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Experience the joy of the holiday season with SAMLARC! From festive events and activities to heartwarming programs designed for the whole family, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking to make new memories, share traditions, or simply enjoy the beauty of the season, join us for a variety of holiday programs and events!

Christmas Tree Lighting

Saturday, December 7 | 5-7 PM

Lago Santa Margarita Lakeshore

Enjoy the season's sights, sounds, and treats with family and friends at the Lago Santa Margarita! The festivities will begin at 5:00 p.m. at the Lakeshore. Stroll through the all-new "Trail of Lights", enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and cookies, and decorate a festive stocking. Watch a holiday dance performance and storytelling of “The Night Before Christmas” while anticipating Santa and Mrs. Claus's arrival to help light the Christmas tree at 6 p.m.! Take your professional family photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus sponsored by FatDaddy's Bakery!

Thank you to Diamond Partners, Andre Landscape Service, Inc. and Hurd Homes Real Estate, and Emerald Partner, Hoag Urgent Care Dove Canyon, for making this event merry and bright!

This event is open to SAMLARC Members and their guests - no registration required! Learn More About Christmas Tree Lighting!

Holiday Home Decorating Contest

Registration: November 11- November 22, Voting Window & Community Map: December 8 – December 16, Winners Announced: December 18

Deck the halls for SAMLARC's Holiday Home Decorating Contest! Showcase your outdoor seasonal style with lights, tinsel, trees, and more! Decorations must be in place and photos submitted online by December 7th.  SAMLARC will publish a custom holiday map so Members can tour around town and vote for their favorite homes from December 8th through December 16th. Winning Homes will be announced on December 18th and will receive a gift card and a "Holiday Home Winner" yard sign to display through the season! Sponsored by: Schnieders Real Estate Group. Registration is from November 11th through November 22nd. For more information or to sign up check out the events tab.

North Pole Hotline

Tuesday, December 5 & Wednesday, December 6 | 6-7 PM

SAMLARC’s youngest Members have a direct line to the North Pole! Santa will call SAMLARC resident children on Tuesday, December 3rd and Wednesday, December 4th to learn what they would like for Christmas! This complimentary event is open to SAMLARC Members only, and the suggested age range is 2-12 years old. Registration opens on November 1, 2023 - space is limited, so be sure to sign up! 

Carols ‘Round the Lake

Saturday, December 14 | 6-8 PM

Lago Santa Margarita Lakeshore & Beach Club

SAMLARC welcomes you to join us at the Lakeshore and Beach Club for a beautiful night filled with the sights and sounds of the season! Visit Gingerbread Lane inside the Beach Club where children can make a gingerbread craft, grab a cup of hot cocoa sponsored by Shannon Miller Realtor, a sweet treat, and take a professional family photo with Santa Claus sponsored by FatDaddy's Bakery. Enjoy a Holly Jolly Express Train ride, listen to the Victorian Carolers, walk down the all-new trail of lights, stroll around the Lakeshore, get a photo with the Grinch and Cindy-Lou Who, and enjoy musical performances by talented local musicians throughout the evening.