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 Holiday
Events
Details
of holiday events beginning in November.
You'll find holiday boutiques, tree lightings, visits from Santa, boat parades, New Year's Eve events and much more!
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 Tamale Festival - La Habra
Saturday, December 6, 2025
10 am - 8 pm
Live entertainment on three stages, tamales, food vendors, retail vendors, informational booths, children's play activities, a cantina, performances from local dance studios, holiday tree lighting, and a Holiday Firework show!
The event also features a free special event shuttle that brings residents and visitors to the festival from convenient off-site parking areas.
LOCATION:
301 S Euclid St.
La Habra, CA |
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 Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Old Town San Diego
Saturday, December 6, 2025
11:20am
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Old Town San Diego. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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 Boat
Rides with Santa
December 6-7, 2025
Trips run from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Come
aboard for a twenty-minute Harbor cruise with
Santa and his helpers. Santa will be hearing those
Christmas wishes as you cruise the Harbor. Bring
your cameras for pictures with Santa. Tickets are $5 per person and all proceeds will benefit the Soroptimist of Capistrano Bay.
LOCATION:
Dana Wharf Sportfishing docks
34675 Golden Lantern - between Jon’s Fish Market and Wind and Sea
INFORMATION:
(949) 496-5794 or (949) 923-2255 |
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 Tamale Festival - Placentia
Thursday, December 11, 2025
4-10 pm
The Placentia Santa Fe Merchants Association and the City of Placentia are proud to bring you the annual Tamale Festival to be held in Old Town Placentia in the 100-200 blocks of Santa Fe Street.
The event will feature live entertainment, food and tamale vendors, non-profit booths, business booths, a beer garden, pictures with Santa Claus, a Holiday Tree Lighting, and a kid's games area.
LOCATION:
Santa Fe Street
Placentia, Ca |
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 Surfing Santa Competition - Dana Point
Saturday, December 13, 2025
A fun surf competition where men, women and children dress like Santa or other holiday inspired characters and surf Salt Creek to benefit Surfers Healing.
LOCATION:
Salt Creek Beach
Dana, Point, CA
INFORMATION:
949.240.5088 |
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 Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Laguna Beach
Saturday, December 13, 2025
11:00am
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Downtown Laguna Beach: including the areas of Main Beach, Heisler Park, Browns Park and the dowtown area around PCH and Forest Ave. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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 Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
Newport Beach/Newport Bay
December 17-21, 2025
As the 116th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade moves its way through the Newport Harbor this December, the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Committee, with the leadership of The Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce, will continue with its parade route starting and ending point at Tip of Lido Isle. The parade will begin at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night from December 17-21, 2025
For those of you that would like to be in parade both Newport Landing and Davey's Locker will offer general admission cruises nightly every night of the parade that are a part of the actual parade. Viewing the parade from a ship means that you see all of the parade and homes in full decor that line the waterfront. General admission tickets can be reserved over the phone.
LOCATIONS
FOR CRUISES:
November 29 - January 1, 2025
Offered nightly (check websites for times)
Newport
Landing
309 Palm - Suite A,
Newport Beach Ca 92661
Davey's
Locker
400 Main St.,
Newport Beach, CA 92661
INFORMATION:
949-675-0551 |
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 Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Huntington Beach
Saturday, December 20, 2025
11:20am
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Downtown Huntington Beach: including the Huntington Beach Pier, Downtown Shops, Beach Walking Trail, Pacific City, and Triangle Park. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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 Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Dana Point
Saturday, December 27, 2025
10:45am
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Dana Point: including Dana Point Harbor, Doheny Beach, Dana Island, Lantern Bay Park, Heritage Park, and landmarks along Pacific Coast Hwy. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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 Winter Fest OC - Costa Mesa
November 28, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Winter Fest OC transforms the OC Fair & Event Center into a winter wonderland with oversized holiday decor, more than a million lights, and endless opportunities for memory-making. Enjoy the magic of the holiday season with past Winter Fest OC favorites as well as all-new activities! Activities include; North Pole Journey, ice skating under the stars, 150 foot long ice tubing slide, snowboard simulator, carnival thrills, food and drinks, holiday market, photo ops., and so much more!
LOCATION:
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 |
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January
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 Annual
Surf City Splash & Pancake Breakfast - Huntington Beach
January 1, 2026
Celebrate
the New Year with a dip into the chilly Pacific
Ocean. No wetsuits - that's cheating!
Schedule:
TBA
LOCATION:
PCH & Main
Huntington Beach, CA |
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 Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Newport Beach
Saturday, January 3, 2026
11:20 am
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Newport Beach - including The Fun Zone, Balboa Pier, Peninsula Park, and the ferry to Balboa Island. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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Winter Fest OC - Costa Mesa
Late November - Janury 4, 2026
Winter Fest OC transforms the OC Fair & Event Center into a winter wonderland with oversized holiday decor, more than a million lights, and endless opportunities for memory-making. Enjoy the magic of the holiday season with past Winter Fest OC favorites as well as all-new activities! Activities include; North Pole Journey, ice skating under the stars, 150 foot long ice tubing slide, snowboard simulator, carnival thrills, food and drinks, holiday market, photo ops., and so much more!
LOCATION:
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 |
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 Fiesta
Association Hairiest Man Contest - San
Juan Capistrano
Saturday January 10, 2026
11 am - 3 pm
One
of the wackiest contests the Fiesta Association
holds. You must come to the sign-ups with a "Smooth
Puss" (clean shaven) and ready to be photographed
for the "Most Wanted" poster. You then have 9
weeks to grow a beard or moustache that will be
judged at the Fiesta Grande in March
LOCATION:
Swallows Inn
Ortega Hwy & Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION:
949-615-1920 |
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 Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - San Clemente
Saturday, January 10, 2026
10:45 am
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Downtown San Clemente: including The San Clemente Pier, Beach Trails and the Downtown Shops along Del Mar. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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 SnowFest - Lake Forest
January 10, 2026
10:30 am
Slide into the new year with Snowfest on January 10, 2026. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the snow, games, and a sled ride down Mount Pittsford!
The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and offers 3 sessions for families. Wristbands are $10 per person. Get your wristbands at the Lake Forest Sports Park and Recreation Center today - they sell out fast!
LOCATION:
Pittsford Park
21701 Pittsford Dr
Lake Forest, California 92630
INFORMATION:
For more information please call The Lake Forest Recreation Center at 949-273-6960 |
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Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Old Town San Diego
Saturday, January 17, 2026
11:20 am
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Old Town San Diego. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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 Taste
of San Juan - San Juan Capistrano
Thursday, January 29, 2026
6-9 pm
Help launch the kick-off celebration of the Fiesta de las Golondrinas at The Limo Barn at Reata Park. The Taste brings together many of San Juan's marvelous restaurants under one roof to tempt you with 'tastes' of their fare. Includes live music.
LOCATION:
San Juan Hills Golf Club
32120 San Juan Creek Rd
San Juan Capistrano, CA
INFORMATION:
949-615-1920 |
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February
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 Surf
City USA Marathon & Half Marathon - Huntington
Beach
February 1, 2026
This award-winning, Boston-Qualifying, course is considered one of the best courses in the country and is well known for being scenic and flat. Runners come from all over to experience this exhilarating run. The race starts along the Pacific Coast Highway and passes by the famous Huntington Beach pier.
Location:
21100 Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach, Ca
INFORMATION:
info@runsurfcity.com
888-422-0786 |
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 Laguna
Beach Music Festival - Laguna Beach
February 2-7, 2026
A co-presentation of Laguna Beach Live! and the Philharmonic Society of Orange County
The Laguna Beach Music Festival is a multi-day series of classical and contemporary concerts, community engagement programs, and dynamic special events.
LOCATION:
Laguna Beach
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Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Newport Beach
Saturday, February 7, 2026
11:20 am (you must arrive by 11:00am)
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Newport Beach - including The Fun Zone, Balboa Pier, Peninsula Park, and the ferry to Balboa Island. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Dana Point
Saturday, February 14, 2026
10:45 am (you must arrive by 10:25 am)
Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…
Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Dana Point: including Dana Point Harbor, Doheny Beach, Dana Island, Lantern Bay Park, Heritage Park, and landmarks along Pacific Coast Hwy. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?
This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.
INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events. Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets. |
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 German Style Carnival Kinderkarneva - Huntington
Beach
Sunday, February 15, 2026
3-6 pm
Hosted by German Campus School
Join German School Campus for an afternoon of fun, music, and magic! Celebrate Kinderkarneval with a free family event featuring music, games, costumes, and joyful German traditions with the German School Camp.
LOCATION:
Old World Festival Hall
7561 Center Ave
Huntington Beach |
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 2026 Tet Parade - Westminster
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Opening Ceremony
8:30 am
The Tet Parade is a grandiose event that has celebrated the Lunar New Year in Little Saigon for over two decades. Every year Vietnamese communities across the globe tune in to watch the event broadcasted by local TV stations and social media platforms. The Tet Parade features floats, marching bands, lion dances, color guards, veterans and youth organizations, martial arts, multi-cultural attires, elected officials, scout organizations, community organizations, and an array of local and international businesses.
LOCATION:
Parade begins at the intersection of Bolsa Avenue and Magnolia Street, and heads eastbound on Bolsa Avenue. The Parade will turn right on Bushard Street and head southbound, ending at Bishop Place. |
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Black History Parade and Unity Festival
