ROOFTOP BAR & DINING
A discussion during a past Newport Beach Film Festival , which also includes screenings , parties and more
Roger ’ s Gardens for this new exhibit ’ s opening night from 5-6 p . m . Oct . 19 . Works by California impressionist artists John Cosby , Robin Hall and Jeff Sewell will be displayed in the garden center ’ s newly relocated and refreshed gallery space through the year ’ s end . ( 949-640-5800 ; rogersgardens . com )
LIGHTING OF THE BAY NOV . 24 - JAN . 1 ; NEWPORT DUNES WATERFRONT RESORT & MARINA Enjoy the fun-filled Lighting of the Bay each evening throughout the holidays . On opening night , Santa kicks off the lighting ceremony at 6 p . m ., with activities both before and after . New this year , the venue will have an ice-skating rink open to the public during the season . ( 949-729-3863 ; newportdunes . com )
TIFFANY ROSE / GETTY IMAGES FOR NEWPORT BEACH FILM FESTIVAL
ARTISAN MARKETPLACE DEC . 3 ; ENVIRONMENTAL NATURE CENTER For eco-friendly holiday shopping while spending time in nature , visit the Artisan Marketplace from 11 a . m . to 4 p . m . Explore vintage gift items , handmade art and other products as the Sweetwater Creek Band performs ; the $ 2 entry fee benefits ENC programs . ( 949- 645-8489 ; encenter . org )
NEWPORT BEACH CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE DEC . 13-17 ; NEWPORT HARBOR Known for its festive and brightly decorated boats , kayaks and canoes , the 115th annual boat parade is an event you do not want to miss . The parade will begin at approximately 6:30 nightly , and can be viewed from various restaurants , Marina Park and other spots along the waterfront . Fireworks accompany the show on the opening and closing nights . ( 949-729-4400 ; christmasboatparade . com )
Editor ’ s note : Events may change . Check with organizers for updates .
Celebrate the Holidays @ RED DRAGON
680 S COAST HWY , LAGUNA BEACH 949.769.9928 reddragonca . com / reservations
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