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December 2019
North Pole Pack at Golf N’ Stuff
With Golf N' Stuff's "North Pole Fun Pack," the kids can enjoy two full hours unlimited use of: go-karts, bumper boats, Disk'O Thrill ride and kiddie train - every day in December!
Operation Santa Paws 2019
December 1-20: An annual collection of pet toys, shelter supplies and treats that are delivered to shelter and rescue dogs and cats.
Seas ‘n’ Greetings at Birch Museum in San San Diego
The magic of the holidays meets the magic of the underwater world at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego during Seas ‘n’ Greetings, a month-long holiday celebration featuring SEAsonal activities for the whole family.
Military Tribute Days at Knott’s Berry Farm
Active, Retired and Veteran U.S. Military Personnel receive free admission to Knott's Berry Farm for themselves and one guest from November 3 - 21 and December 2 - 19.
Pirates Take Christmas
Looking to add some fun and excitement to your holiday season? Celebrate Christmas with Pirates Dinner Adventure’s Christmas spectacular, Pirates Take Christmas. You, your family, and a little holiday magic can help ensure Santa defeats the pirates and saves the season. Join them to find out why Pirates Take Christmas has quickly become a Holiday tradition in Orange County! For discounted rates of $35 for adults and $25 for kids, mention code "KGHOLIDAY19"!
Macy’s Letters To Santa
Kids can create a letter to Santa and drop it off at Macy's (or send it virtually online). For every letter received, Macy's will donate $1 to Make-a-Wish (up to $1 million dollars). Daily. Free.
Nerf Challenge at LA Live
The world premiere of Nerf Challenge opens at LA Live for a limited time! This live attraction will bring action and competitive fun, taking place in an epic 50,000 square foot space. Please note that some activities require participants be 8 or older while other activities require participants be 14 or older.
Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
Get into the spirit as you enjoy the Park adorned with holiday decorations, holiday-themed food, characters, photo opportunities, exclusive merchandise, and more!
Capistrano Lights at Mission San Juan Capistrano
Celebrate the holidays at Mission San Juan Capistrano, historic landmark and museum with 30 days of holiday fun from December 8 through January 6. Capistrano Lights brings together people of all faith traditions during the holiday season. The Mission grounds will be decked out in lights and the Front Courtyard features a huge 10-foot wreath, perfect for a holiday photo op. Join them for a nightly tree lighting in the Ruins of the Great Stone Church. Don’t miss out on…
Enchanted Christmas at Rogers Gardens in Corona Del Mar
Experience the enchanted season of Christmas at Roger’s Gardens. Escape to an enchanted forest filled with sparkling toadstools, as the scent of pine lingers in the air...
Young Americans Magic of Christmas in La Mirada
Audiences will delight in dancing Santas, The Nutcracker Suite, toe-tapping penguins and everyone’s favorite Christmas songs.
Enchanted Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens
Enchanted Forest of Light is an interactive, nighttime experience unlike anything else in Los Angeles, featuring a one-mile walk through unique lighting experiences in some of the most beloved areas of Descanso Gardens.
Skating by the Sea in San Diego
The spectacular ice rink is located seaside on Windsor Lawn and features stunning views of the Pacific and Coronado beach.
Holidays at Legoland in San Diego
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Enjoy holly jolly fun throughout the Resort with festive shows and décor. The whole family will feel the holiday spirit when they see the 30-foot LEGO® Christmas tree trimmed with awesome LEGO ornaments as it sparkles each night with music and light.
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags
The park is transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of colorful lights, carolers performing classic yuletide favorites and personalized meet-and-greets with Santa and his helpers.
Disney’s Frozen Broadway Musical at the Pantages Theatre
An unforgettable theatrical experience filled with sensational special effects, stunning sets and costumes, and powerhouse performances, FROZEN is everything you want in a musical: It’s moving. It’s spectacular. And above all, it’s pure Broadway joy.
Write a letter to Santa in Westminster
Children are invited to write a letter to Santa, and receive a personally answered response! Each year, more than 500 letters are received and answered.
Knott’s Merry Farm in Buena Park
Joy is in Season at the Knott’s Merry Farm Holiday Festival. Guests of all ages can embrace the joy of Christmas at Knott’s Merry Farm, with classic shows like the Holiday Ice Show featuring Snoopy, the Peanuts Gang and a cast of world class ice skaters, the nightly tree lighting ceremony and The Christmas Carol.
27th Annual Festival of Lights in Riverside
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa features more than five million brilliant lights, a decorated Christmas tree, appearances by Santa Claus and Dickensian Carolers singing cheerful holiday tunes, authentic horse-drawn carriages, live reindeer, and hundreds of characters dressed in 17th Century costumes to entertain crowds and evoke the spirit of the season.
Trolley Tour of Lights in Long Beach
Board a classic cable-car trolley for a waterfront tour that will showcase the best light displays around Long Beach. The tour includes the famous floating Christmas trees of Alamitos Bay, and beautiful Naples Island, plus hot cocoa, sugar cookie, souvenir Santa hat, candy cane, holiday music and light narration.
Winter Glow in Grand Park LA
Grand Park’s Winter Glow is an immersive nighttime art experience that will take over Grand Park in celebration of the holidays. k.
Aquarium Holidays at Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach
Experience special holiday decorations throughout the Aquarium, photos with Santa, snow on the front plaza, and the Holiday Treats for the Animals festival.
Pershing Square Holiday Ice Skating Rink
Glide into the holidays at Pershing Square! The Bai Holiday Ice Rink offers the quintessential winter activity in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Surrounded by art, lively activity and the impressive city skyline, the outdoor ice rink lets you enjoy entertainment and ice skating in Los Angeles under the sun and stars. Open daily starting November 14, 2019, until January 20, 2020, you won’t want to miss this magical winter wonderland that promises to delight all ages. Take a…
LA Kings Holiday Ice at L.A. Live
Ice Rink will be open November 30 - January 12: LA Kings Holiday Ice Rink is only here for a limited time, so don't miss out on this fun family activity!
Glendale Holiday on Ice
Glendale's first-ever outdoor ice rink. Get into the holiday spirit and come skate around with your friends and family to some fun holiday music. General admission: $12; skate rental, $5; skate aid rental, $8.
SeaWorld Christmas Celebration in San Diego
From sea lions to Santa Claus, there is something for everyone at SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration. Enjoy an all-new ice skating spectacular, Cirque Christmas acrobats, Seasame Street Village and Tunnel of Lights. Returning holiday favorites include Rudolph's Christmastown, the iconic 320-foot Skytower Tree of Lights and the park’s 40-foot, animated Happiest Christmas Tree.
LA Kings Holiday Ice at Westfield Topanga & The Village
Join the LA Kings for the annual Holiday Ice! Make the most out of the holiday season by skating with your family and friends at The Promenade at Westfield Topanga. Open daily. $14-17 includes skate rental.
SkyPark Santa’s Village
Join Skypark for a Nostalgic Christmas in the Woods inside Santa’s Village! Enjoy visits with Santa and Northwoods characters, ice skating, tree lightings, storytelling, crafts, holiday treats and more.
Holiday Light Festival Train Ride in Griffith Park
Head to Griffith Park for an evening train ride around the festively decorated, one mile of track. Magical scenes and tens of thousands of lights will captivate you and your family and set the mood for a wonderful holiday season.
Ice Presented by Plaza at Santa Monica
Every holiday season Downtown Santa Monica brings a little ice to the beachside community, transforming the corner of Fifth Street and Arizona Avenue into the winter wonderland known as Ice at Santa Monica, an 8,000-square-foot ice-skating rink. Plus, enjoy free musical performances every Sunday.
Ronald McDonald House Long Beach Toy Drive
Help bring cheer to kids undergoing medical treatments by dropping off new, unwrapped toys or gifts at the Long Beach Ronald McDonald House.
Outdoor Ice Rink at Irvine Spectrum Center
November 1 - January 5: Skate under the stars (and sun!) at the festive Holiday Ice Rink in the Giant Wheel Court at Irvine Spectrum Center. Skate rental is available or bring your own. Season passes also offered.
A Week of Holiday Crafts at La Habra Library
Make a variety of crafts this week from DIY Planners to Gingerbread Houses. Crafts start at 4:30. Pre-registration required for some.
Tree Lighting at Irvine Spectrum
The beautifully decorated 75-foot tree will come to life at night with a choreographed light show every 30 minutes. Nightly, November 29 - December 24, 5-11 p.m. at the Giant Wheel Court.
Cookie Fun at Brea Library
Join the Brea Library to decorate a cookie and eat it too! The library will provide the trimmings, you just need to bring your creativity.
5th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting with Mayor Garcia in Long Beach
Join the Mayor and the Long Beach community in the 5th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. There will be local food trucks, face painting, fireworks, and entertainment for the kids.
L.A. Zoo Lights at Los Angeles Zoo
With the flick of a switch, the zoo is set aglow with breathtaking displays. Take a self-guided 60- to 90-minute stroll though a large area of the Zoo filled with animal-themed displays, dynamic lights and projections, and seasonal magic.
Christmas Fantasia at Segerstrom
Enjoy favorite carols and breathtaking masterpieces performed by Vanguard University's 130-member choirs and orchestra in the elegance and acoustical perfection of Segerstrom Concert Hall.
The Polar Express Train in Fillmore
Celebrate Christmas with a one-hour ride aboard a vintage train. Enjoy cookies, hot chocolate and a reenactment of the The Polar Express! Wear your pajamas and dress warmly.
Peter Pan at Laguna Playhouse
Embark on a wild quest with Tinker Bell, Wendy and Peter Pan as they set about on an exciting adventure to foil the pirates’ plot to kidnap Peter for Captain Hook’s Christmas present. This interactive family show is filled with big laughs, magic, dance, and music that will have you singing along with the cast to well-known contemporary songs, rooting for Peter and his friends, and booing Captain Hook!
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas in San Diego
Visit The Old Globe for Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas! A wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book.
A Christmas Carol at South Coast Repertory
Recapture the spirit of an old-fashioned Christmas with this timeless Dickens classic and all of your favorite characters.
The Polar Express Comes to Perris
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is coming to Southern California for the first time this holiday season! Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ for a magical one-hour trip to meet Santa.
Victorian Christmas at the Bembridge House in Long Beach
Rediscover the magic of an olde-tyme Christmas. Experience a family-friendly celebration focused on holiday traditions in this lovingly decorated historic house. Neighborhood groups from across the community will create a magical display of decorations throughout the house, and docents will provide guided tours.
Surf City Nights in Huntington Beach
It's Orange County's largest weekly street fair and farmers' market! Shops spread out with sidewalk sales, the streets fill with unique vendors, and the farmers set up with fresh, seasonal produce and flowers.
Someone-Special-and-Me Sugar Cookie Decorating in Irvine
This course is for the Lil’ Chefs (ages 3-5), that still need an adult by their side. Together, participants will learn how to make cookie frosting and decorate pre-made sugar cookies!
Moonlight Forest: Lantern Art Festival at LA Arboretum
A fantasy of light transforms the Arboretum into an evening wonderland. Magnificent lantern art depicting exotic animals, shimmering flowers, whimsical pandas, soaring dragons and other themes create the mesmerizing experience of Moonlight Forest.
Lil’ Dickens Carolers in Corona Del Mar
Enjoy shopping this holiday season by listening to a quartet of Strolling Christmas Carolers as they perform throughout Roger’s Gardens and the Farmhouse. Their repertoire includes your favorite standards and Sacred Christmas Carols combined with the holiday songs you have grown to love.
Anne of Green Gables Musical in Anaheim
Generations of readers have adored the best-selling novel and now the musical adaptation of the beloved book hits the stage at Chance Theater.
Holiday Movies at Pacific City in Huntington Beach
Come join Pacific City and enjoy holiday classics! These movie nights are free and fun for the whole family. Bring the family, friends, chairs, blankets and get cozy. Click here to see a list of movie titles.