Weekend Guide
Weekend Events in Santa Clarita: November 27-29, 2026
The day after Thanksgiving is when the SCV holiday season really switches on. This weekend brings Holiday in the Park's opening weekend at Six Flags Magic Mountain, the TASC Barnside Vendor Fair on Saturday, tree farm season at its peak, and both farmers markets. Here is the full November 27-29 weekend guide from your SCV insider, Sam Silver.
November 27-29, 2026 Sam Silver 5 min read
Saturday, November 28 is the weekend's anchor: the TASC Barnside Vendor Fair opens at 10 AM for a day of local vendors and community shopping, while Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain hits its first full weekend of the season. Around it, tree farm season is at its peak, both weekly farmers markets run their usual schedule, and the valley settles into the cozy stretch between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Here is everything happening, current events first.
Friday, Nov 27
Black Friday calm; Holiday in the Park evening session
Saturday, Nov 28
TASC Barnside Vendor Fair, 10 AM
Saturday AM
Old Town Newhall Farmers Market, 8:30 AM - 1 PM
Sunday, Nov 29
COC Farmers Market, tree farms, holiday lights
Events This Weekend
This weekend's events, listed newest first. Times and venues verified where available.
TASC Barnside Vendor Fair
Saturday, Nov 28, 10 AM · Community vendor market
The TASC Barnside Vendor Fair brings a day of local vendors and community shopping on Saturday, November 28, starting at 10 AM. It is the kind of small, homegrown market the valley does so well: a chance to shop local, support small makers, and ease into the holiday gift season all in one relaxed morning. Come early for the best selection and plan to stay for a bite.
Saturday, November 28 from 10 AM. Free to browse; bring cash or cards for the vendors.
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain
Opens Thursday, Nov 26 · 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy, Valencia
Holiday in the Park transforms Six Flags Magic Mountain into a winter wonderland running November 26 through January 3, 2027. This is its opening weekend, which makes it a perfect post-Thanksgiving outing: millions of twinkling lights, holiday shows, festive food, and Santa visits across the thrill-ride capital. Sam's tip: go on a weeknight in early December if you can, when crowds are lighter and the park feels extra magical.
Opening weekend runs Friday through Sunday, November 27-29 at 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia. Evening sessions are the highlight; arrive by late afternoon to catch the lights coming on.
Holiday & Winter Events GuideFarmers Markets: Old Town Newhall & College of the Canyons
Saturday & Sunday mornings · Late-fall harvest
Both of the valley's weekly markets run their usual schedule this weekend. The Old Town Newhall Farmers Market fills the library parking lot at 24500 Main Street on Saturday from 8:30 AM to 1 PM, and Sunday morning the Certified Farmers' Market sets up in Parking Lot 5 at College of the Canyons (Valencia Blvd & Rockwell Canyon Rd) from 8 AM to noon. It is the perfect weekend to stock up on citrus, winter squash, and greens.
Tree Farm Season at Its Peak
All weekend · Bouquet Canyon & beyond
Tree farm season is at its peak, and this is the classic weekend to pick your tree. Gilchrist Farm on Bouquet Canyon Road sells fresh-cut trees alongside its holiday farm animals, and Frosty's Forest on Orchard Village Road remains one of Southern California's rare choose-and-cut Monterey pine forests. Pick your tree now and it will stay green and fresh through Christmas. It is also a great way to get the kids outdoors after a long weekend inside.
More Thanksgiving Weekend Highlights
A few more ways to enjoy the post-Thanksgiving weekend around the valley.
Burn Off the Turkey on the Trails
All weekend · Valley open space
The day after Thanksgiving is prime hiking weather in SCV. Towsley Canyon and Vasquez Rocks are both excellent in the low light, and the newer East Walker Ranch loop in Placerita Canyon is a quieter favorite.
Support Old Town Newhall Recovery
All weekend · Main Street, Newhall
Dine, shop, and sip in Old Town this weekend, and every visit is recovery support as the neighborhood rebuilds from the August fire. See verified ways to help.
Holiday Light Season Begins
Coming up · SCV-wide
Neighborhood light displays start going up this weekend, and December brings the Polar Express Experience, the Barnyard Light Tour, and more. Get ahead with the Holiday Light Displays guide.
Your Local Insider for Every Season
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Looking for events from earlier this season? Check out our previous weekend guides: November 20-22 (Light Up Main Street), November 13-15 (Jingle Fest), November 6-8 (Dial Up Fest), and October 30 - November 1 (Halloween).