Orange County Events - December 2022
Let the holiday cheer begin! There are so many festivals, holiday lights, and boat parade fun to be had. Check out the Orange County December events!
ORANGE COUNTY FARMER’S MARKETS - ONGOING
List of Farmers Markets in Orange County. www.orangecounty.net/html/farmersmarkets.html
Christmas Lights Through DecembeR
http://www.orangecounty.net/html/christmas_lights.html
Knott’s Merry Farm Through Jan. 1
Guests of all ages can embrace the joy of Christmas at Knott’s Merry Farm, with classic shows like the Holiday Ice Show featuring Snoopy, the Peanuts Gang, and a cast of world-class ice skaters, the nightly tree lighting ceremony, and The Christmas Carol. Plus stroll through the merry streets of Calico for unique seasonal treats, Santa’s Christmas Cabin, traditional live Christmas Carolers, a Christmas Crafts Village, an enchanting Snow and Glow show with nightly falling snow, and so much more.
https://www.knotts.com/play/merry-farm/attractions
SoCal’s Ultimate Winter Festival Through Jan. 1
Come experience the magic when winter comes to SoCal! This festival features loads of winter fun including: outdoor ice skating, ice tubing down a 9-lane, 150-foot mountain, a snow play area, a light maze, live music, food, drinks, and MUCH more.
https://winterfestoc.com/
Sawdust Winter Festival Weekends through Dec. 18
The Festival will feature 150 artists, three stages of live music, holiday-inspired festival classes and ceramics, art demonstrations, daily visits with Santa, carolers, a petting zoo, thousands of lights and decorations to capture your perfect festive selfie, and so much more! https://sawdustartfestival.org
Tamale Festival Dec. 3
The largest tamale festival in Orange County is held on Euclid St., between La Habra Blvd. and Bridenbecker Avenue. Activities will include a tamale contest, dance performances by local studios, musical performances, and the Mariachi Divas.
http://www.lahabraca.gov/677/Tamale-Festival
Candy Caneland & Craft Faire Dec. 3
This is a winter holiday celebration featuring wonderful activities for the whole family! This year’s event will once again feature snow slides, live entertainment, a petting zoo, and over 100 artisan craft booths. http://www.buenapark.com/
Fountain Valley Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 3
This special holiday event will feature guests from the North Pole as well as performances by various community groups, delicious food available for purchase from local non-profit organizations, games, a spectacular fireworks show, and much more! The fun begins at 4:30 p.m. and is FREE to attend!
https://www.fountainvalley.org/
Puttin’ On the Glitz Dec. 3
Get into the holiday spirit with a visit from Santa Claus, holiday carolers, shopping, dining, a beer and wine garden, train rides, sweet treats, and much more at San Clemente’s Village by the Sea. https://scdba.org/Glitz
47th Annual Boat Parade Dec. 9-11
Get ready for a “Surfin’ USA” takeover at Dana Point Harbor during the 47th Annual Boat Parade of Lights! Visit Santa, do some shopping, and enjoy all the holidays have to offer!
https://danapointharbor.com/
2022 Laguna Niguel Holiday Parade Dec. 10
The parade includes beautiful equestrian units, patriotic and inspirational military tributes, world-class athletes, spirit-filled youth groups, classic auto clubs, talented marching bands, and some of the biggest attractions in the nation!
https://www.cityoflagunaniguel.org/563/Holiday-Parade
HANUKKAH EVENTS - dec. 7-20
From Menorah lightings to sing-a-longs to festivals…find your Hanukkah fun here:
https://www.sandytoesandpopsicles.com/orange-county/hanukkah-events-in-orange-county/
MR. & MRS CLAUS PHOTOS FOR A CAUSE - dec. 10
Please join Santa and Mrs. Claus at Pottery Barn at The Shops at Mission Viejo for the best holiday picture ever! December 10th from 11am to 3 pm.
They will be fundraising for St Jude. If you would like to make a donation, please do, but it is not required… they will be there for the smiles and goodwill.
Home for the Holidays Dec. 11
The Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption Fair will feature more than 30 pet rescue groups and animal shelters along with, pet-related vendors (food, toys,micro-chipping, etc.). Help us find 500 furry friends a home this holiday season!
https://www.cityofirvine.org/irvine-animal-care-center/home-holidays
114th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Dec. 14-18
FREE to the public. The boat parade will light up the harbor for five consecutive nights. The parade starts at Bay Island at 6:30 p.m. each night. https://www.christmasboatparade.com
Santa Claus for a Cause Dec. 17
This Christmas themed race is everything Christmas! Live carolers, hot chocolate, cookies, treats, and snow! Proceeds from the event will be donated to children in Africa to provide Christmas dinner, gifts, school fees, clothing, and medical expenses.
https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/HuntingtonBeach/SantaClausForACause
Beach Clean Up Dec. 17
All are welcome! Join us as we preserve our
beach’s natural beauty!
http://www.saveourbeach.org/
Run in the New Year 5K/10K Dec. 31
Write a New Year resolution on the back of your bib and RUN, JOG, or WALK it into the new year!
https://runsignup.com/Race/33119/PrivacyPolicy
New Year’s Eve Celebrations Dec. 31
A list of New Year’s Eve celebrations in Orange County.
https://www.orangecounty.net/html/new_years.html
