Ice Skating at Irvine Spectrum Center
Outdoor holiday ice rink at Irvine Spectrum Center, listed as opening November 1 with evening skate sessions. Check the Spectrum website for current prices, hours and...
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Today, Thursday, Nov 12
Saturday, Nov 14
Powwow Celebrating Native American Heritage Month 2026
Free, family and pet friendly powwow with dance and song, fry bread, Indian tacos, crafts and vendors.
Sunday, Nov 15
Huntington Beach Lantern Fest & Parade
A lantern festival and parade at Old World Village.
Tuesday, Nov 17
Knott's Merry Farm
Christmas celebration at Knott's with twinkling lights, themed garlands, snow-inspired decor and holiday shows.
Wednesday, Nov 18
Chapman Winterfest & Doy's Holiday Tree Lighting
Songs and activities lead up to the lighting of the holiday tree on the Chapman University campus. Free event parking is available with vehicle registration.
Friday, Nov 20
Knott's Merry Farm
Holiday celebration with winter decor, thousands of lights and seasonal attractions across the park.
Saturday, Nov 21
Plaza NavideΓ±a
A free holiday evening in downtown Santa Ana's Calle Cuatro plaza.
Seal Beach Christmas Tree Lighting
Pictures with Santa, snow sledding, Dickens carolers, cookies and cocoa, and the lighting of the tree.
Tuesday, Nov 24
Hikari: Festival of Lights at Tanaka Farms
Wagon ride through the Land of a Thousand Lanterns with light displays and photo spots. Closed Dec 24, 25 and 31.
Thursday, Nov 26
Dana Point Turkey Trot
The 49th annual Thanksgiving Day race at Dana Point Harbor: 5K, 10K, combo 15K and a kids' 1-mile Gobble Wobble.
Friday, Nov 27
Fire & Lights Festival at Newport Dunes
Floating holiday lights on the bay, fire dancing Friday and Saturday evenings, s'mores fire pits, inflatable slides and Santa photos on Saturdays. Thursday through Sun...
WinterFest OC
Ice tubing, outdoor skating, snow play, 30+ carnival rides, nightly tree lightings and holiday treats.
Hikari: Festival of Lights
A walk-through light festival on the farm grounds, open Wednesday through Sunday evenings, plus Dec 21 to 23. Closed Dec 24 and 25. Last admission is 7:30 PM, and park...
Irvine Park Railroad Christmas Train
Holiday train rides through the park's decorated grounds. Reservations are required, and a vehicle entrance fee applies.
Great Park Thanksgiving Open (USTA Level 7)
Single-day USTA junior tournament.
San Juan Capistrano Christmas Tree Season Opening Day
Opening day of the Christmas tree season at Farmakis Farms.
Saturday, Nov 28
A Christmas Carol at South Coast Repertory
The Dickens holiday classic returns to the stage in Costa Mesa for its seasonal run.
Sunday, Nov 29
Santa's Arrival & Christmas Tree Lighting
Festival activities start in the afternoon, then Santa arrives by fire engine around 6:00 PM and the tree is lit. A shuttle runs from 3 to 7 PM.
Thursday, Dec 3
All Is Bright Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting
A free evening of holiday fun and a tree lighting at the Town Center.
Brea Tree Lighting Ceremony
Brea's annual community tree lighting at the Civic & Cultural Center.
Friday, Dec 4
Buena Park Christmas Tree Lighting
Attractions and vendors open at 5:00 PM, the tree is lit at 6:00 PM, and the evening wraps at 8:00 PM.
Laguna Beach Hospitality Night
Downtown Laguna Beach kicks off the season with Santa lighting the tree at 6:10 PM.
Tustin Christmas Tree Lighting
Old Town Tustin lights its tree, with a market from 5:00 PM before the ceremony.
Saturday, Dec 5
Boat Rides with Santa
Short harbor rides aboard the Dana Pride with Santa. Reservations required.
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Mini Melodies, a free monthly music program for young children and their families at MainPlace Mall
A free monthly music session for young children, held the first Wednesday of each month. Mini Melodies is a free monthly music hour for toddlers and young children hel...
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Discovery Day at the Farm
A recurring Discovery Day program at Centennial Farm. See the OC Fair calendar for details and registration.
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Newport Beach Holiday Lights Cruises
A 75-minute evening harbor cruise past decorated waterfront homes and boats, with departures at 5:30, 7:00 and 8:30 PM. Reservations are required.
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Holidayz at the Park and Pop-up Exhibit
Seasonal holiday programming and a pop-up exhibit at the Orange County Great Park.
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Oktoberfest at Old World Village
German food and beer, oom-pah bands and dancing. Family-friendly by day, 21+ on weekend nights.
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Pumpkins & Harvest Festival
A pumpkin patch and harvest festival with family activities, local food and live entertainment. Times vary; check the festival site.
Year-round favorites
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Dana Point Harbor
Waterfront dining, shopping, whale watching, harbor cruises and ocean views.
∞ Any week
San Clemente Pier
Oceanfront dining, beach walks, fishing and Southern California sunsets.
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