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Cirque Musica Holiday Spectacular in Anaheim
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12: This all-new production will feature some of the greatest holiday songs of all time performed with the world-renowned cast of Cirque Musica.
Dinosaur Train Day at Children’s Museum at La Habra
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13: Meet and greet with Buddy the Dinosaur from PBS's Dinosaur Train! The event also features dinosaur experts from Ralph Clark Park, crafts, story time, and more.
Griffith Park 125th Anniversary Celebration
NOVEMBER 13: To celebrate Griffith Park’s 125th anniversary, the Autry Museum will be free today. Visitors have the opportunity to see the exhibition Investigating Griffith Park and join special programs all connected to L.A.’s favorite park.
Portrait Power Family Day at The Huntington
NOVEMBER 13: Explore the power of portraits at The Huntington with art activities that are fun for the whole family. Experience Kehinde Wiley’s Portrait of a Young Gentleman in the Thornton Portrait Gallery, make your own self-portrait collage (while supplies last), and strike a pose at our portrait selfie station.
Day Out With Thomas at SoCal Railway Museum in Perris
NOVEMBER 6, 7, 11, 13 & 14: Thomas, Percy, and Sir Topham Hatt are coming to Southern California Railway Museum! Take a ride behind Thomas and Percy, enjoy photo ops, live music, petting zoo, balloon twister, and more!
America Recycles Day
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15: Join Discovery Cube and OC Waste & Recycling in pledging to always reduce, reuse, and recycle so we can continue to preserve our planet for future generations.
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 Harbor’s 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
Disney’s Encanto Nights at South Coast Botanic Garden’s GLOW
NOVEMBER 21-23, 2021: Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Encanto Nights at GLOW will feature a special pop-up experience to introduce you to Casa Madrigal. Enjoy hands-on activities and a picture-perfect installation inspired by Disney’s upcoming movie, Encanto.
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.
Thanksgiving Week Rock Climbing Camps – Sender One in Santa Ana and LA
NOVEMBER 22-24: Looking for something fun and health-conscious to do for your child this season? Sign up for Sender One's 3-day rock climbing camp! Activities include rope climbing, bouldering, games, zip line, king swing, slackline, and Sender City.
Pomegranate Days at the Oasis Camel Dairy in Ramona
NOVEMBER 26-28, 2021: Enjoy an open farm tour, feed the camels and mini sheep, and see a fun live show featuring talking parrots, pardoned racing turkeys, and more. Camel rides available for purchase.
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 Tchaikovsky’s 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.
Monthly Park Cleanup – El Dorado Regional Park in Long Beach
OCTOBER 23 & NOVEMBER 27: Help to protect wildlife and beautify the largest park in Long Beach. All ages welcome!
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.
Holiday Open House at Rancho Los Alamitos
DECEMBER 3-5: In the early 1900s, the Bixby family hosted the ranch’s community of workers, families, and friends for a big Christmas party. And now you’re invited! Bring your family and friends for a festive afternoon at Rancho Los Alamitos. Tour the decorated Ranch House, get creative with crafts for kids, and enjoy music and light refreshments. Free. Parking reservations required.
One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure at Mt. SAC Planetarium
Big Bird, Elmo and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu, take viewers on a 30-minute journey of discovery to learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the Sun, and the Moon. Recommended for preschool age kids Tickets available online. Click here!
Christmas Parade in Seal Beach
DECEMBER 3: Floats, cars, wagons, strollers, bikes, boats, bands, and animals will all be part of the parade this year, along with the arrival of Santa Claus on Main Street!
Santa’s Jolly Trolley & Tree Lighting – City of Dana Point
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2021: Come see Santa as he rides on the Jolly Trolley with his elves from the City of Dana Point Recreation Division! The Jolley Trolley will be making stops to four parks. At the last stop, La Plaza Park, the annual tree lighting ceremony will be held with carolers, hot chocolate, and cookies.
Cruise-In with the Clauses at The Zimmerman
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2021: Cruise-In with the Clauses, enjoy Victorian Christmas Carolers, a Hot Wheels Raffle, and photo opportunities with Santa & Mrs. Claus. Donate unopened toys, savor $3 sundaes, and enjoy all the vintage, classic, and custom automobiles!
The Nutcracker Ballet at La Mirada Theatre
DECEMBER 4-5, 2021: Join La Mirada Theatre this holiday season as the lights fade, the music swells, snowflakes fall, flowers waltz and a young girl dreams about a magical sweet-filled world in the charming and magical The Nutcracker Ballet.
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.
Boat Rides with Santa at Dana Point Harbor
DECEMBER 4 & 5: Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching will host Boat Rides with Santa on Saturday, December 4 and Sunday, December 5. $5 donation. Register early. This event sells out.
City of La Mirada Chili Holiday
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2021: Festivities include live entertainment, holiday crafts, coffee and hot chocolate, cookies, and of course, chili! Enjoy snow sledding, take a photo with Santa, and ride the holiday train through a winter wonderland.
Corona del Mar Christmas Walk
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2021: Festivities include live entertainment, Santa visits and snapshots, vendor gifts, children's activities, and more.
Holiday Open House at Homestead Museum
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2021: You and your family can explore Christmas in the 1920s as you wander the first floor of this beautiful home. Take photos, hear holiday music, visit with Santa, sit-in for a story, or make a craft during your visit to enjoy these beautiful historic decorations.
Chanukah in the Air – Lighting a Giant Candy Menorah
DECEMBER 5: Enjoy trampoline jumping with a special area for younger kids, plus donuts and chocolate coins!
Hanukkah Festival at Skirball Cultural Center
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2021: Watch Skirball Storytellers recount the age-old story of Hanukkah, create a one-of-a-kind art project, enjoy classic Hanukkah treats and holiday drinks, and celebrate community with a joyous sunset candle lighting.
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 Disney’s 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 we’ll 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.
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 you’ll 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.
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.
Public Skate Session at East West Ice Palace in Artesia
SATURDAYS, NOVEMBER 20, 2021 SATURDAYS, 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 December public schedule: Sat 12/4 6:45pm – 9:15pm Sat 12/11 6:45pm – 9:15pm Mon 12/20 – Sat 1/1 (3 sessions): 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.
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.
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 lasers–all put together and set up by Santa’s little helpers.
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 Disney’s tales through world-class figure skating.
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!
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!
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).
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.
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