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Candy Caneland & Craft Faire | Ehlers Event Center, Buena Park
December 13: Play in real snow, enjoy petting zo, shop over 100 craft vendors, and meet Santa at Buena Park’s Candy Caneland & Craft Faire. FREE!
Holiday Spectacular at Anaheim Hills Festival
December 13: Enjoy crafts for the kids, face painting, and pictures with Santa in Anaheim Hills! FREE!
Holiday Posada | MOLAA, Long Beach
December 13: Make piñatas, enjoy cultural performances, and join the joyful Posada procession at AJUA’s festive holiday celebration.
Posada Navideña | Paramount Swap Meet
December 13-14: Enjoy free train rides, holiday treats, Santa photos, and a chance to win a 65" TV during this lively weekend Posada.
Holiday Concert on the Pier | Redondo Beach
December 13: Enjoy this free community event featuring: live holiday music, crafts, holiday photos, and more.
Christmas with the Animals at Lions, Tigers and Bears in Alpine
December 13: Visit San Diego’s only accredited animal sanctuary to watch animals unwrap their Christmas presents. Plus, enjoy their Festival of Lights, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and visit the gift shop.
Tamalfest | W. 4th Street, Santa Ana
December 13: Sample tamales from 15 local restaurants, enjoy live entertainment, and celebrate DTSA’s biggest food festival of the year. FREE!
Daisy Parade in Long Beach
December 13: The Daisy Lane Parade began in 1953. The neighborhood decorates the grass meridian on Daisy Avenue. Catch this neighborhood parade at 5pm.
Shoreline Yacht Club’s Christmas Boat Parade | Long Beach
December 13: Enjoy a boat parade with scenic views of the Long Beach waterfront. The viewing party held at Shoreline Village gives guests an ideal vantage point to take in the parade, marina and city lights with DJ, balloon twisters, holiday music, and snow at Shoreline Village.
Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade
December 13: Watch the harbor glow with themed boats, a brilliant light show, and Marina del Rey’s two-hour illuminated parade.
Las Posadas | Heritage Park, Santa Fe Springs
December 13: Celebrate Las Posadas with music, dance, and holiday crafts. FREE!
Sunsets with Santa in San Clemente
December 14 & 20: Come take pictures with Santa Claus on the San Clemente Pier! Photographer will not be provided; please bring your own camera. Santa's sleigh departs for the North Pole promptly at 5:00 pm, so please plan your visit accordingly. FREE!
Hanukkah Festival | Skirball Cultural Center, LA
December 14: Enjoy live klezmer music, storytelling, crafts, and a community candle lighting to welcome the first night of Hanukkah.
El Segundo Holiday Parade
December 14: Watch performers, floats, marching bands, antique cars, and St. Nick parade through the street during the El Segundo Holiday Parade!
Chanukah Celebration | The Original Farmers Market, LA
December 14: Watch a menorah carved from ice, enjoy kids’ crafts and performances, and gather for a festive community menorah lighting. FREE!
Winter Wonders & Holiday Lights at Wild Wonders in Bonsall
Select Dates, December : Go on a special tour, sip on hot cocoa, and meet nocturnal animal ambassadors in the glow of holiday lights.
Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland | YouTube Theater, Los Angeles
December 17: See aerialists, acrobats, and live holiday music come together in a dazzling winter spectacular for the whole family.
Christmas Boat Parade & Ring of Lights in Newport Beach
December 17-21: Watch beautifully decorated yachts, boats, kayaks, and canoes sail along the harbor. View the parade from over 50 locations including Marina Park and Balboa Village Fun Zone.
Disney On Ice: Let’s Dance! | Crypto.com Arena, LA
December 18-21: Dance with Mickey, relive your favorite Disney stories on ice, and join a festive sing-along preshow during this high-energy family show.
A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage | The Novo, Los Angeles
December 19: Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the Peanuts gang for a musical holiday adventure filled with classic songs and festive cheer.
Snowtopia | Palm Springs Air Museum
December 19-22: Play in 60 tons of real snow, ride the holiday train, make s’mores, and meet Santa during this four-night Winter Wonderland.
63rd Annual Cruise of Lights at Huntington Harbour
DECEMBER 19 - 23: The Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee Cruise of Lights® offers 50-minute narrated boat tours through the waterways of Huntington Harbour. See the beauty of thousands of lights and animated displays on brightly decorated homes, docks, decks and boats.
Winter-Break Camps at My Gym in Long Beach
DECEMBER 19 - JANUARY 2: The ultimate camp adventure where kids dive into games, heart-racing relays, creative arts & crafts, music, and more! Hassle-free drop-off, flexible pay-by-the-day choices, unbeatable multi-day discounts.
Family Fun Night at the Marina Park Community Center in Newport Beach
December 19: Enjoy crafts for kids, photos with Santa, and the evening will include watching the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade.
Winter Wonderland & Holiday Marketplace | Ventura Harbor Village
December 20: Meet Santa by the sea, play in faux snow, and explore a festive holiday marketplace with live reindeer and cheerful entertainment.
North Pole Express | Orange County Model Engineers, Costa Mesa
December 20-21: Ride the North Pole Express, meet Santa and the Grinch, and enjoy free miniature train rides all day at Goathill Junction.
Nochebuena – A Christmas Spectacular at The Soraya
DECEMBER 20-22: A Christmas spectacular featuring Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles and Mariachi Pueblo Viejo with special guest Ximena Sariñana. The Soraya celebrates the 10th anniversary of this performance with an expanded schedule leading right into the holidays.
Holiday Snow Land | Balearic Park, Costa Mesa
December 20: Balearic Park turns into a winter wonderland with over 40 tons of snow. This time-honored tradition hosts over 1,000 people annually. FREE!
Breakfast With Santa by OC Autism Foundation | Atlantis Play Center, Garden Grove
December 20: Enjoy food, crafts, toys, and inclusive holiday fun with Sensory Santa at a festive pajama-party event.
Family Fun Day: Frosty the Snowman | The Autry, LA
December 20: Build a snowman, step inside a giant snow globe, and join a holiday sing-along celebrating Frosty’s 75th anniversary.
Polar Express Family Day | San Diego Railroad Museum
December 20: Watch the Polar Express, make holiday cards, ornaments, see Santa, and enjoy the exhibits!
Santa Paddle | Ventura Harbor Village
December 20: Paddle through the harbor with Santa, show off your festive costume, and join a joyful on-the-water procession supporting local toy drives.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet | The Wiltern Theatre, LA
December 20: Experience the international cast performing at the peak of classical European Ballet. Be transported by the magic of jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger than life puppets, and hand-crafted sets and costumes.
Tradición Navideña | La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, La Mirada
December 20: Experience folklórico dance, festive storytelling, and the spirit of a Mexican Christmas in this colorful holiday production.
Santa Visit | Kidz Town Indoor Playground, Lakewood
December 20: Meet Santa, write wish-list letters, and snap your own holiday photos during this festive family night at Kidz Town.
Naples Island Annual Boat Parade in Long Beach
December 20: Twinkling lights decorate the boats that cruise the canals of Naples. Hundreds of homes and boats are festively decorated throughout the season. FREE!
The Nutcracker ft. Tony Hawk | San Diego Civic Theatre
December 20: See Tony Hawk make a special Nutcracker appearance in a one-night-only San Diego performance with live symphony.
Christmas in the Garden | The Garden at Hannah’s House of Hope, Redlands
December 21: Celebrate Christmas with Santa visits, crafts, s’mores, and family fun in the garden at this festive outdoor holiday event.
Snow Days with the Critters | Santa Ana Zoo
December 21: Watch zoo animals enjoy snowy treats, join a scavenger hunt, and explore hands-on wildlife activities during this frosty family day.
Holiday Festival | The Muckenthaler Cultural Center, Fullerton
December 21: Enjoy live music, art workshops, and a festive makers market at this family-friendly holiday celebration. FREE!
Holiday Party for Kids | Pacific City, Huntington Beach
December 21: Features a book reading with Mrs. Claus and special appearance with Santa Claus for photos. Complimentary candy canes for children and *snowfall*, and festive atmosphere.
Winter-Break J Camps at Merage JCC
December 22 - January 2: Your child will be baking, crafting, singing, learning, dancing, and playing during these JCamp days. Choose just a few days, or all of them!
Holiday Sewing Workshops at Sewing Lab
DECEMBER 22 & 29 - Hands-on seasonal workshops for kids (ages 7 and up), each with a different project focus. The Holiday Pajama Workshop guides kids through making their own pair of pajamas, while the New Year’s Workshop focuses on creating a sweatshirt or pants. All sessions are beginner-friendly.
Acting Out Winter Break Workshop
DECEMBER 22-23: Students write and perform skits, explore improv and theater games, and film their work to share with family and friends.
Winter Break Day Camps at Code Ninja
DECEMBER 22, 23, 29 & 30: Looking for something exciting and educational for your kids this Winter Break? At Code Ninjas, your child can turn their curiosity into creativity while learning real tech skills through play and discovery. Camps are packed with hands-on STEM adventures, including 3D printing, Minecraft modding, LEGO robotics, and more!
TGA Winter-Break Holiday Golf Camp in Long Beach
DECEMBER 22-24 and 29-31: Spend school holidays on the green with TGA Golf Academy’s fun and skill-building golf camps. Kids enjoy drills, games, and on-course learning in a small-group setting led by certified coaches. Half day and full day options. Recommended for kids of all ages and skill levels.
Lil’ Chef Winter Baking & Savory Camps
DECEMBER 22-24 & DECEMBER 29-31 & JANUARY 2: Lil’ Chefs, ages 4+, will bake up some fun holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe and work as a team to complete each dish. Sign up for one day or all session!
Skatedogs Winter-Break Camps in Long Beach
DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 2: The camp includes lessons, free skate, games, competitions, and prizes! With quarter pipes, launch ramps, fun boxes, rails, and other fun obstacles, they work with each skater’s individual skill level to help them be the best skateboarder they can be, in a fun and safe environment! Perfect for ages 5-13 of all ability levels.
Ultimate Ninja Winter Camp
December 22 – January 9: Looking for something amazing for your kids to do during Winter Break? Send them to Ultimate Ninjas, where kids ages 5-13 can learn to conquer Ninja Warrior style obstacle courses, just like on TV, and have a blast doing it! Half-day or full-day options.
Fiesta Navidad at Segerstrom
December 23: One of Orange County’s most beloved holiday events, Fiesta Navidad, features the Grammy Award®-winning Mariachi Los Camperos in a concert filled with festive music and dance.
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