Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in California (Updated 2026)

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Morning Half Day Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Tour

This tour offers a truly distinctive Carmel Valley experience, highlighted by exclusive access to Bernardus Winery's Ingrid’s Vineyard for a unique educational walk led by …More

This tour offers a truly distinctive Carmel Valley experience, highlighted by exclusive access to Bernardus Winery's Ingrid’s Vineyard for a unique educational walk led by...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$223
49er Express Round Trip Shuttle to Levi Stadium from Union Square

The 49er Express Shuttle offers a seamless round trip ride from Union Square to Levi's Stadium, perfect for sports enthusiasts eager to catch a game. …More

The 49er Express Shuttle offers a seamless round trip ride from Union Square to Levi's Stadium, perfect for sports enthusiasts eager to catch a game....

8 hours
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$90
San Francisco Kayak Trip- 1 Hour

Paddle along the quiet waters near Oracle Ball Park in San Francisco. This location is close to downtown and suitable for anyone, including the first …More

Paddle along the quiet waters near Oracle Ball Park in San Francisco. This location is close to downtown and suitable for anyone, including the first...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$75
Joshua Tree Architecture & Art Tour — Iconic Homes & Desert Art

From clay houses to dome houses to modern homes discover the artistic soul and visionary architecture of Joshua Tree. This immersive 4 hour private tour …More

From clay houses to dome houses to modern homes discover the artistic soul and visionary architecture of Joshua Tree. This immersive 4 hour private tour...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Alcatraz Inside Tour and All Day Hop On Hop Off with Night Option

Open-Top Double-Decker Bus Adventure: Hop on and off all day long with our lively hop-on-hop-off service! Buses roll up every 30 minutes, ready to whisk …More

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Open-Top Double-Decker Bus Adventure: Hop on and off all day long with our lively hop-on-hop-off service! Buses roll up every 30 minutes, ready to whisk...

2 to 5 hours
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$120
LA to San Diego Day Tour: USS Midway, Harbor Cruise and Old Town

Explore the highlights of San Diego on this full-day trip from Los Angeles. Visit the USS Midway Museum, where you can dive into naval history, …More

Explore the highlights of San Diego on this full-day trip from Los Angeles. Visit the USS Midway Museum, where you can dive into naval history,...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$202
Family Cat Adventure Escape Room

In this unique escape room adventure, players awaken as a cat in a whimsical pet shop, where the goal is to escape and return to …More

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In this unique escape room adventure, players awaken as a cat in a whimsical pet shop, where the goal is to escape and return to...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$35
Napa Wine Tour - Bespoke Private Experience in a Land Rover

Curate experiences tailored to your exact tastes Offer expert advice and recommendations perfect for your group Take care of all the details so you don't …More

Curate experiences tailored to your exact tastes Offer expert advice and recommendations perfect for your group Take care of all the details so you don't...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$399
Paso Robles Private Winery Trolley

Experience Paso Robles wine country your way with an exclusive charter of our charming vintage‑style trolley. Perfect for groups of up to 14, this private …More

Experience Paso Robles wine country your way with an exclusive charter of our charming vintage‑style trolley. Perfect for groups of up to 14, this private...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,198
Huntington Harbour Guided Kayak Tour

Set off from Sunset Beach for a 90-minute guided kayak tour through the serene waters of Huntington Harbour. This unique coastal community features five man-made …More

Set off from Sunset Beach for a 90-minute guided kayak tour through the serene waters of Huntington Harbour. This unique coastal community features five man-made...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
Walking Food Tour of Little Saigon

Experience authentic Vietnamese flavor through local eateries and hidden gems. Indulge in a wide variety of dishes from street food and traditional favorites. Our culinary …More

Experience authentic Vietnamese flavor through local eateries and hidden gems. Indulge in a wide variety of dishes from street food and traditional favorites. Our culinary...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$89
Fun Movie Star Homes Tour

See Hollywood and it's surroundings in a fun, windowless bus which allows for excellent views without obstructions in less than 2 hours. The tours depart …More

See Hollywood and it's surroundings in a fun, windowless bus which allows for excellent views without obstructions in less than 2 hours. The tours depart...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$29
Haunted Catalina Golf Cart Tour

Hop aboard as we embark on a driving ghost tour through the City of Avalon. Our journey begins at 121 Clarissa Ave, one block from …More

Hop aboard as we embark on a driving ghost tour through the City of Avalon. Our journey begins at 121 Clarissa Ave, one block from...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
Journey to Frog Rock

A fun, natural history paddling tour where you can imagine exploring the inaccessible coastline of the Catalina Island in a modern, easy to maneuver & …More

A fun, natural history paddling tour where you can imagine exploring the inaccessible coastline of the Catalina Island in a modern, easy to maneuver &...

2 hours
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$83
Beginner Surf Lessons At Stinson Beach

This is a 2 hour beginner group lesson that covers surfing fundamentals, etiquette, safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, surfboard positioning, maneuvering, proper stand-up and riding …More

This is a 2 hour beginner group lesson that covers surfing fundamentals, etiquette, safety, wave dynamics, paddling skills, surfboard positioning, maneuvering, proper stand-up and riding...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
Sourdough by the Sea — La Jolla Baking Workshop

Experience the ultimate hands-on sourdough class with a self-taught Italian baker and mother of four, set on a breathtaking ocean view deck in La Jolla. …More

Experience the ultimate hands-on sourdough class with a self-taught Italian baker and mother of four, set on a breathtaking ocean view deck in La Jolla....

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$125
Anaheim Ducks Ice Hockey Game at Honda Center

Founded by the Walt Disney Company and originally named the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim (after the film “The Mighty Ducks”) the Anaheim Ducks have been …More

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Founded by the Walt Disney Company and originally named the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim (after the film “The Mighty Ducks”) the Anaheim Ducks have been...

2 hours
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$100
San Diego Padres Baseball Game at Petco Park

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$100
3 Stop Temecula Wine Adventure

Visit three award-winning wineries on this 3-Stop Wine Tour in Temecula. Over four hours, traverse the picturesque backroads in a vintage VW bus while enjoying …More

Visit three award-winning wineries on this 3-Stop Wine Tour in Temecula. Over four hours, traverse the picturesque backroads in a vintage VW bus while enjoying...

4 hours 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$170
Lake Tahoe Sunrise or Sunset Kayak Fishing Tour

This guided kayak fishing tour stands out by focusing on sunrise or sunset—when fishing is best and the lake is at its calmest. With a …More

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This guided kayak fishing tour stands out by focusing on sunrise or sunset—when fishing is best and the lake is at its calmest. With a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
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