As the year draws to a close, have some fun and celebrate all things merry and bright at these festive family holiday events in and around Orange County.
Night of Lights OC · OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
December 3 – January 3
Take a magical interactive drive through a winter wonderland of light and sound, including animated lights set to music and a Christmas tree lighting spectacular.
Elf on a Shelf Magical Holiday Journey · Pomona Fairplex
November 18 – January 3
Travel through an enchanted, immersive elf-sized world with magic around every turn—all from the safety of your car. Along the way, kids can join in a scavenger hunt for hidden sleigh bells in their quest to save Christmas.
Irvine Park Railroad Christmas Train to Santa · Irvine Regional Park
November 27 – December 23
Bring family and friends on this nighttime train journey through historic Irvine Regional Park to the North Pole, where Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet travelers from a safe distance.
Hikari: A Festival of Lights · Tanaka Farms
5380 ¾ University Drive, Irvine
November 27 – January 10
Hikari means “shine” in Japanese—and this season, Tanaka Farms has made its property shine with over a mile of twinkling lights. Drive through this 30-acre farm and experience a very special holiday light show.
