Fall on Mission Bay

Sunny Days. Coastal Nights. Fall, San Diego Style.

Fall looks a little different on Mission Bay. Think warm sunny afternoons, golden-hour cocktails, cool evenings by the water and a season full of reasons to get outside and stay awhile.

From Halloween happenings and creative workshops to waterfront dining, family activities and Thanksgiving by the bay, discover a fall escape where the sunshine stays and the season comes to life.

Fall By the Bay

Stay Longer. Soak Up More.

Make Mission Bay your home for fall. Settle into a Waterview Villa or higher and enjoy sunny San Diego days, crisp coastal evenings and plenty of time to experience everything happening around the resort.

Stay two nights or more and enjoy:

Waterview Villa accommodations or higher

$50 daily resort credit

Up to 15% off

Two-night minimum stay

*Book September 1–October 31, 2026. Valid for stays October 1–December 31, 2026. Two-night minimum stay required. Additional restrictions may apply.

Fall Happenings by the Bay

Create, Sip & Celebrate

Fall brings a new lineup of hands-on experiences, seasonal traditions and waterfront fun to Mission Bay.

Candle Making Class
October 17 | 4:00 PM | $15
Pour, create and take home your own handcrafted candle during this cozy fall workshop.

Pumpkin Succulents
October 24 | 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM | $15
Put a San Diego spin on pumpkin season by creating your own festive pumpkin succulent arrangement.

Fall Paint & Sip
October 27 | 5:00 PM | $50
Grab a glass, pick up a paintbrush and create your own fall-inspired masterpiece during a guided evening by the bay.

Memory Tree
October 26–November 3 | Complimentary
Add a special memory, message or wish to our seasonal Memory Tree and help create a collection of moments from guests throughout the resort.

Halloween on Mission Bay

A Little Spooky. A Lot of Fun.

Costumes, cocktails, candy and a movie under the stars make Halloween at the bay fun for the whole family—including four-legged family members.

Yappy Hour & Dog Costume Contest
October 28 | 5:30 PM
Bring your best-dressed pup to Plaza del Sol for a Halloween Yappy Hour featuring a dog costume contest, specialty cocktail tasting and live mixology demonstration with Pawtron.
Enjoy a featured cocktail while supporting a good cause, with 10% of specialty drink purchases benefiting the participating local animal shelter.

Spooky Movie Night: Coco
October 30 | 7:00 PM
Settle in for a family movie night under the San Diego sky featuring Disney and Pixar’s Coco.

Halloween Candy Trail
October 31 | All Day
Trick-or-treat without leaving the resort. Little ghosts and goblins can visit candy stations throughout the property, including the Front Desk, pool, Covewood, Mercado and more.

Thanksgiving by the Bay

Gather. Give Thanks. Stay Awhile.

Trade chilly weather for waterfront views and celebrate Thanksgiving San Diego style with seasonal dining, creative experiences and plenty of time together.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Covewood
Thanksgiving Day | 2:00–8:00 PM
Gather around the table for a special prix fixe Thanksgiving dinner at Covewood, featuring seasonal favorites served with a side of Mission Bay views.
$98 per adult | $44 per child ages 12 and under

Thanksgiving Movie Night: Free Birds
November 20 | 7:00 PM | Complimentary
Gather the family for a festive outdoor movie night featuring Free Birds.

Holiday Resin Workshop
November 21 | 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM | $55
Get creative before the holidays with a guided resin workshop and make a seasonal piece to take home.

Thanksgiving Paint & Sip
November 24 | 5:00 PM | $50
Toast to the season with a Thanksgiving-inspired edition of our popular Paint & Sip experience.

Your Fall Escape Starts Here

Warm days, waterfront sunsets and a full calendar of seasonal experiences are waiting on Mission Bay. Come for a weekend, stay for a little longer and discover why fall may just be San Diego’s best-kept secret.

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