Santa at the Circle Brings Holiday Fun | OLAX

Holiday Gift Event in Borrego Springs

On Sunday, December 14, families gathered at Christmas Circle for the annual Santa at the Circle Gift Giveaway, a holiday event organized by OLAX – Organización de Latinx de Borrego Springs in collaboration with community partners.

Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived at the event aboard a Borrego Springs's San Diego County fire truck, while the Grinch made an appearance in a decorated truck, interacting with children throughout the afternoon. Holiday music played during the event, creating a seasonal backdrop as families moved through the activities.

The Event was Open to all Families

Children met Santa and Mrs. Claus for photos, received a stuffed animal, and then walked through a decorated toy tunnel, where they selected a gift to take home.

Free cookies and hot chocolate were provided for everyone. Volunteers assisted with greeting families, guiding children through each station, and supporting gift distribution to ensure that each child received an age-appropriate gift in an organized and efficient way.

Volunteers included members of OLAX, Miss Borrego and the Princesses, and S-Interact students, a Rotary–Soroptimist youth service group. Their coordination helped the event run smoothly and safely.

The Santa at the Circle Gift Giveaway reflected continued community collaboration in Borrego Springs, bringing together local organizations, volunteers, and families for a shared holiday tradition.