Excitement is building for the holidays in Port Hueneme! Use our guide to discover all the festive fun. From Port Hueneme experts to novices, our guide showcases the best of the city's yuletide offerings.
One of the standout attractions this season is the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, where beautifully decorated boats light up the harbor in a dazzling display of holiday cheer. The Camarillo Christmas Parade and Santa's Village features an array of festive floats and a charming village for families to enjoy seasonal activities. And the Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade is something you definitely don’t want to miss with its impressive nautical decorations illuminating the waters. For more details on these and other fun events and activities, see below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Port Hueneme
- Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade (Newport Beach)
- Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade (Marina del Rey)
- Camarillo Christmas Parade and Santa's Village (Camarillo)
- Fontana Festival of Winter (Fontana)
- Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Lights (Oxnard)
- Oxnard Christmas Parade (Oxnard)
- Holly Trolley, The Holiday Tour (Oxnard)
- Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
See these and even more events listed below!
Port Hueneme Holiday Light Displays
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
What to Expect:
Snow sledding and Santa letter-writing station.
Description:
Join the City of Port Hueneme for the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration on November 28th at City Hall. The festivities begin at 5:30 PM with arts and crafts, snow sledding, refreshments, and a Santa letter-writing station. The tree lighting ceremony takes place at 6:00 PM sharp, followed by pictures with Santa.
Where: Port Hueneme | More Info: Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Holly Trolley, The Holiday Tour
What to Expect:
Guided tour of Gingerbread Exhibit and holiday lights.
Description:
Explore Oxnard's historic district and Heritage Square on a 50-minute guided tour featuring the Gingerbread Exhibit and holiday lights. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies at Heritage Square.
Where: Oxnard | More Info: Holly Trolley, The Holiday Tour
Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Lights
What to Expect:
Spectacular boat parade with Santa's Workshop theme.
Description:
The 57th Annual Parade of Lights at Channel Islands Harbor features a "Santa's Workshop" theme, with over 50 decorated boats and various landside activities including a Farmers Market, free pictures with Santa, and snow play. The event also includes a Holiday Village with activities and a food and toy drive to benefit local charities.
Where: Oxnard | More Info: Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Lights
Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade
What to Expect:
Decorated boats with holiday lights and music.
Description:
The Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade is a festive event where decorated boats cruise through the marina, accompanied by fireworks and live music, creating a joyful holiday atmosphere.
Where: Marina del Rey | More Info: Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
What to Expect:
Spectacularly decorated boats and homes along a 14-mile harbor route.
Description:
The 116th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade features beautifully decorated yachts, boats, kayaks, and canoes sailing through Newport Harbor. The event includes a waterfront decorating competition, special commemorative items for participants, and a fireworks display on opening night. It offers various viewing locations, including the largest public viewing area at Marina Park, which is open to the public with free admission.
Where: Newport Beach | More Info: Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
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Oxnard Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Community-driven parade with diverse entry types.
Description:
The Oxnard Christmas Parade is a cherished holiday tradition featuring marching bands, decorated vehicles, horses, and more, taking place on December 7, 2024, in Downtown Oxnard.
Where: Oxnard | More Info: Oxnard Christmas Parade
Port Hueneme Other Holiday Activities
Camarillo Christmas Parade and Santa's Village
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebration with live music and festive activities.
Description:
The Camarillo Christmas Parade and Santa's Village is a festive event where the community comes together to watch the annual parade featuring local bands, floats, and Santa. Following the parade, attendees can enjoy holiday shopping at Santa's Village with various vendor booths, tasty snacks from food vendors, and activities like photos with Santa.
Where: Camarillo | More Info: Camarillo Christmas Parade and Santa's Village
Fontana Festival of Winter
What to Expect:
Snow sledding and interactive activities for all ages.
Description:
The Fontana Festival of Winter is a free community event featuring train rides, rides and attractions, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Santa, and a variety of vendors and activity booths. Visitors can also enjoy snow sledding and play in the Tot Lot, experiencing snow for the first time.
Where: Fontana | More Info: Fontana Festival of Winter
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Oxnard (4 miles)
- Camarillo (10 miles)
- Ventura (11 miles)
- Santa Paula (16 miles)
- Moorpark (20 miles)
- Thousand Oaks (21 miles)
- Agoura Hills (24 miles)
- Simi Valley (25 miles)
- Agoura (26 miles)
- West Hills (32 miles)
- Calabasas (32 miles)
- Woodland Hills (34 miles)
- Canoga Park (34 miles)
- Santa Barbara (34 miles)
- Chatsworth (35 miles)
- Northridge (38 miles)
- Valencia (39 miles)
- Encino (40 miles)
- Santa Clarita (41 miles)
- North Hills (41 miles)
- Goleta (41 miles)
- Santa Monica (41 miles)
- Isla Vista (42 miles)
- Sherman Oaks (43 miles)
- Valley Glen (43 miles)
- Van Nuys (43 miles)
- Venice (43 miles)
- San Fernando (44 miles)