If you are reading this, then there is no excuse for not getting out in the month of December. Our communities are all offering something for someone. My personal favorite is the Newport Beach Boat Parade as it is a holiday tradition for me and my kids. We park on Balboa Island, get our hot drinks and then stroll the island taking in the lights, decorations and the boats. I will be in town for the holidays and available if you or someone you know would like to purchase a home in our area. Please feel free to call me at anytime.
Month of December
Candy Cane Lane
EL Corzo Street in Rancho Santa Margarita
Extravagant and eye popping light displays
Nightly
Gingerbread House Academy at the St. Regis
Children can create their own Gingerbread houses
Saturdays and Sundays throughout December
$59.00 per child
Reservations 949-234-3272
December 1st-2nd
Boat rides with Santa
Dana Point Harbor-Dana Wharf Sportfishing
10a.m.-2p.m.
December 1st
Christmas at Mission San Juan Capistrano
Tree Lighting, Nativity, Exhibits and crafts
Special Visitor-Santa Clause
5:30p.m-7:30p.m.
949-234-1300
www.missionsjc.com
December 1st
Candy Cane Carnival
San Clemente Community Center
Variety show, cookie decorating, magic show
Visit with Santa Clause
Annual lighting of tree
5:15p.m
949-361-8264
December 7th, 8th,14th,15th
Dana Point Boat Parade
This year's theme is Mardi Gras
949-923-2255
www.danapointharbor.com
December 8th
Dana Point Winter Festival
Craft fair, petting zoo including reindeer, entertainment
Games, tree lighting ceremony and real snow
La Plaza Park (PCH and Golden Lantern)
10:00a.m.
949-248-3530
December 8th
Teddy Bear Tea at the Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Teddy Bear Tea, Puppet Show, special menu
$55.00 per person
Please bring a Teddy Bear to donate to Choc.
10a.m. and 1p.m.
949-240-2000
December 8th
Laguna Niguel Annual Holiday Parade
This event is televised. This year's guests are:
Robert Hayes
Kate Flannery
Tommy Lasorda
Spencer Martin
And special guests-The Star Wars Alliance
Free shuttle and parking at the southwest corner of the Chet Holifield Federal Building parking lot. Buses run from 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
Parade starts at 10:00a.m. on Crown Valley Parkway between Nueva Vista and Crown Valley Park
www.lagunaniguelparade.com
December 9th
Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Fashion Island
Newport Beach
3:00p.m.
949-721-2000
December 9th
Menorah Lighting Ceremony in Ladera Ranch
Town center off Sienna Parkway
Entertainment and refreshments
3:00p.m.-5:00p.m
949-300-5800
www.laderalife.com
December 12th-16th
Newport Beach Boat Parade
This one is not to be missed.
6:30p.m.-8:30p.m.
www.ChristmasBoatParade.com
December 15th
Christmas Gift Program
San Clemente Community Center
Presents will be handed out to needy children in the community.
Please call Family Assistance Ministries if interested in donating gifts.
Event starts at 11:00A.M.
949-492-8477
December 31st
Laguna Beach Sawdust Festival Winter Fantasy
Over 175 artisans. Admission includes complimentary art projects for all ages, real snow, and holiday entertainment.
949-497-0514
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Christi,
These are good events to attend that you have suggested. I have heard of the Newport Boat Parade but have not gone to it. It must be special and unique with boats lighting up in the night.
Dave