60th Annual Huntington Harbor Cruise of Lights

This Friday will be the last day to catch the Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Cruise of Lights—an hour-long, narrated boat tour running daily since mid-December through the waterways of Huntington Harbour. Aboard, locals and visitors can enjoy the thousands of glowing colorful lights and brightly decorated homes, docks, decks, and boats.

16889 Algonquin St., Huntington Beach. Dec. 16 to 23. Cruises depart daily at 5:30, 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. Adults $26, Children $12. For tickets.

Huntington Beach ‘Surf City Winter Wonderland’

Featuring an ice rink at the Huntington Beach Pier, live entertainment, and local specialty crafts including jewelry, paintings, apparel, and more, the Surf City Winter Wonderland is ideal for those who want to celebrate the holidays with a clear ocean view.

325 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach. Nov. 18 to Jan. 8. Free admission for the festival, skating admission $22. For tickets.

Winter Fest OC in Costa Mesa

This family-friendly wonderland features festivities including oversized holiday decor, more than a million lights, and all-new activities including their North Pole Pop-Up, ice-skating under the stars, 150-foot-long ice tubing slide, snowboard simulator, carnival rides, a holiday market, and more.

OC Fair and Event Center. 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa. Nov. 25 to Jan 1, from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Tickets $22 to $27. Parking $10. For tickets.

Holidayz at the Park in Irvine

Bring families and friends to Great Park for holiday-themed events, displays, and lights. The festival also features a “larger-than-life” airplane, a special tribute to the park’s military roots, surprise appearances from the Grinch, and more.

Irvine Great Park. 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine. Nov. 19 to Jan 1. Free admission. For more information.

Hikari–A Festival of Lights in Irvine

Families and animal lovers alike are invited to Tanaka Farms for a festive celebration featuring a wagon ride, light displays, a Christmas tree lot, a holiday market, and more. Visitors can also meet farm animals, get a photo with Santa, and experience the 30-acre working farm. The farm will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Tanaka Farms. 5380 3/4 University Dr., Irvine. Nov. 25 to Dec. 30, 4:30 to 10 p.m. Tickets $20. For tickets.

Santa Ana Winter Village

Join residents in the heart of Santa Ana celebrating the holiday season at an outdoor ice-skating rink accompanied by live entertainment, local food trucks, holiday goods, and more.

Civic Center Plaza. 717 West Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana. Dec. 8 to Jan. 8. Times varied daily. Free admission. For more information. 

Capistrano Lights

Mission San Juan Capistrano is hosting its annual tree lighting and music programs throughout December on select dates. The event features a large-scale nativity, and Dickens-era carolers, among other activities. All are welcome to attend.

Mission San Juan Capistrano. 26801 Old Mission Rd., San Juan Capistrano. Dec. 3 to Dec. 30, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets $20. For tickets.