The holiday season in Costa Mesa wouldn’t be complete without one of the neighborhood’s most festive and family-friendly traditions — the 4th Annual Mesa Verde Holiday Golf Cart Parade, proudly hosted by The L3 Real Estate.
Every year, residents gather to transform Mesa Verde into a glowing wonderland of lights, music, decorated golf carts, and holiday magic. And in 2025, the celebration is bigger, brighter, and more community-driven than ever.
Whether you’re cruising in a decked-out cart or cheering from the sidelines, this is one of Costa Mesa’s most joyful holiday events — and everyone in Mesa Verde is invited.
- Event Details: Mesa Verde Holiday Golf Cart Parade 2025
- Date: Saturday, December 20th, 2025
- Start Time: 6:00 PM
- Participant Line-Up: 5:15–6:00 PM
- Start & End Location: Adams Elementary School Parking Lot
- Contact: 714-655-6868 | FrontDesk@TheL3.com
- Participation Requirement: Support Operation Santa in donating an unwrapped new toy
To participate in the parade, each golf cart entry must bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to the Costa Mesa Fire Fighters Operation Santa Toy Drive, helping local Costa Mesa families in need.
This event is all about community, kindness, and giving back, and we’re proud to support this important holiday cause.
What to Expect: A Night of Lights, Laughter & Local Pride
Leading the Parade
The parade will be guided by an amazing lineup that brings the whole community together, including:
- The L3 Real Estate Team
- Costa Mesa Police Department
- A dazzling fleet of decorated golf carts
- Special Grand Finale: Santa & Mrs. Claus
The Claus duo will close out the parade with a special appearance — a true highlight for families and kids.
After the Parade: Festivities at Adams Elementary
Once the parade returns to Adams Elementary, the celebration keeps going!
Decorating Contest Results
Stick around to see which carts take home the prizes from Orange County Monster Carts:
- 1st Place: $200
- 2nd Place: $150
- 3rd Place: $100
TK Burger & Sweet Treats
Grab dinner from TK Burger, enjoy a complimentary churro, and mix and mingle with your Mesa Verde neighbors.
Support Costa Mesa Fire Fighters Association
The Costa Mesa Fire Fighters will be on-site collecting toy donations for Operation Santa.
Light Up the Night
Don’t forget to pick up your glowing cheer sticks to help illuminate the parade route and keep the holiday magic shining.
Who Can Participate?
All Mesa Verde residents are welcome!
- Golf cart owners: Decorate your cart and join the parade
- Families & neighbors: Line the sidewalks, cheer, and enjoy the lights
- Kids: Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus and get into the holiday spirit
This is one of the most community-centered holiday events in Costa Mesa — everyone is encouraged to join in.
Decorating Contest Tips
Want to win a prize? Go big with:
- LED lights
- Themed décor (Winter Wonderland, Santa’s Sleigh, Grinch, etc.)
- Music or synchronized lighting
- Costumes for drivers & riders
- Creative inflatables, garland, or props
There’s no such thing as “too festive” at the Mesa Verde Holiday Golf Cart Parade.
Why Mesa Verde Loves This Event
The parade captures everything special about the Mesa Verde and Costa Mesa community:
- Neighbors coming together
- Supporting local families
- Celebrating tradition
- Spreading holiday cheer
- Creating memories for kids and families
- Lighting up the streets we call home
It’s a perfect reflection of what makes Mesa Verde one of the most tight-knit neighborhoods in Orange County.
Whether you’re participating in your golf cart or cheering from the curb, the 4th Annual Mesa Verde Holiday Golf Cart Parade is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season.
Join us for a night of joy, lights, celebration — and a whole lot of community spirit.
Come celebrate community, kindness, and the spirit of the season — Mesa Verde style!
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