Holidays

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Lighthouse

Celebrate the season at Mistletoe Market: Sip, Shop & Be Merry, a festive afternoon of holiday shopping along the waterfront at Balboa Bay Resort.

Discover a curated collection of local makers, boutiques and specialty vendors offering unique gifts and seasonal finds. Sip festive cocktails, enjoy holiday-inspired bites and soak in the cheerful atmosphere with live entertainment and seasonal touches throughout the afternoon. Gather your friends, check a few names off your holiday list and enjoy a little holiday magic by the bay.

Experience the most spectacular Tree Lighting ever!

Join us beneath the lights for an extraordinary evening featuring OCSA’s MONTAGE! in an all-new musical spectacular. Live vocalists, energetic dancers, and beloved holiday characters—including Frosty, Rudolph, Santa, and Mrs. Claus—will take the stage before the dazzling illumination of our magnificent 20-foot Christmas tree. The celebration concludes with a flurry of snow and a finale certain to leave the entire family filled with holiday wonder.

Celebrate the magic of the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade from A+O Restaurant | Bar, where waterfront dining meets premier views of the harbor’s spectacularly decorated boats as they sail by. As one of Newport Beach’s most anticipated events of the year, Boat Parade evenings are exceptionally popular. To provide the best possible experience for our guests, special reservation policies and food & beverage minimums apply from 5:00 PM to close on all parade nights.

Reserve front-row seats to the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade aboard Balboa Bay Resort’s private yacht, the “Host of the Coast.” Cruise into the holiday magic with champagne toasts, twinkling lights, and unmatched style. This is the ultimate way to experience Newport Beach’s holiday magic, designed for those who know how to celebrate in style!

*Experience only bookable for Resort Guests and Balboa Bay Club Members.

Ring in the New Year at Newport Beach’s party of the year with a decadent three-course dinner masterfully crafted by our culinary team, complemented by thoughtfully selected wine pairings. After dinner, enjoy live music, dancing, and a sparkling champagne toast as you celebrate the arrival of the New Year.

• 6:30pm – Reception
• 7:00pm – Dinner begins promptly, Three Course Wine Paired Dinner in Lighthouse (Vegan option available)
• 8:30pm-1:00am – New Year’s Eve Celebration in the Grand Ballroom

Tickets include entrance to the New Year’s Eve Celebration taking place in the Grand Ballroom. Dance the night away until midnight and cheers with a sparkling wine toast.