Catch the School of Rock Santa Ana band live tonight at 6:30 PM & 8:15 PM at Winter Fest OC!
Get there early—first 2 hours: $5 Eats & $5 Beers!
Winter Fest OC is an annual holiday festival at the OC Fairgrounds featuring real falling snow, ice tubing, carnival rides, and a variety of seasonal attractions and entertainment. The event runs on select dates from December through early January.
General Information
- Location: The event is held at the OC Fair & Event Center, located at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
- Hours: The venue is generally open on weekdays from 5–10 PM and on weekends from 4–11 PM on Saturdays and 4–10 PM on Sundays. Hours vary by day, so it’s best to check the official schedule.
- Tickets & Parking: General admission tickets are required for entry. Parking typically costs around $12-$15, and most activities beyond general admission require an additional fee, such as ice skating, carnival rides, and mini-golf.
Attractions & Activities
The festival offers a wide range of activities for all ages:
- Snow Play: Enjoy a snow play area with daily fresh snow for making snowballs and snow angels.
- Snowflake Summit: Experience unlimited ice tubing down a 150-foot slide.
- Dazzling Lights & Shows: Walk through the “Forest of Lights” holiday light walk, enjoy the “Holiday House Light Show” synchronized to music, and watch nightly tree lighting ceremonies and a holiday parade.
- Meet Santa: Santa Claus is available for photos until December 24th.
- Carnival Rides & Games: A variety of carnival rides and games are available, including a Ferris wheel and a carousel.
- Fireside Igloos: For a private, cozy experience, you can rent a fireside igloo that includes seating and a private fire pit.
For more details on specific dates, pricing, and to purchase tickets, visit the Winter Fest OC official website. Use the code DATEKNIGHT to get 20% off your order. Buy tickets here.
The School of Rock Santa Ana is a performance-based music school that teaches students how to play in a band through a combination of private lessons and group rehearsals.
Performance Programs & Bands
Students at the Santa Ana location participate in several different band-focused programs based on age and skill level:
- Performance Program (Ages 8–18): The school’s hallmark program where students learn iconic rock songs and perform them every few months at local Santa Ana music venues.
- House Band (Age 17 and Under): A “gigging” band composed of the school’s most talented students. They audition for their spots and perform additional live shows at CA rock venues throughout the year, serving as leaders in their community.
- Rock 101 (Ages 8–13): An entry-level program for beginners to learn foundational skills while playing simplified classic rock songs in a band setting.
- Adult Program (Ages 18+): Designed for adults of all experience levels to learn an instrument and perform live on stage with a band of their peers.
Location & Contact
- Address: 2620 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA 92704.
- Phone: (949) 774-7625.
- Email: santaana@schoolofrock.com.
- Website: School of Rock Santa Ana Official Site.