Winter Fest OC 2024

Winterfest OC will open November 22nd at the Orange County Fairgrounds! This is a highlight for my kids, and they look forward to it each year! Located in Orange County it's a nice day trip for anyone in San Diego or Los Angeles. The tube slides are our favorite part of the night. We get the VIP pass to skip the line, and we spend most of our time sledding, skating, and riding amusement park rides! I recommend visiting before sunset as you can get some great sunset family photos as the lights start to twinkle and the sky is a beautiful golden!

Notes from Winter Fest OC

North Pole Journey Immersive Experience

Embark on a magical, immersive adventure in the “North Pole Journey” experience where guests will walk through the Forest of Light, Holiday Town and Toy Workshop lands to enter Winter Fest OC. Featuring interactive props, engaging characters, holiday-themed games, music, and endless photo opportunities, North Pole Journey will transport attendees into the winter wonderland of Winter Fest OC.

Photos with Santa

Santa photos are available in the Toy Workshop area of North Pole Journey through December 24. The Santa Photo Package allows guests to take a photo with Old Saint Nick for $19.99, including an expedited line and one 8x10 photo print to cherish the memories of the holiday season. A separate line will be offered for guests to take complimentary photos with Santa on their own devices.

Snow & Ice Activities

Dive into the holiday magic with ice skating on the region’s largest outdoor ice rink, race down the thrilling 150-foot Snowflake Summit ice tubing slide and make unforgettable memories in the Snow Play area! Families of all ages can build snowmen and play games, while the little kids ride the snow carousel and enjoy all the wintery fun the season has to offer.

Expanded Carnival & Attractions Area

Winter Fest OC is elevating the holiday carnival experience this season with an expanded area featuring more than 50 thrilling rides, games, and attractions for all ages. Whether you're a thrill-seeker or looking for fun rides for young kids, the expanded carnival brings fresh excitement to the festival.

$5 Taste of Winter Fest - Winter Value Food Specials

This year, Winter Fest OC brings you a feast of flavors and festive fun with its new $5 Taste of Winter Fest! From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. each evening, guests can enjoy sample-sized portions of their favorite winter treats for just $5. This fantastic offer invites you to explore a diverse menu, featuring everything from tacos, corn dogs and pizza to churro bites, chocolate chip cookies, and ice cream cones. Come savor the season’s tastiest bites and make unforgettable memories at Winter Fest OC! For a full list of food items, visit WinterFestOC.com.

VIP Fireside Private Igloo Rentals

Enjoy a cozy igloo for up to 10 guests complete with plush seating, a private fire pit, and a breathtaking view of the nightly holiday light show. Specially-themed food and drink orders can be placed when a time slot is reserved, and craft cocktails and libations can be purchased on-site at the Fireside Igloos private bar.

All Tickets Available Now

General Admission and Ultimate Experience tickets are available for purchase now. General Admission tickets start at $24.99 for kids and $29.99 for adults and include the North Pole Journey, Snow Play, unlimited runs down the Snowflake Summit ice tubing slide, and the holiday light show with more than 2 million lights. For those looking for an expanded experience, the Ultimate Experience ticket includes unlimited carnival rides, unlimited inflatables and unlimited runs with expedited VIP line access to the Snowflake Summit ice tubing slide.

Add-on tickets are also available now for ice skating, polar putt-putt, unlimited carnival rides, unlimited inflatables, VIP snowflake summit ice tubing, and VIP fireside igloos.

Season Passes

Receive 50% off Season Pass purchases made on November 28 - 29 using promo code “GOBBLE” during Winter Fest OC’s Black Friday sale! Be sure to gobble up this spectacular offer to experience the holiday magic of Winter Fest OC through January 5th.

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