Newport Beach Christmas Parade of Lights Opening Night is December 19th

One of the most prime viewing locations of the Newport Beach Christmas Parade of Lights can be found at the Marina Park located at 1600 W. Balboa Boulevard in Newport Beach. There is lots of space for the children to run around as well as a nautical-themed playground and a beach. Every year on opening night, they always kick off the event with fireworks. Festivities will begin at 4:30 p.m. with family-friendly activities including face painters, caricature artists, LA Chargers football toss competition and food vendors. Come watch the fireworks at 6:15 pm while waiting for the parade to pass by around 6:45 pm. It can also be seen from … READ MORE >>

Knotts Berry Farm: 7 Perks for Season Passholders

We frequent Knott’s Berry Farm quite often throughout the year. We used to live minutes from Buena Park, California so it made it easy to get to, but now we’re in South County and our kids still asks to go. Having a season passes will definitely make it easier and the best part is – they have the best value! There are NO BLACKOUT dates, and it includes a BONUS DAY for 2018 (Hello, Knott’s New Years Eve!) Remember the tasty eats during Boysenberry Festival in the Spring? It’s the place to be for all things boysenberry. What about Ghost Town Alive during the Summer when the citizens came to … READ MORE >>

Universal Studios Hollywood Holidays

Holidays in Los Angeles and Orange County is the most wondrous time of the year with so much to see and so much do! It may be because it doesn’t snow or get terribly cold so we are always searching for all the Christmas feels. If you are in the Hollywood area, you don’t have to drive very far to enjoy all the festivities at Universal City. Universal Studios will surely brighten up the season with all things Grinchmas and a whimsical and celebratory tree lighting ceremony. With the new release of the film, “The Grinch”, the timing is just perfect. Harry Potter brings us “Christmas in the Wizarding World … READ MORE >>

SeaWorld San Diego – ‘O Wonderous Night’ Performances

The older my kids get, the more questions they ask! Every year they start to understand a little more that the meaning of Christmas is not just Santa delivering presents, but they still believe. We were pleased to learn SeaWorld San Diego brought back, “O Wondrous Night“. The live musical performance is the story of the birth of Jesus told through the eyes of the animals. The thirty minute show is narrated by storytelling puppet animals who all claim they are responsible for the birth of Jesus. It features more than 30 carols, beautiful storytelling puppets and live majestic animals, including camels, a donkey, llamas, sheep and doves. This show first premiered at … READ MORE >>

Knott’s Berry Farm New Years Eve

Still looking for a family-friendly New Year’s Eve solution? Ring in the New Year at Knott’s Merry Farm! The countdown includes special fireworks, live entertainment, and special extended hours for the one-night event. Say goodbye to the final moments of 2018 at Knott’s as the park celebrates with memorable festivities including Merry Farm seasonal performances throughout the day on December 31st. There will be a family-friendly comedian, live bands, swing dancing, and more! Party hats and noisemakers will be given to all until they run out. This nighttime extravaganza offers the perfect setting for family and friends to come together and create new memories by starting a new tradition by celebrating … READ MORE >>