We might not be walking in a winter wonderland just yet, but people who want to save money might want to think ahead.
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Discounted early bird tickets are on sale through Nov. 10 for this year’s 2026 Winter Fest OC at the Orange County Fair & Event Center, and they cost as much as 48% less than the regular prices. You can buy your tickets now and then pick a date to attend later.
This year, the festival will run on select days from Nov. 27 through Jan. 3. The fun includes live bands, visits with Santa, tree lighting and lots more including luxury options for those of willing to spend big. There’s also a new holiday light trail.
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The best deal if you want to go more than once is the Season Pass, which is $47.99 if you buy now and includes admission to every day the festival is open. (There is a fee for parking and it’s not included).
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Other deals include:
- $25.99 Snow Pass: One day admission with ice tubing, snow play, visit with Santa, entertainment, nightly tree lighting ceremony, holiday light trail and more.
- $45.99 Winter Pass: One day admission with unlimited ice skating, ice tubing, snow play, bounce pass, priority entry,,visit with Santa, entertainment, nightly tree lighting ceremony, holiday light trail and more.
- $101.99 Platinum Pass: One day admission with VIP Lounge, unlimited carnival rides, Snowflake Summit cut-the-line pass, unlimited ice skating, ice tubing, snow play, bounce pass, priority entry,,visit with Santa, entertainment, nightly tree lighting ceremony, holiday light trail and more.
Location: Orange County Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa.
Learn more: winterfestoc.com