MARCH
SPRINGTIME IN PARIS BOUTIQUE
March 28, 2026, 8:00pm – 4:00pm
With over 75 exceptional Vendors, you will find an exciting selection of specialty items for Mother’s Day, Dads & Grads, Wedding gifts and much, much more!
JULY
JULY 4TH STREET FAIRE AND FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
July 4, 2026, Noon-9pm
Ready to party like it’s 1776?! Mission Viejo Activities Committee invites the whole community down to Olympiad (between Marguerite & Melinda) for the celebrated annual 4th of July Street Faire!
3 stages of live bands & performers, games, bounce houses, Food trucks galore & so much more! Get to know your neighbors and bring the whole crew.
From noon to 9…with a spectacular Fireworks show at 9pm. We have the best seat in the house!
OCTOBER
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS FIESTA
Saturday, October 24, 2026
MVAC invites you to be part of our Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival! We’ll have live entertainment, traditional folkloric dancing, mariachi bands, delicious food, artisan & cultural vendors. Everyone is invited- all cultures, nationalities & ages. Join us for a fun day of remembering, celebrating & connecting!
Honor the memory of someone special by creating a unique Ofrenda (altar) to share with the community.
HALLOWEEN HOME DECORATING CONTEST
Application Deadline October 9, 2026
Our 2026 Halloween Decorating Contest is here and we want to see your most creative, spooky, and spectacular displays!
NOVEMBER & DECEMBER
GIFTS & GOODIES HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
Saturday, November 21, 2026 8am-4pm
Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in one of South Orange County’s most popular shopping experiences. All booths are located inside so, rain or shine, come and enjoy the fruits of more than 75 artisans. They will be displaying many holiday decorations, gift ideas, ornaments and specialty items to help with your gift shopping list this year. FREE Admission.
SANTA’S ARRIVAL FESTIVAL
Sunday, November 29, 2026 3-6pm
Enjoy holiday music for children of all ages presented by “Sierra: An Acoustic Experience.” Keep your eyes open to see some of Santa’s special friends from the North Pole. Santa will arrive atop of a fire engine at 6 pm and will help ring in the spirit of the season by turning on the holiday lights in Mission Viejo.
SANTA’S WORKSHOP
Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays only. December 2-20, 2026 , 6pm-8pm
Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays only. December 2nd-20th , 6pm-8pm
Jolly Ol’ Santa Claus will plan several return visits to his Workshop. Along with Mrs. Claus and the elves, Santa will greet all visitors with a cheerful, Ho! Ho! Ho! and a peppermint candy cane. You are welcome to take pictures of your visit.
LETTERS TO SANTA
November 29 – December 20, 2026
Santa promises to answer every holiday wish list deposited in the mailbox next to his Workshop between November 27th and December 18th. The Big Guy will personally respond to the delight of adults and children alike. Make sure to get your letter off early and print names and addresses clearly.
HOLIDAY HOME LIGHTING CONTEST
Deadline FRIDAY, December 4, 2026 5 pm
Preliminary judging: Saturday, December 5 – Monday December 7, 2026
Final judging: Wednesday, December 9, 2026
All Mission Viejo residents are encouraged to brighten their neighborhood and share the holiday spirit by competing in the annual Holiday Lighting Contest. Winners will receive prizes in addition to the “Winner Sign” for their front yard and a photo.