Join MCCS and MCX Camp Pendleton as we light our 50-foot holiday tree
with over 30,000 twinkling lights!

FLIP THE SWITCH

Flip the Switch

Youth Fitness (Ages 5-6)

Date

Saturday, November 23, 2024

Time

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Capacity

Unlimited

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We're looking for one special military family to flip the switch on Saturday, November 23 at the Tree Lighting Celebration!

Register your family for an opportunity to light the holiday tree at the 2024 MCX Tree Lighting Celebration on November 23. The last day to enter is Wednesday, November 13, 2024 midnight. The winner will be notified via email/phone on Monday, November 18.

Must be Active Duty aboard Camp Pendleton to enter.

CHANCE TO WIN

Chance to Win

Youth Fitness (Ages 5-6)

Date

Friday, November 1, 2024

Time

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Capacity

Unlimited

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Enter November 1-22 for a chance to win one of three $1,000 MCX holiday gift cards or one of six $500 MCX holiday gift cards!

With these prepaid cards from MCCS, you can:

  • deck your halls
  • find the perfect gifts
  • treat yourself to some much-needed self-care

Don't miss out on this festive opportunity! Good luck! 

Winners will be notified by email. One entry per Active Duty Military at Camp Pendleton.

TREE LIGHTING EVENT

Kick-off the holidays with Free Family Entertainment

Snow Sledding

Face Painters

Free Carnival Games & Rides

 

Santa and Mrs. Claus photo booth
(Bring your Camera and take your family picture 5pm-8pm)

Kid's Elf Packs (assorted snacks)

 

Food and Beverage Tastings

MCCS Information booths

Strolling Carolers

 

Check back November 1 to enter for a chance to win MCX Gift cards online ONLY. 

Enter by November 23!

 

Shuttle Service

Shuttle service from the Naval Hospital will run every 15 minutes to the venue.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

5:00pm Event Begins
6:20pm Introduction of MCI West Leadership
6:30pm Tree Lighting with Flip the Switch
8:00pm Event Conclusion

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

5:00pm Event Begins
6:20pm Introduction of MCI West Leadership
6:30pm Tree Lighting with Flip the Switch
8:00pm Event Conclusion

FAQs

Who is qualified for a Chance to win during the event?

All active duty, retired, and reserve military personnel, and their dependent family members over 18 years old.
Identification required.

Where can I enter for a chance to win at the event?

The only place to enter for a chance to win any giveaway will be online until midnight on November 22.

Where do I go if I lose my child?

Please educate your children to go to the customer service booth if they get lost.

Is handicapped parking available?

Yes. Traffic guards will direct handicapped patrons with the appropriate placards to parking areas at the Pacific Views MCX parking lot.

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Can I bring outside food or drink?

Yes. Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the venue and MCX. Children will receive Elf packs with assorted snacks.

Can I bring my pets?

Only service dogs are permitted.

Where is the parking for the event?

Parking for the event is located at the Naval Hospital. Trams will be available from 2pm-9pm to take you to and from the event.

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Can I bring a shopping cart into the venue area?

Shopping carts are not allowed in the venue area. However, they are available for shopping inside the Pacific Views MCX.

Is there a designated smoking area?

Smoking is not permitted inside the barricaded venue area.

Will there be restrooms available?

Venue restrooms will be available at the east end of the Pacific Views MCX Parking Lot.

What family activities are available?

  • Santa & Mrs. Claus – Bring your camera and take your picture from 5pm-8pm!
  • Play in the snow!
  • Free Carnival Games
  • Face Painter
  • Strolling Carolers
  • Elf packs with assorted snacks for kids

What are the hours of the event?

5pm-8pm. Please arrive early for the best available parking. Overflow parking will be available at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton.

Trams will be available from 2pm-9pm to take you to and from the event.

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How often will the trams run for the parking areas?

Trams will be available every 15 minutes from 2pm-9pm to take you to and from the event. Tram pick-up and drop-off locations will be the North Parking Lot at the Naval Hospital and the Pacific Views MCX Parking Lot.

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Enter for a Chance to Win

One of Three
$1,000 MCX Gift Cards

Enter below.

One of Four
$500 MCX Gift Cards

Check our social channels for trivia questions.
All winners will be selected randomly.

CHANCE TO WIN

Who is qualified for a Chance to Win during the event? All active duty, retired, and reserve military personnel, and their dependent family members over 18 years old.
Identification required.

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MCX HOLIDAY SALES & EVENTS

Nov 8-19 Veterans and Customer Appreciation Sale
Nov 21-23 Thanksgiving Week Deals
Nov 24-29 After Thanksgiving RED HOT Sale

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