It begins with the Segerstrom family’s 45th Annual Tree Lighting and continues with six weeks of merriment at South Coast Plaza

South Coast Plaza:

WHAT: The Segerstrom family’s 45th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration kicks off the holiday season.

WHEN: November 19, 2026, at 7 p.m.

WHERE: Town Center Park, in front of The Westin South Coast Plaza

DETAILS:

• Performances by members of Pacific Symphony, members of Pacific Chorale, South Coast Repertory, American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Orange County School of the Arts and Arts & Learning Conservatory.
• Santa Claus and other special guests join the celebration ahead of the lighting.
• Free and open to the public.

WHAT: From Santa photos to reindeer carousel rides, South Coast Plaza’s most beloved traditions return for another season of magic.

WHEN: November 20, 2026 – January 1, 2027

WHERE: EAST SIDE

• VISIT SANTA: Families can visit Santa in Santa’s Village in Carousel Court, Level 1
• TAKE A SPIN: Children can ride the Reindeer Carousel in Carousel Court, found only at South Coast Plaza
• PICTURE-PERFECT TREE: The Jewel Court tree is the go-to backdrop for photos worth framing
• NEW ARRIVALS: Tom Ford, Jessica McCormack, Polène, Rick Owens, Cult Gaia, Golden Goose and Tiffany & Co., home to the Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud.
• UPCOMING OPENINGS: U.S. exclusive Schiaparelli, Maison Francis Kurkdjian, MARIA TASH, Toteme, Boucheron, A Bathing Ape, Longchamp and Zara

WHERE: WEST SIDE

• VISIT SANTA: Families can also visit The North Pole on Level 1 in the Macy’s Home Store wing
• CLIMB ABOARD: Children can hop on Santa’s Express Train, exclusive to South Coast Plaza. A train ride is complimentary with any Santa photo purchase
• THE GREAT TREE: This tree showcases Santa figures from around the world, with a miniature train adding to the charm
• NEW ARRIVALS: Barnes & Noble, Joe & the Juice, Café Collegium, Hästens, Sur La Table and Pottery Barn Teen, Kids, Baby and Outdoor
• WRAP IT UP IN STYLE: The Wrapper is the ultimate destination for all things holiday. From one-of-a-kind wreaths and décor to custom gift wrapping, this longtime favorite pop-up has returned with everything needed to check off the list.
• UPCOMING OPENINGS: HOKA

THE SEASON BY THE NUMBERS

• 30,000 live poinsettias planted throughout the Plaza
• 2¼ miles of garland decorating the shopping center
• 3,600 ornaments on the Jewel Court tree
• 40,000 candy canes handed out to children when they visit Santa
• 342 hours of live music across 114 performances, daily from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 3 – 6 p.m., featuring carolers, horns, jazz trios, steel drums and more

ABOUT SOUTH COAST PLAZA

South Coast Plaza defines the luxury shopping experience with extraordinary boutiques, personal shopping services, and upscale amenities, all within a short distance of the world’s most magnificent beaches and vacation resorts. A leading international shopping destination, South Coast Plaza is home to more than 215 boutiques and 30 restaurants, including Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Bottega Veneta, Audemars Piguet, Gucci, Cartier, Tom Ford, Rolex, Tiffany & Co. and Blue Box Café by Daniel Boulud, as well as other critically acclaimed restaurants and the adjacent Segerstrom Center for the Arts. South Coast Plaza is located in Costa Mesa, California.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261109530434/en/