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Holidays at The Seabird

The holidays feel a little different by the coast. From Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day, The Seabird brings together festive dining, family traditions and special events just steps from the beach in Oceanside.

Gather around the table, make new traditions with the family, and discover holiday happenings throughout The Seabird, Mission Pacific and the Oceanside community. From Thanksgiving celebrations and Christmas by the coast to festive events around town and New Year’s Eve, there’s plenty to look forward to this season.

Whether you’re spending the holidays with us or simply looking for festive things to do in Oceanside, consider this your guide to celebrating the season by the sea.

More holiday experiences, menus and event details will be announced throughout the season.

Cozy hotel lobby decorated with Christmas trees, warm lighting, and modern seating.

Thanksgiving by the Coast

Good food, good company and a long weekend by the sea

Celebrate Thanksgiving at The Seabird with our Grand Coastal Thanksgiving Buffet, or enjoy a special seasonal dish at Piper.

At The Shore Room, sip a Pumpkin Mai Tai during Thanksgiving week, join us for Friendsgiving, stop by after the Turkey Trot, or cozy up by the fire pits with a cocktail.

The weekend continues with a Wild Wonders wildlife showcase on Saturday, November 28, adding a little extra adventure for the whole family.

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Thanksgiving at The Shore Room

Firepit Reservations

Holidays Around Oceanside

The celebration extends beyond the resort

Oceanside comes alive for the holidays with festive traditions and family-friendly events throughout the city. Head downtown for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Holiday Sunset Market, see decorated boats light up the harbor during the Parade of Lights, and discover seasonal performances, local events and more throughout December.

With The Seabird in the heart of Oceanside, it’s easy to make the city’s holiday traditions part of your stay.

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The City of Oceanside's Tree Lighting Ceremony

Christmas by the Sea

New traditions, with a little more sunshine

Celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at The Seabird with festive dining, family time and plenty of ways to enjoy the coast. Gather for a holiday meal at Piper or The Shore Room, then make a splash at The Shelter Club with Cocoa, Cookies & Christmas Eve Swim, Christmas Day at the Club, and a Boxing Day filled with swimming and games.

Throughout December, Saturday movie nights at The Shelter Club will also bring holiday favorites poolside for cozy evenings under the stars.

Christmas menus, reservations and additional holiday details coming soon.

31 Days of the Chalet

Holiday season, rooftop style

Just next door at Mission Pacific Beach Resort, The Rooftop Bar transforms for 31 Days of the Chalet, bringing a festive new setting to evenings above the Pacific throughout December.

Stop by for Christmas at the Chalet on December 24 and 25, followed by Boxing Day sunset sips, with more seasonal experiences unfolding throughout the month. It’s an easy way to add a little après-inspired holiday spirit to your time by the coast.

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Ring in 2027

One last sunset. Plenty of ways to celebrate.

Close out the year by the Pacific with New Year’s Eve celebrations across The Seabird and Mission Pacific. Families can count down early at The Shelter Club’s First Countdown: Midnight in New York, with a 9 p.m. finale, while The Shore Room celebrates with sunset, cocktails and a special champagne sabering.

Keep the night going with New Year’s Eve at Piper, or head next door for The Last Sunset + Chalet Chic at The Rooftop Bar.

New Year’s Eve menus, reservations and celebration details coming soon.

Plan Your Holidays at The Seabird

Everything you need for the season, all in one place

From Thanksgiving dinner to Christmas by the coast and New Year’s Eve celebrations, there’s plenty happening at The Seabird, Mission Pacific and throughout Oceanside this holiday season.

Check back as we add holiday menus, dining reservations, event details and family activities throughout the season.

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