Celebrate the holidays at Mission San Juan Capistrano. Capistrano Lights returns Dec 19–30 with tree lighting, carolers & glowing light displays. ✨🎄Enjoy festive cocktails at El Café Real, relax by the fire pits, and wake to the sound of mission bells. 🕯️ Stay Nearby Extend the holiday magic with a stay at Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection — or the Best Hotels in South Orange County for a coastal holiday escape. ✨ Kick off the holidays SoCal-style — explore all the best Orange County tree lighting events 2025 →