Winter Wonderland: Opening Celebration
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Gather your loved ones and head to the Boardwalk's Main Plaza to kick off Winter Wonderland with a tree lighting countdown and festive drone show!
Enjoy free entertainment, cookies, and hot cocoa as you help up light up the Boardwalk with holiday cheer!
Schedule:
| SCHEDULE | |
|---|---|
| 12pm | Park Open |
| 5pm | Performance by Santa Cruz High School Jazz Band |
| 5pm | Complimentary Cookies & Hot Cocoa (first come first serve) |
| 5:30pm | Tree Lighting Countdown |
| 6pm | Festive Drone Show on the Main Beach |
| 7pm | Park Closes |
Boardwalk Holiday Events
Boardwalk Winter Wonderland
Select Dates:
November 26, 2026 - January 3, 2027
12pm-7pm
Your favorite beach destination is shining bright for the holidays!
Enjoy festive decorations, enchanting light shows, thrilling rides, arcade games, photos with Santa, delicious holiday treats, and unforgettable seasonal fun.
Holiday Train Rides
November 27, - December 31, 2026 (dates vary)
Celebrate the holiday season with a ride on a festive train!
- Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train
- Santa Cruz Chanukah Train (One night only!)
- New Year's Train
Questions?
Please email [email protected].