Winter Fest OC Adds New Light Trail, Attraction Options for 2026 Season
Southern California's largest winter festival, Winter Fest OC, will return to the OC Fair and Event Center on November 27 with an expanded offering, including a new immersive holiday light trail.
Winter Fest OC, Southern California's largest winter festival, is set to return to the OC Fair and Event Center starting November 27. This year's event introduces several new attractions, highlighted by an all-new immersive holiday light trail. Now in its eleventh year, the festival aims to bring winter magic to Orange County by transforming the venue into a "winter wonderland" complete with lights, real snow, and various attractions.
The new light trail is designed to provide attendees with enhanced holiday experiences and numerous photo opportunities. Visitors can navigate through themed sections such as the Peppermint Tunnel, Singing Forest, and Aurora Snowfall Walk. The Grand Cove area, part of the trail, features large trees illuminated in red and green lights, surrounded by a festive plaza with decorations, a real pine forest, and a starfield to create a picturesque backdrop.
The festival also offers additional paid attractions. A new "Bounce Land Pass" grants unlimited access to a 20,000-square-foot play area featuring inflatables, climbing structures, and obstacle courses. This pass also includes access to Polar Putt Putt, an ice-themed mini-golf attraction. Other options include unlimited ice skating on Southern California's largest outdoor rink and a "Snowflake Summit Fast Pass" for expedited access to the ice tubing slide.
VIP experiences are available through private "Fireside Igloos," accommodating up to ten guests with a personal fire pit and bar. A dedicated VIP lounge is offered for Platinum Pass holders. Early bird ticket pricing is available through November 10 via the event website www.WinterFestOC.com. The festival will run from November 27, 2026, to January 3, 2027.