Holiday Tree Lighting at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Guests gather to celebrate the start of the holiday season with dazzling lights, festive music, and complimentary cookies and hot chocolate. The event features a holiday marketplace highlighting offerings from local food and beverage vendors. All ticket proceeds benefit Surfers Healing to provide surf camps for people living with autism.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
$40+ fee per person (complimentary for children under 3).
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Monarch Beach
Food & Drink
The holiday marketplace features local favorites including Truly Gelato, Brooklyn City Pizza, Gelson's Markets, and Melissa's Produce.
Parking
Valet parking at the resort is $10 with proof of a Holiday Tree Lighting ticket; it is expected to reach max capacity in the afternoon before the event. Guests may also pay to park at the Salt Creek Beach Parking Lot.
Pets
Pets are not permitted.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Purchase admission tickets before arriving; tickets are required for entry, and children under three are admitted free.
- If using resort valet, bring proof of your event ticket for the $10 rate; valet may reach capacity in the afternoon before the event.
- Consider paid parking at Salt Creek Beach Parking Lot if resort valet is full.
- Leave pets at home because animals are not permitted on the lawn during the event.
- If you plan to attend the Pacific Vocal Series holiday performance, purchase its separate ticket in addition to tree-lighting admission.
Special Events & Promotions
- Admission is complimentary for children under 3.
- A separate ticket is required for the Pacific Vocal Series holiday performance.
Links & Contact
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is invited to the tree lighting?
Locals and hotel guests are invited.
What can visitors do during the event?
See the tree lighting, enjoy festive music and entertainment, visit the holiday marketplace, and take photos with Santa.
What food and drinks are available?
The marketplace features local food and beverage vendors, and holiday cookies and hot chocolate are complimentary.
Are tickets required, and can visitors buy them at the event?
Tickets are required for entry. The available details direct visitors to reserve tickets online but do not specify door sales.
Is parking available, and are pets allowed?
Valet parking is available for ticket holders, but it may reach capacity before the event; Salt Creek Beach Parking Lot is another option. Pets are not permitted.
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