Holiday excitement is in the air, Apple Valley! Let our guide lead you to all the festive fun. For Apple Valley aficionados and curious cats, our guide is your ticket to festive adventures.
Popular events this holiday season include Knott's Merry Farm, where you can explore holiday-themed attractions and entertainment. In addition, the Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood offers a magical experience with stunning decorations and festive shows. And the Christmas in Lake Arrowhead - SkyPark at Santa's Village is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring winter activities and visits from Santa himself. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Apple Valley
- Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood (Universal City)
- Knott's Merry Farm (Buena Park)
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Old Globe Theatre (San Diego)
- December Nights at Balboa Park (San Diego)
- Christmas in Lake Arrowhead - SkyPark at Santa's Village (Lake Arrowhead)
- A Very Furry Christmas Celebration at Sesame Place (Chula Vista)
- The Holiday Market and Trail at Petco Park (San Diego)
- Enchanted Forest of Light (Descanso Gardens)
- LA Zoo Lights (Los Angeles)
- Santa Ana Winter Village (Santa Ana)
See these and even more events listed below!
Apple Valley Holiday Light Displays
Holiday Road
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday trail with interactive installations and live Santa photos.
Description:
Holiday Road is a premier holiday event in Los Angeles featuring larger-than-life holiday installations, thousands of Christmas lights, Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elves, and countless candy canes. The immersive experience includes an interactive mile-long walking trail, live Santa photos, festive souvenir shops, premium holiday bars, and top food trucks.
Where: Calabasas | More Info: Holiday Road
LA Zoo Lights
What to Expect:
Immersive landscape with wildlife-inspired lantern displays and interactive experiences.
Description:
LA Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow is a nature-focused holiday celebration featuring dazzling new lantern sculptures of animals among blooming flowers, towering trees, and glowing rivers. The event includes all-new wonders like the magical Holiday Forest with majestic pine trees and snow-loving animals, spectacular holiday photo spots, and the return of Santa himself. VIP experiences, sensory-inclusive evenings, and all-ages Pride Nights are available.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: LA Zoo Lights
Magic of Lights
What to Expect:
Dazzling drive-through holiday lights with iconic characters and scenes.
Description:
Magic of Lights is a drive-through holiday lights experience featuring over a mile of spectacular light displays, including larger-than-life Holiday Barbie, Bigfoot Monster Truck, and life-sized dinosaurs in Prehistoric Christmas.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Magic of Lights
Enchanted Forest of Light
What to Expect:
Interactive light and art installations in a botanical garden setting.
Description:
Descanso Gardens transforms into a spectacular display of light and color with Enchanted Forest of Light, featuring a one-mile walk through unique lighting installations and interactive art pieces.
Where: Descanso Gardens | More Info: Enchanted Forest of Light
Apple Valley Holiday Markets and Shopping
The Holiday Market and Trail at Petco Park
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday experience with live reindeer and festive activities.
Description:
The Holiday Market and Trail at Petco Park features local artisan shops, Christmas lighting displays, seasonal food and beverage, Santa, live reindeer, and other holiday characters. Visitors can shop for stocking stuffers and handcrafted gifts while enjoying festive treats like cider and mulled wine. The event includes a carousel, kids' Christmas Train, and a beautifully decorated 40-foot Christmas Tree. Live entertainment is available on the Sycuan Stage during select nights.
Where: San Diego | More Info: The Holiday Market and Trail at Petco Park
Apple Valley Holiday Shows and Entertainment
John Denver’s Rocky Mountain Christmas
What to Expect:
Tribute performance of John Denver's music with holiday classics.
Description:
Rick Schuler's performance of John Denver's music in a holiday setting features classic hits and heartwarming carols, transporting audiences back to the '70s.
Where: Anaheim | More Info: John Denver’s Rocky Mountain Christmas
Knott's Merry Farm
What to Expect:
Winter wonderland-inspired decorations and live entertainment.
Description:
Knott's Merry Farm transforms into a classic holiday festival with thousands of twinkling lights, themed garland, and jumbo snowflakes. Enjoy Christmas shows, a beloved ice show, and delectable holiday dining. Visit Santa's Christmas Cabin and experience the Christmas Crafts Village.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: Knott's Merry Farm
December Nights at Balboa Park
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday celebration with STEAM activities and free photos with Santa.
Description:
Balboa Park December Nights is a two-day event celebrating the holiday season with twinkling lights, live music, STEAM activities, free photos with Santa, and a variety of attractions and delicious food.
Where: San Diego | More Info: December Nights at Balboa Park
A Very Furry Christmas Celebration at Sesame Place
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday shows and festive rides.
Description:
A Very Furry Christmas at Sesame Place is a family-friendly celebration featuring everyone's favorite Sesame Street friends. The park is transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, holiday magic, and surprises. Guests can enjoy a 24-foot tall Christmas Tree, a Sesame Street Christmas show, the Sesame Street Christmas Parade, the Furry Friends Christmas Dance Party, exciting rides and attractions, games, special food and beverages, unique holiday merchandise, and one-of-a-kind photos with their Sesame Street friends dressed in their holiday best.
Where: Chula Vista | More Info: A Very Furry Christmas Celebration at Sesame Place
How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Old Globe Theatre
What to Expect:
Family-friendly adaptation of a beloved Dr. Seuss story.
Description:
Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a whimsical musical based on the classic Dr. Seuss book, featuring songs like "Santa for a Day," "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch," and "Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze)." The show transforms the Old Globe Theatre into snow-covered Who-ville, complete with Who-hash.
Where: San Diego | More Info: How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Old Globe Theatre
Apple Valley Other Holiday Activities
Santa Ana Winter Village
What to Expect:
Outdoor ice-skating in Southern California with festive holiday activities.
Description:
The Santa Ana Winter Village is a month-long holiday event featuring an outdoor ice-skating rink, a holiday light show, food vendors, and family-friendly activities like story time with Mrs. Claus and visits with Santa Claus.
Where: Santa Ana | More Info: Santa Ana Winter Village
Festival of Winter
What to Expect:
Snow play and train rides.
Description:
The Festival of Winter is a free community event at Miller Park Amphitheater featuring train rides, rides and attractions, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Santa, and a variety of vendors and activity booths. It includes the chance to sled down over 40 tons of fresh snow and experience snow for the first time.
Where: Fontana | More Info: Festival of Winter
Christmas in Lake Arrowhead - SkyPark at Santa's Village
What to Expect:
Nostalgic Christmas celebration with outdoor adventure activities.
Description:
SkyPark at Santa's Village transforms into a nostalgic Christmas celebration in the woods, offering year-round outdoor activities like mountain biking, ziplining, and ice skating, amidst historic log cabin restaurants and shops.
Where: Lake Arrowhead | More Info: Christmas in Lake Arrowhead - SkyPark at Santa's Village
Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday experiences with thrilling attractions.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Universal Studios Hollywood with immersive experiences, festive decorations, and thrilling attractions.
Where: Universal City | More Info: Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Victorville (6 miles)
- Hesperia (8 miles)
- Adelanto (14 miles)
- Highland (26 miles)
- Barstow Heights (27 miles)
- San Bernardino (28 miles)
- Barstow (29 miles)
- Rialto (29 miles)
- Colton (30 miles)
- Redlands (31 miles)
- Loma Linda (32 miles)
- Fontana (32 miles)
- Bloomington (32 miles)
- Yucaipa (33 miles)
- Rancho Cucamonga (36 miles)
- Rubidoux (37 miles)
- Glen Avon (38 miles)
- Upland (38 miles)
- Moreno Valley (39 miles)
- Riverside (40 miles)
- Jurupa Valley (40 miles)
- Ontario (40 miles)
- Montclair (41 miles)
- Beaumont (41 miles)
- Claremont (41 miles)
- Eastvale (43 miles)
- La Verne (43 miles)
- Banning (44 miles)
- Chino (44 miles)
- Norco (44 miles)
- Pomona (45 miles)
- San Dimas (45 miles)