Discover the best winter events in Orange County for 2025 — including Santa photos, coastal Christmas celebrations, tree lightings, markets, and festive family activities.

Kick off the holidays, SoCal-style! From sparkling seaside resorts to small-town plazas, Orange County glows bright this season with free tree-lighting ceremonies, live music, Santa sightings, and plenty of cocoa. Here’s your Kur8ed Guide to every major tree-lighting event across the OC — organized by city for easy planning.