2026 Special Events Schedule
Summer Sundays
Hot Bands, Cool Cars and Family Fun
Sunday, June 14, thru Sunday, July 19
5-7 PM
And It’s All Free!
Summer Sundays kicks off on June 14 and continues thru July 19. Catch a different beat and cruise a different car club every week. Then enjoy food & product samples from Village Walk businesses and fun activities for the kids including free craft activities, balloon sculptures and temporary glitter tattoos. Plus, shopping and dining at the hottest spot in EastLake!
2026 Summer Sundays Schedule
5-7 pm
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Date
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Band
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Car Club
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Kids’ Craft Activity*
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| June 14 | Steal Dawn | BMW CCA San Diego Chapter | Wood Treasure Box |
| June 21 | The New Catillacs | Classics Car Club of San Diego | Hammer-Shaped Bookmark for Dad |
| June 28 | Lady J & Soulful Knights | Model A Restorer’s Club | Small Book Bag |
| July 5 | Breez’n | San Diego Air Cooled Car Club | Small Wind Chime |
| July 12 | 3 CAR GARAGE | Corvette Owner’s Club | Round Wooden Door Sign |
| July 19 | The Joe Rathburn Band | Porsche Club of America – San Diego | Zoo Animal Mask |
*While supplies last. Note—Events are subject to change and may be impacted by weather conditions.
Dazzling Holiday Light Show & Snowfall
Premieres Sunday, November 29 at 6 & 7 pm & Continues
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday thru December 20
Village Walk at EastLake invites the public to a free holiday event in San Diego County! The light show, featuring falling snow, choreographed music and dancing lights, kicks off this year on Sunday, November 29, at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. This family-friendly event continues at the same time every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through December 20. Be sure to bring the kids as they will receive free Magic Glasses for viewing the light show and snowfall in assorted colors.
Prior to the 6pm light show and snowfall kickoff, a musical performance will be held.
The first show will begin at 5:30pm and the second show will take place after the 6pm light show and snowfall.
Santa Arrives on the Holiday Express Train—Enjoy Free Train Rides, Free Santa Photos & a Free Craft Activity
Saturday, December 5
12-3 pm
- Free visits with Santa in his sleigh—use your camera or mobile device to capture a photo of your child with Santa.
- Free rides on the Holiday Express Train
- Free holiday craft for children ages 12 and younger
- Free holiday activity books available from Santa’s elf
Life-Size Photo Frame & Frosty
Sunday, December 6 from 4-6 pm
Looking for a unique photo for your holiday cards and social media posts? Stop by our Life-Size Photo Frame and meet our costumed character Frosty. Our professional photographers will use your camera or mobile device to take free photos of you with your friends and family members. Then stay for the dazzling holiday light show & snowfall—two 15-minute shows at 6 & 7 pm.
Holiday Arch for Picture Taking
Available Throughout the Holiday Season
Our holiday arch is the perfect backdrop for photos with family and friends.
You’ll find it at the entrance to the bridge next to the Koi Pond.
Festive Community Caroling
Local community choral groups will stroll throughout the center stopping inside or in front of Village Walk businesses between the 6 & 7 p.m. light shows singing holiday carols.