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A Christmas Carol Radio Show in Long Beach
The Long Beach Shakespeare Company presents the classic 1939 radio edition of A Christmas Carol.
The Snowy Day and Other Stories in Irvine
An imaginative musical play about the childhood joys and challenges of growing up. Based on the best-selling book, The Snowy Day celebrates the magic and boundless possibilities of the first snowfall! Follow Peter and his friends as they romp and play, start snowball fights and make snow angels.
Disney Junior Holiday Party! in Riverside
Join the Fox Performing Arts Center for the Disney Junior Holiday Party, a dazzling musical wonderland where children and their families can sing and dance along to their favorite Disney Junior songs plus holiday classics with their favorite Disney friends, including Mickey & Minnie Mouse, the Puppy Dog Pals, Vampirina and many more, plus a special visit from Santa Claus!
Friday Night Flix at Fashion Island
Enjoy an outdoor holiday movie under the stars and the 90 foot Christmas Tree in the Neiman Marcus / Bloomingdale's Courtyard.
The Nutcracker by Coast City Ballet in Huntington Beach
Follow Clara to Candyland with the traditional Christmas tale performed by Coast City Ballet at the Huntington Beach Historic Theater. Friday, 7 p.m.; and Saturday, 2 p.m.
Holiday Sing-Along with the LA Phil
Ring in the season at Walt Disney Concert Hall! Join in song with hundreds of fellow revelers – plus a jazz combo, a choir, and the mighty pipe organ –... View Article
Santa Run 5/10K and Kids’ Fun Run in Irvine
Wear your Santa hat and holiday costume to Orange County's best holiday run. It's stroller-friendly! Visit and photo opp with Santa and prizes for the best running Santa, best non-Santa holiday costume and best kids' holiday costume.
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker at the Wiltern
This Christmas give your family the gift of Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker! Step into a simpler time filled with sweet dreams and Christmas magic. With world-class artists, over 200 dazzling costumes, stunning sets, towering puppets and soaring birds, don’t miss your chance to ring in the holidays with this acclaimed Christmas extravaganza.
South Bay Ballet Presents The Nutcracker in Torrance
Celebrate the holidays with nationally known South Bay Ballet’s festive production of The Nutcracker. See top-notch dancers perform the holiday classic on Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m.
Southern California Dance Theatre’s Nutcracker in Downey
Celebrate the spirit of the season as Clara takes a fragrant trip around a delectable world with her magical Nutcracker Prince.
The Nouveau Chamber Ballet’s Nutcracker in Fullerton
Enjoy The Nouveau Chamber Ballet's Nutcracker, a timeless classic for all ages.
Vans Skatepark Holiday Skate Clinics
Vans Skatepark in Orange, a 40,000-square-foot facility, offers two free, Holiday Clinics on Saturday, December 14 and 21.
Fashion Camp in Tustin
Kids (8+) create and design one-of-a-kind gifts for friends and family during Santa’s Workshop. No experience necessary and materials included!
2nd Annual 22q Winter Wonderland Christmas Event in Downey
2nd Annual 22q Winter Wonderland Christmas Event at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Downey. Enjoy music, games, face painting, arts and crafts and raffles. Delicious food / bake goods and drinks available for purchase
Kids “Cookie Exchange” Baking Workshop in Irvine
What better way to prepare for the holidays then by learning how to bake some incredible cookies with extras to send home in a decorated box. Lil’ Chefs (ages 5+) will make Coconut-Cranberry Macaroons, Cinnamon Spiced Hot Chocolate Cookies and Brown Butter Cookies.
TUBACHRISTMAS in Costa Mesa
Listen to traditional Christmas songs played by seasoned tuba players of all ages, arriving from throughout the Southland for this annual event.
Winter Solstice Hike in Newport
We all know that the Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year, but most people are unaware that “solstice” also describes the specific moment when the earth’s axis... View Article
The Littlest Fir Tree Holiday Program in Garden Grove
Join the Garden Grove Main Library for a special holiday program with Literature Comes To Life featuring a presentation of The Littlest Fir Tree. Program will be followed by snack time featuring cookies and hot chocolate.
Holidays at the D.D. Johnston-Hargitt House Museum in Norwalk
Everyone is invited to the Museum for a jolly time filled with holiday entertainment and refreshments! Enjoy touring the Museum, which will be decorated just for this special occasion.
Marina Park Family Fun Night
Enjoy a fun family event for all ages, with lots of activities, dinner and an amazing view of the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade. There will be crafts for kids, photos with Santa, and the evening will include watching 110th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade from one of the most prestigious location.
A Christmas Tribute to Charlie Brown in Long Beach
Jazz pianist David Benoit is joined by the All-American Boys Chorus and Pacific Vision Youth Symphony to perform holiday favorites for Peanuts fans.
Lythgoe Family Panto’s A Snow White Christmas In Pasadena
From the producers of American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, comes an updated version of the classic fairytale. Princess Snow White joins forces with the Seven Dwarfs to defeat her wicked Aunt the Queen. In the style of British Panto, audiences are encouraged to interact, booing the baddies and cheering for the hero.
The Nutcracker at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
reat the whole family to this holiday tradition as the American Ballet Theatre returns its critically acclaimed production. Enjoy the sounds and movements of ballet and the enchantment of the holidays.
Frozen 2 Breakfast and Pajama Party at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood
Watch Frozen 2 in your favorite pjs while eating breakfast at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood.
Menorah Lighting at Fashion Island
Celebrate Chanukah at Fashion Island with singing and festive traditions! Sunday, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Holiday Festival in Fullerton
Celebrate the holiday season with family-friendly activities, live music, free art workshops for kids, an arts and crafts sale, and a special appearance by Santa Claus.
Hanukkah Celebration at Farmers Market LA
Celebrate Hanukkah with the lighting of a giant Lego menorah, music and arts and crafts!
Christmas with the Celts at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
This high-stepping spirited show presents a perfect combination of modern Christmas hits, lively Irish Carols, spontaneous humor, thrilling Irish dancing, and lush string arrangements giving audiences a most memorable Christmas experience.
Chanukah Wonderland & Menorah Lighting in Laguna Niguel
Join family and friends for a highly spirited holiday celebration! Enjoy live entertainment, crafts, and wonderful Chanukah treats – latkes, sufganiyot, and more.
Chanukah celebration aboard Battleship IOWA
Join Chabad of South Bay for their annual Chanukah celebration aboard Battleship IOWA. The community is invited to join in the fun which includes a special ceremony, grand menorah lighting, sizzling latkes, donuts, hot chocolate, music and an amazing juggling show.
Celtic Angels Christmas at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Celtic Angels Christmas spreads the magic of Christmas in an uplifting family-friendly celebration featuring holiday music from across the centuries.
Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party in Anaheim
Join Mickey Mouse and his friends at Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party, a brand-new adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and unexpected stunts!
Christmas Eve at the OC Market Place
Santa and his Reindeer will fly over the fairgrounds for the last time this year before heading to your home and then back to the North Pole for a much needed rest. Enjoy a holiday parade, tree lighting, fireworks and snow flurries.
60th Annual Free LA County Holiday Celebration
During the free event, many diverse L.A.-based artists and community groups showcase their talent, artistry and traditions on The Music Center’s iconic Dorothy Chandler Pavilion stage. The free three-hour live production features instrumental music, choral music and dance performances.
Alpine Slide and Snow Play
November - Easter: Enjoy tubing and snow play, plus take a chairlift ride to the top of the Alpine Slide where riders navigate their own individually controlled sleds. Go-Karts, mini-golf and new Soaring Eagle attraction, too.
Kid’s 2 Day Cooking Class in Costa Mesa
Young chefs will bake, design and decorate their own cake which they'll take home along with a packet of recipes. Designed for kids ages 7-11, this series will make your little chef more competent and confident in the kitchen.
Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Irvine Spectrum Center
Join the Irvine Spectrum to celebrate Hanukkah with music and festive traditions at the annual Menorah Lighting, hosted by the Chabad of Irvine.
LEGOS at the Library in Seal Beach
Calling all inspired builders and creators! Enjoy building with the Libraries large LEGO and DUPLO collections to make fun creations.
Winter Camp at the Beach at Cayton Children’s Museum in Santa Monica
Join the Cayton Children's Museum for Winter Camp at the Beach! Campers will explore different ways to bring traditional winter activities to their coastal setting. There will be fake snow, kinetic sand, and sledding and surfing experiments. Plus, build beach and snow forts!
Parents Night Out – New Year’s Celebration with Lil’ Chefs
Join Lil' Chefs for a pre-New Year's Celebration! Lil’ Chefs will make their own pizza and yummy snickerdoodle cookies. Play games then have a pre-New Year's Celebration with hats, blowers and New Year’s Party Punch to drink!
Snow Days at Kidspace Museum in Pasadena
Play in real snow, build your own snowman friend, perfect your snowball making skills, and make snow angels. Plus meet Jack Frost for storytime and see live performances daily.
New Year’s Eve Musical Revue in Santa Monica
A buffet supper starts off the night, then it’s “on with the show!” as Actors’ Repertory Theatre brings you a highly entertaining, family-friendly musical revue with prizes, sing-a-long songs, streamers, noisemakers, sparkling cider, dancing in the aisles, humor and other delights.
New Year’s Eve at Universal Studios
Be part of Hollywood’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebration at Universal.
New Year’s Eve at Knott’s Merry Farm
The countdown to the New Year is on at Knott’s Merry Farm with special fireworks, live entertainment, and special extended hours for the one-night event.
Kidseum New Year’s Eve Bash at Bowers Museum
New Year’s Eve isn’t just for adults- head to Kidseum for a kid-friendly countdown! Families will enjoy complimentary face painting and craft stations where they can make their own disco balls, confetti poppers, and even noise makers during this kid-centric celebration.
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at Newport Library
Can't stay up late but still want to celebrate? Come to the Newport Central library for their Noon Year's Eve Celebration with crafts and fun as you count down to noon!
NYE at Winter Fest OC in Costa Mesa
December 31: Ring in the New Year not once, but twice, with a special countdown, Orange Ball drop, fireworks and an unforgettable balloon drop at both 6pm and midnight. Multiple live bands will be playing to commemorate the end of the year, and the start of a new one.
First Night Fullerton NYE Celebration
The City of Fullerton will be celebrating the 28th anniversary of the annual “First Night Fullerton” on Tuesday, December 31, from 7 p.m. to midnight. The alcohol-free event will include four live bands, a kids' corner, food, roaming entertainment and a fireworks show at midnight.
Disney on Ice: Mickey’s Search Party in Ontario
Join Mickey Mouse and his friends at Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party, a brand-new adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and unexpected stunts!
Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena
The 131st Rose Parade features floral floats, spirited marching bands and high-stepping equestrian units along the 5.5-mile route down Colorado Boulevard. Experience the magic of New Year’s Day in an unrivaled celebration.
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