{"id":2254,"date":"2023-12-08T10:00:46","date_gmt":"2023-12-08T18:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apartmentsbstg.wpengine.com\/?p=2254"},"modified":"2025-07-18T16:12:37","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T23:12:37","slug":"festive-holiday-activities-in-orange-county-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.irvinecompanyapartments.com\/festive-holiday-activities-in-orange-county-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Festive Holiday Activities in Orange County 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the 2023 holiday season upon us, there are so many ways to celebrate with family and friends. Come see how the most wonderful time of the year is even better at some of Orange County\u2019s most exciting retail destinations.<\/span><\/p>\n

Holiday Activities at Irvine Spectrum Center\u00ae<\/b><\/h2>\n

With a variety of festive holiday activities including a nightly tree lighting and outdoor ice skating rink, <\/span>Irvine Spectrum Center<\/span><\/a> offers something special for everyone all season long. Come shop for the perfect gifts and grab a bite at one of the many restaurants and eateries.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ice Rink<\/b><\/h3>\n

Glide through the holiday season under both sunny skies and starry nights at SoCal\u2019s ultimate open-air ice skating rink, open now through January 7. <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nightly Tree Lighting<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Prepare to be dazzled! Gather around to watch the 75-foot tree come to life with a mesmerizing lights show set to holiday music every night at 5pm, now through January 7.\u00a0 <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Santa Photos<\/b><\/h3>\n

Bring the kids to capture the magic of the season and share holiday wishes with your favorite visitor from the North Pole, now through December 24. Bring your pets for photos with Santa on Mondays! <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Holiday Entertainment<\/b><\/h3>\n

An enchanting lineup of holiday entertainment featuring traditional carolers, festive melodies, and more, now through December 24.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Light Up Your Season at The Market Place<\/b><\/h2>\n

The Market Place<\/span><\/a> is more than just a great holiday shopping destination, it\u2019s a place where you can create holiday memories with family and friends.<\/span><\/p>\n

Holiday Tree Lot<\/b><\/h3>\n

Visit our festive lot just outside The Home Depot for a vast assortment of holiday trees and more, now through December 24. <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Selfies With Santa<\/b><\/h3>\n

Enjoy some California sun and holiday fun with the most popular guy of the season on December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17. <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Winter Workshops<\/b><\/h3>\n

Make memories with your loved ones at Winter Workshops featuring crafts, giveaways, music, and more on December 3, 10 & 17. <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Celebrate the Holidays at Fashion Island<\/b>\u00ae<\/h2>\n

Enjoy delightful shopping, dining and entertainment with breathtaking ocean views at <\/span>Fashion Island<\/span><\/a> in Newport Beach.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nightly Tree Lighting<\/b><\/h3>\n

Watch Fashion Island\u2019s 90-foot tree come to life with magical snowfall, music and a choreographed light display, now through January 5. <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Photos With Santa<\/b><\/h3>\n

Come share your holiday wishes with Santa and take a photo at his custom-designed coastal cottage, now through December 24. <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stories by the Sea<\/b><\/h3>\n

Gather around the children\u2019s department at Barnes & Noble to hear your favorite Christmas stories\u2014and new ones, too! Join us on Saturdays at 11:30 am. <\/span>View details<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Come make holiday memories at these once-a-year special events in Orange County. There\u2019s plenty of festive fun to squeeze in before the new year! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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