Oxnard Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Oxnard and surrounding areas
Oxnard celebrates Christmas 2025 with holiday activities that light up the historic downtown and harborfront, offering seasonal entertainment and family-friendly events. From The Nutcracker performances to the Oxnard Christmas Parade and Santa to the Sea runs, visitors will find Christmas markets and holiday attractions near the Channel Islands Harbor. Explore Downtown Oxnard and Plaza Park for Holiday lights, festive shopping, and seasonal performances that showcase local artisans and coastal charm.
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Christmas Markets
23 eventsAnnual Christmas Parade and Santa's Village with local vendors.
Christmas Shows
18 eventsSeasonal choral performance by Village Voices Chorale
Christmas Lights
11 eventsAnnual illuminated boat parade and fireworks show
Christmas Parties
10 eventsNaughty and nice holiday speakeasy with burlesque and live music.
Other Christmas Activities
38 eventsAnnual downtown tree lighting ceremony
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ZooLights at Santa Barbara Zoo
(Santa Barbara)
Thousands of handcrafted lanterns illuminating the zoo at night.
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49th Annual Ventura Harbor Parade of Lights & Fireworks: Let It Glow
(Ventura)
Annual illuminated boat parade and fireworks show
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Downtown Ventura Tree Lighting Ceremony
(Ventura)
Annual downtown tree lighting ceremony
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Hollywood Christmas Parade
(Los Angeles)
93rd annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
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Camarillo Christmas Parade & Santa's Village
(Camarillo)
Annual Christmas Parade and Santa's Village with local vendors.
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Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration
(Beverly Hills)
Iconic holiday lighting celebration on Rodeo Drive
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The biggest events include the Oxnard Christmas Parade in early December, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Plaza Park, and the Christmas Tree Lane light displays in Historic Downtown. The Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Lights is also a major highlight.
Oxnard’s unique traditions include the Holly Trolley Tours through decorated neighborhoods and the Christmas Tree Lane drive-through light display in the Henry T. Oxnard National Historic District, showcasing community-decorated homes and festive spirit.
The Historic Downtown area, especially along F and G Streets, is renowned for its Christmas Tree Lane displays. The Henry T. Oxnard National Historic District is also a top neighborhood for festive light displays and decorations.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors can be found at Plaza Park during the Christmas Tree Lighting event, as well as at various neighborhood markets and community centers throughout Oxnard during the holiday season.
Free or budget-friendly options include visiting neighborhood light displays, walking the Christmas Tree Lane, attending the Christmas Parade, and exploring free holiday markets with vendor stalls and seasonal entertainment.
Family-friendly picks include the Christmas Parade, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony with its makers’ market, the Holly Trolley Tours, and the Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Lights, all offering festive fun suitable for children.