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World of Illumination Reindeer Road in Arcadia
NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 2: Drive along a one mile journey to see 350+ North Pole theme installations, millions of animated lights, synchronized musical experience, and more.
Holidays at the Harbor – Dana Point Harbor
NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 2, 2022: Each night throughout the holiday season, the Harborโs magnificent light display will illuminate the evening sky for guests of all ages to enjoy. Plus, see the Boat Parade of Lights (Dec 10-12), go on Boat Rides with Santa (Dec 4-5), and celebrate Hanukkah with a Menorah Lighting.
Magic of Lights at Angel Stadium in Anaheim
NOVEMBER 19 - DECEMBER 26: The Angel Stadium parking lot is transformed into a vibrant drive-through, holiday lights experience featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations
Oceanfront Ice Rink in Huntington Beach
NOVEMBER 25 - DECEMBER 31: Skate and chill where the sand meets the snow with oceanfront ice skating, reserved firepit experiences, theme nights, holiday cocktails and bites, group skate sessions, performances and more holiday delights.
Dodgers Holiday Festival
NOVEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 23: The Los Angeles Dodgers are hosting a Holiday Festival in the beautiful, newly-renovated Centerfield Plaza, warning track, and bullpens complete with nightly entertainment, an ice skating rink, scenic and light displays, holiday-themed food and beverage, and an opportunity to take photos with Santa!
The Immersive Nutcracker Walk-Through Experience in LA
NOVEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 31, 2021: A dreamlike family-friendly walk-through experience of the most beloved holiday fairytale accompanied by Tchaikovskyโs timeless score. Think theatre, VR and projection combined with magic and classical music.
Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
NOVEMBER 26 - JANUARY 2, 2022: Get into the spirit as you enjoy the Park adorned with holiday decorations, holiday-themed food, characters, photo opportunities, exclusive merchandise, and more!
Snow N Glow in Ventura
NOVEMBER 26 - JANUARY 2, 2022: A snow-filled, family-friendly holiday experience full of fun things to do. Go snow-tubing and stroll through an immersive light trail with a million glowing lights! Private igloo rental available.
Light of the World at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest
DECEMBER 2-19, 2021: During this walk-through event, share the joy of community while sipping on hot chocolate, strolling through Christmas-themed lands, and snapping photos of the illuminated night sky.
Snow N Glow Holiday Festival in Del Mar
DECEMBER 4 - JANUARY 2, 2022: Go tubing down a giant snow hill made with real snow, sip on hot cocoa, and stroll through a million festive lights. Igloo private party rentals, s'mores kits, food and drink available for purchase.
Disney On Ice: Dream Big at Honda Center in Anaheim
DECEMBER 8-12, 2021: Dream Big features favorite Disney friends such as Mickey, Minnie, Miguel, Moana, Elsa, Belle, Genie, and more highlighting all the magic and adventure of Disneyโs tales through world-class figure skating.
December Events at Pretend City in Irvine
SELECT DAYS, DECEMBER 8-31, 2021: Join in on festive events and themed activities at Pretend City Children's Museum
Temecula On Ice
DECEMBER 9 - JANUARY 2, 2022: Sharpen your skates, practice your double axel, and weโll see you on the ice! Temecula On Ice returns with a state-of-the-art ice rink, rental skates, Bobby skating aid and its own radio station playing the best ice skating music.
A Charlie Brown Christmas Live in Anaheim
DECEMBER 3-19, 2021: Everyoneโs favorite holiday classic comes to life in the all-new stage adaptation! Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the whole Peanuts gang as they produce their own Christmas play and ultimately learn the true meaning of the season.
Seas โnโ Greetings at Birch Aquarium in San Diego
DECEMBER 1-31, 2021: Experience the magic of the holidays in the underwater world at Birch Aquarium during this month-long holiday celebration featuring SEAsonal decor, music, and activities for the whole family.
GLOW at South Coast Botanic Garden
NOVEMBER 20 - JANUARY 17, 2022: South Coast Botanic Garden is proud to present GLOW (Garden Lights & Ocean Waters), a visually stunning light display that will transform their lush botanic oasis into an oceanic experience.
The Elf on the Shelf’s Magical Holiday Journey in Pomona
NOVEMBER 5 - JANUARY 2: An outdoor immersive experience featuring scenic displays, a Christmas village with shopping and dining options, an ice-skating rink, and a heart-warming walk-through journey that explores Christmas cheer from an elfโs perspective and culminates in a magical trolley ride.
West Coast Customs presents Cruis’n the Park Car Show at Six Flags
FRIDAYS - SUNDAYS, FEBRUARY 26 - MARCH 14: Cruise through the park from the comfort and safety of your own car for a drive-thru auto show experience where you will see more than 100 of the worldโs best automotive displays, presented by world-famous West Coast Customs.
Drive-in Movies at Lakewood Center
DECEMBER 10 & 17: The City of Lakewood will offer two nights of Drive-in Movies at Lakewood Center: The Grinch and A Christmas Story. Registration early!
Christmas Carol at the Ahmanson Theater in LA
NOVEMBER 30, 2021 โ JANUARY 1, 2022 An immersive experience that is brimming with Christmas spirit. Featuring dazzling staging, moving storytelling, and 12 cherished Christmas carols, including โJoy to the... View Article
The Holiday GEM
NOVEMBER 26 - DECEMBER 19: Ring in the holidays at The GEM Theatre with a 'fun for the whole family' holiday revue, featuring a brand new story! Backed by live musicians, stunning costumes and a whimsical set; Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and a cast of talented performers close out our season in true holiday fashion! Performances Thursday - Sunday.
A Christmas Carol at South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa
NOVEMBER 27 - DECEMBER 26, 2021 A Christmas Carol, Orange Countyโs favorite holiday tradition returns live, in-person, at South Coast Repertory. From the first โBah humbugโ to the final โWassail,โ this timeless classic is sure to rekindle your familyโs holiday spirit.
Frontier Family Christmas at El Dorado Frontier in Long Beach
DECEMBER 2-5, 10-2, 17-19, 2021: Evening holiday train rides, Santa Claus meet and greets, live holiday music, food, Christmas decor and more.
Luminaria Nights at California Botanic Garden in Claremont
DECEMBER 10-11 and 17-18, 2021: Be enchanted at this Claremont tradition where the Garden glows with light for the holidays. Special holiday installations, live music and beverages/snacks for sale!
Christmas in Color: Drive-Thru Animated Light Show at Raging Waters
NOW - JANUARY 2, 2022: Drive through millions of lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music youโll hear right through your radio. Drive by giant candy canes, snowmen, arched pathways and more.
Way to Play Day / Free Developmental Screenings at Pretend City Children’s Museum
DECEMBER 10: Join guides as they highlight how to make playtime in the museum more educational. Plus, free ASQ Developmental Check-ups and speech and language screenings.ย
The Nightmare Before Christmas at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2021: Cozy up with some cocoa and head to Argyros Plaza for a movie night that the whole family will enjoy.
The Nutcracker by the Los Angeles Ballet
DECEMBER 4-26, 2021: The Nutcracker is the cityโs holiday tradition perfect for celebrating the season. Set to Tchaikovskyโs iconic score, Los Angeles Ballet stays true to the traditions of the holiday story with some surprises! Performances at Alex Theatre (Dec 4-5), Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center (Dec 11-12), Royce Hall UCLA (Dec 17-19), and Dolby Theatre (Dec 23, 24, 26).
Twilight Cinema: Drive-In Movies at Long Beach City College (PCC)
SATURDAYS, THROUGH DECEMBER 18: Hocus Pocus (10/23), Coco (10/30), Cruella (11/6), Edward Scissorhands (11/13), The Grinch (11/20), Elf (12/11), and The Polar Express (12/18).
December Events at The Children’s Museum at La Habra
DECEMBER 4, 11, 21, and 31, 2021: Join the Children's Museum at La Habra for fun, holiday festivities! Photos with Santa at La Habra Tamale Festival (12/4), Santa's Elves Workshop (12/11), Stories & Cookies with Mrs. Claus (12/21), and New Years at Noon (12/31).
Public Skate Session at East West Ice Palace in Artesia
NOVEMBER 20, DECEMBER 4, 11, and DECEMBER 20 - JANUARY 1: Public skate sessions are back at East West Ice Palace on select days. Visit their website for the public skate schedule.
Public Skate Session at East West Ice Palace in Artesia
SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 20, 2021 SATURDAYS, DECEMBER 4, 11, and DECEMBER 20 โ JANUARY 1 Public skate sessions are back at East West Ice Palace on select days. Visit their website for theย public skate schedule December public schedule: Sat 12/4 6:45pm โ 9:15pm Sat 12/11 6:45pm โ 9:15pm Mon 12/20 โ Sat 1/1 (3 sessions): ย 2pm... View Article
Holidays Around the World at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
SATURDAYS, DECEMBER 4 & 11, 2021: Enjoy live performances from local music and dance groups that celebrate holiday traditions from around the world, create your own seasonal craft, and spectacular snowfall.
Holiday Kraft Day for Kids at The International Printing Museum
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2021: Come down to the Museum for a day of family friendly holiday crafts! Activities will include letterpress printing, paper making, calligraphy, bookbinding, screen printing, and much more.
Yule-Tide Holiday Market at Ocean Institute
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2021: This holiday market will bring local makers, artists, and craftspeople together with the community for a unique holiday shopping experience filled with high quality one-of-a-kind handmade goods.
Christmas Parade in Whittier
DECEMBER 11: Enjoy marching bands, vintage automobiles, floats, dance troupes, drill teams, marching bands and Santa Claus himself roll through historic Uptown Whittier.
Holiday Events at Southern California Children’s Museum
NOVEMBER 29, DECEMBER 1 & 31, JANUARY 1: Enjoy Hanukkah Story Time, Story Time with Santa, Noon Year's Eve Party and a Rose Parade Viewing Party.
Welcome Day: Becoming Jane at Natural History Museum Los Angeles
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2021: In connection with their newest temporary exhibition, Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Jane Goodall, guests are invited for a fun-filled afternoon of activities. Get up close to local mammal specimens, meet some of NHM's animal ambassadors during live animal presentations, enjoy a guided nature walk or nature journaling activity, and more.
Free Mobile Recess – City of Long Beach
NOW - FEBRUARY 22, 2022: City of Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine's Mobile Recess Program conducts supervised physical fitness, and arts and crafts activities for ages 5-14 along designated streets blocked off for safety.
Holidays in Your Car – Del Mar Fairgrounds
NOW - JANUARY 2, 2022: This twinkling event is back! Drive through an enchanting 1.5 mile display of a million LED lights, holograms and lasersโall put together and set up by Santaโs little helpers.
Visit with Santa at Pretend City + Sensitive Santa Night
DECEMBER 8, 16, 17 & 22: Meet jolly Saint Nick, divulge your holiday wishes, and even take a photo with him! Family Autism Night & Sensitive Santa will be held on December 16.
Disney On Ice: Dream Big at Staples Center in LA
DECEMBER 16-18, 2021: Dream Big features favorite Disney friends such as Mickey, Minnie, Miguel, Moana, Elsa, Belle, Genie, and more highlighting all the magic and adventure of Disneyโs tales through world-class figure skating.
Centennial Farm Discovery Day in Costa Mesa
SELECT DATES, NOW - JUNE 2022: Tour the farm at your own pace and experience radish planting, chick education, oxen demonstrations and our variety of plants and livestock on display.
Lakewood Winter Vacation Park Program + Santa + Candy Cane Hunt
DECEMBER 20-31: Holiday activities at Lakewood parks activities will include winter holiday craft projects, indoor and outdoor games, and fun with food. Plus, Santa will make an early appearance on Saturday, December 18 at each of the parks, followed by a candy cane hunt.
Holiday Spectacular at Anaheim Hills Festival
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2021: Celebrate the season with a holiday kid's craft, photos with Santa, train rides, face painting, balloon art, and more!
Grinch Day at Great Park in Irvine
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2021: Great Park is hosting a free Grinch-themed drawing session in the morning, and a drive-in movie (SOLD OUT) showing of Dr. Seussโ How the Grinch Stole Christmas in the evening. Visitors are welcome to wear green or dress as their favorite Grinch characters during Grinch Day at Great Park.
Polar Bear Plunge at Splash! in La Mirada
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2021: Come plunge down the slides into the unheated pool. The event is $5 per person and free to 2022 pass holders. Admission includes two hours of riding down the slides, recreational swim in the heated 25-yard pool, and free hot cocoa.
Christmas in the Canyons in Silverado
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2021: Enjoy an old-fashioned country holiday in historic Silverado. Local artisans, live entertainment, photo with Santa, and hayrides ($5).
Family Events at Bowers Museum – Storytime & Winter Festival
NOVEMBER 27, DECEMBER 18 & 19: Join them every last Saturday of the month for story book reading in the galleries followed by a simple, fun art project that kids will love. On December 19, enjoy the Winter Festival with complimentary face painting, art projects, live performances, and a unique treat!
YMCA of Orange County Winter-Break Camps
WINTER-BREAK: The YMCA of OC is offering a variety of activities for your child to participate in during their winter school break. Activities: Esports Camp, Arctic Adventure Winter Day Camp, and Various Sports and Specialty camps (including Art, Basketball, Science, and much more). Each camp offers small teacher to child ratios, fun activities, and time with friends!
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