Newport Beach Christmas Lights 2026

Guests can stroll along the bay to view dozens of floating holiday light displays and Christmas trees anchored in the water. Live fire dancing performances take place with the illuminated bay as a backdrop, alongside fire pits for roasting marshmallows...

Spectators can watch dozens of brightly decorated yachts, boats, kayaks, and canoes sail through the harbor, alongside waterfront estates illuminated for the Ring of Lights contest. The celebration includes an opening fireworks display off Newport Pier as well as synchronized...

Guests set sail along a wintry waterway transformed with whimsical seasonal décor and jubilant regional adornments on a global tour of good cheer. Inside, a costumed chorus of children sings traditional holiday tunes alongside the classic theme song. Outside, the...

Knott’s Merry Farm transforms the park into a winter festival filled with thousands of twinkling lights, themed garland, and seasonal displays. Visitors can watch the musical revue Home for the Holidays, see an ice skating show starring the Peanuts Gang,...

Dana Point Harbor transforms for the season with an illuminated holiday light display featuring more than 700,000 LED lights. Visitors can stroll past themed exhibits including a glowing whale sculpture, the harbor VW bus, and the Merry Kiss Me™ installation....

Passengers take an enchanting train ride through historic Irvine Regional Park to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus. Children can share their wish list with Santa and have their picture taken with personal cameras or by the railroad. The...

Passengers board the train to view thousands of sparkling holiday lights and festive scenes along a continuous one-mile loop through the park. After the ride, visitors can explore Santa’s Village for festive photo displays, hot chocolate, and seasonal snacks. Guests...

Guests can explore the historic Mission grounds decorated for the season with light features, a lighted halo grove, a scented citrus grove, a full-scale nativity, and community Christmas trees. Evening programming features Dickens-era carolers, visits with Santa, a harpist in...

Community members and families gather along the coastline to watch sparkling snowflakes illuminate Main Street and the Huntington Beach Pier. The celebration features a snowflake lighting ceremony that turns the downtown area into a festive holiday display. The event also...

Visitors can take an evening walk through the outdoor light displays set up throughout the Palm Court. The display includes festive installations and photo opportunities, such as sitting inside Santa's sleigh. Holiday-themed classes and activities for the entire family are...

Experience the enchanting Snoopy House Holiday Display, a cherished annual tradition in Costa Mesa. This festive event transforms the city hall area into a winter wonderland with a dazzling Snoopy Lights Display set to music. Visitors can enjoy nightly train...

Experience the magic of the holidays from the water with the Cruise of Lights®. This celebrated event transforms Huntington Harbour into a dazzling spectacle of festive illumination. Glide through the canals on a narrated boat tour, witnessing thousands of lights...

Experience the enchanting Hikari: Festival of Lights at Tanaka Farms, a beloved holiday tradition. Thousands of dazzling lights transform the farm into a winter wonderland, accompanied by cheerful holiday music. Families can enjoy festive activities, including magical wagon rides through...

Experience the magic of the holidays at South Coast Plaza's traditional Tree-Lighting Ceremony and Santa Arrival. This festive event features enchanting performances by Pacific Symphony, South Coast Repertory, and students from Orange County School of the Arts. Children can enjoy...