Nov27Fri
Christmas with The Alley Cats
A holiday music and comedy show at Curtis Theatre in Brea. Details and tickets through Facebook.com.
On set dates
123 events
Nov27Fri
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...
Nov27Fri
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...
Nov27Fri
Irvine Park Railroad Christmas Train
Holiday train rides through the park's decorated grounds. Reservations are required, and a vehicle entrance fee applies.
Nov27Fri
San Juan Capistrano Christmas Tree Season Opening Day
Opening day of the Christmas tree season at Farmakis Farms.
Nov27Fri
WinterFest OC
Ice tubing, outdoor skating, snow play, 30+ carnival rides, nightly tree lightings and holiday treats.
Nov28Sat
A Christmas Carol at South Coast Repertory
The Dickens holiday classic returns to the stage in Costa Mesa for its seasonal run.
Nov28Sat
Anaheim Holiday Makers Market
A marché de créateurs at Farmer's Park in Anaheim. Details and tickets through Oazis.app.
Nov29Sun
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.
Dec3Thu
All Is Bright Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting
A free evening of holiday fun and a tree lighting at the Town Center.
Dec3Thu
Brea Tree Lighting Ceremony
Brea's annual community tree lighting at the Civic & Cultural Center.
Dec4Fri
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.
Dec4Fri
Laguna Beach Hospitality Night
Downtown Laguna Beach kicks off the season with Santa lighting the tree at 6:10 PM.
Dec4Fri
Tustin Christmas Tree Lighting
Old Town Tustin lights its tree, with a market from 5:00 PM before the ceremony.
Dec5Sat
Boat Rides with Santa
Short harbor rides aboard the Dana Pride with Santa. Reservations required.
Dec5Sat
Breakfast with Santa (Westminster)
Pancake breakfast and photos with Santa. Pre-registration is required; no walk-ins.
Dec5Sat
Crystal Cove 30th Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar
A holiday bazaar all day, Santa visits from 3:30 PM and the tree lighting program runs 3:00 to 5:30 PM at the historic cottages.
Dec5Sat
Dana Point Tree Lighting
Dana Point lights its holiday tree at La Plaza Park.
Dec5Sat
Holiday on Main Street
A free holiday evening on Yorba Linda's Main Street.
Dec5Sat
Illuminate Irvine
A City of Irvine holiday lighting celebration at the Great Park.
Dec5Sat
La Habra Tamale Festival
A free street festival of tamales, food and family fun along Euclid Street in La Habra.
Dec5Sat
Make It, Take It: DIY Winter Wreaths
Make a winter wreath at Centennial Farm. Ribbon and décor selection is limited, so feel free to bring your own.
Dec5Sat
Puttin' on the Glitz
Holiday festivities along downtown San Clemente's Avenida Del Mar.
Dec5Sat
Santa's Village by the Sea
A holiday evening with Santa at the San Clemente Community Center.
Running all season
11 listingsSeasonMulti-week
20 Years Later: The Great Picture
A City of Irvine exhibit at Irvine City Hall marking 20 years since The Great Picture.
SeasonMulti-week
American Red Cross Blood Drive at MainPlace
A monthly blood donation drive at MainPlace Mall, noon to 6 PM.
SeasonMulti-week
First Thursdays Art Walk
On the first Thursday of each month, Laguna Beach galleries stay open late for a free, self-guided art walk.
SeasonMulti-week
Mini Melodies at MainPlace
A free monthly music session for young children, held the first Wednesday of each month.
SeasonMulti-week
Oktoberfest at Old World Village
German food and beer, oom-pah bands and dancing. Family-friendly by day, 21+ on weekend nights.
SeasonMulti-week
Primrose Market
A recurring market held at MainPlace Mall.
New on Spotlight on SoCal
Sports pages
A page for each sport, including soccer, swimming, football, basketball and more, with pro, college and high school games in one list.
Thinking about buying or selling in Southern California?
Reach out to Bruce and Veronica and let them help you make sense of the market, cities and neighborhoods.