Looking for a festive way to welcome the New Year with the whole family? Winter Fest OC is hosting a New Year’s Eve celebration at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, packed with live music, winter-themed attractions, and a midnight fireworks show.
The New Year’s Eve festivities run from 5:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., giving families plenty of time to enjoy the winter wonderland before counting down to 2026 together.
What to Expect at Winter Fest OC
Winter Fest OC continues through January 4, offering classic seasonal fun, including:
- Real snow play in an 8,000-square-foot snow area
- A 150-foot ice tubing slide
- Ice skating under the stars
- Festive lights, large-scale holiday décor, and photo ops
- Seasonal food and drinks
New Year’s Eve Entertainment Schedule
New Year’s Eve features a full night of live music and DJ sets, leading up to the midnight celebration:
- 8:00 p.m. – DJ Ryan
- 9:30 p.m. – Queen Nation Tribute Band (classic 70s & 80s hits)
- 11:00 p.m. – DJ Ryan
- Midnight – New Year’s Eve countdown and fireworks show 🎇
Live Entertainment Throughout the Season
Winter Fest OC also features live bands and performers on select dates, including:
- Orange County Song & Dance (Dec 19)
- DSB – Journey Tribute Band (Dec 18)
- School of Rock Santa Ana (Dec 20 & Jan 4)
- Jimmy’s Buffet – Tribute to Jimmy Buffett (Dec 22)
- DJ Ryan (Dec 24–27)
- It’s Britney Beep – Britney Spears Tribute (Dec 30)
- Flashback Heart Attack – 80’s Cover Band (Jan 2)
Tickets
Flexible ticket options are available now through January 4 at WinterFestOC.com.
With winter attractions, live entertainment, and a fireworks finale, Winter Fest OC’s New Year’s Eve celebration offers a fun and festive way for families to close out the year together.
