Plan your festive season in Winter Gardens with our comprehensive event guide. For Winter Gardens natives and holiday explorers, this guide is your path to the city's seasonal magic.
One festive highlight is the Irvine Park Christmas Train & Wonderland, where families can enjoy a charming train ride through a dazzling display of lights and decorations. The heartwarming Disney On Ice brings beloved characters to life on ice, captivating audiences with stunning performances. And the Winter Garden Christmas Parade is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring festive floats and local talent. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Winter Gardens
- Irvine Park Christmas Train & Wonderland (Orange)
- Disney On Ice (Anaheim)
- Winter Garden Christmas Parade (Winter Garden)
- Nutcracker Tree Lighting & Holiday Village (Anaheim)
- The District at Tustin Legacy Holiday Happenings (Tustin)
- Holiday Night Market (Winter Garden)
- Holidays on the Paseo (Tustin)
- Light Up Winter Garden (Winter Garden)
See these and even more events listed below!
Winter Gardens Holiday Light Displays
Light Up Winter Garden
What to Expect:
Synchronized lighting ceremony with holiday entertainment.
Description:
Light Up Winter Garden is an annual event that kicks off the holiday season with a festive lighting ceremony at City Hall, followed by holiday entertainment and activities for all ages.
Where: Winter Garden | More Info: Light Up Winter Garden
Nutcracker Tree Lighting & Holiday Village
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday celebration with dog costume contest and Santa photos.
Description:
The Nutcracker Holiday Village & Tree Lighting in Downtown Anaheim features a variety of holiday activities, including a dog costume contest, holiday crafts, unique shopping, and pictures with Santa. The event culminates in a special tree lighting ceremony at City Hall.
Where: Anaheim | More Info: Nutcracker Tree Lighting & Holiday Village
Winter Gardens Holiday Markets and Shopping
Holiday Night Market
What to Expect:
Pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining experience in historic downtown.
Description:
The Holiday Night Market in Winter Garden offers a variety of shopping and dining options in a pedestrian-friendly setting, allowing visitors to explore downtown while enjoying the holiday atmosphere.
Where: Winter Garden | More Info: Holiday Night Market
Holidays on the Paseo
What to Expect:
Local vendors and live music create a lively holiday atmosphere.
Description:
Join us at Holidays on the Paseo, where 35 local vendors, live music, and a kids' craft station come together to kick off the holiday season. Support local small businesses and enjoy a vibrant marketplace filled with unique gifts and seasonal items.
Where: Tustin | More Info: Holidays on the Paseo
Winter Gardens Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Disney On Ice
What to Expect:
Interactive time with beloved Disney characters.
Description:
Disney On Ice is a touring ice show featuring beloved Disney stories with world-class performer athletes, immersive audience experiences, and live entertainment that connects generations.
Where: Anaheim | More Info: Disney On Ice
Winter Gardens Other Holiday Activities
Winter Garden Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Community holiday parade with festive floats and live performances.
Description:
The Winter Garden Christmas Parade is a long-standing community holiday tradition featuring festive floats, local bands, and dance troupes marching through historic downtown to spread holiday cheer.
Where: Winter Garden | More Info: Winter Garden Christmas Parade
Irvine Park Christmas Train & Wonderland
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities with Santa and festive train ride.
Description:
The Irvine Park Christmas Train is a festive holiday event where families can take a ride through historic Irvine Regional Park to meet Santa Claus. The train departs from the train station and drops passengers off at the North Pole, where children can share their wish lists and have photos taken with Santa. After visiting Santa, guests enjoy colorful Christmas lights and decorations, including the magical "Tunnel of Lights," on the ride back to Santa's Village.
Where: Orange | More Info: Irvine Park Christmas Train & Wonderland
The District at Tustin Legacy Holiday Happenings
What to Expect:
Seasonal shopping and dining experiences.
Description:
The District at Tustin Legacy offers a variety of holiday happenings, including a weekly farmers market with locally grown produce, a Shop'Sip event at Ncor Clothing with 40% off, and other seasonal activities.
Where: Tustin | More Info: The District at Tustin Legacy Holiday Happenings
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- La Mesa (7 miles)
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- La Presa (9 miles)
- Poway (11 miles)
- Mira Mesa (14 miles)
- Rancho Penasquitos (14 miles)
- National City (14 miles)
- Ramona (15 miles)
- San Diego (16 miles)
- Chula Vista (16 miles)
- Coronado (18 miles)
- La Jolla (20 miles)
- Imperial Beach (20 miles)
- Escondido (22 miles)
- Encinitas (25 miles)
- San Marcos (25 miles)
- Vista (31 miles)
- Carlsbad (33 miles)
- Oceanside (36 miles)
- Fallbrook (42 miles)