or bed for your pet. All well-behaved dogs welcome (on leash). Held in collaboration with The Dance Studio & SD Pet Boarding. Come as you are—leave harmonized.
https://royalhummingbird.as.me/schedule/d17826b6/?appointmentTypeIds[]=80711601
Jingle Bell Run
2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA, US, 92106
This dog friendly event will be held from 8:00 AM to TBD on December 14, 2025 at Liberty Station NTC Park in San Diego, CA, US. Admission is varied based on registration. The Arthritis Foundation’s race is the original festive race for charity with your pup. It’s where you can strut your stuff in your favorite holiday costume. Bring a team of friends, family, and co-workers to run or walk. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash.
https://events.arthritis.org/jbrsandiego
Tinsel & Tails: TAP’s Holiday Extravaganza
Date: Dec 19 2025
Time: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location: BRICK Liberty Station 2863 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106
Get ready for the biggest event of the year! Join us for TAP’s 5th Annual Tinsel & Tails Holiday Extravaganza, a festive celebration filled with holiday cheer, paws, and fun!
This family and dog-friendly event is free to enter and open to the public. Whether you’re looking for a fun outing with the family or just want to celebrate the season with your furry friends, this is the place to be!
Event Highlights:
* FREE Goodie bags valued at $100 for the first 50 attendees
* Pawliday Market featuring local vendors with gifts and treats for humans and pets including: Real Dog Box – PupLid – Puppy Picnic Co – Dog Devoted Vintage – Hera the Dog Vodka – Macarons en Fleur – Kiki’s Pawtique – Spread Pawzitivity – Poisonousme Caricatures, and more!
* Food Trucks offering delicious bites from Pacific Island Crave, Sabor Piri Piri, and Flippin’ Pizza.
* $5 Drinks to keep the holiday spirits flowing
* Exciting Raffle and Silent Auction with amazing prizes
* A Puppy Party for endless cuddles and cuteness
* Festive photos by FamOLAY Photobooth to capture your memories
* Music All Night with beats by DJ C-Riz
* Fun for ALL ages! Kids crafts, face painting, hair stylist, magician, and more!
* Click HERE to see highlights from last year’s party!
Mark your calendars and come celebrate with The Animal Pad. It’s a night of fun, festivities, and fundraising, all while supporting our mission to save dogs in need!
Thank you to our sponsors!
* Real Dog Box
* Wags & Ruffs
* GS-JJ
https://theanimalpad.org/events/tinsel-tails-holiday-extravaganza/
