The City will be hosting its annual Winter Festival at La Plaza Park on Saturday, December 10th from noon to 7pm.  There will be a wide variety of fun and festive activities for the whole family including an elf balloon artist, petting zoo, crafts for kids, caricature artists, face painting and much more.  New this year will be free pony rides!  And as always there will be real snow and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.  The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at 5:15pm with hot chocolate and cookies provided by Hennessey's.  There will be entertainment throughout the day including a free showing of the movie The Polar Express at 5:30pm.  Don't forget to bring an unwrapped new toy for the OC Spark of Love Toy Drive too!  To download event flyer click here.  For any other addtional information call the Community Services & Parks Department at 949-248-3530.