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Upcoming Events
Saturday Habitat Work Days
NEXT DATE:
NOV 8TH
Habitat Restoration Workdays occur quarterly on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. All volunteers are welcome to participate. Learn from experienced restoration team leaders, meet other gardening enthusiasts and enjoy a morning of "gardening in the Park." For more info. or to RSVP for a workday, email mkirk@mthelixpark.org.
Join local worship groups for a celebration of the new year. To receive details and updates be sure to register to receive Park emails HERE
GMIA New Year's Walk to the Top
Jan 3, 2026
Join neighbors for the half-mile walk to the top to celebrate the New Year. The annual event is sponsored by the Grossmont Mt. Helix Improvement Association (GMIA). The morning culminates at Mt. Helix Park with refreshments and socializing. This is a dog-friendly event. For more information visit the GMIA website HERE
Family Nature Day, Sat. March 15, 2026
Don't miss the Mt. Helix Park Foundation's annual Family Nature Day featuring local conservation groups, lectures, demonstrations, crafts and more. Tickets are free and include parking and shuttle rides to the top! To receive details and updates be sure to register to receive Park emails HERE.
Easter Sunrise Service, Sun. April 5, 2026
Don't miss the Mt. Helix Park Foundation's signature Easter Sunrise Service. Join local faith-based organizations for this very special morning in one of the country's longest running Easter celebrations. Non-denominational and free to the public, parking and shuttles are provided. To receive details and updates be sure to register to receive Park emails HERE
Pups & Pizza
June 13, 2026
Free for Park Members
It's a puppy party! Bring your furry friends up to Mt. Helix Park for a paw-ty! The Mt. Helix Park Foundation provides pizza, salad, beverages, and a doggie bar. Don't miss out on this fun event! LEARN MORE
Sunset Soiree
Member Thank You Party
July 11, 2026
Members & Donors Only
Join us as we say thank you to our park donors and members. The Mt. Helix Park Foundation provides food, beverages, and music in the cross plaza as we watch the sunset. LEARN MORE
Mt. Helix Food & Wine Festival, Sat. Aug 15, 2026
Don't miss the Mt. Helix Park Foundation's annual Food & Wine Festival. Tickets go on sale in the summer for the "party on the hill," featuring local food and craft beverage vendors as well as local wineries, performing and visual artists, for an unforgettable evening at the top! LEARN MORE
Astronomy Night
Oct 25th, 2025
Free for Park Members
Join us for our annual Astronomy Night, hosted in partnership with the San Diego Astronomy Association! Expert astronomers will bring their telescopes to the top of Mt. Helix, offering you a chance to explore the depths of space. This event is free for park members, so don’t miss out on this stellar opportunity! LEARN MORE
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Christmas On Mt. Helix
Dec 6th, 2025
The park will be transformed into a winter wonderland FREE for the public! It’s a festive night for all ages, filled with local vendors in our Christmas market, offering crafts, delicious food, and amazing beverages.
Don’t miss Santa’s visit for a memorable photo with the kids! Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, kids crafts, and later, sing-along in our caroling performance. LEARN MORE
Yoga
Yoga offers hybrid classes
Helix Yoga instructors are offering Zoom and in-person outdoor yoga classes Monday through Friday at Mt. Helix Park. The donation-based, drop-in classes are for all levels. For current classes visit Helix Yoga at www.helixyoga.com
Art Smarts Inc. -
Summer/Spring Art Camps
Engaging lessons every hour, with 2 - 3 unique sessions per day. Explore a variety of media, including watercolor paint, oil pastels, colored pencils, and more. All art supplies included! MORE INFO
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