"Stocking" Up on Christmas Cheer in Buena Park

Buena Park transforms into SoCal’s Merry City during the holidays, with festive events, seasonal entertainment, holiday dining and shopping. Here are a few ways to “stock” up on Christmas cheer during your getaway.

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Knott’s Merry Farm (Buena Park, CA)
It’s the most wonderful time of year at Knott’s Merry Farm! The park transforms into a winter wonderland with festive décor, seasonal entertainment, holiday treats, Christmas shopping and nightly snowfall. Be sure to visit Santa and see Snoopy and the Peanuts gang dressed in their holiday best. For some thrills, hop on rides like Xcelerator, which goes from 0 to over 80 miles per hour in less than three seconds, or check out the recently reopened MonteZOOMa.

Pirates Take Christmas (Buena Park)

Celebrate the season with Pirates Take Christmas, a holiday dinner show where Santa and Mrs. Claus find themselves caught up with a crew of mischievous pirates. Enjoy a three-course meal while watching an action-packed show filled with audience participation, holiday humor and plenty of Christmas cheer.

The Speakeasy Murder Holiday Overlay ( Buena Park, CA)

Starting in December, The Speakeasy Murder gets a festive seasonal makeover! Enjoy all the mystery, music, comedy, and murder you know and love, now with added holiday flair, including festive musical numbers and seasonal surprises. After all, nothing says "Happy Holidays" quite like a little murder!

Buena Park Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

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Buena Park Christmas Tree Lighting (Buena Park)
Kick off the holiday season at the City of Buena Park’s Christmas Tree Lighting. Enjoy festive décor, photo opportunities, food and dessert vendors, and a chance to take a picture with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. The celebration also brings back the Santa Train, along with live performances to keep the holiday cheer going.

Knott's California Marketplace Emporium (Buena Park)

You don’t need theme park admission to get into the holiday spirit at Knott’s California Marketplace. Located outside the park, the Marketplace Emporium offers ornaments, plushes, souvenirs and holiday décor, making it an easy stop for a Christmas keepsake.

Candy Caneland & Craft Fair (Buena Park)
Shop for unique gifts and support local artisans at the Candy Caneland & Craft Fair at Ehlers Event Center. Browse handmade goods while enjoying festive activities, a snow slide and play area, free raffle, photos with Santa, food and games, plus local entertainment for a fun-filled holiday outing.

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Porto's Bakery & Cafe (Buena Park)
Make room for holiday treats at Porto’s Bakery & Café. Stop in for seasonal favorites, including their famous gingerbread cookies and chocolate hazelnut eclair.

Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant (Buena Park)
This holiday season, savor festive delights at Porto's Bakery & Café. Try the Pear Danish, a sweet twist on the classic with the perfect balance of sweet and tart pears. Don’t miss the Rosquita, a sweetened dough infused with candied orange peel and orange blossom water, topped with candied fruit, crispy sugar, and finished with almond-flavored pasta seca. And of course, the adorable gingerbread cookies are a holiday classic sure to bring joy to all.

Holidays at Disneyland (6 miles from Buena Park)
Both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure transform for the holiday season with festive décor, seasonal entertainment, holiday treats and Christmas celebrations throughout the parks.

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