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Let’s Holiday: 2025 Activities in Orange County

By December 11, 2025Neighborhood Guides
Mother and son on outdoor skating rink

Make this season memorable with a full calendar of festive events at Orange County’s leading retail destinations. Visit with Santa, ice skate under the stars and so much more as part of Irvine Company Retail Properties’ “Let’s Holiday” series. Nothing beats the magic of the holidays in SoCal. 

Irvine Spectrum Center®

Skating Under the Stars – Now Through January 4
Don’t miss your chance to visit SoCal’s ultimate open-air ice skating rink, located in the Giant Wheel Court. View details.

Selfies With Santa – Select Dates Through December 24
Bring your family, friends and your best smile to take a selfie with Santa and capture the magic of the season. View details.

Nightly Tree Lighting – Now Through January 4 
Watch the 75-foot tree come to life with a choreographed light show every 30 minutes beginning at 5pm. View details.

Palm Lights, Musical Delights
Come experience a dazzling display of decorated palm trees and music. Daily starting at 5:15pm outside Old Navy and Dave & Buster’s. View details.

View of Fashion Island with Christmas tree and holiday decorations

Fashion Island®

Photos With Santa – Now Until December 24
Visit Santa at his Coastal Cottage, share your holiday wishes and take a photo. View details.

Menorah Lighting Ceremony – December 14
Celebrate Hanukkah at Fashion Island with singing and festive traditions, in partnership with Chabad Jewish Center, Newport Beach. Join us from 3pm – 5pm. View details.

Nights of Coastal Lights – Now Until December 28
Watch a choreographed light display at the 90-foot tree, complete with magical snowfall and music. Every half hour starting at 5:30pm. View details.

Dazzling Displays – Now Until December 28
Walk through star-lit paths for memorable photos this holiday season at courtyards around Fashion Island. View details.

Mom and daughter taking photo with Santa Claus

The Market Place

Winter Workshop – December 14
This family-friendly event features a holiday DJ, sand art ornament crafts and festive sips, all with festive Southwestern flair. View details.

Home Depot Holiday Tree Lot – Now Through December 24
Visit the paradise of pines outside The Home Depot for a vast assortment of holiday trees and more. View details.

Gingerbread House Kits – Now Through December 31
Take home a DIY gingerbread house kit to decorate and join Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar in supporting Habitat for Humanity this holiday season. View details.