Christmas & Holiday Events

The holidays are a fun time of year on Catalina Island. In Avalon, the annual Christmas Tree Lighting, visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and Avalon’s Shop Catalina night kick off the month-long celebration. As carolers navigate around downtown, shoppers enjoy discounts, offers and treats at local shops.

View HOLIDAY DINING HOURS for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Give the gift of Catalina Island with our island Gift Certificates or share the love with our Love Catalina merchandise.

At the end of the month, we usher in the new year in style at the annual New Year’s Eve Celebration in the iconic Casino Ballroom.

12 / 06

Shop Catalina Holiday Kick Off & Community Tree Lighting

Join us for the 32nd Annual "Shop Catalina" Holiday Kick Off & Tree Lighting Join us for a week of holiday cheer, shopping and fabulous savings! Our island shops open their doors and offer rarely offered discounts on your favorite island jewelry, art, clothing, unique gifts…

12 / 31

New Year's Eve Celebration, Casino Ballroom

Casino Ballroom

Cheers to 52 Years! Ring in 2026 at this extraordinary milestone event - a sparkling night of evening gowns, tuxedos, champagne, dining and dancing - all at the one and only New Year's Eve Gala Celebration on Tuesday, December 31, 2025, in the world-famous Casino Ballroom on…