Home for the Holidays

Experience all the magic of the holiday season, right here in your own backyard!

Merry and Bright Trail of Lights

Dec. 1-31 | 6 to 10 p.m. nightly
Desert Camp Community Center
All ages | Free

Last year’s wildly popular holiday event is back — bigger and brighter! The Trail of Lights will be lit every night for the entire month of December. DC Ranch residents are invited to enjoy a festive stroll around the perimeter of Desert Camp Community Center and Thompson Peak Pkwy for a dazzling display of holiday lights and décor. On Dec. 6, celebrate the last night of Hanukkah when all of the lights will be blue.

Cookies with Mrs. Claus

Thursday, Dec. 2 | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
The Homestead Community Center
Ages 0-8 | $7

Mrs. Claus is visiting the Ranch to spread some holiday cheer! Bring your little one for a fun holiday celebration that includes cookie decorating, holiday crafts, songs and games with Mrs. Claus, and photo opportunities. Child must be accompanied by an adult.

This program is currently full.

Merry Mistletoe Mixer

Friday, Dec. 3 | 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Desert Camp Community Center
Ages 21+ | $18

The lights are hung, the halls are decked and it’s time to put some jingle in your step! Join neighbors for a very merry variety show, beverages and holiday desserts.

PJs and Pancakes: Gingerbread Land

Saturday, Dec. 4 | 9 to 10:30 a.m.
The Homestead Community Center
$17 for adults and children 13+; $9 for ages 4-12; ages 0-3 are free

Wear your PJs as the community gathers for a traditional pancake breakfast, holiday crafts and visits from Santa and other festive characters for that perfect family photo op! Prizes will be given to residents with the Best Slippers, Best Bed Head and Best Family PJ’s.

Cocoa & Caroling

Thursday, Dec. 9 | 6 to 9 p.m.
Desert Camp Community Center
All ages | Free

Residents are invited for an especially jolly time on the Trail of Lights! Soak in the beauty of the season with classic holiday songs performed by Dicken’s Carolers and stay warm with a cup of hot cocoa or gourmet coffee. Write letters to Santa or make a winter wish. This is a night you won’t want to miss.

Creative Arts Class: Holiday Cocktails

Friday, Dec. 10 | 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The Homestead Community Center
Ages 21+ | $23

Cheers to the season! Come learn how to make holiday-inspired cocktails during this fun, hands-on mixology class. All supplies will be individually portioned. Space is limited.

Merry Movie Night

Saturday, Dec. 11 | 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Desert Camp Community Center
All ages | $7

Residents will vote on Instagram @dcranch for their favorite holiday movie. Then come out to enjoy it under the stars! Movie begins at 7 p.m. Harkins popcorn, gourmet coffee and beverages included.