TheFinestSD is brought to you by your trusted friends at KPBS. Learn More.
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
All Events

Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays

Friday, November 13, 2026 at 7 PM
The Magnolia
All Ages
Get Tickets
Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays
The Magnolia
Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays

About the Event

Four-time Emmy Award-winning dancer and “Dancing with the Stars” judge, Derek Hough, returns to The Magnolia and will perform alongside a phenomenal team of dancers to bring beloved Christmas songs to life.

Featuring professional choreography and elaborate stage designs, this high-energy production promises an exciting celebration of the holiday season through dance.

Doors: 7 p.m.
Show: 8 p.m.

The plaza opens at 6:30 p.m. and tickets can be found here.

The Magnolia

The Magnolia

210 E Main Street
El Cajon, California 92020
(619) 651-2004
themagnolia@livenation.com

FOMO

See all
Check out can't-miss local events
HUGEL 'Make The Girls Dance'

NONSTOP Presents: HUGEL 'Make The Girls Dance'

Friday, November 6, 2026 from 3 PM to 10 PM
The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
$105.10 - $278.45
Love Isn't Blind Audience

Love Isn't Blind | Live Comedy/Dating Show

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
$23.73 - $39.59
27th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival

27th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 11 AM
Ongoing until November 14, 2026
Multiple locations
Free - $40
Top of the Hyatt Presents: A Season of Masquerade

Top of the Hyatt Presents: A Season of Masquerade

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 4 PM
Ongoing until January 2, 2027
Top of the Hyatt, Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
The Touchdown

Watch Football at Borrego Rooftop Kitchen + Cocktails

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 4 PM
Ongoing until January 14, 2027
Borrego Rooftop Kitchen + Cocktails
The bar at Anigma

Divine Intervention: Anigma Unveils New Mythology-Inspired Seasonal Cocktail Menu

Friday, November 6, 2026 at 5 PM
Ongoing until November 30, 2026
Anigma
Free for everyone
North Park Community Fair: Shop North Park

North Park Community Fair: Shop North Park

Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 10 AM to 4 PM
Verbatim Books
Free
Ramona Art, Wine and Music Festival

Ramona Art, Wine and Music Festival

Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 11 AM to 5 PM
Ramona Outdoor Community Center
$70 regular • $55 designated driver
Dia de los Deftones

Dia de los DEFTONES

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 3:35 PM
PETCO Park
Gillie’s Auto Lounge and San Diego Food and Wine: Latin Nights After Dark

Latin Nights After Dark at Gillie's Auto Lounge

Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 7 PM to 10 PM
Gillie's Auto Lounge
Mama's Pies Logo

22nd Annual Mama’s Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 10 AM
Ongoing until November 20, 2026
Mama's Kitchen
$35
Veteran Family at SeaWorld San Diego

Red, White & Blue Salute at SeaWorld

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 10 AM
Ongoing until November 9, 2026
SeaWorld San Diego
The Big Studio houses the foundry, forge, kiln, woodshop and glass-studio. The eastern side of the building (pictured) contours to the natural downhill slope.

Art Workshops at Nationally Recognized Art Studio | Ilan-Lael Foundation

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 1 PM
Ongoing until November 21, 2026
Ilan-Lael compound
Jessie Reyez: A Little Vengeance Tour

Jessie Reyez: A Little Vengeance Tour

Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 7 PM
SDSU Conrad Presbys Student Union Theater
$56.10-$756.25
Free for everyone
OB-oke: Sunday Night Karaoke at Winstons

OB-oke: Sunday Night Karaoke at Winstons

Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 8 PM
Ongoing until April 25, 2027
Winstons Beach Club
Free
Free for everyone

Our 20th Chapter: One Book, One San Diego Author Event - Downtown San Diego

Monday, November 9, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 8 PM
San Diego Public Library - Central Library
Free
Free for everyone
San Diego Veterans Day Parade

San Diego Veterans Day Parade

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Harbor Drive - Embarcadero
Free
Free for everyone
Free Trivia Wednesday Nights at Le Charcuterie Bar

Free Trivia Wednesday Nights at Le Charcuterie Bar

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 7 PM
Ongoing until March 24, 2027
Le Charcuterie Bar
Free
Boots on the Boardwalk

Fit Presents: Boots on the Boardwalk

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Fit Social
$35
Crankdat

Crankdat

Friday, November 13, 2026 from 6 PM to 11 PM
Gallagher Square at Petco Park
$80-$84.99
Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays

Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays

Friday, November 13, 2026 at 7 PM
The Magnolia
PRAYERS

PRAYERS – San Diego Music Box Show

Friday, November 13, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Music Box
Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld

SeaWorld San Diego’s Christmas Celebration Returns With All-New Shows and Timeless Holiday Joy

Friday, November 13, 2026 at 10 AM
Ongoing until January 3, 2027
SeaWorld San Diego
$51.99-$141.99
San Diego Anime Con Flyer

San Diego Anime Con

Friday, November 13, 2026 at 3 PM
Ongoing until November 15, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton - Mission Valley
$20-$55
Comedy Night in Fallbrook

Comedy Night in Fallbrook

Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM
Village Roots Deli and Taproom
$10-$20
Deorro

Deorro

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 8 PM
North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
RENEW 2026

RENEW 2026

Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 12 PM
Fit Social
From $55
'Wild 'N Out' The Next Generation coming to Viejas Arena

Nick Cannon Brings: 'Wild 'N Out' The Next Generation coming to Viejas Arena

Sunday, November 15, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Viejas Arena
$128-$1206
Kate Nash

Kate Nash

Monday, November 16, 2026 at 6 PM
Music Box
$34.03
Casbah Presents: Haley Heynderickx

Casbah Presents: Haley Heynderickx

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 8 PM
Lou Lou's Jungle Room at The Lafayette Hotel
$42
Free for everyone
Wylde Horses New Volunteer Orientation

Wylde Horses New Volunteer Orientation

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until December 15, 2026
Wylde Horses Therapeutic Riding Facility
Free
Em Beihold

Em Beihold

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 8 PM
Music Box
$39.59-$117.61
Oh yeah? Tour

Steve Lacy: Oh Yeah? Tour

Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 8 PM
PETCO Park
$198+
Tinsel and Martinis

Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Unveils Tinsel & Martinis, a Glamorous Holiday Cocktail Pop-Up

Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 6:30 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2026
Wild Hare Bar Garden
Seth Meyers: Live

Seth Meyers: Live

Friday, November 20, 2026 at 7 PM
San Diego Civic Theatre
From $52
Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden

Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden

Friday, November 20, 2026 at 5 PM
Ongoing until January 3, 2027
San Diego Botanic Garden
$18 - $36
5th Annual San Diego Environmental Film Festival

San Diego Environmental Film Festival

Friday, November 20, 2026 at 6 PM
Ongoing until November 22, 2026
Multiple locations
$0-$45
Diplo’s Run Club Graphic

Diplo’s Run Club

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 9 AM
Gallagher Square at Petco Park
$112-$211.68
Free for everyone
Event graphic with two dogs and a cat

17th Annual Doggie Street Festival & Adopt-A-Thon

Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 10 AM to 3 PM
NTC Park at Liberty Station
Free
Del Mar Racing Group Photo

Taco & Beer Festival

Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 12 PM to 4 PM
Del Mar Racetrack
Yo Ho Ho-liday Tavern

Yo Ho Ho-liday Tavern Returns to Margaritaville Hotel San Diego

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 5 PM
Ongoing until December 31, 2026
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego
Friendsgiving at The Rooftop Bar

Friendsgiving at The Rooftop Bar

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 from 12 PM to 3:30 PM
The Rooftop Bar
Andaz San Diego's 'Good Vibes and Tan Lines'

Thanksgiving-Themed Bites at The Rooftop at Andaz

Thursday, November 26, 2026 from 12 PM to 11 PM
Andaz San Diego - a Concept by Hyatt
Max Styler

Max Styler

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 6 PM
Gallagher Square at Petco Park
$65-$70
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's 'Wild And Swingin' Holiday Party'

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's 'Wild And Swingin' Holiday Party'

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Balboa Theatre
Tickets start at $57.65
San Diego Made Holiday Market

San Diego Made Holiday Market

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 10 AM
Ongoing until November 29, 2026
NTC Park at Liberty Station
$5
Jonas Brothers: 'The Burning Up Tour All Over Again'

Jonas Brothers: 'The Burning Up Tour All Over Again'

Monday, November 30, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Viejas Arena
From $125.45
Harbor Lights

Harbor Lights Dinner Cruise

Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Ongoing until December 27, 2026
Flagship Cruises & Events
Love In the Club

Love In The Club

Friday, December 4, 2026 at 9 PM
House of Blues San Diego
$20.90
Holiday Wonderland

Holiday Wonderland

Friday, December 4, 2026 at 4 PM
Ongoing until December 23, 2026
Gallagher Square at Petco Park
From $24
The Hip Hop Nutcracker

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

Friday, December 4, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Ongoing until December 6, 2026
Balboa Theatre
From $51.75
Free for everyone
A Christmas Float under the Third Avenue sign

62nd Annual Chula Vista Starlight Parade & Festival

Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 3 PM
3rd Avenue from E – H St.
Free
AI festive image with music, kids, dogs, and Santa Claus

11th Annual Unleash the Holiday Cheer

Sunday, December 6, 2026 from 11 AM to 2 PM
NTC Park at Liberty Station
$5 - $20
Free for everyone
La Jolla Christmas Parade

La Jolla Christmas Parade & Holiday Festival

Sunday, December 6, 2026 from 1 PM to 5 PM
Downtown La Jolla – Girard Avenue & Kline Street
Free
Jo Koy: Koy Meets World Tour

Jo Koy Is Coming To San Diego

Thursday, December 10, 2026 at 8 PM
San Diego Civic Theatre
Makers Arcade Holiday Fair

Makers Arcade Holiday Fair

Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 10 AM
Ongoing until December 13, 2026
The Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier
$6
Like to be in the loop?
Let us help! Stay ahead of what’s happening in the San Diego region. Join our mailing list and we will send you a weekly arts newsletter, tips, recommendations and the latest stories from the local scene right to your inbox. Sign up!