2025 Special Events Schedule
Free Treats on Halloween
Friday, October 31 from 3-5 pm
Free treats for children 12 and under, dressed in costume, and with an adult. Bring a treat bag to collect your goodies. Then stop by the participating businesses displaying a bright orange pumpkin in their windows.
No treat bag? No problem. Pick up a free treat bag at the Halloween table near Mission Federal. And parents can pick up a free coupon booklet filled with special offers from Village Walk businesses.
Dazzling Holiday Light Show & Snowfall
Premieres Sunday, November 30 at 6 & 7 pm & Continues
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday thru December 21
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, December 1 at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. This family-friendly event continues at the same time every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through December 22. Be sure to bring the kids as they will receive free Magic Glasses for viewing the light show and snowfall in assorted colors.
Hollywood Music’s group of young artists, musicians, and singers will present a mini variety show during the kick-off event on November 30. The first show will begin at 5:30 and will feature singing and live instrumental performances, with a musical selection that includes holiday favorites such as Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, and Miracle. The second show will begin after the first light show and snowfall.
Santa Arrives on the Holiday Express Train—Enjoy Free Train Rides, Free Santa Photos & a Free Craft Activity
Saturday, December 6
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 7 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 show & snowfall singing holiday carols.
| Date | Choral Group |
|---|---|
| Friday, December 5 | Front Row Center |
| Saturday, December 6 | Bonita Vista High School Choir |
| Sunday December 7 | Boy Scout Troop 5 |
| Friday, December 12 | Girl Scout Troop 66892 |
| Saturday, December 13 | Girl Scout Troop 6039 |
| Sunday, December 14 | Bonita Vista Middle School Choir |
| Friday, December 19 | Southwest College Choral Singers |
| Saturday, December 20 | Mater Dei Catholic Show Choir |
| Sunday, December 21 | St. Rose of Lima Glee |