Plaza Navideña

November 22, 2025

5 - 8 p.m.

Plaza Calle Cuatro

Join us in celebrating the start of the holiday season and supporting local businesses, as we light a tree right in the heart of downtown Santa Ana.  This free community event is open to all and will feature:

• Live entertainment
• Photo opportunities with Santa
• A tree lighting ceremony
• Arts  and crafts

Program

To be announced at a later date.

Community performer applications

Applications will be open October 7, 2025 - November 7, 2025 at 5 p.m.

To participate as a community performer, an application must be submitted. While performances are completely voluntary, they provide a wonderful opportunity to showcase community groups and local talent.

• A completed application is required for any group or individual wishing to perform.
• City staff will review applications and select performers; not all applicants will be invited, and selected groups will be contacted with next steps.
• Community performances are free, 20–30 minutes in length, with final scheduling determined by City staff.

If you have any additional questions please reach out to specialevents@santa-ana.org.

Parking

• Parking will be available in downtown Santa Ana at 300 E 5th St.
• Regular parking rates will be in effect, first two hours are free.
• The event will be located on the plaza on the intersection of French St. and East 4th St.

Thank you to our title level partners for making the 2025 Plaza Navideña event happen!

Sponsorship and donation opportunities

Interested in supporting our city-wide events? Contact the Community Engagement team at prcsaengagement@santa-ana.org or visit our sponsorship/partnership pages to learn more on current opportunities!