2021 Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide - Week 2

The Capistrano Dispatch December 10–23, 2021

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HOLIDAY

Happenings FRIDAY, DEC. 10

Boat Parade of Lights

7:30 p.m. Prepare to be dazzled at night while near the water during the 46th annual Boat Parade of Lights. Enjoy the decorated boats while spending time at the harbor. The event also runs at the same time on Dec. 11 and at 6 p.m. on Dec. 12. Dana Point Harbor, 34675 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point. 949.388.3663. danapointharbor.com.

Holiday Storytelling

7:30 p.m. Bring the kids to hear seasonal tales with Santa at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Donations of new children’s books will be collected for Miracles for Kids. The event also runs at the same time on Dec. 11, 17, and 18. 1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point. 949.240.2000. ritzcarlton.com.

SATURDAY, DEC. 11

Yule-Tide Market and Celebration

9-3 p.m. Celebrate Christmas in a unique coastal way at Ocean Institute. Bring the family to get a photo with Santa or a mermaid. This event requires a ticket purchase. There will also be a mermaid and elf show at various times, and a holiday market with vendors and crafts makers will be held in the Ocean Institute parking lot. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

Sunsets with Santa

3-5 p.m. Get a photo with Santa at the San Clemente Pier, with the setting sun as a backdrop. Additional photo opportunities will also be available at certain dates.

Check the city website for specific times.

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622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente.

949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

SUNDAY, DEC. 12

Gingerbread House and Holiday Cookie Decorating

2-4 p.m. Create your own seasonal treats with the family at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. The pastry experts at the resort will guide you through making a sweet memento for the holidays. Call resort services at 949.240.2000 to reserve your spot. Cost is $250 per gingerbread house. 1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point. ritzcarlton.com.

TUESDAY, DEC. 14

‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Screening

6 p.m. Enjoy an outdoor screening of the holiday classic It’s a Wonderful Life at Casa Romantica. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 15

FIRST ANNUAL Boqueria Fiesta

4-6 p.m. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano aims to bring the community together with this event featuring local artisans and vendors offering jewelry, candles, home décor, and more. There will also be live music, raffle entry opportunities, and an appearance by Santa. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, 31692 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano.

949.503.5700. marriott.com.

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HOLIDAY

Happenings THURSDAY, DEC. 16

Holiday Painting Workshop

5-7 p.m. Learn how to paint miniature ornaments on canvas. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, 31692 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.503.5700. marriott.com.

FRIDAY, DEC. 17

A Cabrillo Holiday Celebration

7:30 p.m. Join Cabrillo Playhouse for an evening of family-friendly songs celebrating the holidays. The event also runs at the same time on Dec. 18 and at 2 p.m. on Dec. 19. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente. 949.492.0465. cabrilloplayhouse.org.

SUNDAY, DEC. 19

Winterscape & Festival of Trees

5:30-8 p.m. The Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park brings you this fun event, from Dec. 10-23. Activities will include the Festival of Trees, live music, appearances by Santa, ice skating, curling, and more. Take in the beauty of this outdoor park while enjoying Christmastime with your loved ones. Check the venue website for exact hours on each day and event costs. 30753 La Pata Road, San Juan Capistrano. 949.299.7219. sanjuanoutpost.com.

Capistrano Lights

4-6 p.m. This annual South Orange County event returns with holiday programming, music, a nativity scene, extended hours for the Serra Chapel, and more. Marvel at

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the historic grounds of the Mission during select evenings, running through Dec. 30. Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.234.1300. missionsjc.com.

THURSDAY, DEC. 23

Holiday Carolers at Dana Point Harbor 4-7 p.m. Listen to some seasonal tunes while enjoying the water and shops in Dana Point. Carolers will also be out on Dec. 23. 34675 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point. 949.388.3663. danapointharbor.com.

FRIDAY, DEC. 31

New Year’s Eve at San Juan Hills GC

9:30 p.m. Say goodbye to 2021 and ring in 2022 with live music from local act Family Style. Doors open at 8 p.m., so you’ll have time to grab some food and drinks before dancing the night away.

Premium tickets are $140 per person. San Juan Hills Golf Club, 32120 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.1167. sanjuanhillsgolf.com.

SATURDAY, JAN. 1

New Year’s Day with Donavon Frankenreiter

8 p.m. Enjoy the start of the new year with live music at The Coach House.

Have a seat, order some food and drinks, and get ready to relax with the mellow sounds of California-bred musician and surfer Donavon Frankenreiter. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

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