35th Annual Lighting of the Bay and Fire & Lights Festival – Opening Night
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina
1131 Back Bay Dr
1131 Back Bay Dr
Newport Beach,
California
92660
Friday, November 28, 2025 4:00 PM
- 9:00 PM
Free
Kick off the season on Friday, Nov. 28. Enjoy the first official bay lighting at dusk, Fire Dancing performances, photos with Santa, giant inflatables, holiday movie, cozy fire pits with s’mores and the Igloo Bar pouring seasonal beverages. Santa appears opening night and then returns every Saturday through Christmas for photos (5–8 p.m.).