What's on this November

Best things to do in SoCal this November

Everything happening for families across Southern California in November 2026— festivals, live shows, farmers markets and free events, sorted by what's closest to you. Browse the whole month below, or jump to this weekend.

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Thu, Nov 5

🥕 12 farmers markets today— closest: Costa Mesa, Norco, Anaheimmarkets guide →

Arts & CultureFREE
First Thursdays Art Walk
Downtown Laguna galleries · Laguna Beach
First Thu 6–9pm
More to do in Laguna Beach →
Arts & TheatreSee tickets
Bluey's Big Play - The Stage Show
Segerstrom Center for the Arts-Segerstrom Hall · Costa Mesa
3:30 PM · 6:30 PM
More to do in Costa Mesa →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Murrieta Market Nights
Washington Ave & Juniper St, Downtown Murrieta · Murrieta
1st & 3rd Thursdays 5–9pm
More to do in Murrieta →
Arts & CultureFREE
Riverside ArtsWalk (First Thursdays)
Downtown Riverside Arts & Culture District (Main St, 6th–10th) · Riverside
1st Thursdays 6–9pm
More to do in Riverside →
Arts & TheatreSee tickets
Penn & Teller
Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts · Cerritos
8:00 PM
More to do in Cerritos →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Oceanside Sunset Market
Pier View Way west of Coast Hwy & N. Tremont St, Downtown Oceanside · Oceanside
Thursdays 5–9pm
More to do in Oceanside →
Arts & TheatreSee tickets
ICT: The Laugh Track
Beverly O'Neill - Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center · Long Beach
7:30 PM
More to do in Long Beach →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Thursday Night Market (Weekend Night Market)
Long Beach Promenade, between 3rd and 4th Streets · Long Beach
Thursdays 5–9pm
More to do in Long Beach →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Downtown Azusa Night Market
Azusa
See details
Arts & CultureFREE
First Thursday San Pedro Art Walk & Night Market
Downtown San Pedro (300 W 6th St area) · San Pedro
1st Thursdays 5:30–9:30pm
More to do in San Pedro →
Arts & TheatreSee tickets
Come from Away (Touring)
A Noise Within · Pasadena
7:30 PM
More to do in Pasadena →
MusicSee tickets
ESTEMAN & DANIELA SPALLA - AMORIO USA TOUR
The Belasco · Los Angeles
7:00 PM
More to do in Los Angeles →

Fri, Nov 6

🥕 9 farmers markets today— closest: Laguna Hills, San Juan Capistrano, Anaheimmarkets guide →

Festivals & FairsFREE
Sugar Plum Arts & Crafts Festival (48th Year)
Costa Mesa
See details
More to do in Costa Mesa →
MusicSee tickets
Dan + Shay: The Young Tour
Honda Center · Anaheim
7:00 PM
More to do in Anaheim →
MusicSee tickets
Premium Club Seats - Dan + Shay - The Young Tour
Honda Center · Anaheim
7:00 PM
More to do in Anaheim →
Arts & CultureFREE
Historic Main Street Garden Grove Friday Night Cruise
Historic Main Street (12905 Main St) · Garden Grove
Fridays 4–8pm
More to do in Garden Grove →
MusicSee tickets
The STARS Tour featuring Anne Wilson
Fox Performing Arts Center · Riverside
6:00 PM
More to do in Riverside →
EventSee tickets
San Diego Clippers vs. The Valley Suns
Frontwave Arena · Oceanside
7:00 PM
More to do in Oceanside →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Female Maker Market at Victoria Gardens
Chaffey Town Square, Victoria Gardens, 12505 N Mainstreet · Rancho Cucamonga
Select Fridays 5–9pm
More to do in Rancho Cucamonga →
Festivals & FairsTicketed; see city page
Fontana Arts presents Disney's Aladdin Jr.
Fontana
See details
More to do in Fontana →
Arts & CultureFREE
First Fridays in Bixby Knolls
Atlantic Avenue (4321 Atlantic Ave) · Long Beach
1st Fridays 6:30–9:30pm
More to do in Long Beach →
Festivals & FairsFREE
San Gabriel Día de los Muertos
San Gabriel
See details
More to do in San Gabriel →
MiscellaneousSee tickets
SoFi Stadium Tours
Inglewood
9:00 AM
More to do in Inglewood →
SportsSee tickets
NBA Cup: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Portland Trail Blazers
Crypto.com Arena · Los Angeles
7:00 PM
More to do in Los Angeles →

Sat, Nov 7

🥕 39 farmers markets today— closest: Irvine, Laguna Beach, Dana Pointmarkets guide →

SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Pet Photos with Santa at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices aren't shown publicly; the mall's booking site (whereissanta.com) lists a $6.99 processing fee per booking.
Santa Photo Experience at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Holiday Faire at the Great Park
Irvine
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More to do in Irvine →
Festivals & FairsFREE
San Clemente Village Art Faire
San Clemente
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More to do in San Clemente →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Tustin Veterans Day Celebration & Car Show
Tustin
See details
More to do in Tustin →
Holiday MarketsFREE
Dreamers Markets at Westcliff Plaza
Newport Beach
See details
More to do in Newport Beach →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Sugar Plum Arts & Crafts Festival (48th Year)
Costa Mesa
See details
More to do in Costa Mesa →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Noche de Altares
Santa Ana
See details
More to do in Santa Ana →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Field of Valor Veterans Tribute (Orange)
Orange
See details
More to do in Orange →
Arts & CultureFREE
Cars & Coffee Corona
The Shops at Dos Lagos, 2780 Cabot Dr · Corona
Saturdays 7–9am
More to do in Corona →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →
Festivals & FairsSee site
Noche de Muertos at Fullerton Museum Center
Fullerton
See details
More to do in Fullerton →

Sun, Nov 8

🥕 28 farmers markets today— closest: Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Irvinemarkets guide →

SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Pet Photos with Santa at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices aren't shown publicly; the mall's booking site (whereissanta.com) lists a $6.99 processing fee per booking.
Santa Photo Experience at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
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More to do in Mission Viejo →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Artisans Market at Aliso Viejo Ranch
Aliso Viejo
See details
More to do in Aliso Viejo →
Holiday MarketsFREE
Dreamers Markets at Westcliff Plaza
Newport Beach
See details
More to do in Newport Beach →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Sugar Plum Arts & Crafts Festival (48th Year)
Costa Mesa
See details
More to do in Costa Mesa →
Museums & LearningFREE
Bowers Museum — Free Sundays (Santa Ana residents)
Bowers Museum · Santa Ana
10am–4pm
More to do in Santa Ana →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Field of Valor Veterans Tribute (Orange)
Orange
See details
More to do in Orange →
Festivals & FairsGame tickets required (prices vary)
Anaheim Ducks Kids' Sock Sundays & Día de Muertos Night (Honda Center)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Winter TraditionsFREE
33rd Anniversary Community Chanukah Celebration
Yorba Linda
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More to do in Yorba Linda →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
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More to do in Murrieta →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Santa Photo Experience at Brea Mall
Brea
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More to do in Brea →
Festivals & Fairs$5 per person (ages 2+)
$5 Sunday Play Days (Children's Museum at La Habra)
La Habra
See details
More to do in La Habra →

Mon, Nov 9

🥕 2 farmers markets today— closest: Escondido, West Hollywoodmarkets guide →

Festivals & FairsFREE
Field of Valor Veterans Tribute (Orange)
Orange
See details
More to do in Orange →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →

Tue, Nov 10

🥕 13 farmers markets today— closest: Irvine, Santa Ana, Huntington Beachmarkets guide →

Festivals & FairsFREE
Field of Valor Veterans Tribute (Orange)
Orange
See details
More to do in Orange →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →
Museums & LearningFREE
LACMA — Free Second Tuesday
Los Angeles County Museum of Art · Los Angeles
11am–6pm
More to do in Los Angeles →

Wed, Nov 11

🥕 6 farmers markets today— closest: Lake Forest, Tustin, Fullertonmarkets guide →

Festivals & FairsFREE
Field of Valor Veterans Tribute (Orange)
Orange
See details
More to do in Orange →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Veterans Day Parade (24th annual)
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →
Museums & LearningFREE
North County Model Railroad Society Public Open Hours
230 Peyri Dr · Oceanside
Wednesdays & Saturdays 10am–3pm
More to do in Oceanside →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Beaumont Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
Beaumont
See details
More to do in Beaumont →

Thu, Nov 12

🥕 12 farmers markets today— closest: Costa Mesa, Norco, Anaheimmarkets guide →

Arts & CultureFREE
First Thursdays Art Walk
Downtown Laguna galleries · Laguna Beach
First Thu 6–9pm
More to do in Laguna Beach →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Field of Valor Veterans Tribute (Orange)
Orange
See details
More to do in Orange →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Oceanside Sunset Market
Pier View Way west of Coast Hwy & N. Tremont St, Downtown Oceanside · Oceanside
Thursdays 5–9pm
More to do in Oceanside →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Thursday Night Market (Weekend Night Market)
Long Beach Promenade, between 3rd and 4th Streets · Long Beach
Thursdays 5–9pm
More to do in Long Beach →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Downtown Azusa Night Market
Azusa
See details

Fri, Nov 13

🥕 9 farmers markets today— closest: Laguna Hills, San Juan Capistrano, Anaheimmarkets guide →

Arts & CultureFREE
Historic Main Street Garden Grove Friday Night Cruise
Historic Main Street (12905 Main St) · Garden Grove
Fridays 4–8pm
More to do in Garden Grove →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center Opening (Space Shuttle Endeavour)
Los Angeles
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More to do in Los Angeles →
Festivals & FairsTicketed (see site); under 4 free
STEM Night at the Petersen
Los Angeles
See details
More to do in Los Angeles →
Arts & CultureFREE
Bob's Big Boy Classic Car Show
Bob's Big Boy Burbank · Burbank
Fridays 4–10pm
More to do in Burbank →

Sat, Nov 14

🥕 39 farmers markets today— closest: Irvine, Laguna Beach, Dana Pointmarkets guide →

SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Pet Photos with Santa at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices aren't shown publicly; the mall's booking site (whereissanta.com) lists a $6.99 processing fee per booking.
Santa Photo Experience at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Happy Harbor Days Holiday Lights (Dana Point Harbor)
Dana Point
See details
More to do in Dana Point →
Holiday MarketsFREE
Dreamers Markets at Westcliff Plaza
Newport Beach
See details
More to do in Newport Beach →
Arts & CultureFREE
Cars & Coffee Corona
The Shops at Dos Lagos, 2780 Cabot Dr · Corona
Saturdays 7–9am
More to do in Corona →
Festivals & FairsIncluded with theme park admission (food and drink extra)
Disney Festival of Holidays (Disney California Adventure)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Festivals & FairsRequires park admission
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort (Holiday Time & Festival of Holidays)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →
SantaOfficial 2026 all-in prices (fees included): Value $56.25 adult / $49.25 child (2-11); Standard $74.25 / $67.25; Premium $88.25 / $81.25. Under 2 free on a lap with a free infant ticket.
THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride
Perris
See details
More to do in Perris →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Santa Photo Experience at Brea Mall
Brea
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More to do in Brea →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Diamond Bar Windmill Lighting Ceremony
Diamond Bar
See details
More to do in Diamond Bar →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Riverside Veterans Parade & Expo
Riverside
See details
More to do in Riverside →

Sun, Nov 15

🥕 28 farmers markets today— closest: Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Irvinemarkets guide →

SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Pet Photos with Santa at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices aren't shown publicly; the mall's booking site (whereissanta.com) lists a $6.99 processing fee per booking.
Santa Photo Experience at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Happy Harbor Days Holiday Lights (Dana Point Harbor)
Dana Point
See details
More to do in Dana Point →
Holiday MarketsFREE
Dreamers Markets at Westcliff Plaza
Newport Beach
See details
More to do in Newport Beach →
Museums & LearningFREE
Bowers Museum — Free Sundays (Santa Ana residents)
Bowers Museum · Santa Ana
10am–4pm
More to do in Santa Ana →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Villa Park Diwali Celebration
Villa Park
See details
Festivals & FairsGame tickets required (prices vary)
Anaheim Ducks Kids' Sock Sundays & Día de Muertos Night (Honda Center)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Festivals & FairsIncluded with theme park admission (food and drink extra)
Disney Festival of Holidays (Disney California Adventure)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Festivals & FairsRequires park admission
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort (Holiday Time & Festival of Holidays)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Holiday MarketsFREE
Christmas Market at Old World Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach
See details
More to do in Huntington Beach →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Murrieta Rotary Field of Honor
Murrieta
See details
More to do in Murrieta →
SantaOfficial 2026 all-in prices (fees included): Value $56.25 adult / $49.25 child (2-11); Standard $74.25 / $67.25; Premium $88.25 / $81.25. Under 2 free on a lap with a free infant ticket.
THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride
Perris
See details
More to do in Perris →

Mon, Nov 16

🥕 2 farmers markets today— closest: Escondido, West Hollywoodmarkets guide →

Tue, Nov 17

🥕 13 farmers markets today— closest: Irvine, Santa Ana, Huntington Beachmarkets guide →

Wed, Nov 18

🥕 6 farmers markets today— closest: Lake Forest, Tustin, Fullertonmarkets guide →

Museums & LearningFREE
North County Model Railroad Society Public Open Hours
230 Peyri Dr · Oceanside
Wednesdays & Saturdays 10am–3pm
More to do in Oceanside →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Manhattan Beach Pier Lighting
Manhattan Beach
See details
More to do in Manhattan Beach →

Thu, Nov 19

🥕 12 farmers markets today— closest: Costa Mesa, Norco, Anaheimmarkets guide →

Arts & CultureFREE
First Thursdays Art Walk
Downtown Laguna galleries · Laguna Beach
First Thu 6–9pm
More to do in Laguna Beach →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Murrieta Market Nights
Washington Ave & Juniper St, Downtown Murrieta · Murrieta
1st & 3rd Thursdays 5–9pm
More to do in Murrieta →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Oceanside Sunset Market
Pier View Way west of Coast Hwy & N. Tremont St, Downtown Oceanside · Oceanside
Thursdays 5–9pm
More to do in Oceanside →
Shopping & TreatsFREE
Thursday Night Market (Weekend Night Market)
Long Beach Promenade, between 3rd and 4th Streets · Long Beach
Thursdays 5–9pm
More to do in Long Beach →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Downtown Azusa Night Market
Azusa
See details
Festivals & FairsFREE
Monrovia Thankful & Grateful Holiday Gathering & Tree Lighting
Monrovia
See details
More to do in Monrovia →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration
Beverly Hills
See details

Fri, Nov 20

🥕 9 farmers markets today— closest: Laguna Hills, San Juan Capistrano, Anaheimmarkets guide →

Arts & CultureFREE
Historic Main Street Garden Grove Friday Night Cruise
Historic Main Street (12905 Main St) · Garden Grove
Fridays 4–8pm
More to do in Garden Grove →
Festivals & FairsFREE
Hermosa for the Holidays (Tree Lighting)
Hermosa Beach
See details
More to do in Hermosa Beach →
Arts & CultureFREE
Bob's Big Boy Classic Car Show
Bob's Big Boy Burbank · Burbank
Fridays 4–10pm
More to do in Burbank →

Sat, Nov 21

🥕 39 farmers markets today— closest: Irvine, Laguna Beach, Dana Pointmarkets guide →

Shopping & TreatsFREE
Weekend Night Market Mission Viejo (Third Saturdays)
North Paseo, 25282 Marguerite Pkwy · Mission Viejo
3rd Saturdays 5–9pm
More to do in Mission Viejo →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Pet Photos with Santa at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices aren't shown publicly; the mall's booking site (whereissanta.com) lists a $6.99 processing fee per booking.
Santa Photo Experience at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
Festivals & FairsSee site for admission (ticketed)
Sawdust Winter Fantasy
Laguna Beach
See details
More to do in Laguna Beach →
Tree FarmsSee site (cash or check only; ATM on site)
Peltzer Pines Christmas Tree Farm
Silverado
See details
Festivals & FairsFREE
Happy Harbor Days Holiday Lights (Dana Point Harbor)
Dana Point
See details
More to do in Dana Point →
Holiday MarketsFREE
Dreamers Markets at Westcliff Plaza
Newport Beach
See details
More to do in Newport Beach →
Festivals & FairsTicketed (see Segerstrom)
Milo the Magnificent (Segerstrom Family Series)
Costa Mesa
See details
More to do in Costa Mesa →
Arts & CultureFREE
Plaza Navideña Tree Lighting
Plaza Calle Cuatro, Downtown Santa Ana · Santa Ana
Sat evening
More to do in Santa Ana →
Parks & HikingFREE
Free Public Train Rides at Goathill Junction
Fairview Park, Goathill Junction Railroad (Orange County Model Engineers) · Costa Mesa
3rd full weekend of the month, 10am–3:30pm
More to do in Costa Mesa →
Arts & CultureFREE
Cars & Coffee Corona
The Shops at Dos Lagos, 2780 Cabot Dr · Corona
Saturdays 7–9am
More to do in Corona →
Festivals & FairsIncluded with theme park admission (food and drink extra)
Disney Festival of Holidays (Disney California Adventure)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →

Sun, Nov 22

🥕 28 farmers markets today— closest: Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Irvinemarkets guide →

SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Pet Photos with Santa at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices aren't shown publicly; the mall's booking site (whereissanta.com) lists a $6.99 processing fee per booking.
Santa Photo Experience at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
See details
More to do in Mission Viejo →
Festivals & FairsSee site for admission (ticketed)
Sawdust Winter Fantasy
Laguna Beach
See details
More to do in Laguna Beach →
Tree FarmsSee site (cash or check only; ATM on site)
Peltzer Pines Christmas Tree Farm
Silverado
See details
Festivals & FairsFREE
Happy Harbor Days Holiday Lights (Dana Point Harbor)
Dana Point
See details
More to do in Dana Point →
Holiday MarketsSee site
Patchwork Show Tustin
Tustin
See details
More to do in Tustin →
Holiday MarketsFREE
Dreamers Markets at Westcliff Plaza
Newport Beach
See details
More to do in Newport Beach →
Festivals & FairsTicketed (see Segerstrom)
Milo the Magnificent (Segerstrom Family Series)
Costa Mesa
See details
More to do in Costa Mesa →
Museums & LearningFREE
Bowers Museum — Free Sundays (Santa Ana residents)
Bowers Museum · Santa Ana
10am–4pm
More to do in Santa Ana →
Festivals & FairsIncluded with theme park admission (food and drink extra)
Disney Festival of Holidays (Disney California Adventure)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Festivals & FairsRequires park admission
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort (Holiday Time & Festival of Holidays)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Holiday MarketsFREE
Christmas Market at Old World Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach
See details
More to do in Huntington Beach →

Mon, Nov 23

🥕 2 farmers markets today— closest: Escondido, West Hollywoodmarkets guide →

Festivals & Fairs$20 per child (ages 6–12)
Kids' Day In: Friendsgiving (Yorba Linda)
Yorba Linda
See details
More to do in Yorba Linda →
Arts & CultureNo cost listed
Mission Inn Festival of Lights (nightly display)
Historic Mission Inn & downtown Riverside · Riverside
Nightly after dusk
More to do in Riverside →
SantaPhoto package prices not listed on the official page (see Terms and Conditions link).
Merry Memories Santa Photos at The Mission Inn
Riverside
See details
More to do in Riverside →

Tue, Nov 24

🥕 13 farmers markets today— closest: Irvine, Santa Ana, Huntington Beachmarkets guide →

SantaOfficial 2026: Standard tier, $74.25 adult / $67.25 child (2-11), all-in.
THE POLAR EXPRESS Sensory Friendly Train
Perris
See details
More to do in Perris →
Arts & CultureNo cost listed
Mission Inn Festival of Lights (nightly display)
Historic Mission Inn & downtown Riverside · Riverside
Nightly after dusk
More to do in Riverside →
SantaPhoto package prices not listed on the official page (see Terms and Conditions link).
Merry Memories Santa Photos at The Mission Inn
Riverside
See details
More to do in Riverside →

Wed, Nov 25

🥕 6 farmers markets today— closest: Lake Forest, Tustin, Fullertonmarkets guide →

Arts & CultureNo cost listed
Mission Inn Festival of Lights (nightly display)
Historic Mission Inn & downtown Riverside · Riverside
Nightly after dusk
More to do in Riverside →
SantaPhoto package prices not listed on the official page (see Terms and Conditions link).
Merry Memories Santa Photos at The Mission Inn
Riverside
See details
More to do in Riverside →
Museums & LearningFREE
North County Model Railroad Society Public Open Hours
230 Peyri Dr · Oceanside
Wednesdays & Saturdays 10am–3pm
More to do in Oceanside →

Thu, Nov 26

🥕 12 farmers markets today— closest: Costa Mesa, Norco, Anaheimmarkets guide →

Turkey Trots10K $48.70; 5K $43.40; Little Gobbler's 1K $16.90
Turkey Trot on The Ranch
Rancho Mission Viejo
See details
Festivals & FairsPaid registration plus $5 campus parking pass
OC Irvine Turkey Trot (14th Annual)
Irvine
See details
More to do in Irvine →
Thanksgiving WeekendTicketed; see Buy Tickets for 2026 prices
Sawdust Art Festival Winter Fantasy
Laguna Beach
See details
More to do in Laguna Beach →
Arts & CultureFREE
First Thursdays Art Walk
Downtown Laguna galleries · Laguna Beach
First Thu 6–9pm
More to do in Laguna Beach →
Turkey Trots5K $48 / 10K $54 / 10K+5K combo $63; kids' 1-Mile Gobble Wobble $25
Dana Point Turkey Trot
Dana Point
See details
More to do in Dana Point →
Turkey TrotsSee site; kids 5 and under free without registering
Turkey Trot OC 5K (Orange County Rescue Mission)
Tustin
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More to do in Tustin →
Turkey Trots5K or 10K $43.40 ($48.70 after Nov 3); Kids 1K $16.90; Tot Trot $16.90
Plymouth Rock n Run
Anaheim
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More to do in Anaheim →
Turkey Trots$45 adults 14+ through Oct 31, then $50 ($55 race day); kids 13 and under $20
Huntington Beach Turkey Wobble
Huntington Beach
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More to do in Huntington Beach →
Turkey Trots10K $69; 5K $59; 2 mile $49; Kids Fun Run $10 (prices rise after Nov 22)
Inland Valley Turkey Trot
Menifee
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More to do in Menifee →
Thanksgiving WeekendIncluded with Knott's Berry Farm park admission (food/merch extra)
Knott's Merry Farm
Buena Park
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More to do in Buena Park →
Turkey Trots5K $27.50; 10K $32.80 (ages 7+); Lil' Turkey Trot free (6 and under)
Hobby Joggers Turkey Trot
Temecula
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More to do in Temecula →
Thanksgiving WeekendNo cost listed for downtown viewing; ice rink $20/skater incl. skates; Lights & Delights Tour $65 adult / $35 ages 6–12
Mission Inn Festival of Lights (34th annual)
Riverside
See details
More to do in Riverside →

Fri, Nov 27

🥕 9 farmers markets today— closest: Laguna Hills, San Juan Capistrano, Anaheimmarkets guide →

Thanksgiving WeekendTicketed; see Buy Tickets for 2026 prices
Sawdust Art Festival Winter Fantasy
Laguna Beach
See details
More to do in Laguna Beach →
Thanksgiving WeekendTicketed; ice skating and carnival wristbands are add-ons (2026 admission prices not captured)
Winter Fest OC
Costa Mesa
See details
More to do in Costa Mesa →
Holiday ShowsSee site
The Nutcracker (Anaheim Ballet)
Anaheim
See details
More to do in Anaheim →
Arts & CultureFREE
Historic Main Street Garden Grove Friday Night Cruise
Historic Main Street (12905 Main St) · Garden Grove
Fridays 4–8pm
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Shopping & TreatsFREE
City of Perris Night Market
Downtown Perris, 223 S. D St · Perris
4th Fridays 5–10pm
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Thanksgiving WeekendIncluded with Knott's Berry Farm park admission (food/merch extra)
Knott's Merry Farm
Buena Park
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Festivals & FairsNo cost listed
Santa's Arrival at Pennypickle's Workshop
Temecula
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Thanksgiving Weekend$15 Thu/Fri/Sun, $20 Sat (and Dec 18–27); age 2 and under free; Family 4-Pack $50/$70; Riverside residents $13 Thu/Fri/Sun
Candy Land at Albert S. White Park (Festival of Lights)
Riverside
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Arts & CultureNo cost listed
Mission Inn Festival of Lights (nightly display)
Historic Mission Inn & downtown Riverside · Riverside
Nightly after dusk
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Thanksgiving WeekendTicketed (prices on venue site)
Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Live!
La Mirada
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Thanksgiving WeekendAdults from $28, children from $18, 2 and under free; parking $15 advance / $20 on-site
Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden
Encinitas
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Thanksgiving WeekendTicketed; 'Thanksgiving Family Four Pack' offered for Nov 25–26; prices rise Nov 20
LA Auto Show (Thanksgiving week)
Los Angeles
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Sat, Nov 28

🥕 39 farmers markets today— closest: Irvine, Laguna Beach, Dana Pointmarkets guide →

SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Pet Photos with Santa at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
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SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices aren't shown publicly; the mall's booking site (whereissanta.com) lists a $6.99 processing fee per booking.
Santa Photo Experience at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
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Festivals & FairsSee site for admission (ticketed)
Sawdust Winter Fantasy
Laguna Beach
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Tree FarmsSee site (cash or check only; ATM on site)
Peltzer Pines Christmas Tree Farm
Silverado
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SantaWed-Thu: adults (13+) $28, kids 3-12 $18, military $14. Fri-Sun: $33 / $23 / $16.50. Parking $12 per car on Fri-Sun and Dec 21-23. Games $3 per ticket. Prices from the official 2026 page.
Santa's Hilltop Village at Tanaka Farms' Hikari: Festival of Lights
Irvine
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Festivals & FairsFREE
Happy Harbor Days Holiday Lights (Dana Point Harbor)
Dana Point
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Holiday Trains2026: $22 per ticket (10am to 3pm slots), $32 (4 to 5pm and 7 to 8pm), $37 (5 to 7pm), $27 (8 to 9pm), plus a $5 per-ticket service fee; under 24 months free. Professional Santa photos $15 to $20 extra (2026 official page). Regional park entry fee also applies before 6pm.
Christmas Train
Orange
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SantaTrain $22 (10am-3pm), $32 (4-5pm & 7-8pm), $37 (5-7pm), $27 (8-9pm) per ticket + $5/ticket online fee; under 24 months ride free. Santa photo $15 per 5x7 print ($10 each extra print, $20 digital; personal cameras free). Santa's Village free to enter; activity tickets $8 or 15 for $100. Park entry $3 weekdays/$5 weekends/$7 holidays per car; free parking after 6pm. All prices from the official 2026 page.
Irvine Park Railroad Christmas Train & Santa's Village
Orange
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Holiday MarketsFREE
Dreamers Markets at Westcliff Plaza
Newport Beach
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Festivals & FairsFREE
Fire & Lights Festival and Lighting of the Bay (Newport Dunes)
Newport Beach
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Holiday ShowsSee site
A Christmas Carol (South Coast Repertory)
Costa Mesa
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Thanksgiving WeekendTicketed (on sale now)
A Christmas Carol at South Coast Repertory (opening weekend)
Costa Mesa
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Sun, Nov 29

🥕 28 farmers markets today— closest: Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Irvinemarkets guide →

Arts & CultureFREE
Santa's Arrival & Lighting Ceremony
Civic Center Plaza, 200 Civic Center Dr · Mission Viejo
Sun 3–5:30pm, Santa arrives 6pm
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SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices not shown publicly.
Pet Photos with Santa at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
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SantaPaid photo packages. 2026 prices aren't shown publicly; the mall's booking site (whereissanta.com) lists a $6.99 processing fee per booking.
Santa Photo Experience at The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo
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Festivals & FairsSee site for admission (ticketed)
Sawdust Winter Fantasy
Laguna Beach
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Tree FarmsSee site (cash or check only; ATM on site)
Peltzer Pines Christmas Tree Farm
Silverado
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SantaWed-Thu: adults (13+) $28, kids 3-12 $18, military $14. Fri-Sun: $33 / $23 / $16.50. Parking $12 per car on Fri-Sun and Dec 21-23. Games $3 per ticket. Prices from the official 2026 page.
Santa's Hilltop Village at Tanaka Farms' Hikari: Festival of Lights
Irvine
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Festivals & FairsFREE
Happy Harbor Days Holiday Lights (Dana Point Harbor)
Dana Point
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Holiday ShowsSee site
Choir! Choir! Choir!: Un-Silent Night
Irvine
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Holiday Trains2026: $22 per ticket (10am to 3pm slots), $32 (4 to 5pm and 7 to 8pm), $37 (5 to 7pm), $27 (8 to 9pm), plus a $5 per-ticket service fee; under 24 months free. Professional Santa photos $15 to $20 extra (2026 official page). Regional park entry fee also applies before 6pm.
Christmas Train
Orange
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SantaTrain $22 (10am-3pm), $32 (4-5pm & 7-8pm), $37 (5-7pm), $27 (8-9pm) per ticket + $5/ticket online fee; under 24 months ride free. Santa photo $15 per 5x7 print ($10 each extra print, $20 digital; personal cameras free). Santa's Village free to enter; activity tickets $8 or 15 for $100. Park entry $3 weekdays/$5 weekends/$7 holidays per car; free parking after 6pm. All prices from the official 2026 page.
Irvine Park Railroad Christmas Train & Santa's Village
Orange
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Holiday MarketsFREE
Dreamers Markets at Westcliff Plaza
Newport Beach
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Festivals & FairsFREE
Fire & Lights Festival and Lighting of the Bay (Newport Dunes)
Newport Beach
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Mon, Nov 30

🥕 2 farmers markets today— closest: Escondido, West Hollywoodmarkets guide →

Festivals & FairsNo cost listed
Temecula Christmas Tree Lighting
Temecula
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Arts & CultureNo cost listed
Mission Inn Festival of Lights (nightly display)
Historic Mission Inn & downtown Riverside · Riverside
Nightly after dusk
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Holiday ShowsSee site
The Nutcracker (Westside Ballet of Santa Monica)
Santa Monica
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