A Christmas Carol Radio Show in Long Beach

The Long Beach Shakespeare Company presents the classic 1939 radio edition of A Christmas Carol.

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Location:
Helen Borgers Theatre 4250 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
$12.50

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.

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Location:
Irvine Barclay Theatre 4242 Campus Dr., Irvine, CA
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Cost:
$20

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!

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Location:
Fox Performing Arts Center 3801 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside
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Cost:
$25 – $70

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

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Walt Disney Concert Hall 111 S Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA
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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.

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Location:
Hicks Canyon Elementry School 3817 Viewpark Ave., Irvine
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Cost:
$15 – $42

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. 

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Location:
The Wiltern 3790 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles
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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.

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Location:
El Camino College 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA
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Cost:
$24 – $36

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!

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Location:
The District at Tustin Legacy 2437 Park Ave., Tustin
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Cost:
$35

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

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Location:
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 13200 Columbia Way, Downey
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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.

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Location:
OC Fair & Event Center 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Cost:
Free

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

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Upper Newport Bay 2301 University Dr., Newport Beach, CA
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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.

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Location:
Garden Grove Main Library 11200 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove
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Cost:
Free

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.

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Location:
D.D. JOHNSTON-HARGITT HOUSE MUSEU 12426 Mapledale St., Norwalk
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Cost:
Free

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.

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Location:
Marina Park Sailing Center 1600 W. Balboa Boulevard
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Cost:
$15 – $25

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.

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Location:
Carpenter Performing Arts Center 6200 E Atherton St., Long Beach
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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.

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Pasadena Convention Center 300 E. Green Street, Pasadena
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Cost:
$28

Menorah Lighting at Fashion Island

Celebrate Chanukah at Fashion Island with singing and festive traditions! Sunday, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

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Location:
Fashion Island 401 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach
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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.

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Location:
The Muckenthaler Cultural Center 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton
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Cost:
Free

Hanukkah Celebration at Farmers Market LA

Celebrate Hanukkah with the lighting of a giant Lego menorah, music and arts and crafts!

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Location:
Los Angeles Farmers Market 6333 West Third Street, Los Angeles
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Cost:
Free

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.

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Location:
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA
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Cost:
$16

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.

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Location:
Laguna Niguel City Hall 30111 Crown Valley Pkwy., Laguna Niguel
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Cost:
Free

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. 

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Location:
Battleship USS Iowa 250 S. Harbor Blvd., Berth 87, San Pedro, CA
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Cost:
Free

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.

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Location:
OC Fair & Event Center 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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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.

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Location:
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA
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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.

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Location:
Sur La Table South Coast Plaza 3333 Bear St Suite 110, Costa Mesa
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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.

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Location:
Costa Mesa/Mesa Verde Library 2969 Mesa Verde Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Cost:
Free

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!

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Location:
Clayton Children's Museum 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica
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Cost:
$105

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.

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Location:
Santa Monica Playhouse 1211 4th Street, Santa Monica
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Cost:
$29.50 – $69.50

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.

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Location:
Knott's Berry Farm 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park
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Cost:
$64

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.

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Location:
Bowers Museum 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA
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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!

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Location:
Newport Beach Central Library CA
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Cost:
Free

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.

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Location:
OC Fair & Event Center 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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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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