Tree Lightings are the perfect way to begin the holidays here in Orange County! Many OC cities are having wonder Tree Lighting presentations. Most are FREE and included holiday performances, Santa, activities and more!
Here is aa huge list of OC Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies listed by city.
Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Orange County, CA
Here is a list of all the tree lightings in Orange County. You will find a detailed description of each of the OC Christmas Tree Lighting events below:
Aliso Viejo Tree Lightings
Annual All is Bright Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting
November 30, 2023
Aliso Viejo Town Center Fountain & Amphitheater
26901 Aliso Creek Rd Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
FREE
Enjoy holiday cheer, train rides, ornament making, community and aerial performances, and a magical snow fall! There will be a visit from jolly ole St. Nick during the 22-foot tree lighting.
Anaheim Tree Lightings
Anaheim Tree Lighting & Nutcracker Holiday Village
December 3, 2023
Downtown Anaheim
Corner of Clementine and Center Street Promenade
FREE
Ring in the holidays with the very special Anaheim tree lighting celebration. Guests will enjoy a variety of holiday happenings including dog costume contest, holiday crafts, unique shopping, pictures with Santa, and the tree lighting at Feldhaus Circle.
Brea Tree Lightings
Brea Tree Lighting
November 30, 2023
Brea Civic & Cultural Center
FREE
Light up the holiday at the City of Brea’s annual tree lighting celebration. Live music and entertainment will put everyone in the holiday spirit. Watch the holiday tree light up the evening and see children’s eyes sparkle when Mr. and Mrs. Claus drop in for a visit. Pictures with Santa are available for a fee. Cookies and hot chocolate will be served.
Buena Park Tree Lightings
Buena Park Tree Lighting
December 1, 2023
Buena Park City Hall
FREE
Entertainment, festivities, and even a visit from Santa Claus himself, makes the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting you won’t want to miss! Performances from local schools will be absolutely amazing. Food trucks will be serving up tamales, hot chocolate and more!
Costa Mesa Tree Lightings
South Coast Plaza Tree Lighting Ceremony
November 16, 2023 | 7pm
Town Center, Costa Mesa
FREE
South Coast Plaza’s tree lighting features a magical performance by Orange County School of the Arts. Enjoy a celebration of the holidays with snow and a special visit from Santa. Admission is complimentary.
Cypress Mesa Tree Lightings
Cypress Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 5, 2023 | 6pm
Civic Center Green
Orange Ave & Grindlay Street, Costa Mesa, CA
FREE
Holiday sing and tree lighting! School performers, train rides, visits with Santa, games, holiday crafts, and Letters to Veterans & Santa! Hot chocolate & cookies provided by the City of Cypress and hot dogs & water provided by Kiwanis of Cypress - while supplies last.
Dana Point Tree Lightings
Dana Point Winter Festival and Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023 | 4:30pm
La Plaza, Dana Point
FREE
Santa and his elves will be arriving at La Plaza Park on his Jolly Trolley to hand out pre-packaged treats for children up to 12 years of age. The event features carolers, hot chocolate, cookies, and the tree lighting at 5:15pm. Bring an unwrapped toy for the Spark of Love Toy Drive.
Pines Park Tree Lighting
December 3, 2023 | 4:30pm
Pines Park
34941 Camino Capistrano, Dana Point, CA
FREE
Santa and his elves will be arriving at Pines Park on his Jolly Trolley to hand out pre-packaged treats for children up to 12 years of age. The event features carolers, hot chocolate & cookies. The tree lighting at 5:15pm. Bring an unwrapped toy for the Spark of Love Toy Drive.
Fountain Valley Tree Lightings
Fountain Valley Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023 | All Day
Fountain Valley Recreation & Sports Park
16400 Brookhurst Street, Fountain Valley, CA
FREE
Join us for a beautiful tree lighting with family activities, pictures with Santa, and much more. Includes Hyundai Snow Zone!
Irvine Tree Lightings
Illuminate Irvine Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023
Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex
8000 Great Park Boulevard, Irvine, CA
FREE
Enjoy an enchanting evening of holiday festivities at Illuminate Irvine. Ring in the season with family and friends as you make merry with winter-wonderland-inspired activities and holiday music classics. The evening culminates with the lighting of the Holiday Tree — shimmering with thousands of sparkly, twinkling lights that illuminate the Great Park for all of the community to see.
La Habra Tree Lightings
La Habra Tree Lighting and Tamale Festival
December 2, 2023 | 10am - 8pm
Children's Museum at La Habra
7821 Walker Ave, La Palma, CA
FREE
This event features 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! A free special event shuttle that brings residents and visitors to the festival from convenient off-site parking areas.
La Palma Tree Lightings
La Palma Tree Lighting
December 6, 2023 | 4 - 6pm
Central Park
7821 Walker Ave, La Palma, CA
FREE
Join the La Palma community for its 36th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Event includes musical performances by La Palma’s local schools and enjoy the lighting of the Holiday Tree with the community! Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves will arrive before the Ceremony so families will have an opportunity to visit with them. There will also be arts and crafts, a letter to Santa station, and more!
Ladera Ranch Tree Lightings
Ladera Ranch Tree Lighting - Winter Fest
December 2, 2023 | 2 - 5pm
Town Green
28801 Sienna Pkwy, Ladera Ranch, CA
FREE
Join us for a afternoon of fun with family activities, pictures with Santa, and much more. Don’t leave early, Santa will turn on the holiday lights at 5:00 p.m. for everyone to enjoy the first light show at Town Green for the holiday season.
Laguna Niguel Tree Lightings
Laguna Niguel Christmas Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023 | 5 - 8 pm
Laguna Niguel City Hall
30111 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA
FREE
We will have performances, crafts, cookie decorating, games, food trucks, face painters, balloon twisters, character meet and greets, and activities for the entire family to enjoy. Don’t forget to a bring a camera for pictures with Santa, Mrs. Clause, and our other winter guests.
Holidays at the Ritz-Carlton
November 19, 2023 | 4 - 7pm
Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel
One Ritz Carlton Drive Dana Point, CA 92629
FREE
The annual Open House and Tree Lighting with KTLA Channel 5 Host Wendy Burch as our co-hosts its coming! Festivities include holiday music, a special appearance from Santa Claus, music, hot cocoa, and a final countdown to light the spectacular 40-foot tree on the front drive. Donations will be collected for Miracles for Kids, Orange County Rescue Mission, and local dog shelters.
Mission Viejo Tree Lightings
Santa’s Arrival & Lighting Ceremony
November 26, 2023 | 3 - 5:30pm
Mission Viejo City Hall
200 Civic Center, Mission Viejo, CA
FREE
The entire community is invited to help usher in the holiday season. Enjoy fun interactive activities, a petting zoo and live entertainment for all to enjoy. Santa will arrive on a fire engine at 6 pm to help ring in the holiday spirit by turning on the festive lights in Mission Viejo.
Newport Beach Tree Lightings
Crystal Cove Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023
Crystal Cove Conservancy Beach Cottages
5 Crystal Cove Newport Coast, CA
FREE
Every year, just after Thanksgiving, Crystal Cove is transformed into a holiday wonderland with vintage ornaments, twinkling lights, and a beautiful, majestic tree on the beach. The first Saturday in December is the Annual Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar complete with Santa arriving via a lifeguard vehicle to greet the crowd. As Santa and strolling carolers join the event, complimentary hot chocolate, apple cider and home-baked goodies will be provided by The Beachcomber Café. The tree lighting ceremony begins at dusk.
Newport Dunes Bay Lighting of the Bay Opening Night Celebration
November 24, 2023 | 4pm
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort
1131 Back Bay Dr., Newport Beach, CA
FREE
Join Newport Dunes for the opening night celebration! We will have holiday crafts, festive food and concessions, photos with Santa, and a holiday movie on the beach. At 6pm, Santa will flip the switch to turn on the Lighting of the Bay! Parking is $15 opening night only.
VEA Holiday Tree Lighting
November 30, 2023 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
VEA Newport Beach
900 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA
FREE
Ring in the holidays with the VEA annual tree lighting celebration featuring festive refreshments, live entertainment, and Santa sightings! It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with fun for the whole family. This event is open to both resort guests and the community.
Orange Tree Lightings
Orange Tree Lighting Ceremony and Candlelight Procession
December 3, 2023 | 3:30 - 7pm
Circle of Orange Plaza Park
Old Towne Orange, Orange, CA
FREE
The City of Orange proudly presents the 28th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Candlelight Choir Procession. Festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. with kids activities, photo opportunity with Santa, and booths from non-profit groups. Official Musical Program begins at 5:15 p.m. with songs by a local youth choir, the lighting of our City's tree, and traditional carols by a full choir and orchestra led by Michael Short. Public parking is available at the Old Towne West Metrolink parking structure on Lemon St.
Placentia Tree Lighting
Placentia Tree Lighting Ceremony
November 30, 2023 | 6 - 8pm
Civic Center
401 E. Chapman Avenue, Placentia, CA
FREE
Join the City for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony! The event will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and will feature the lighting of the Holiday tree, light refreshments, photos with Santa, and performances from the Musical Theatre University. Please bring your own camera for photos.
San Clemente Tree Lightings
San Clemente Santa's Village by the Sea and Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023
Downtown San Clemente
100-200 Blocks of Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA
FREE
This family friendly holiday event brings the Holly Jolly Hoopla and the Glitz on Del Mar together for a night of music, food, hot chocolate, popcorn, games, and snow to San Clemente. The BIG tree lighting is on the Community Center lawn at 5 pm.
Outlets of San Clemente Tree Lighting Concert
November 18, 2023 | 5 - 8pm
Outlets of San Clemente
101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA
FREE
The Tree Lighting Concert is a festive extravaganza that combines the joy of the holidays with the power of music, creating unforgettable memories for everyone. The free concert is a family-friendly holiday tradition with original pop songs and holiday favorites. This year's show includes performances by Nickelodeon star of Monster Hight 2; Nayah Damesen, FUTUREPOP, and Orange County School of the Arts Montage! The show will be hosted by American Idol's JRAND. A special visit from Santa Claus will join the performers on stage for the tree lighting while OCSA performs a countdown to light California's Tallest Live-Cut Christmas Tree. Remember to bring a new, unwrapped toy to be donated to Toys for Tots.
San Juan Capistrano Tree Lightings
North Pole at Los Rios Street and Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023
San Juan Capistrano Historical Society
31831 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA
FREE
Join us at the North Pole on Los Rios Street for a family-friendly holiday experience! Join us before or after the SJC tree lighting ceremony for curated holiday shopping with dozens of local vendors, Santa's Workshop, and Story time with Mrs. Claus
Santa Ana Tree Lightings
Winter Village Opening and Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023
OC Civic Center Plaza of Flags
717 W. Santa Ana Blvd. Santa Ana, CA
FREE
Celebrate the start of the holidays with us as we officially open the Winter Village with a 30 foot tree lighting ceremony. Tree lighting scheduled to begin promptly at 5:30pm.
Plaza Navideña Tree Lighting
November 18, 2023 | 5 - 8pm
Plaza Calle Cuatro
Intersection of French St. and East 4th St.
Santa Ana, CA
FREE
To help welcome the Winter season, the City will be hosting the Plaza Navideña. This free event is open to all and will include a tree lighting ceremony, live entertainment, and photo opportunities. The tree lighting ceremony will begin promptly at 5:30pm.
Tustin Tree Lightings
Tustin Christmas Tree Lighting
December 8, 2023
Tustin Library Courtyard
FREE
The annual Tustin Christmas Tree Lighting is a family favorite. Get ready for live music, beautiful lights and Santa! Includes a Holiday Boutique hosted by the Tustin Host Lions Club.
Westminster Tree Lightings
Westminster Christmas Tree Lighting
December 4, 2023 | 5:30 - 7:30pm
Tustin Library Courtyard
FREE
Ring in the season with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event will include arts & crafts, games, food trucks, and visit with Santa. There will also be performances from various community groups! Dress warm, the event will take place outdoors.
Yorba Linda Tree Lightings
Tree Lighting with Friends at Friends Church
December 2, 2023 | 5pm
Friends Church in Yorba Linda
FREE
Looking for a new Christmas tradition for the whole family? You’re invited to the annual Christmas Tree Lighting with Friends! Enjoy a beautiful holiday performance from our FCS choir during the 5P service, followed by a sparkling tree lighting ceremony. FREE activities for the whole family, a MAGICAL light walk-through experience, REAL snow play area, SWEET treats and more!
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