December Nights in Balboa Park 2026

Join us in beautiful Balboa Park for December Nights, San Diego’s largest free holiday festival! This family-friendly celebration brings together locals and visitors for two magical evenings filled with lights, music, attractions, and – most importantly – amazing food from around the world.
Taste Ukraine: Stop by the House of Ukraine to enjoy traditional dishes, including:
• Famous Ukrainian Borscht
• Potato and Cheese Varenyky with sour cream and fried onions
• Kovbasa Sandwich with Kapusta
• Sweet treats, hot drinks, and
• Ukrainian spirits
Volunteer with Us: We’d love your help preparing and serving food during the event! And if you want to get involved early, join us for one (or all!) of our Varenyky Making (https://houseofukraine.org/event/varenyky-making-day-5/) & Borscht Cooking (https://houseofukraine.org/event/ukrainian-borscht-cooking-day-2/) Days.
For more details on volunteering during the December Nights and to sign up for roles, check here: https://signup.com/go/JKNsPcN.
Bring your loved ones for a cozy, festive evening celebrating the diversity of global cultures. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at December Nights!