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The magic of Summer at The Grand

Experience the fun of summertime at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, where sun-kissed mornings, leisurely afternoons, and magical evenings await. Nestled within our sprawling 400-acre estate alongside Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve, discover a plethora of activities for all ages. 

Engage in friendly competition on our professional-style tennis and pickleball courts, test your aim with archery, take a golf clinic, or immerse yourself in nature’s splendor on a hike, bike ride, or horseback adventure along our scenic trails. Younger guests will be delighted by Explorer’s Club, along with favorites like the Ocean Slime Lab, Pirate Training, and Swimming with the Mermaids at the family pool overlooking the canyon. Guests can also enjoy a dozen wellness classes at our Movement Studio, designed to restore and recharge. 

As night falls, venture to Grand Social, our outdoor social hub, where you can mingle, unwind, and create lasting memories. Book a firepit and enjoy lively games of bocce, savor wood-fired cuisine, and sip artisanal cocktails. Be captivated by signature experiences, from Havana Nights and jazz evenings to 80s and 90s revival music. For an elevated dining experience, enjoy dinner at Amaya, featuring locally sourced California cuisine in a stunning setting. 

Indulge in the unforgettable moments awaiting you at The Grand, where we make special happen. 

Weekly schedule of events

Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend

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Archery

Mondays
10:00 am | Family Canyon Adventure | Canyon Terrace
2:00 pm | Archery
3:00 pm | Archery 

Tuesdays
1:00 pm | Meet the Horses
2:00 pm | Archery
3:00 pm | Archery 
3:30 pm | Equine Ritual | Equestrian Center

Wednesdays
1:00 pm | Meet the Horses
2:00 pm Ice Cream Social | Explorer’s Club
2:00 pm | Archery
3:00 pm | Archery 

Thursdays
1:00 pm | Meet the Horses
2:00 pm | Ocean Slime Bar | Resort Pool
2:00 pm | Archery
3:00 pm | Archery 

Child feeding horse
girl swimming in pool

Fridays
1:00 pm | Meet the Horses
2:00 pm | Shark Tales and Workshop | Resort Pool
2:00 pm | Archery
3:00 pm | Archery 
4:00 pm to 5:15 pm | Grand Junior Golf Academy ($50 per person)

Saturdays
10:00 am to 11:00 am | Cardio Tennis Clinic ($40 per person)
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Pickleball Clinic ($40 per person)
12:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Afternoon Tea
1:00 pm | Meet the Horses
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm | Putting Clinic ($50 per person)
2:00 pm | The Grand Pirate Training and Show | Resort Pool
2:00 pm | Archery
3:00 pm | Archery 

Sundays
12:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Afternoon Tea
1:00 pm | Meet the Horses
2:00 pm | Swim with a Mermaid or Bubble Show | Resort Pool
2:00 pm | Archery
3:00 pm | Archery 

Activities for All

Kids Explorer's Club at Grand Del Mar

Kid's Explorer's Club

Breathe deeply, dream wildly. Discover a place that naturally engages the curiosity of children. Kids can dive into a world of imagination with a wide array of crafts, including colorful painting, coloring books and personalized friendship bracelets. For those who love a challenge, the club’s game zone features a selection of classic board games, engaging puzzles, and exhilarating rounds of air hockey and foosball.

Pickleball at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Tennis or Pickleball

A San Diego family vacation isn’t complete without hitting the courts for a round of tennis or pickleball and enjoying time with the whole family. Private lessons and clinics are available for those looking to enhance their skills.

Fercho at Grand Del Mar
Grand Social firepit and smores
Gilbert Castellanos

Music at Grand Social

This summer unwind under the stars at Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s outdoor lounge, Grand Social, where summer evenings come alive with the Grand Social Music Series. This vibrant seasonal celebration blends live music, gourmet bites, and handcrafted cocktails in a stylish, open-air setting. Whether you’re gathering with friends or sharing a romantic evening, it’s a social experience meant to be savored. Every Friday and Saturday night features a themed celebration.

Wine Dinner event
Canyon to Coupe dinner

Culinary Series

Embark on a year-long culinary journey at Fairmont Grand Del Mar with our exclusive 2026 Culinary and Spirits Collection, featuring immersive dining experiences, expert-led tastings, and perfectly paired libations. Exceptional events await including Supper Club Under the Stars, Wine Dinners, Study Hall or Canyon to Coupe.

Join us throughout the year for unforgettable dining and beverage events, where passion for flavor meets unparalleled hospitality in a stunning setting.

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Summer Camps for Kids

Elevate your child’s summer with our exciting camps, offering a blend of fun, learning, and adventure. With professional instructors, a safe environment, engaging activities, skill development opportunities, and lasting memories, it’s an unforgettable experience. Enroll now to secure your child’s spot and make this summer a time of growth, friendship, and endless fun. Don’t miss out on giving your child the gift of a fantastic camp experience with us!

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Pool Cabana

Pools & Cabanas

Bask in the warm San Diego sunshine by one of Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s four heated pools.
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The Equestrian Center

Grand Del Mar’s Equestrian Center is Southern California’s most exquisite stable and riding center.
Sports & Fitness
Archery

Archery

Put your skills to the test at The Grand’s Archery Range. With complimentary bows & arrows, you’ll learn the basics as you take aim.
Sports & Fitness
e-bikes

Biking

Classic meets cool with our Zybra e-bikes. Breeze through our beautiful coastal canyon or set out for a two mile ride to Del Mar’s white sandy beach. The ride doesn’t get any easier than on one of our new electric bicycles.
Sports & Fitness
Man and woman hiking through trail.

Hiking

There is plenty of room to roam on The Grand’s expansive 400-acre property.
Shopping
Retail at The Preserve | Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Shopping at The Grand

Explore the retail stores at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Whether you are looking for last minute attire for the evening, or a bathing suit, accessories or shirts, one of our three boutiques has what you are looking for.
Sports & Fitness
tennis player

Tennis

Enhance your backswing at The Grand’s two professional-style tennis courts, a lush lawn and shaded viewing terrace set the scene for phenomenal play.
Sports & Fitness
Pickleball Courts

Pickleball

Perfect your Pickleball game. This booming sport has captured the interest of individuals far and wide.
Family
Kids Explorer's Club at Grand Del Mar

Kids Explorer’s Club

Breathe deeply, dream wildly. Discover a place that naturally engages the curiosity of children.
Sports & Fitness
A tree on a golf course with the sunset shining through

Golfing

With the stunning Los Peñasquitos Canyon as his canvas, Tom Fazio created a masterpiece of dramatic elevations, diverse bunkering and lush fairways.

Family Dining

family dining

Kid Friendly

Children 5 years of age and under eat for free when ordering from the Amaya or Clubhouse Grill kid’s food menu when accompanied by an adult guest. Children 6-12 years of age can order from the regular menu and receive a 50% discount when accompanied by an adult guest.

Afternoon Tea

Themed Afternoon Tea

Indulge in classic afternoon tea with a Southern California twist. Enjoy a selection of finger sandwiches prepared with exceptional local ingredients, accompanied by traditional tea scones, and an array of cakes and pastries, all complemented by champagne, specialty teas, and coffee. 

Saturdays and Sundays 
12:00 pm to 3:30 pm | $95 per adult, $45 per child plus tax and gratuity

Clubhouse Grill

Clubhouse Grill Daily Specials

Welcoming and relaxed, Clubhouse Grill is the perfect spot for families to gather and enjoy classic favorites with a fresh, flavorful twist. From hearty breakfasts and kid-friendly lunches to casual dinners that please every palate, our menu offers something for everyone. Enjoy daily specials such as Taco Tuesday or Friday Fish Fry, all served in a laid-back setting with warm hospitality. Whether you’re fueling up after a round of golf or sitting down for a family meal, Clubhouse Grill makes every visit feel like home.

Breakfast-Brunch food

Weekend Brunch

Weekend brunch at Amaya is an inviting experience designed for both relaxed mornings and special gatherings. Guests can indulge in a thoughtfully curated menu that blends elevated classics with fresh, seasonal flavors, all served in a stylish setting that feels equally suited for couples enjoying a leisurely escape or families coming together over great food. From beautifully presented dishes to attentive service, every detail is crafted to make your weekend feel indulgent, effortless, and memorable.

Saturdays and Sundays | 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

Upcoming Events

Outdoors
Archery

Archery

Put your skills to the test at The Grand’s Archery Range. Daily at 3:00 pm.
Location: Archery Range
Time: April 23rd: 3:00PM - 4:00PM
Outdoors
Kids archery

Archery

Put your skills to the test at The Grand’s Archery Range at 2:00 pm.
Location: Archery Range
Time: April 23rd: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Man and woman hiking through trail.

Canyon Hike with Trail Guide

Explore more than 37 miles of hiking trails beginning on the property grounds.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 28th: 12:15PM - 1:15PM
Tue - Sun
equestrian

Equestrian Trail Rides

Commune with nature on horseback on a trail ride through the preserve.
Location: Equestrian Center
Time: April 21st: 3:30PM - 3:30PM
Child feeding horse

Meet the Horses

Visit the equestrian center at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar to meet the horses when they are all in the stables. Tuesday through Sunday
Location: Equestrian Center
Time: April 22nd: 1:00PM - 1:30PM
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Full Body Fit

Engage in a full body workout utilizing dumbbells and body weights to target each muscular group completed with stretching to achieve comfortable muscle tone.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 22nd: 8:00AM - 9:00AM
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Full Swing Golf Clinic

Learn techniques to improve your full swing.
Location: The Grand Golf Club
Time: April 24th: 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Yoga

Gentle Yoga

Perfect for all levels, this soothing session focuses on mindful movement, relaxation, and breath work to promote inner balance and harmony.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 27th: 9:00AM - 10:00AM
Junior Golf - kid golfing

Grand Junior Golf Academy

Junior golfers learn the fundamentals of grip, posture, weight shift, speed and course etiquette. 
Location: The Grand Golf Club
Time: April 24th: 4:00PM - 5:15PM
Fercho at Grand Del Mar

Havana Nights featuring Latin Band Fercho

Experience the allure of Havana with tantalizing bites and enticing cocktails as you take in the infectious rhythms of Fercho, easily considered one of San Diego’s top Latin Cuban groups.
Location: Grand Social
Time: May 29th: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Pickleball at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Pickleball Clinic

Calling all pickleball enthusiasts - join us for our weekly pickleball clinic. This one-hour clinic will be led by our Tennis pro, Lynn Lewis, and will include drills, instruction, and social play.
Location: Pickleball/Tennis Courts
Time: April 25th: 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Tue-Sun
Girl hugging horse

Pony Rides

Lead line pony rides will be offered for the younger kids ages 2-6.
Location: Equestrian Center
Time: April 22nd: 9:30AM - 9:30AM
golfers gauging swing distance

Putting Golf Clinic

Learn techniques to improve your putting game.
Location: The Grand Golf Club
Time: April 25th: 1:00PM - 2:00PM

Restorative Flow

This dynamic yoga practice links breath to movement to create a flowing sequence of asanas with a fluid transition.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 26th: 8:00AM - 9:00AM
tennis

Tennis Clinic

Take part in some friendly competition, from lively 3-on-3 challenges to live ball cardio or round robin mixers. This one-hour clinic will be led by our Tennis pro, Lynn Lewis, and will include drills, instruction, and social play.
Location: Pickleball/Tennis Courts
Time: April 25th: 10:00AM - 11:00AM
yoga

Yoga Flow

“Just breathe” with a series of yoga poses that flow and move with the breath to focus on flexibility and align posture.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 25th: 8:00AM - 9:00AM
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Yoga Sculpt

Experience the perfect blend of mindfulness and athleticism as you sculpt your way to a stronger, more toned physique in this empowering class.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 27th: 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Bubble show

Bubble Art Show

Our Bubble artist will amaze and astound guests with a bubble display like no other.
Location: Resort Pool
Time: May 31st: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
swimming mermaid

Mermaid Show

Delight in mesmerizing swim performance, compete in lively pool games, and listen to enchanting stories from their underwater world.
Location: Resort Pool
Time: May 24th: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Pirate Show

Pirate Show

Join Bruce GrayBeard, his sidekick, Scallawag Skipper, and Patchy the parrot puppet for an interactive pirate adventure. Master your sword skills, steer the ship on stage, walk the plank, engage in a stirring cannonball battle, and listen to thrilling pirate tales from the Seven Seas.
Location: Resort Pool
Time: May 23rd: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
musicians

90s Night

Get ready to rewind time with a night filled with the biggest hits from the 90s—grunge, pop, and R&B classics that defined a generation.
Location: Grand Social
Time: May 30th: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Canyon to Coupe dinner

Canyon to Coupe

An exquisite cocktail pairing dinner set against the lush backdrop of Los Peñasquitos Canyon.
Location: Canyon Terrace
Time: April 24th: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Gilbert Castellanos

Jazz Series featuring Gilbert Castellanos

This summer, experience the vibrant rhythms and electrifying melodies as Gilbert Castellanos and the New Latin Jazz Sextet ignite the stage at Grand Social with their captivating Latin jazz tunes.
Location: Grand Social
Time: June 27th: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
explorers club kids hiking

Family Canyon Adventure

Join us for a short hike on the Shaw Trail with the family and learn about the animals that live around our trails. 
Location: Canyon Terrace
Time: May 25th: 10:00AM - 11:00AM
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Pilates Body Sculpt

Balance all muscle groups, strengthen and become more flexible while challenging your core muscles with each movement.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 27th: 2:00PM - 3:00PM
guitar

Red White and Brews

Raise a glass and enjoy an evening filled with ice-cold brews, delicious bites, and a soundtrack of classic rock, country, and all-American anthems.
Location: Grand Social
Time: June 5th: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Library at Lobby Lounge, Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Study Hall

Study Hall invites both novices and enthusiasts to delve deeper into the world of spirits.
Location: Lobby Lounge
Time: June 16th: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Supper Club Under the Stars

Supper Club Under the Stars

Discover an enchanting evening of fine dining, live music and timeless elegance beneath the open sky.
Location: Aria Lawn
Time: June 25th: 6:30PM - 10:00PM
yoga

Yoga

Yoga postures and breathing revitalize the body physically, mentally and spiritually.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 23rd: 8:00AM - 9:00AM
guitar playing

Americana

Step into the heart of the American countryside for a night steeped in the spirit of Americana.
Location: Grand Social
Time: May 23rd: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Relaxation Pool at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, San Diego

Aqua Fit

Aqua Fit is a low-impact, aquatic activity that takes the pressure off the bones, joints and muscles.
Location: Relaxation Pool
Time: April 25th: 10:15AM - 11:15AM
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Cardio Jam

A low to moderate impact cardiovascular workout athletic dance-based movements set to music to elevate your heart rate, helping you burn calories and improve cardiovascular health.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 23rd: 10:15AM - 11:15AM
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Core and More

A variety of exercises to strengthen the areas that define our core- abs, back, hips and glutes.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 24th: 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Afternoon tea

Derby Tea

Celebrate horse racing season with a thoughtfully curated afternoon tea.
Location: Lobby Lounge
Time: July 4th: 12:00PM - 3:30PM

Equine Ritual

Our Equestrian Team will have two to four horses in the corral, so guests will have the opportunity to watch some of the horses stretch their legs and have some free time.
Location: Equestrian Center
Time: May 26th: 3:30PM - 4:30PM
Movement Studio

Foam Rolling

Foam Rolling is a type of self-massage that can help you relieve tension, pain, and tightness in muscles across your whole body.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 23rd: 9:15AM - 10:15AM

Ice Cream Social

Chocolate syrup, whipped cream, and sprinkles—oh my! Stop by the Explorer’s Club to create your very own complimentary ice cream sundae.
Location: Explorer's Club
Time: May 27th: 2:30PM - 3:30PM
Afternoon tea

Mary Poppins Tea

Inspired by the beloved story, this afternoon tea brings imagination to a timeless ritual.
Location: Lobby Lounge
Time: June 6th: 12:00PM - 3:30PM
Afternoon tea

Madhatters Tea

Step into a world of playful imagination and culinary creativity. 
Location: Lobby Lounge
Time: August 1st: 12:00PM - 3:30PM
slime activity

Ocean Slime Bar

Dive into a hands-on, sensory adventure at the Ocean Slime Bar!
Location: Resort Pool
Time: May 28th: 2:30PM - 3:30PM
shark tooth activity

Shark Tales and Workshop

Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of sharks.
Location: Resort Pool
Time: May 29th: 2:30PM - 3:30PM
Sat & Sun
Afternoon Tea

Spring Tea

Celebrate spring with a family tea full of spring flavors.
Location: Lobby Lounge
Time: April 25th: 12:00PM - 3:30PM
Grand Social cabana

Sunset Sessions with DJ Chris Cantore

Ease into the evening with Sunset Sessions, a laid-back sonic escape curated by DJ Chris Cantore.
Location: Grand Social
Time: June 12th: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Yoga meditation at grand del mar

Yin Yoga

Experience deep relaxation in our Yin Yoga class with crystal sound bowls. Long-held postures and soothing vibrations harmonize your energy, promoting stress relief and inner peace.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 22nd: 11:30AM - 12:30PM
Float Fit Yoga at Grand Del Mar

Yoga Float

Find your flow on the water! This gentle Yoga Float class in our Relaxation Pool combines Hatha and Restorative poses with the unique sensation of floating. Perfect for deep relaxation and improved balance.
Location: Relaxation Pool
Time: April 22nd: 10:00AM - 11:00AM
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Yoga Stretch

This class combines yoga poses with a stretch element. You will be holding poses a bit longer to get a deeper stretch and using your breath to melt into each pose.
Location: Movement Studio
Time: April 28th: 10:00AM - 11:00AM
La Jolla Cove

Explore San Diego

Embark on a journey through the vibrant tapestry of San Diego’s iconic destinations, where sun-kissed beaches meet captivating cultural landmarks. Discover the allure of Balboa Park, home to renowned museums, lush gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Explore the whimsical world of LEGOLAND California, where imagination comes to life with thrilling rides and intricate LEGO creations. Experience the adrenaline rush at the Del Mar Racetrack, witness the majestic beauty of dolphins on a thrilling dolphin watching excursion, and catch a game with the San Diego Padres or explore the history aboard the USS Midway. Our concierge stands ready to elevate your experience, securing tickets and unlocking the essence of San Diego’s most beloved attractions.