Step into a holiday season shaped by the coast at Terranea, where sunlit days with Catalina in view give way to candlelit evenings and festive traditions. Linger over oceanfront meals, walk the bluffs at golden hour, and settle into a stay where the season unfolds with ease.
Signature Experiences
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Tree Lighting Ceremony
November 28 | 4:30-7pm
Welcome the holidays with Terranea’s annual tree lighting, complete with carolers, seasonal bites and beverages, activities, and a special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus.
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Feast of the Seven Fishes
December 11 | Ages 21+
Celebrate the Italian-American holiday tradition with our Feast of the Seven Fishes with a multi-course seafood dinner, thoughtful wine pairings, and a table designed to be enjoyed slowly by the ocean.
Booking details to come.
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Breakfast with Santa: The Polar Express
All aboard for a Christmas journey north, with golden tickets, hot chocolate, silver bells, and a morning with Santa.
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New Year's Eve: Once Upon a Time Family Feast
December 31 | 7:30pm–12:30am
Step into a storybook New Year’s Eve where dinner, celebration, and a touch of fairytale magic carry the night toward midnight.
Booking details to come.
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New Years Eve Masquerade Party
December 31 | 9pm–1:30am | Ages 21+
Ring in 2027 with an evening of intrigue and revelry, where masks, candlelight, and live entertainment set the mood before champagne is raised at midnight.
Booking details to come.
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Winter Wonderland
December 12
A festive evening for the whole family, filled with seasonal traditions, special character appearances, and the rare delight of "snowfall" on Southern California's coast.
Booking details to come.
Gingerbread Hut
November 28–January 2 | Lobby Lounge
Terranea’s Gingerbread Lounge returns as the Gingerbread Hut, a coastal-inspired holiday pop-up crafted from house-made gingerbread. Inside, seasonal cocktails and festive sweets are layered with tropical flavors, bringing a warmer coastal note to the holiday tradition.
December Experiences
Seasonal favorites, playful discoveries, and festive moments for all ages.
Letters to Santa
Little ones are invited to write their holiday wishes to Santa and send them to the North Pole.
Ornament Decorating
Create your own keepsake ornament to bring a little holiday magic home.
Elf on the Shelf
Follow Terra the Elf’s daily clues throughout December to discover where she turns up next.
Gingerbread House Workshop
Build and decorate your own gingerbread house, with all the trimmings for an afternoon of hands-on holiday creativity.
Cinema on the Coast: Elf
Follow Buddy the Elf from the North Pole to New York City in this classic holiday movie screening on the coast.
Winter Solstice Hike
Mark the first day of winter with a naturalist-led hike to Point Vicente Lighthouse.
’Twas the Night Before Christmas Reading
Gather for a beloved Christmas Eve tale of a quiet house, eager anticipation, and the magical arrival of St. Nicholas.
Kids' Countdown on the Coast
A New Year’s Eve of games, surprises, and celebration, created especially for younger guests.
Piney the Lonesome Pine: Movie Showing & Book Signing
Discover the story of Piney the Lonesome Pine, following a little pine tree on an unexpected journey home for Christmas. The experience includes a screening of the animated tale and an appearance by Palos Verdes author and creator Jane West Bakerink.
Deck Your Stay
December 1-31 | Villas, Casitas, & Bungalows
Bring the holidays into your stay with seasonal decor thoughtfully arranged throughout your Lifestyle Collection accommodation, creating a festive setting from the moment you arrive.
Booking details to come.
Give the Gift of Terranea
From spa days to sunset dinners, something exceptional awaits.