Celebrate the magic of the season at Balboa Bay Resort, where holiday cheer meets coastal elegance. From festive dining experiences to luxurious accommodations, we invite you to make unforgettable memories with your loved ones!
12 Days of Cocktails
Join us at A+O Restaurant | Bar for the 12 Days of Cocktails! We’re giving our signature drinks a holiday twist inspired by the Twelve Days of Christmas. Each day features a new festive favorite, with a special discount on that day’s cocktail.
12 Days of Christmas at Bayfront Boutique
Join us at the Bayfront Boutique for our 12 Days of Christmas, a curated holiday shopping celebration filled with festive pop-ups, exclusive discounts, and seasonal offerings. Indulge in holiday cheer and finish your gift shopping in style!
12 Days of Spalidays
Embrace the spirit of the season with our 12 Days of Spalidays! From December 1–12, discover a merry lineup of daily spa specials crafted to refresh your body, mind, and soul. Give yourself—or a loved one—the perfect holiday gift of relaxation.
A+O Wine and Wreaths
Unleash your holiday spirit at Balboa Bay Resort’s Wine & Wreath event! Join us on Thursday, December 4th (SOLD OUT) and Friday, December 5th (SOLD OUT), from 3 PM to 5 PM in our beautiful upper Pool Deck, where creativity and cheer meet in a festive celebration. Gather with friends, sip on exquisite wines, and craft your own beautiful holiday wreath to take home.
Enjoy a selection of wines throughout the experience and all the wreath-making supplies you need. This event is the perfect way to relax and revel in the season’s warmth.
For those wishing to spread a little extra joy, we invite you to consider a donation to Wreaths Across America.
Festive Boat Parade Nights
Experience a truly magical holiday evening at Balboa Bay Resort as the Newport Beach Holiday Boat Parade illuminates the harbor in spectacular fashion. On December 17th, 18th, and 21st, join us on our scenic Bayfront lawn for an exclusive seasonal viewing party, perfect for resort guests looking to enjoy this beloved Newport Beach tradition in style.
Each night from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM, guests with wristbands will have access to our beautifully decorated waterfront lawn, complete with twinkling string lights, festive décor, heaters, and a cozy seaside ambiance.
Guests may enjoy festive cocktails and seasonal beverages available for purchase at our cash bar, offering holiday favorites to keep spirits bright.
Settle in with a selection of high-top tables and lounge seating, enjoy a curated holiday playlist, and watch as beautifully adorned boats glide past, sparkling with lights and seasonal décor. For an added touch of fun, guests can enjoy lawn games such as cornhole throughout the evening.
Not staying with us? Local guests are welcome as well. Public access is available at $35 per person.
Avoid the crowds and the hassle — let Balboa Bay Resort be your front-row seat to one of Newport Beach’s most treasured holiday traditions.
A+O Christmas Boat Parade Specials
Enjoy prime waterfront viewing of the Christmas Boat Parade while indulging in our show-stopping slow-roasted prime rib, carved to perfection for unbeatable tenderness and rich, savory flavor.
This holiday feast is served with a fully loaded baked potato, tender grilled asparagus, and our signature creamy crème corn for the ultimate steakhouse experience. Elevate your feast by adding a garlic butter grilled lobster tail, jumbo shrimp skewer, or lemon-pepper grilled fresh jumbo scallop skewer.
Intro to Candle Making Workshop
Ignite Your Creativity
Join this hands-on, beginner-friendly candle-making workshop and learn every step—from melting and scent-blending to decorating with dried florals. Whether you want a new hobby or handmade gifts, it’s the perfect way to relax, get creative, and leave with something uniquely yours.
What You’ll Experience
During this one-hour session, you will:
• Explore the basics of candle making and the tools needed
• Learn how to work with soy-blend wax
• Mix and customize seasonal fragrance oils
• Add decorative dried flowers for a personalized finish
• Pour three of your own candles to take home
Christmas Eve Champagne Brunch
Celebrate the season by the water with a joyful holiday brunch to share with family and friends. Indulge in an extravagant buffet created by Executive Chef Diego Bernal, complete with a complimentary sparkling wine station. Savor chef-action favorites at the Egg and Carving Stations featuring Prime Rib, Maple-Glazed Ham, and Salmon, along with our signature Chilled Seafood Display. Discover the Butcher’s Block, Farmers Market & Tuscany Corner, classic holiday sides, and an array of decadent seasonal desserts.
Adults $145 plus service charge and tax | Children 12 and under $60 plus service charge and tax. Kindly note, a 7-day cancellation policy applies.
Event will be located in our Lighthouse event space with both indoor and outdoor seating and views of the spectacular Bay. Indoor vs. Outdoor seating is not guaranteed and available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please dress weather-appropriate.
Balboa Bay Club Members and Hotel Guests enjoy special pricing – Call (949)630-4801 or email reservations@balboabayresort.com to make reservations.
Christmas Day Champagne Brunch
Make Christmas Day unforgettable with a festive waterfront brunch surrounded by family and friends. Delight in an abundant buffet crafted by Executive Chef Diego Bernal, paired with a complimentary sparkling wine station. Enjoy chef-action Egg and Carving Stations featuring Prime Rib, Maple-Glazed Ham, and Salmon, alongside our renowned Chilled Seafood Display. Explore the Butcher’s Block, Farmers Market & Tuscany Corner, traditional holiday sides, and a decadent spread of seasonal desserts.
Adults $145 plus service charge and tax | Children 12 and under $60 plus service charge and tax. Kindly note, a 7-day cancellation policy applies.
Event will be located in our Lighthouse event space with both indoor and outdoor seating and views of the spectacular Bay. Indoor vs. Outdoor seating is not guaranteed and available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please dress weather-appropriate.
Balboa Bay Club Members and Hotel Guests enjoy special pricing – Call (949)630-4801 or email reservations@balboabayresort.com to make reservations.
New Years Eve Wine Dinner featuring Duckhorn Vineyards
- 6:30pm – Reception
- 7:00pm – Dinner begins promptly, Three Course Wine Paired Dinner in Lighthouse (Vegan option available)
- 8:30pm-1:00am – New Year’s Eve Celebration in the Grand Ballroom
Tickets include entrance to the New Years Eve Celebration taking place in the Grand Ballroom ($186 value). Dance the night away until midnight and cheers with a sparkling wine toast.
21+ only
Dress to Impress – Semi formal or cocktail attire required
7-day cancellation | Eventbrite fees are non-refundable
Valet parking offered at an additional charge. Rideshare recommended.
Ticket price includes service charge.
Balboa Bay Club Members enjoy special pricing – Call (949)630-4801 or email reservations@balboabayresort.com to make reservations.
New Years Eve Celebration Party
Say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026 at our unforgettable New Year’s Eve Celebration! Dance the night away to an 11-piece live band and a DJ spinning your favorite hits, enjoy lite bites throughout the evening, and toast to the New Year with sparkling wine at midnight. The festivities continue with a balloon drop, festive party favors, and an electric atmosphere that will keep you moving well into the night. It’s an unforgettable way to ring in 2026 with friends, music, and memories to last a lifetime!
21+ only | All Sales Final
Dress to Impress – Semi-formal or cocktail attire required. Guests are encouraged to wear attire that glitters, sparkles or shines!
Valet parking offered at an additional charge. Ride share encouraged.
Balboa Bay Club Members enjoy special pricing – Call (949)630-4801 or email reservations@balboabayresort.com to make reservations.