Winter Fest OC Welcomes 2024 with New Year’s Eve Celebrations #WinterFestOC

Winter Fest OC Welcomes 2024 with New Year’s Eve Celebration Featuring Double Countdowns, Fireworks, Tribute Bands, and Winter Wonders!

Celebrate New Year’s Eve & Last Week of SoCal’s Winter Wonderland with Live Entertainment, Festive Attractions, and Endless Delights at Winter Fest OC

Join in the fun on New Year's Day with Pajama Day or celebrate Three Kings’ Day on January 6th with special entertainment. On January 3rd, Winter Fest OC pays tribute to Military and First Responders, with special dedicated moments throughout the event.

New Year’s Eve - Dec. 31

Ring in the new year with a dazzling firework display among Yowie the Yeti and friends. Gather ‘round the Holiday House Stage and enjoy a variety of special NYE entertainment, including the Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Spectacular. End the night (and year!) on a high note by dancing to the tunes of fan-favorite hits and singalong songs from the Taylor Swift and Bruno Mars tribute bands. Don't miss out on this double dose of fun as we bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one with a bang! 

NYE Entertainment Schedule

3:00pm: Live entertainment with Taylor Swift Tribute Band, Twist on Taylor

5:00pm: Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting Spectacular Show

5:45pm: Early NYE Countdown & Firework Show with Taylor Swift Tribute Band, Twist on Taylor

7:30pm: Holiday Parade & Show 

8:30pm: Live entertainment with Bruno Mars Tribute Band, 24K Magic!

11:15pm: NYE Countdown & Firework Show with Bruno Mars Tribute Band, 24K Magic! 

 

New Year's Day Pajama Party - Jan. 1

Had a late night? Snow worries! Kick off 2024 with ultimate comfort and style at Winter Fest OC. All guests are encouraged to wear cozy PJs for a unique and relaxed celebration. Commemorate the new year by making unforgettable memories with a fun and cozy twist!

Military/First Responder Day - Jan. 3

Winter Fest OC proudly honors its military and first responders with special moments dedicated to recognizing their sacrifices and dedication. Join Winter Fest OC in paying tribute to the brave individuals who protect and serve our communities on January 3rd.

Three Kings’ Day - Jan. 6

Celebrate Three Kings’ Day at Winter Fest OC with special entertainment performances for an added touch of magic to this traditional holiday.

Three Kings’ Day Performance Schedule

2:30pm: Performance by Irvine Art Music and Dance

3:15pm: Performance by Susan Elana’s Flamenco Dancers 

4:00pm: Performance by Rhythm Mariachi’s 

 

Tickets & Pricing

Limited admission tickets are available now through January 7th at WinterFestOC.com, with general admission tickets starting at $32.99 for children and $37.99 for adults. 

For the latest updates on promotions, entertainment, food and fun, follow us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube or with #WinterFestOC

Winter Fest OC Returns to OC Fairgrounds!! #winterfestoc

Winter Fest OC 2023 is Back & Bringing Cheer to Orange County 

On Select dates from November 24, 2023 - January 7, 2024 at the OC Fair & Event Center. 

Thank you Winter Fest OC for the invite to experience the eliminating fun for all ages. We had the best time. All opinions are my own.

Winter Fest OC, Southern California’s largest winter festival, transforms OC Fair & Event Center into a magical wonderland with the region’s one and only outdoor ice skating trail, ice tubing slide, and a real snow play area filled with endless delights. Winter is here in OC! 

There's free play to snowball throwing zones, sledding for the little ones, and a mesmerizing snow carousel, Winter Fest OC offers a winter wonderland like no other. 

Winter Fest OC promises endless opportunities for memory-making fun for kids and adults alike. Sip on seasonal cocktails, wine, and beer in the all-new holiday lounge, discover talented local artisans and complete your gift shopping at the new holiday market, and enjoy festive photo opportunities throughout Winter Fest OC. 

General admission tickets include the fan-favorite thrilling 150-foot-long, 9-lane ice tubing slide, and the magical “North Pole Journey” experience where visitors can embark on a guided quest to become a certified elf, filled with wonder and interactive discoveries along the way. 

Additional attractions include real snow play, interactive character meet and greets, live stage performances, a nightly tree lighting celebration with snow flurries, dazzling light displays, and much more.

Get your tickets and add-ons for their 2023 season at Winter Fest OC!

Season Dates: Nov. 24, 2023 - Jan. 7, 2024. Save on select Winter Savers dates: Nov 26th, Dec. 1st, 7th, 14th, 21st, Dec. 25 - 28th, Jan. 1-7th.

General admission tickets include:

• Entry into SoCal’s Largest Winter Festival

• Access to the North Pole Journey Guided Tour

​• Snow Play​ (perfect for littles)

• Unlimited Ice Tubing Rides

• Holiday Market Access

• Nightly Live Entertainment (parade & character meet new greets) 

• Evening Tree Lighting Show

• Dazzling Light Displays

• Winter Photo Ops

• Carnival Access​ (additional fee for rides and games) 

• foodie eats & treats plus cocoa of course

We had so much fun but really could have spent another two to three hours enjoying it all. I think we're headed back for round two soon! 

Get social and stay connected with the latest using #WinterFestOC 

Merry Farm 2023 Returns to Knott's Berry Farm from November 17 through January 7

Tis the Season for Merry Farm at Knott's Berry Farm!!!

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Knott's! Decorations are starting to go up and the feeling of merriment is near.

Knott’s Merry Farm begins November 17 and goes through January 7. This festive event is one of my most favorite places to visit and visit again and again over the Holidays!

During the holiday season, the park transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland featuring a landscape of thousands of twinkling lights and miles of beautiful garland. I've said it before and I'll say it again... Knott's is gorgeous to photograph at night and during Merry Farm there's that extra special feeling. 

New for guests this year, Knott’s melodrama company presents a reimagined Charles Dickens classic, A Calico Christmas Carol. The Bird Cage Theatre will also present the heartwarming Knott's version of O. Henry's classic tale of love and sacrifice, The Gift of the Magi, 1885.

Plus the return of holiday favorites including Snoopy's Night Before Christmas, Santa's Christmas Cabin, Snow and Glow, the Christmas Crafts Village, and more!

Who else loves a classic Snoopy on Ice show?! Me too, me too!

Wishing you all a Happy Holiday season... see you at the Farm! 

For more information on Knott's Merry Farm, visit Knott's website - https://bit.ly/40r6An0

Don't forget to get social using #MerryFarm

MainPlace Mall will host the 8th annual Taste of Santa Ana on October 14th #TasteOfSantaAna

MainPlace Mall will host the 8th annual Taste of Santa Ana on October 14th from 5-9PM

Enjoy A Fiesta of Flavors During the Taste of Santa Ana

The 8th Annual Taste of Santa Ana takes place on October 14, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana. This foodie festival celebrates the diverse and vibrant food scene of Orange County.

For the enterance price, attendees can sample unlimited dishes from over 30 of the area's top restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and breweries. 

I can not wait to do a foodie stroll through the event sampling all sorts of "chef creations, ethnic specialties, comfort foods", and more!

I'm ready to find my next favorite food stop!

It's going to be festive with live music and entertainment on the center stage! Like to pair tastings with drinks? Oh perfect because local breweries and wineries will be on site too!

Do you want to go over the top and enjoy to the fullest? Go VIP!! Enjoy an open bar complimenting Orange County’s top restaurants! Private seating for music, VIP treats & more... details here!

The all age friendly fun starts at 5pm and gors nto the evening... who else wants to dance, eat & enjoy some drinks?! 

The Entertainment...

Feel the rhythm with Flashpants, America's premier 80's party dance cover band, and relive the iconic hits of the era.

There will be an in-house DJ to keep the party rolling, offering a blend of modern tunes, so wear your dancing shoes!

Grab your friends and family, head over to the Taste of Santa Ana to, savor delectable eats & treats while you dance away the evening. A night of laughter, dance, and memories awaits! 

Don't delay - the Taste of Santa Ana will sell out! There's two awesome ways for you to experience all the food, music, and fun while saving money too!

Early-Bird Pricing

Purchase your tickets before September 24, 2023, you'll enjoy 40% off the regular price for both VIP and general admission tickets!

Group Pricing

Grab your friends and save with the Friends 4-pack! This bundle gets you 4 tickets and are available for general admission and the VIP experience.

This is a family-friendly event with live music, a kid's zone, photo booth, lawn games, charity raffle, and more! Ticket information here.

See you all at the Taste of Santa Ana!!!

Knott’s Spooky Farm 2023 - details on all things Snoopy Spooky #spookyfarm

Knott’s Spooky Farm Kicks Off on September 28! Select Dates September 28 – October 31

Attention Trick-or-Treaters! Knott's just released all the deets on Spooky Farm!!

Enjoy the spooktacular Halloween season at Knott's Spooky Farm, a family-friendly Halloween celebration. Families can join in on the ghoulish fun as the park transforms with themed décor and wicked fun around every corner. The Fall Season of Fun offers Halloween-themed activities that celebrate the season, including trick-or-treating, a lineup of original shows, and pumpkin decorating. Knott's Spooky Farm will be taking place in the daytime, Thursdays through Sundays, September 28 through October 29, 2023, plus Columbus Day and Halloween.

Kids can participate in a memorable trick-or-treating experience in the spooky streets of Ghost Town, where they will interact with an array of spooky but friendly shopkeepers and show off their festive Halloween costumes. Guests can also visit the Livery Stable to get close and personal with the Creepy Critters of Calico. Spiders, bugs, and more await at our Creepy Critters Corral. Whimsical jack-o-lanterns surround Calico Park as it changes into an enchanting Pumpkin Patch location for families to enjoy the season's atmosphere with photo ops. Guests can get in the spirit by decorating their very own themed cookie or pumpkin right in the heart of Ghost Town. Miniature pumpkins or Halloween cookies will be available for a nominal fee. Little ghouls are also encouraged to strut their stuff and show off their Halloween Costumes in the Calico Carnival Costume Cavalcade hosted by some of your favorite town citizens at the Calico Mine Stage. Also at the Calico Mine Stage, Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies are back for a country concert like no other, with plenty of high-energy music and comedy on tap.

Gals and ghouls are in for a treat as the Bob Baker Marionette Theatre Show is back with their Halloween-themed show at Birdcage Theatre. These peculiar puppeteers will amaze all with a spooky puppet show that will have little ones and adults entertained all day.

The residents of The Timber Mountain Log Ride will celebrate the Halloween Hootenanny, which adds a family-friendly seasonal twist to a park favorite. The ride's interior features surprise after surprise as guests venture past the Calico Coffin Creeper Band, the town's Green Witch and splash down Skull Mountain through a labyrinth of jack-o-lanterns. The fun continues for little ones at the Calico Mine Ride as it undergoes a fantastical transformation into a candy wonderland! Grab a seat to explore the caves and caverns for candy confections, but keep an eye out for the elusive Pink Fairy.

Knott's Spooky Farm runs daytime Thursdays through Sundays, September 28 through October 29, 2023, plus Columbus Day and Halloween, and is included with regular park admission. 

The best way to enjoy Knott’s Spooky Farm and all of Knott's Seasons of Fun for the remainder of 2023 plus all of 2024 is with a 2024 Season Pass. A Regular Season Pass includes unlimited admission to Knott's Berry Farm with no blockout dates, and a Gold Season Pass includes unlimited admission to both Knott's Berry Farm and Knott's Soak City Waterpark with no blockout dates. Regular Season Passes start at just $99 or 11 easy payments of $6 after initial payment. Hurry before these offers end on October 31, 2023. Applicable taxes and fees apply. Payment plans are only available at knotts.com.

For more information on all the exciting things that are going on at Knott's Berry Farm, visit us online at knotts.com or download the Knott's Berry Farm app for your smartphone. Join the conversation by using #SpookyFarm on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.