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Fairs, festivals, parades and seasonal traditions across Orange County — what is on right now, and what is coming up.

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Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade (118th)

Dec 16–20, 2026Newport Harbor, Newport BeachNightlyBegins approx. 6:30pmFree from shore
More than 100 decorated yachts and boats along a 14-mile harbor route, paired with the Ring of Lights bayfront home competition. Fireworks on opening and closing nights.

Also on the calendar

2Sawdust Winter Fantasy
Nov 20 – Dec 20, 2026Sawdust Art Festival, Laguna BeachFri-Sun

More dates

Newport Harbor Holiday Lights Cruises — Dec 4, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
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