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Thanks to all who made the 2012 December Nights so memorable!
The co-producers and co-hosts of this classic San Diego celebration would like to thank our generous sponsors. We could not have welcomed 345,000 visitors to the Park over the two-day event without the support of these wonderful organizations. We would also like to thank the entertainment groups, the Park museums and cultural organizations and the many Balboa Park and community volunteers who made this festival so special.
We’re hoping to spend the first Friday and Saturday of December (December 6 and 7, 2013) with you next year!
December Nights is known for its incredible food and drink offerings.
2012 Food Listings
SWEA serves traditional Swedish meatballs, home baked Swedish cookies, bread, cakes, hot chocolate and the traditional Swedish Christmas drink, Glögg.
Pasta, salad, hot and cold beverages, gingerbread cookies and candy.
Gingerbread and sugar cookies along with hot and cold beverages are for sale in the Gingerbread House.
Delicious options for healthy appetites. Limited menu during Balboa Park December Nights includes drinks (no smoothies) and Grab & GRO items from the deli case (no made to order items).
Full menu available during normal business hours both days (9am-5pm)
Enjoy foods from around the world!
Argentina, | sausage sandwich |
Austria, | bratwurst-sauerkraut |
China, | eggrolls, potstickers |
Colombia, | empanadas, carne asada |
Czech & Slovak Republics, | sausage, sauerkraut |
Denmark, | Aebleskiver, hot cider |
England, | shepard's pie, sausage |
Finland, | salmon soup, pea soup |
France, | french onion soup, crepes |
Germany, | bbq sausage, potato salad |
Hungary, | bbq sausage, sauerkraut |
India, | samosas, chutney, curry |
Iran, | chicken kabob, beef kabob |
Ireland, | irish stew, pastries |
Israel, | burekas |
Italy, | pasta, meatball sandwich |
Lebanon, | lamb & chicken shwarma |
Lithuania, | hot apple cider |
Mexico, | carne asada tacos, churros |
Norway, | viking soup, waffles |
Palestine, | falafil, zalabyeh |
Panama, | tamales, empanadas |
Peru, | grilled chicken-rice, donuts |
Philippines, | adobo, pancit, lumpia |
Poland, | sausage, cabbage rolls |
Puerto Rico, | beef turnovers, pasteles |
Scotland, | mashed potatoes-stew |
Spain, | paella |
Sweden, | Swedish meatballs w/gravy |
Turkey, | gyros, spinach pasta |
Ukraine, | borscht, kovbasa w/kapusta |
USA, | hot dogs, chili |
HPR Queens Organization | potato soup, wassail, pastries |
HPR International Spirits Garden: Spirited beverages from around the world. Members of HPR have libations from their country for your pleasure. There is no entry fee but individual drinks can be purchased.
21 and up - Strictly enforced.
Check back for details.
Yakisoba, chicken teriyaki and hot cider.
Galileo's Cafe: clam chowder and chili served in bread bowls, apple cider, coffee drinks, churros, nachos and more.
Served outside on the patio or inside of the Science Center.
Food served in the Pavilion of Flight - created by Flight Path Grill:
Pizza, pretzels, popcorn, churros, nachos, hot beverages.
21+ Beer Garden (located in the Pavilion of Flight)
Beer (domestic & imported), wine, mixed drinks
Fresh roasted chestnuts.
Hot dogs, baked potatoes, nachos, chili, baked goods, hot chocolate and water
Hot chocolate, Starbucks coffee and pre-packaged food and snacks.
Gingerbread cookies
Home Plate Sports Café will be serving up a selection of great entertainment, food and beverages. In addition to their pub favorites, Home Plate will present a collection of "Team Pleasers" ™ aka Ballpark foods: Hot Dogs, Sausages, Burgers, Chili, Nachos, Popcorn, Sweets and much more. There will also be an Espresso bar, serving Irish Coffees, Hot Toddy’s and more.
Outside: The San Diego Madres sell chili, baked goods, coffee, hot chocolate & cider.
Chili with all the fixins', hot and cold beverages and holiday treats.
Pre-packaged food items including: chips, candy, soda, and bottled water.
The Dino Cafe serves a variety of food and beverages.
Food Court in the back of the Village includes:
Neiderfrank's Ice Cream
The Cravory: cookies
Sweiners: Sausage in baguette, potato with racletta cheese, chips, apple streudel
Torpasta/Devine Pastabilities: Spaghetti and meatball torpasta, veggie torpasta, creamy pesto torpasta, chicken alfredo
Frozen Fun: Tamales, champurrado, corn on the cob, churros, aguas frescas, lemonade
Seb's Panini
Divine Madman Coffee
Mariscos Mi Playita: Fish and shrimp tacos, ceviche, fish burritos
Spanish Village: sodas, bottled water, hot cider, hot chocolate, kettle corn
Lady Carolyn's Pub open for food service and non-alcoholic beverages.
The Prado Restaurant: Enjoy lunch, dinner, or lounge menu with live music from 8:00-11:00pm.
Hours: Friday, 11:30am-10:00pm; Saturday, 11:00am-11:00pm.
The Prado Pub at the Square: Adult-only area in the Plaza de Panama with cocktails, wine and food service. Menu includes: garlic fries; fried green beans; 1/4 and 1/2 lb. burger, fish 'n chips, and the Prado Cocktail Lounge.
Hours: Friday & Saturday, 5:00-10:00pm
Delicious American cuisine includes flame-broiled Angus burgers, nachos, hot dogs, fries and other comfort food. Try the famous Angus beef chili!
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