2021 Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide - Week 2

Dana Point Times December 3–9, 2021

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HOLIDAY

Happenings FRIDAY, DEC. 3

Harbor Lights Cruise 6-7 p.m. Enjoy an hour-long boat ride through Dana Point Harbor, courtesy of Dana Wharf. Music, holiday lighting, and other festivities are part of the fun.

The cruise will sail on select Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the holiday season. Cost is $25 for adults, $15 for children ages 3-12, and $5 for children ages 2 and under. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point. 888.224.0603. danawharf.com.

‘A Christmas Story’ Performance 7:30 p.m. Get the holiday season started with a performance of this classic Christmas story, performed on stage at Camino Real Playhouse. Relive Ralphie’s quest to get a Red Ryder BB gun, but be careful not to shoot your eye out with that thing! The play runs through Dec. 19. Check the venue website for ticket prices and times. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.org.

SATURDAY, DEC. 4

Boat Ride with Santa 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tour the waters around Dana Point Harbor with St. Nick himself.

A boat ride in South Orange County may not be the same as a sleigh ride at the North Pole, but the festive spirt is all the same. Tickets are $5 per person, and all proceeds will be donated to Soroptimist of Capistrano Bay. Reservations are required, and there is a 6-person-per-reservation limit. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point.

888.224.0603. danawharf.com.

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Santa Paws 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Bring your pet down for holiday-themed photo opportunities during the 10th annual Santa Paws, hosted by the Pet Project Foundation. Pet photos will be offered for a small donation. The event will also be available the next day on Dec. 5 at the same time. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point.

888.224.0603. danapointharbor.com.

Capistrano Lights 4-6 p.m. This annual South Orange County event returns with holiday programming, music, a nativity scene, extended hours for the Serra Chapel, and more. Marvel at the historic grounds of the Mission during select evenings, running through Dec. 20.

Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.234.1300. missionsjc.com.

Santa’s Village by the Sea 4-8 p.m. The City of San Clemente and the Downtown Business Association present a fun event to spread holiday cheer. Get ready for music, food, hot chocolate, snow, and more.

Wristbands or tickets are required for certain activities. Check the city website to see the calendar of events and times. Avenida del Mar, San Clemente.

949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

See the ‘Tallest Tree in OC’ Get a gander of what is being promoted as the “tallest tree in OC” at the Outlets of San Clemente. The 100-foot-tall tree is adorned with bows, ornaments, and lights. Drop by for a picture with the family. 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente.

949.535.2323. outletsatsanclemente.com.

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HOLIDAY

Happenings SUNDAY, DEC. 5 + 12

Gingerbread House and Cookie Decorating 2-4 p.m. Create your own seasonal treats at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Call 949.240.2000 to reserve your spot. Cost is $250 per gingerbread house. 1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point. ritzcarlton.com.

THURSDAY, DEC. 9 + 23

Carolers at THE Harbor 4-7 p.m. Listen to some seasonal tunes while enjoying the water and shops in Dana Point Harbor. 34675 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point. 949.388.3663. danapointharbor.com.

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FRIDAY, DEC. 10

Boat Parade of Lights 7:30 p.m. Prepare to be dazzled at night while near the water during the 46th annual Boat Parade of Lights. The event also runs at the same time on Dec. 11 and at 6 p.m. on Dec. 12. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point. 949.388.3663. danapointharbor.com.

Holiday Storytelling 7:30 p.m. Bring the kids to hear seasonal tales with Santa at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Donations of new children’s books will be collected for Miracles for Kids. The event also runs at the same time on Dec. 11, 17, and 18. 1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point.

949.240.2000. ritzcarlton.com.

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HOLIDAY

Happenings SUNDAY, DEC. 10-23

THURSDAY, DEC. 16

Winterscape & Festival of Trees

Holiday Painting Workshop

5:30-8 p.m. Llive music, appearances

by Santa, ice skating and more at Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park. 30753 La Pata Road, San Juan Capistrano.

949.299.7219. sanjuanoutpost.com.

5-7 p.m. Learn how to paint miniature ornaments on canvas. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, 31692 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano.

949.503.5700. marriott.com.

SATURDAY, DEC. 11

Sunsets with Santa 3-5 p.m. Get a photo with Santa at the San Clemente Pier. Additional photo opportunities will also be available on certain dates. Check the city website for times. 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

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FRIDAY, DEC. 17-19

A Cabrillo Holiday Celebration 7:30 p.m. Join Cabrillo Playhouse for an evening of family-friendly songs celebrating the holidays. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente. 949.492.0465. cabrilloplayhouse.org.

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