Coastal Christmas is held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds and we are open on December 13-15, 20-23, 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 must be purchased at the festival unless you book an Igloo or Fire Pit Table Reservation. Skating must be selected as an add-on for these reservations. Skates are included in your purchase.

The Holiday Wine Walk is the newest addition to Coastal Christmas in 2024! Holiday Wine Walk ticket holders will receive a wine-sampling cup and a map of wine-tasting stations to stop at throughout the venue. 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.

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. Holiday Wine Walk tickets can only be used on the following dates: December 13-14 December 20-21 All sales are final and there are no refunds unless you buy Purchase Protection.

All sales are final. This is a rain or shine event and there are no refunds. The only exception is if you add Purchase Protection to your order.

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 jenny@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.

Portable restrooms will be available.

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 day you purchase. Exceptions are Igloo Rentals - we recommend that you arrive 15-30 minutes prior to your reservation.

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​​​

Igloo Reservations include: Admission for 6 Fenced-off seating area with furnished Igloo and fire pit table Server for drinks Access to the Holiday Light Trail Live Music/Entertainment Photos with Santa & Friends Fire Pit Table Reservations include: Admission for 4 Fenced-off area with seating and a fire pit table Server for drinks Access to the Holiday Light Trail Live Music/Entertainment Photos with Santa & Friends All extra guests in your party are welcome but will need their own General Admission ticket.

Yes! You may come any time during operational hours and enjoy the festivities as long as you’d like. You must exit your reserved area at the end of your reservation window. Please check in at the reservation stand at your reserved time. You should also look into spending some time in Del Mar Village before or after your visit to Coastal Christmas.

Your reservation is only valid during the time frame listed on your ticket. To maintain the quality of the experience for other guests with reservations, your reservation will start and end at the time listed. We cannot allow reservations to start early or extend late. There will be no refunds for late arrivals.

Due to limited availability, all reservations are final. We will try to accommodate changes, however, please note they are final and cannot be refunded without Purchase Protection. Please email us with any questions or changes needed. We cannot change or reschedule these reservations less than 48 hours prior.

Everyone can skate! Igloo Reservations and Fire Pit Tables can add skating with their reservation during checkout.

This is a rain or shine event and there are no refunds unless you add Purchase Protection to your order. There are no refunds whatsoever less than 48 hours prior to your reservation.

No food or drink is included with your reservation. You’ll have the option to add a charcuterie box or hot chocolate to your reservation at an additional cost, otherwise, you’ll need to go and purchase food from one of our food vendors on-site. You will have a server who will take your drink orders during your reservation window, but these drinks will also need to be purchased.