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FAQs
Coastal Christmas is held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and we are open on December 12-14, 18-23, and 26th. The hours of operation are 4 PM - 9 PM.
In order to ensure a positive experience for our guests, the Holiday Light Trail will not open until dusk each day.
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd
Del Mar, CA 92014
There is no box office at the event. All tickets must be purchased online.
Both digital and paper tickets will be accepted.
General Admission tickets include:
Admission to the festival
Access to our Holiday Light Trail
Photos with Santa & friends
Live music/entertainment
Skating, Frosty’s Fun Zone, and Food & Drinks must be purchased separately.
In order to ensure a positive experience for our guests, the Holiday Light Trail will not open until dusk each day.
Santa and his friends will arrive at 5 pm each night. He will be there every night except for December 26th, when he'll return to the North Pole and his friends will take his place. You will be able to take photos with them using your smart phone.
On our promotional nights, only the applicable person will get in free and they do not need a ticket. For example, active military and Veterans will get in free on Military Appreciation Night, but all other party members will need to purchase tickets. Just bring identification as proof of your military status, employment, etc.
Yes, the venue is ADA-compliant.
Yes, paid parking is available on-site. You can purchase a Parking Pass in advance by clicking the Buy Tickets button at the top of the page.
Skating can be added on to a General Admission ticket or a Igloo/Fire Pit Table Reservation.
Skate rentals are included in your purchase.
Holiday Wine Walk ticket holders will receive a souvenir wine-tasting cup and a map of wine-tasting stations to stop at throughout the park. Explore the magical festivities while you sip on 8 different wine samples! This ticket includes access to our Holiday Light Trail.
Glice is one of the world leaders in the development and production of synthetic ice and is trusted by professional ice hockey players and figure skaters around the world to use for training in the off-season. Glice synthetic ice is as close to real ice as it gets, without the negative impact on the environment caused by keeping a traditional ice rink frozen in warm weather. It’s the perfect eco-friendly skating rink to use in beautiful Southern California.
Frosty’s Fun Zone is our play area for kids. It has inflatable bouncers and slides as well as other activities like rock climbing. You must purchase individual ride tickets or an unlimited wristband in order to play in Frosty’s Fun Zone. There will also be specialty attractions/rides that are not included with the wristband and need to be purchased separately.
Included with the Frosty's Fun Zone wristband:
Ultimate Bungee
Coconut Tree Climb
Swashbuckler Swing/Slide
Laser Tag
Camo Obstacle course
Bungee Basketball
Bedrock Playtown
Frosty’s Fun Zone and the specialty attractions/rides are not included with a General Admission ticket, but you can add it on during checkout.
We will have local food vendors offering a variety of food options. We will also have holiday-themed cocktails, beer and wine, hot chocolate and apple cider, and water.
Yes, if you are unable to attend on the date on your tickets, you can use your tickets on any date that we are open. This excludes Igloo and Fire Pit Table reservations. These reservations are only good on the date and time you selected during checkout.
All sales are final and there are no refunds unless you opt in for Purchase Protection at an additional cost.
Yes! We recommend our Private Events & Holiday Parties for large groups seeking a place for a school field trip, corporate event, etc. For smaller parties (10 - 20 people), Igloos are the perfect way to celebrate families, birthdays, holidays, and other occasions. Please email events@cbfproductions.com for a personalized quote for a larger party.
Yes! Group sales are available and discounted for tickets of 20+ of the same ticket type. Please email jenny@cbfproductions.com to see group rates.
Yes! We offer fundraisers for groups, schools, and organizations wishing to raise money by setting a night to come. Please email jenny@cbfproductions.com for more information about fundraisers.
It's really up to you, once you walk through the gates you are free to stay as long as you like.
Feel free to take photos and share them. When taking photos, please make sure not to disturb other customers. Professional equipment and tripods are not permitted.
Yes, restrooms will be available inside the park.
It is recommended that you arrive earlier than the time stated on your ticket, however, you will be allowed to enter at any time on the date you select. Exceptions are Igloo and Fire Pit Table Reservations - we recommend that you arrive 15-30 minutes prior to your reservation start time. You will only have access to your reservation during the time slot you selected.
We love animals but unfortunately, we cannot welcome them to this event. Only service animals will be allowed.
No Flash photography
No outside food or beverages allowed (except for sealed/unopened water bottles)
No camel packs
No backpacks
No drugs & drug paraphernalia
No coolers allowed
No knives/weapons
All bags will be checked by security.
No Gang-related Colors or Badges
No Footballs, Baseballs, Frisbees or Playing Catch inside event
This is a rain or shine event and there are no refunds unless you add Purchase Protection to your order.
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