Experience the holidays at LEGOLAND California with shows, holiday decor, character meet & greet, photo ops, seasonal treats, fireworks, and fun rides. The 2026 Legoland holiday event called Christmas Bricktacular will run on select days from November 21st to January 3rd and is included with admission. Details below.
2026 Christmas Bricktacular Dates
Christmas Bricktacular dates are November 21 – 29, December 5 – 6, 12 – 13, 19 – 31, and January 1 to 3. Fireworks are on December 5, 12, and 19 to 31st.
Legoland Holiday Hours
During Christmas Bricktacular, Legoland California will open at 10 AM and close at either 6 PM or 7 PM, depending on the date.
Is Christmas Bricktacular included in the admission ticket?
Legoland’s holiday event Christmas Bricktacular is included with park admission tickets, and Preferred and Premium passholders can attend for free. Standard passholders can visit on certain dates in December.
Discounted LEGOLAND Tickets
To save on tickets to LEGOLAND this holiday, take advantage of the tickets starting $69 (offer ends Nov 1), or the Kids Go Free offer for $139 per 1 adult and 1 child, which is equal to paying $69.50 per person.
Discounted Legoland California Tickets
Plus tax and fees
- 1-Day Legoland + FREE SeaLife: from $69 (reg. $139)
- 2-Day Legoland + FREE SeaLife: from $109 (reg. $179)
Legoland Kids Go Free 2026
Plus tax and fees
- 1-Day Legoland + Sea Life FREE: $139 or $69.50 per person (1 adult, 1 child)
Legoland holiday event is available at all 3 US Legoland locations. The activities, shows, and decor may be a little different from each park, but I’m sure it’s just as fun. For a comprehensive list of Legoland ticket deals, check out the following:
- LEGOLAND California Ticket Deals
- LEGOLAND Florida Ticket Deals
- LEGOLAND New York Ticket Deals
- Legoland Hotel Deals
What’s New at Legoland this Holiday 2026
LEGOLAND California is adding a new lineup of interactive experiences this holiday for Christmas Bricktacular, including:
- Gingerbread Station: Help bring the holiday kitchen to life, where kids can follow interactive prompts to complete a festive recipe and activate lights, sounds and the delicious scent of gingerbread.
- Elf Choir: Join the Elf Choir at a colorful LEGO® musical rig, where kids help create another essential ingredient of Christmas: the sound of the season.
- Reindeer Refuel: A festive reindeer barn where families feed LEGO reindeer and build “Magic Carrots” from LEGO bricks to power their Christmas flight.
LEGO Photo Spots & Holiday Decor
Legoland decorates for the holidays! From the giant LEGO Christmas Tree to the holiday-themed entrance. Be sure to grab a family photo at one or all of of brick-taculator Christmas photo spots:
- Capture the brick-tastic magic of the holiday season at LEGOLAND with a picture starring our 35-foot LEGO® Christmas Tree built from 366,481 LEGO and DUPLO bricks!
- Grab the most AWESOME family photos in front of the larger-than-life LEGO wreath for a perfect Christmas card moment!
- Say cheese with Santa along with his Sleigh and Reindeer for a festive photo!
Holiday Characters
During your visit to Legoland California, you can meet holiday LEGO characters like LEGO Santa, Snowman, LEGO elves, and Gingerbread Guy for holiday hugs, pictures, and selfies. They will be available around the park at various times.
- New for 2026! Yeti – Say hello to the coolest new character at Holidays at Legoland.
- LEGO Nutcracker
- LEGO Santa
- Snowman
- LEGO Elves
- Gingerbread Guy
- Reindeer Girl
During our past visit, we were able to take pictures with LEGO Santa just below the LEGO Christmas Tree.
Legoland Holiday Shows
Check out holiday shows throughout Legoland all season long!
- NEW for 2026! Brickmas (W)rap Battle Show – Get moving at this high-energy show where wrapping presents turns into a festive rao battle filled with music, dancing, and playfil interactive challenges! Located at The Beginning.
- The Nutcracker Marching Band – Clap along to the beat of the ALL NEW LEGO Nutcracker and The LEGOLAND Brass band. This Christmas Cavalcade crew are not TOYING around as they bring the festivities to you.
- Once Upon a Brick-Mas – Pack your snow shoes and join Bagsy and Sweeps as they re-tell the story of the Wizard and the first snow of Castle Hill.
Holiday Food & Treats
A visit to Legoland will not be complete without ordering their famous apple fries but try to also enjoy some holiday treats. Check out LEGOLAND Food Prices and Menu before going.
Are Legoland Rides Open during Christmas Bricktacular?
When visiting Legoland for Christmas Bricktacular, you can enjoy more than 60 rides that are open during the holidays at Legoland for everyone to enjoy. Make sure to visit the newest area – LEGO Galaxy land.
Read up on tips for riding Galacticoaster to avoid the lines at this newly added indoor roller coaster. This holiday, you will get to customize your ride with holiday-themed elements before going on the actual ride.
For our family, our favorite rides are LEGO Ninjago The Ride, Emmet’s Flying Adventure Ride, and LEGO Technic Coaster. Check out LEGOLAND Florida VS. LEGOLAND California in case you’ve only been to one and want to check the other.
Legoland Christmas Fireworks
Legoland Fireworks will be available on select dates between December 5 and 31 during Christmas Bricktacular:
- December 5
- December 12
- Every day December 19-31
Legoland Holiday Shopping
Before leaving the theme park, I recommend visiting The LEGO Shop for Christmas gift shopping at Legoland. From LEGO sets to the gingerbread man bubble wand (if they have it for 2026), which is a really cute stocking stuffer.
Check out our video below from Instagram for a recap of our past visit to Legoland during the holiday:
Stay at Legoland Hotel or Castle Hotel in California
If you want to stay at one of the two hotels in front of Legoland California, check out Legoland Hotel VS. Castle Hotel for a complete comparison in case you can’t decide which hotel to book during your visit to Holidays at Legoland.
Stay overnight and enjoy a free breakfast buffet and early access to rides before the Park opens! Check out the following Legoland Hotel deals to save on accommodation:
Legoland Hotel Discount:
- Passholder Hotel Savings – Up to 40% Off (Limited-Time offer)
- Military Discount – Save 10% off rooms
- GOVX Member Discount – Save 10% off rooms
- AAA Discount – Save 10% off rooms
- Partner Hotel + Tickets (off-site hotels) – Receive early access perk to Legoland
- Hotel Room Only – not discounted
Legoland Holiday Packages (Hotel + Tickets):
- Legoland California Vacation Package – Hotel + Kids Ticket from $39 per Day (offer ends 11/17)
- Legoland Hotel Kids Go Free – Free child tickets with paid adult ticket
- Book Early Savings – Save up to 25% Off
- Build Your Own Vacation – Save up to 25% Off
Legoland Holiday Christmas Bricktacular FAQs:
Is Legoland open Christmas Day?
Yes! Legoland is open on Christmas Day 2026. Enjoy the Christmas Bricktacular holiday event at the park all day from 10 AM to 7 PM, which will include fireworks.
Is Legoland open Thanksgiving Day?
Yes! Legoland is open on Thanksgiving Day, actually, the whole Thanksgiving week. Christmas Bricktacular will start on Nov 21, so expect holiday decor at the park. There won’t be fireworks, though, unlike Christmas week.
When does Legoland decorate for Christmas?
Legoland will decorate for Christmas in November so you can enjoy the holiday decoration starting November 21, the first day of Christmas Bricktacular.
Is Christmas Bricktacular included in Legoland Annual Passes?
Only Premium and Preferred Annual Passholders can enjoy Christmas Bricktacular on all event dates. Standard Annual Passholders may attend only on select dates in December. Check Legoland’s blackout calendar for actual dates.
Will there be Fireworks at Legoland on New Year’s Eve?
Yes! There will be Legoland fireworks on New Year’s Eve, but it won’t be at midnight. The park will close at 7 PM on December 31. The fireworks should start at about 6:45 PM, so families can welcome 2027 early and don’t have to stay up until midnight with the kids.
Legoland Travel Tips:
- Legoland Discount Tickets
- Legoland Black Friday Sale
- Costco Legoland Tickets
- Legoland Hotel VS. Castle Hotel
- How to Access Legoland’s Back Entrance
- Legoland Hotel LEGO City Room
- Legoland Hotel LEGO Duplo Room
- Guide to Staying at Legoland Hotel
- Tips for Visiting Legoland California
- Legoland Water Park Tips
- LEGO Festival Experience
- Legoland Brick or Treat Guide
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