Upcoming Events
Saturday Habitat Work Days
Quarterly on Saturdays · 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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.
New Year’s Prayer Gathering — Jan. 1
Join local worship groups for a celebration of the new year. To receive details and updates be sure to register to receive Park emails.
GMIA New Year’s Walk to the Top — Jan 2, 2027
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.
Family Nature Day — Sat. March 13, 2027
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!
Easter Sunrise Service — Sunday March 28, 2027
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.
Pups & Pizza — June 12, 2027 · 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!
Sunset Soiree Member Thank You Party — July 10, 2027 · 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.
Mt. Helix Food & Wine Festival — Sat. Aug 14, 2027
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!
Astronomy Night — 2027, date TBD · 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!
Turkey Trot — Friday, Nov 27, 2026, 10 AM · Free for the community!
Join us for our annual Turkey Trot! A community walk to the top of Mt. Helix the morning after Thanksgiving! Take in the San Diego views and enjoy Mary’s Donuts and coffee in the theater. Park and start at 10105 Vivera Drive, 10 AM.
Christmas on Mt. Helix — Dec 5th, 2026
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.
Yoga
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!