The 33rd Annual Festival of Lights
Visitors can wander through illuminated courtyards filled with millions of twinkling lights, festive displays, and holiday decorations. The event features roaming carolers, a giant gingerbread house, fresh fallen snow, and live entertainment. Guests can also browse the Holiday Marketplace and Festival of Lights Store or arrange photos with Santa.
Nov 21, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Neighborhood
Downtown San Bernardino
Food & Drink
Enjoy festive menus, holiday brunches, Breakfast with Santa at The Steakhouse on Saturdays and Sundays from November 22 through December 20, and seasonal cocktails at the lounges.
Parking
Valet and self-parking are open to visitors as well as hotel guests, and rates vary by event and season.
Pets
Only service animals are allowed.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Come on November 21 for the Opening Ceremony, which starts the festival with fireworks, live entertainment and a visit from Santa.
- Book Breakfast with Santa at The Steakhouse early, because it runs only on Saturdays and Sundays from November 22 through December 20.
- Reserve restaurant tables ahead, especially on weekends and holidays, when the hotel highly recommends reservations for dining during the festival.
- Arrive by sunset, because that's when the roaming carolers, the giant gingerbread house and the fresh fallen snow begin.
- Book the Signature Santa Experience if you want a photographer to capture your family's visit with Santa.
Special Events & Promotions
- Opening Ceremony on November 21 with fireworks, live entertainment and a visit from Santa.
- Breakfast with Santa at The Steakhouse every Saturday and Sunday from November 22 through December 20 (booked separately).
- New this year: the Festival of Lights Store, plus Lights and Delights Tours and Family Experiences.
- Holiday dining to book separately: Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet and Christmas Day dining.
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 contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see and do?
The Mission Inn is covered in more than 10 million lights, with decorations and displays through its courtyards. Once the sun sets, there are roaming carolers, a giant gingerbread house and fresh fallen snow. You'll also find live music and entertainment, visits with Santa and holiday shopping.
What's new this year?
There's a new Festival of Lights Store. This season also brings Lights and Delights Tours, a Holiday Market and Family Experiences. Breakfast with Santa at The Steakhouse is also a new addition.
How can we meet Santa?
The Signature Santa Experience gives your family a moment with Santa while a photographer captures it. On weekend mornings, Breakfast with Santa at The Steakhouse has Santa acting as honorary maître d', greeting guests and visiting tables.
Where can we eat and drink?
The Mission Inn Restaurant, The Steakhouse, Bella Trattoria and Las Campanas all serve festive menus. The Presidential and California Lounges pour special holiday cocktails, and Candy Lane sells sweets. Reservations are highly recommended on weekends and holidays.
Do I need to be a hotel guest to visit?
No. The public is welcome to dine, visit the shops and join tours without staying at the hotel.
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