Fire & Lights Festival
Please note: Due to inclement weather, the Fire & Lights Festival will be closed this Coming Final weekend, January 1 - 4. This concludes the festival for the season. Thank you for visiting us this holiday season. We wish you & your loved ones a Happy New Year!
Come to the Fire & lights festival
Nov. 28, 2025 - Jan. 4, 2026!
Experience the magic of the holiday season at our enchanting Fire & Lights Festival! Join us as we transform our bayside oasis into a winter wonderland filled with one of the most scenic and unique festive lights in the Orange County area. Relish sweeping views of the 35th annual Lighting of the Bay. Over fifty lit holiday decorations and Christmas trees will float on the serene, waveless bay. Festivities will take place Thursday through Sunday evenings, including Fire Dancer performances, Inflatables, Photos with Santa, Igloo Bar, & More!
Come create cherished memories and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with us!
Have questions? Visit our FAQ below.
Festivities are Thursday - Sunday Evenings through January 4, 2026.
(Closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day)
Please note: Due to inclement weather, the Fire & Lights Festival will be closed this Coming Final weekend, January 1 - 4. This concludes the festival for the season. Thank you for visiting us this holiday season. We wish you & your loved ones a Happy New Year!
Please note, Fire & Lights Festival is weather dependent and may be closed due to inclement weather. Feel free to call our staff to inquire at (949) 729-3863.
Fire Dancing
Photos with Santa
Fire Pits & S'mores
WANDERLUST FOOD TRUCK FEST
Family-Friendly Activities
Fire Pits & S'more Kits
Cozy up around the fire, roast marshmallows for s'mores or sip some hot chocolate.
Fire Dancing
Watch fire dancing on Friday & Saturday evenings. It will be spectacular show with Lighting of the Bay in the background! Shows are at 5:30 & 7:30 pm on Friday and Saturday.
Igloo Bar - Festive Sips & Snacks
Grab festive drinks & snacks from our Igloo Bar and enjoy around the fire! We're serving tasty hot chocolate, apple cider, and canned cocktails.
Photos with Santa
On Saturday evenings through Christmas (5 - 8 pm), stop by and meet Santa. Take a photo to remember!
Lighting of the Bay
Experience the 35th annual tradition with over 50 floating holiday light displays on the bay.
Giant Inflatables
There will be plenty for the kids to do while you relax and enjoy the holiday fun! Inflatable tobaggan tunnel, giant Snowzilla slide & making s'mores and more!
Festive Fun
With activities for all ages, it's the perfect holiday outing for your family this season. Relax with cocktails around the bonfire, while the kids have a blast on the inflatables. Catch a fire dancer show with a backdrop of over 50 floating trees and decorations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Fire & Lights Festival located?
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, Pavilion C
1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Follow the signs to Pavillion C for all the festivities!
Is it free?
The Fire & Lights Festival is free entry & open to the public. There is a charge for parking, inflatables, & concessions. All other activities and amenities are free of charge.
Parking: 0 – 30 minutes Free – 30 min. – 2 hours $15 – 2 – 4 Hours $20 – 4 – 8 Hours $25 – 8 – 24 hours $30 – Lost Ticket $60
Inflatables:
Unlimited Inflatables Wristband offering 3 attractions: $15 (Gingerbread Slide, Toboggan Tunnel and Giant Snowzilla)
One Inflatable Ride Ticket: $5
What dates are the festival?
Due to inclement weather, the festival will be closed our final weekend, January 1 – 4. We hope you have a Happy New Year!
Will food and drink be available?
Yes, food & drink will be available for purchase.
Hot cocoa, hot cider, coffee, soda, water, beer, wine & cocktails will be available each night. Soup, Tamales, S’more kits, and other concessions will also be available.
What are the hours?
Hours of operation are 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Thursday through Sunday through January 4. Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
What are the parking fees?
0 – 30 minutes Free – 30 min. – 2 hours $15 – 2 – 4 Hours $20 – 4 – 8 Hours $25 – 8 – 24 hours $30 – Lost Ticket $60
When are the fire dancer shows?
The Fire Dancer, Wildfire Arts Collective, will be performing Friday & Saturday nights at 5:30 pm & 7:30 pm. Shows are free and have a beautiful backdrop of Lighting of the Bay. Shows are about 10 minutes long
When is Santa at the festival?
Santa will be visiting every Saturday evening through Christmas from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Come visit & take photos! Free of charge.
Information on Inflatables?
We will have holiday-themed inflatables throughout the festival!
Must be 30″ tall to ride or use any inflatable without an adult. Socks are required on slides & bouncers. Rider must weigh no more than 250 pounds.
Our inflatables feature Toboggan Tunnel (inflatable tunnel), Gingerbread Slide (mid-size), and Snowzilla (a giant 4o-foot slide). For ages 4 – 14 only.
You can buy individual tickets or get a wristband for unlimited rides.
Open Thursday – Sunday, 4 – 9 pm. Closed on 12/25.
Contact Us
Map of the Fire & Lights Festival
