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Holiday Happenings in Southern California
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items Fun things to do throughout SoCal during this festive time!
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Holiday Activities
Fun Holiday Activity Experiences in Orange County
This is an immersive holiday concert hosted by pop icon Joey McIntyre that brings more than 25 of the greatest holiday movie soundtracks to life in a dazzling, cinematic celebration filled with music, laughter, and joy.
TINSELCOLOR | Holiday Soundtracks Live
The candlelight concerts are absolutely stunning and what better way to experience the holidays then with the music of The Nutcracker
Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More
This is such a fun way to see Christmas lights if you are in Southern California! It does get a little chilly on the water so make sure you bundle up!
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade - Reservation Request Form | $23 Discount!
‘Tis the season for Irvine Park Railroad’s annual Christmas Train. Come with family and friends and take this enchanting ride through historic Irvine Regional Park to meet Santa Claus. The train will depart from the train station and drop passengers ...
Christmas Train | Christmas Events | Family Entertainment | Orange County
Join Dana Point Harbor in the spirit of the season. Holiday lights presented by Dana Point Harbor Partners will be on display from November 12, 2025 – January 4, 2026. Annual displays include holiday favorites Happy Harbor Days, Merry Kiss Me, and mo...
Happy Harbor Days
For over three decades, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa's Festival of Lights has captivated the hearts of the Inland Empire Southern California community and is a cherished holiday tradition, earning the title of "Best Public Lights Display" by USA T...
Festival of Lights | Christmas at The Mission Inn
Knotts Berry Farm has Knotts Merry Farm every holiday season with holiday activities that include the famous peanuts characters, live entertainment and a whole lot of fun!
Knott's Berry Farm
The holidays have officially arrived at the Disneyland Resort, with several beautifully decorated Christmas trees, the Christmas Fantasy Parade, the Festival of the Holidays Food festival, and the famous Disney characters in their holiday best!
Holiday & Christmas Celebrations at the Disneyland Resort
This tree is a little difficult to find, but super fun and unique to Orange County! You do have to park across the street and hike or shuttle to the beach to find it.
2025 Beach Christmas Tree at Crystal Cove
One weekend is filled with lights AND entertainment and one is NOT. Either way it brings some fun Holiday spirit to the park :)
Lake Forest Heritage Hill Historic Park
The Parks and Rec department Tustin will be hosting a Tree lighting in the Historic Old Town Tustin on December 5th. This event is free!
Tree Lighting | Tustin, CA
This event has been on my list, but I have not had a chance to make it out. The OC Fairgrounds are completely transformed into a winter wonderland!
Home - Winterfest OC
Live Theater
I am a big theater lover and love to attend local shows. These are some holiday shows ghappening this year!
Whether it’s your first time or a cherished tradition, this timeless classic is sure to rekindle your holiday spirit! Gather your loved ones and celebrate the season with festive music, joyful dancing and the heartwarming story of one magical, life-c...
A Christmas Carol | South Coast Repertory
Check out Scrooge the musical at the Chance Theater to learn the true meaning of Christmas with live theater! The Chance is a great local theater brining entertainment to Orange County. I love musicals and this is going to be a great one!
Scrooge!: The Musical
The Nutcracker is returning the Segerstrom Center for the Arts to bring in the holidays! The American Ballet theater puts on this beautiful production annually and it is the perfect ballet to see this December!
American Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker
Back by popular demand! Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno returns again with their holiday spectacular that has been entertaining audiences since 1971 and has become a family favorite! This vibrant and unique production celebrates Mexico’s ...
Navidad en Mexico - La Mirada Theatre