Timken Museum of Art

If you have never been on an aircraft carrier, the one you should set foot on should be highly memorable. Thanks to the folks at the USS Midway Museum, it will be! America's longest serving aircraft carrier flew from 1945 to 1992. There's plenty to learn, whether you're a casual fan of history or a hard-core military buff, the guides are quite knowledgeable and will answer your questions as the tour winds down. Don't forget to check out the great items at the gift shop so you can take home a little piece of history.

Grab a performance at the San Diego Junior Theatre, a venue that takes pride in consistently presenting the area's top talent, and where youngsters take their thespian aspirations quite seriously. San Diego Junior Theatre has the distinction of being one of the oldest children's theaters in the United States since opening its doors in 1948.

The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a Christmas time tradition that families have been enjoying for years as a celebration of the holiday season. The boats in the harbor are adorned with flickering lights and take part in an aquatic parade that puts smiles on the faces of all who sit and watch.