Our 8th Annual Sips & Sweets with Santa is back and set for Sunday, December 1st from 10AM-1PM at AleSmith Brewing. Get ready to start your holiday season with laughter, joy, and the holiday spirit.
Your family ticket will include access to a great lineup of fun family activities (crafts, hot chocolate bar, cookie decorating, games), entertainment (music, fun), a special meet & greet with the Grinch and Cindy Lou and of course a digital family photo with Santa.
We will also host a mini holiday pop-up shop with some great holiday gifts for the entire family.
Super Early Bird Tickets are available NOW – November 1st. (Pricing noted below)
No refunds will be given – credit to a future event can be sent.
A special thanks to our presenting sponsor Children’s Primary Care Medical Group (CPCMG). Find the best primary pediatric healthcare close to home with the region’s only health network focused solely on children, their health and well-being!
Venue: AleSmith Brewing Company
9990 AleSmith Ct, San Diego, CA 92126
858-549-9888 | info@AleSmith.com
Photo with Santa Ticket Swag Bag
(1) Voucher for a Free Dance Class to Dynasty Dance Co
(1) First Class Free Voucher to Pvolve San Diego In UTC ($36 Value)
(1) FREE Crumbl Cookie – Mira Mesa ($5 Value)
(1) 10% OFF Coupon to Sugar Baby Bows
(1) 30% OFF Coupon to Restore Pelvic Therapy for a pelvic floor PT eval
We will also be hosting a toy drive at the event to benefit Anvil of Hope. Bring an unwrapped toy for a deserving child and receive FIVE extra raffle tickets. For those bringing more than one toy (we encourage it!), you’ll get FIVE raffle tickets for each of the first FOUR toys and TWO raffle tickets for every additional toy you donate.
Platinum Sponsors
Magic Jump Rentals
Magic Jump Rentals offers a large variety of jumpers, bouncers, combos, water slides, obstacle courses, slides, interactive inflatables, mechanical rides, rock walls, zip lines, euro bungees, photo booths, movie screens, carnival games, concession machines, and more! Magic Jump Rentals provides an easy and convenient method for online rental, all it takes is 3 easy steps to rent from us. Magic Jump Rentals thrives on its excellent customer service and timeliness so customers can enjoy their party without having to worry about their order.
San Diego Family
Santa Larry & Marilyn
We are so happy to have Santa Larry and his elf helper Marilyn back! They happily spend time during their holiday season spreading love and joy. They are dedicated members of the Poway Elks (one of 10 locations in the area) which serves local communities, veterans, and children with fundraisers, community projects and other charitable endeavors. To learn more about the Elks or find a lodge near you, go to www.elks.org.
Party People San Diego
Party People San Diego is a full-service mobile DJ, lighting, and entertainment company dedicated to providing the highest quality and service at competitive prices. They will keep the party going and help us ring in the NOON Year!!!
The Storybook Character Company
Thank you to The Storybook Character Company we will have a special appearance by the The Grinch, Cindy Lou Who and not one, but TWO of Santa’s elves! They provide the highest quality character entertainment in San Diego and Southern California. Their singing princesses and other party characters are available for entertainment at children’s birthday parties, special events, school and church carnivals, company picnics, weddings, charity events, theatrical performances, and large corporate events.
EcoVivarium
We are thrilled to have EcoVivarium onsite with their Mobile Zoo featuring 16 to 21 live reptiles and arthropods, offering free hands-on encounters with the Animal Ambassadors throughout the day. They will also be sharing Rattlesnake safety information for families. EcoVivarium is a nonprofit Living Museum located in Escondido. They feature live reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods. In addition to museum tours, they offer Birthday Parties, Private & Corporate Entertainment Events, Educational Programs, and more.
EcoVivarium
We are thrilled to have EcoVivarium onsite with their Mobile Zoo featuring 16 to 21 live reptiles and arthropods, offering free hands-on encounters with the Animal Ambassadors throughout the day. They will also be sharing Rattlesnake safety information for families. EcoVivarium is a nonprofit Living Museum located in Escondido. They feature live reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods. In addition to museum tours, they offer Birthday Parties, Private & Corporate Entertainment Events, Educational Programs, and more.
The Mama Coach – Christina Bombay
Hello, I’m Christina! I’m a Registered Nurse, wife, and mama with over 13 years of experience in Maternal Child Health. Having worked all my career in the NICU, I have experience with newborn care, early feeding and lactation support. I am excited to share my knowledge and expertise with families in Chula Vista, San Diego County and Virtually in California. I have three beautiful children and have experienced first hand the challenges that come with being a new mom; the sleepless nights, the overwhelm and looking for reliable sources of information. I am excited to share my own experience in motherhood and be there for you. I see you, mama! I am passionate about helping families get through such a vulnerable time in their lives. I am committed to providing you with evidence based information and judgement free support so that you can make the best possible decisions for your family. I would love to work alongside you to inform and empower you. Let me be a part of your “village” during your transition into parenthood and beyond!
2024 Sips & Sweets with Santa Cookie Decorating Station
2024 Sips & Sweets with Hot Cocoa Station is brought to you by Better Buzz Coffee
Better Buzz Coffee Roasters
Better Buzz Coffee Company® is committed to providing consistent quality coffee beverages in a FUN atmosphere, with efficient & friendly customer service. We are dedicated to the freshest possible coffee by roasting and delivering coffee weekly to our stores and customers. Better Buzz Coffee® is certified by CCOF as an ORGANIC Coffee Roaster and strive to source Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance coffees. We hope you share our passion for coffee and join us for a cup. Because LIFE’S BETTER BUZZED®
New York Life
At the New York Life San Diego General Office, we do more than work in the community, we’re part of it. Many of our Agents have local roots – some even go back generations. That’s important, because it gives them a vested interest in the people and businesses that make up the community. We believe there’s no greater job than helping our friends and neighbors succeed.
FIT4MOM La Mesa + Lake Murray
FIT4MOM is the nation’s leading prenatal and postnatal fitness program, providing fitness classes and a network of moms to support every stage of motherhood. From pregnancy, through postpartum and beyond, our fitness and wellness programs help make moms strong in body, mind, and spirit.
Sweet Silver Lining
We are a local home baking business specializing in cake bites; tasty cake mixed with frosting, rolled in chocolate and coated with cookie crumbs. Our cake bites make a great, no mess, hand held sweet addition to parties or any day you want to have a ‘guilt free’ snack. Loved by all ages and toddler approved.
Hidden Foods Co
Typically, delicious food doesn’t always sound healthy; and healthy food doesn’t always taste great. However, in our kitchen, we don’t sacrifice one for the other. We teach our kids to appreciate good food with great flavors while receiving all the health benefits of whole, value based nutrients. We’re here to help you do the same.
Let us help you make your event pop a little bit more with a sweet bite. Whether it’s for a birthday, wedding, new home, thank you, etc., we are here to turn your vision into cake pops. Add a pop of sweetness to your day.
Giveaways + Swag
Dynasty Dance Co. One Free Week of Camp ($299 Value)
Dynasty Dance Co. provides a nurturing & fun learning environment for dancers to grow 💫
$50 Gift Card to Prince Street Pizza
Our Sicilian recipes have been in the family for generations, including our sauces which are handcrafted daily from scratch and paired perfectly with our crisp and fluffy dough. We are committed to consistency and the perfect bite in every pie that is made and served. So, come on in and have a slice!
(5) Free First Visit & Doctor’s Report with Dr. Katie from Family Connection Chiropractic ($159 Value)
Since 2018, our office has provided service to all the members of your family! We’re not limited to moms and kids; we work with parent(s), dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins too!
(1) Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou: Kauai’s Beloved Pup and (1) Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou: Maui’s Beloved Pup Soft Cover Books ($30 Value)
This includes both Annie print books (soft cover) and both Anne cartoons (video versions with animated text, maps and illustrations/cartoons).
(1) Voucher for a Free Pelvic Floor PT evaluation with Restore Pelvic Therapy ($200 Value)
We support you on your journey to improve urinary & bowel issues, navigate pregnancy & postpartum, and recover from painful intercourse. We assist you in healing your pelvic floor dysfunction so that you can live your best life. We want to help you restore your pelvic floor!
(1) Pinhook Tote ($75 Value) & (1) Saltie Fanny ($60 Value) by Dunsel’s Sailbags
Our products are handcrafted from worn and discarded sailboat sails and marine textile waste. We use wasted materials like this because they already exist. Our re-manufacturing process does not contribute to the endless demand for virgin materials but allows us to create durable, quality, and sustainable goods without sacrificing the environment. Since our inception, we are proud to have recovered and up-cycled over 8,000 lbs of plastic and textile waste. Our product line consists of six different bags, ranging in price from $45 to over $200.
Pvolve San Diego 5 Class Pack ($175 Value), $50 retail credit & Water Bottle + Tote ($225 Total Value)
Experience a workout that is low impact yet high-intensity, perfect for moms at any fitness level. Our Method is designed to support you through all stages of life, especially during pregnancy and postpartum.
(1) $50 Gift Card to Lil Gremmies
Bamboo pajamas for ages newborn to 10Y! Created by parents, for parents who want their kids to be comfy and look cool!
Specialty facial with Neskin Beauty, 45 mins ($125 Value)
Here to deliver a customizable, results-oriented facial tailored to your skin needs to reveal a healthier, more radiant complexion.
(4) Tickets to Jingle Belle Cruises on Christmas Day 12/25 with thanks to the Bahia Hotel ($200 Value)
All aboard for the Jingle Belle Family Cruise – a San Diego holiday tradition on Mission Bay! This family-friendly one-hour sightseeing cruise celebrates the merriest time of year with songs from spirited carolers, photos with Santa Claus, and exciting activities for the whole family.
(3) Set of Two Candy Themed Bows by Sugar Baby Bows ($10.50 Value Each)
We sell unique, candy themed hair accessories for girls! I started this business with my 7 year old boss babe to teach her that we can do anything we work hard for! We design our hair accessories to be as bright and bold as the amazing girls who wear them!
Family (4) Pack of Tickets to See Cirque Dreams Holidaze on Friday, December 9th ($200 Value)
Imaginative and fun for the whole family, Cirque Dreams Holidaze features a world-renowned cast of performers accompanied by an original music score including new twists on seasonal favorites. Singers, dancers, penguins, toy soldiers, and reindeer invoke the dreams behind a child’s eye on the most magical of nights. Amidst a backdrop of new sets, scenery, and storylines, this family-friendly production is sure to put a twinkle in your eye!
(1) San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Family Four Pack ($40 Value)
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum sparks a love of learning so all children can discover their wildest dreams! Today, we remain the only hands-on educational children’s museum in North San Diego County, serving children ages 0-10 with interactive exhibits and programs focused on science, technology, reading, engineering, art, and math (STREAM).
(1) DateBox Club Box ($40 Value)
With a monthly date night, you and your partner will open up new connections and deepen your relationship. We make it easy to save money AND enjoy quality time without any planning. Like magic, your perfect date night arrives.
(3) The Stronghold Ladies 45-Minute Self-Defense Workshops ($150 value each, up to 10 participants)
The Stronghold is family-owned and operated in the heart of Point Loma/Ocean Beach and has been serving the San Diego community since 2007. We strive to offer high-quality Jiu Jitsu, Self-Defense and Fitness instruction in a family-friendly environment.
Triton Charters Harbor Sunset Cruise for Two ($110 Value)
Take our 2.5 hour San Diego Bay Cruise! Splash by all the major monuments in San Diego Bay on our gorgeous catamaran yacht!
In case you are on the fence, here are a few recaps of some of our previous Sips & Sweets with Santa events! But don’t wait this event will sell out!
