Events

Kick off the holiday season with Balboa Bay Resort’s spectacular annual Tree Lighting celebration. Enjoy a dazzling new musical performance, “Magical Holiday Wishes!” presented by OCSA’s MONTAGE! featuring festive characters including Frosty, Rudolph, Santa, Mrs. Claus, and more. The evening includes live singers, energetic dancers, the lighting of a brand-new 20-foot Christmas tree, and a […]

Kick off the season of giving with the American Red Cross and the Dana Point Yacht Club. Schedule an appointment and give the gift of life with your next donation. Visit the Red Cross drive page at redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=dpyc.

Celebrate Thanksgiving morning at the 48th Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot. Participants can choose from a 5K, 10K, 15K Combo, or the Kids 1-Mile Gobble Wobble. Every registration includes a 2025 commemorative T-shirt, finisher medal, race bib with timed results (Kids Gobble Wobble not timed), and a virtual goody bag. It’s a fun, active way […]

Celebrate Small Business Saturday by shopping locally along Belmont Shore’s vibrant 28-block shopping district. This national day is dedicated to supporting small businesses and strengthening local communities, making it the perfect time to find unique gifts for loved ones while enjoying the charm of 2nd Street. To make the experience even sweeter, parking on 2nd […]

Spend the afternoon by the water and enjoy live music from The GAMBLE at Ventura Harbor Village, where the Promenade Stage will come alive with a family-friendly, oceanfront performance that perfectly captures the coastal vibe. Relax along the harbor, dine at a waterfront restaurant, or stroll through the Village’s collection of charming boutiques, artisan galleries, […]

Celebrate the spirit of the season at the Holiday Open House at Mt. Ada, a cherished Catalina Island tradition offering festive fun and breathtaking views. Guests are invited to enjoy an afternoon of community fellowship featuring live music, holiday cookies and beverages, a special visit from Santa, and guided tours of the historic Mt. Ada […]

Join St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church for the 19th Annual Ladies Christmas Brunch, a sweet and festive way to kick off the holiday season. Enjoy a warm morning of fellowship, holiday cheer, and community in St. Catherine’s Parish Hall. Guests are encouraged to bring a canned good for the community food basket and to […]

Activity wristband prices: Early bird, $12; Day-of, $15; (San Clemente residents get 25% discount); Other fees may apply Kick off the season at Santa’s Village by the Sea with shopping, Santa visits, a Snow Hill for sledding, holiday games and crafts, a gingerbread contest, the Hops & Holly Lounge, local vendors, and live entertainment. A […]

The Port of Los Angeles proudly sponsors the 2025 Annual Los Angeles Harbor Holiday Afloat Parade. Spectators can enjoy a festive display of decorated boats of all shapes and sizes […]

Celebrate the season with a magical morning by the beach at The Roundhouse’s festive Breakfast with Santa. Enjoy the restaurant’s signature breakfast menu along with seasonal holiday specials, then capture […]