Santa Clarita Christmas Events 2026
Your guide to the best Christmas events in Santa Clarita and nearby
The Santa Clarita Valley and surrounding areas embrace the holiday season with a steady stream of community gatherings. From dazzling light displays and charming farm-based celebrations to theatrical performances and lively parades, there are many ways to experience the local Yuletide spirit.
Among the notable events, you'll find large-scale winter wonderlands drawing crowds, alongside classic holiday productions and unique seasonal markets, such as those in Palmdale, Burbank, and even a special holiday market in Los Angeles.
Browse Christmas Near Santa Clarita by Category
Christmas Shows
Mexican holiday traditions featuring Aida Cuevas, folkloric dance, and mariachi music.
Christmas Lights
Holiday street festival featuring 20 tons of snow and tree lighting.
Christmas Markets
Farm festival featuring holiday parades, racing pigs, and caroling wagon rides.
Christmas Parties
Walk through holiday installations to a secret speakeasy cabaret and burlesque show.
Christmas Giving Opportunities
Collects holiday toys and wrapping supplies for youth up to 17.
Unique & Unusual Christmas Events
Uniquely themed trees, Santa's Village, and a Gingerbread Village.
Editor's Picks
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Light Up Main Street
Holiday street festival featuring 20 tons of snow and tree lighting.
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Strawberry & Fig's Jingle Fest '25
Largest Christmas Market with 275+ artisan vendors
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Holidays at the Farm
Farm festival featuring holiday parades, racing pigs, and caroling wagon rides.
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Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra: Sounds of the Season
Annual holiday concert with live orchestra and special guests.
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Hollywood Christmas Parade
· Los Angeles
Star-studded holiday tradition featuring dazzling floats, marching bands, and balloons.
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Holiday in the Park
· Burbank
Free community festival spanning twelve blocks of Magnolia Boulevard.
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Santa Clarita Christmas FAQ
What are the biggest annual Christmas events in Santa Clarita?
The Holiday Light Tour on the Santa Clarita Trolley and Old Town Newhall’s Light Up Main Street are among the city’s largest annual Christmas events, drawing families and visitors each December.
What holiday traditions are unique to Santa Clarita?
Santa Clarita is known for its neighborhood light displays, especially Wakefield Wonderland, and festive downtown events that bring the community together each holiday season.
Which neighborhoods are best for Christmas lights in Santa Clarita?
Wakefield Court and other residential streets in Santa Clarita are famous for their elaborate light displays, making them top destinations for holiday light tours.
Where can I find Christmas markets and local makers in Santa Clarita?
Old Town Newhall hosts seasonal markets, and local pop-ups around the city feature artisans and vendors during the holiday season.
What are the best free or budget-friendly holiday activities in Santa Clarita?
Neighborhood light displays, free holiday markets, and community events like Light Up Main Street offer festive fun without a cost in Santa Clarita.
What are good picks for families with kids in Santa Clarita?
The Holiday Light Tour, Old Town Newhall’s events, and visits to Santa at Valencia Town Center are great options for families with children in Santa Clarita.
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Indiana Ballet Conservatory's The Nutcracker
📍 Carmel , IN , United States
Classic holiday ballet performance
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