Sit just steps away from the stage at Casa Romantica’s annual production of The Nutcracker! Staged for the intimate Main Salon performance venue, Orange County Ballet Theater delivers a 1hr 20min version of the beloved holiday ballet — perfect for families.

Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical Jr., a fantastical musical extravaganza.

The weather is getting colder and the holidays are near; it's time for a celebration with those we hold dear. Join Irvine Senior Services for an evening of holiday cheer, including hor d'oeuvres, entertainment, and pictures with Santa.

Join a magical holiday event at Rawhide Ranch, a 40-acre working ranch and camp nestled in the hills of Bonsall. Enjoy live bands, Christmas carols around the campfire, arts and crafts fair, petting zoo, hay rides, photos with Santa and much more!

San Pedro City Ballet, home of American Ballet Theatre superstar Misty Copeland, presents its 25th annual production of The Nutcracker. Join Clara on a dreamlike journey with a dancing Nutcracker, mischievous mice, sparkling snowflakes, and a magical Christmas tree.

Enjoy a family-friendly evening in the garden and stroll luminaria lined pathways. Live music, vintage holiday decorations at Heritage House, make an ornament and see the beauty of the garden at night.

Celebrate the season with the choirs of Christ Cathedral: The Diocesan Choir, The Diocesan Children's Choir, and the Christ Cathedral Choirs in English, Vietnamese and Spanish. This will be the first Christmas at the Cathedral performance in the new Cathedral building.

This brand-new, star-studded holiday showcase presented by 3-D Theatricals features incredible musical performances from WestBeat, the Voices of Hope Children’s choir, and surprise special-guest appearances.

Put on your best holiday gear and bring the family to enjoy festivities including a pancake breakfast, holiday music, arts and crafts, bounce houses and a picture with Santa! Only pre-registration is taken for this event, space is limited.

Join Santa for a home-style cooked breakfast and brunch. There will be holiday melodies, cookie decorating, and story time with Santa. Pre-registration is a must!

The highlight will be Mr. Charles Dickens himself entertaining guests in the Museums Heritage Theater retelling A Christmas Carol and becoming Scrooge, while randomly using his audience as cast members.

Greet the holiday season in the All Saints Church with a concert.

Now in its 14th year, Red Chair Productions’ energetic rendition of this holiday classic features young artists, ages 5 to 18, in principal and supporting roles.

Features beginning level dancers and special guests that includes a variety of dance performances, plus their annual Nutcracker production, "Kingdom of the Sweets." 

Join the Chamber of Lake Forest for a fundraiser 5K that is fun for the whole family- including your four-legged bff! Vendors, obstacle course, pet costume contest, live DJ, food, photo booth and more!

Join Casa Romantica for the traditional holiday craft of building gingerbread houses!

Mrs. Claus would be delighted if you’d join her and her elf helpers for a holiday tea that will include a visit and story, delicious cookie decorating, tea and pink lemonade! Reservations requested.

Join the faeries during their last adventure of 2019! A Faery Hunt shows are interactive performances designed for young audiences and families to inspire creativity, imaginations and fun.

Watch animals receive icy treats, listen to festive music, enjoy the winter decorations, play educational games, create cool crafts and listen to delightful winter stories.

Deck the halls this holiday season with your own handcrafted wreath made with fresh evergreen branches, pine cones, and dried fruit.