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SAMLARC Christmas Tree Lighting at Lago Santa Margarita
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Free; past listings said no registration needed
By Simir Shah
SAMLARC's annual tree lighting takes place on the lakeshore. In past years Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived by boat, and there was free hot cocoa, cookies and crafts, with photos after the lighting. It's an HOA event billed for 'members and guests', so a non-resident family should go with an RSM friend or check samlarc.org first.
Good for
- Ages 10+
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South OC depth 2026Annual holiday event
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