Aliso Viejo Tree Lighting at Town Center
Aliso Viejo, CA
Aliso Viejo’s annual “All Is Bright” festival lights a 22-foot tree at Town Center with Santa, train rides, music, crafts, and a community toy drive — free for the whole family.
Aliso Viejo’s annual “All Is Bright” festival lights a 22-foot tree at Town Center with Santa, train rides, music, crafts, and a community toy drive — free for the whole family.
The All Is Bright Holiday Celebration is Aliso Viejo’s signature kickoff to the season. Held one early-December evening at the Aliso Viejo Town Center fountain and amphitheater, the celebration centers on the lighting of a 22-foot Christmas tree, with Santa arriving (often escorted by elves and sirens) around 6 p.m. to do the honors.
Around the tree, families enjoy mini train rides, photo opportunities with Santa, ornament making, kids’ crafts, community and aerial performers, holiday music, and a vendor showcase.
The event also supports the Spark of Love Toy Drive — attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy or new sports equipment. The whole event is free and open to everyone in the South Orange County community.
Yes — admission is free, parking is free, and most activities (train rides, photos with Santa, crafts, performances) are complimentary.
One Thursday evening in early December, from 5 to 8 p.m. The tree-lighting itself happens around 6 p.m. when Santa arrives. The City of Aliso Viejo announces the exact date each fall.
The celebration is centered at the Town Center fountain and amphitheater. The big tree is visible from the surrounding plaza; activities radiate around it.
Yes if you can — the city collects unwrapped toys and new sports equipment for the Spark of Love Toy Drive at the event. Drop-off bins are stationed at the entrances.
Excellent — mini train rides, ornament crafting, Santa photos, and an open plaza make it a top stop for families with young children in South OC.
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