Blending holiday spirit with a bit of western history, the City of Carlsbad will celebrate the season at its Holiday at the Rancho event Saturday, Dec. 4, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, located at 6200 Flying L.C. Lane. The event will feature a 14-foot tree lighting, arts, crafts, a 'plush' snowball fight, entertainment, holiday shopping, cookie decorating and more.

At a Glance

• Tickets are available at $10 per person, and children under 3 are free.
• The holiday movie, Rise of the Guardians (rated PG) will play on the giant movie screen under the stars.
• Photo opportunities will include a cabana fireplace scene, holiday themed trees in the stable and a holiday themed photo booth (sorry, Santa is staying at the North Pole for this event to ensure he’ll be ready for the holidays.)
• People who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are encouraged to wear a mask in crowded outdoor settings or during activities that involve sustained close contact 
• City of Carlsbad requires the use of face coverings while inside city facilities, including the stable and the hacienda 
• Purchase tickets

Tickets are available for presale or at the door.

Presale will end at 5 p.m. on Dec. 3, 2021.  

Event may modify or cancel due to inclement weather.
Please check back for any changes 

For more information, call 760-602-7519.