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Holiday Sewing Workshops at Sewing Lab
2025-12-22, 2025-12-29 | Sewing Lab, 3380 Cerritos Ave., Los Alamitos, CA, 90720
Holiday Sewing Workshops
Sewing Lab Los Alamitos | Los Alamitos
December 22, 29, 2025
Sewing Lab Los Alamitos offers 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, with students learning how to use a sewing machine and working on projects suited to their skill level.

Acting Out Winter Break Workshop
2025-12-22 | Long Beach
In this two-day holiday workshop, participants create and star in their own themed variety show.
Students write and perform skits, explore improv and theater games, and film their work to share with family and friends.

Winter Fun Days in Long Beach
2025-12-22 - 2026-01-02 | CA
December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026
Winter Fun Days is a drop-in program for children 5-12 years of age to be part of extended supervision recreation activities during Winter Break. Children may come and go at their own discretion. A limited number of staff will be on-site to lead recreational activities. (No drop-in Dec. 25 and Jan. 1)

Winter Break Day Camps at Code Ninja
2025-12-22 - 2025-12-23, 2025-12-29 - 2025-12-30 | CA
School’s Out, STEM Fun is In!
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.
Upcoming camps are packed with hands-on STEM adventures, including 3D printing, Minecraft modding, LEGO robotics, and more. Whether your child loves to build, design, or explore, there’s a camp that will spark their imagination and keep them engaged all break long.
Day Camps are available: December 22, 23, 29, 30
Give your kids a break that’s both fun and meaningful. Spots fill fast. Sign up today and let the STEM fun begin!
https://bit.ly/cerritoscamps
https://bit.ly/fullertoncamps
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TGA Winter-Break Holiday Golf Camp in Long Beach
2025-12-22 - 2025-12-31 | Bixby Village Golf Course, 6180 Bixby Village Dr., Long Beach, CA
December 22-24 and December 29-31
When school is out, golf is in! Kids can join TGA Golf Academy for their popular, fun-filled golf camps. These school holiday camps offer a chance for players of all skill levels to build fundamentals, stay active, and enjoy time outdoors.
Campers can choose from half-day, full-day, or “Full Day Plus” sessions, each led by experienced coaches in small groups.
Activities include:

Putting and chipping drills

Full swing and golf fitness

Rules and etiquette lessons

Course play and management

Advanced swing mechanics (Full Day Plus)

Recommended for kids of all ages and skill levels.

Lil' Chef Winter Baking & Savory Camps
2025-12-22 00:00 - 2026-01-02 00:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lil’ Chef School, 15435 Jeffrey Road, #132, Irvine, 92618
Winter Baking & Savory Camp, Week 1
December 22-24, 2025
Mon-Wed, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Three-day Winter Baking and Savory Camp! This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe and working as a team to complete each dish. Lil Chefs will get to enjoy what they make in class. Sign up for one day or all three!
Menu:
Monday – Beef Stew with Homemade Biscuits and Mixed Berry Pie
Tuesday – Pull Apart Christmas Tree, Christmas Tree Brownies, Gingerbread Cookies, and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Wednesday – Chicken Pot Pie, Santa’s Trash Cookies, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, and Snickerdoodle Cookies
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Winter Baking & Savory Camp, Week 2
Dec 29-31 & Jan 2, 2025
Mon-Tues & Fri, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
This camp is for ages 4 and up. Lil’ Chefs will bake up some fun Holiday dishes while learning proper baking techniques as well as knife skills, how to follow a recipe and working as a team to complete each dish. Lil Chefs will get to enjoy what they make in class.S ign up for one day or all four!
Menu:
Monday – Irish Chicken & Dumplings, Cheesy Potato Skins and Homemade Beignets
Tuesday – Homemade Pasta and Alfredo Sauce, Italian Wedding Soup, and Croissant French Toast with Powdered Sugar and Syrup
Wednesday – Funfetti New Years Cupcakes, Bacon Ranch Mac & Cheese, Triple Chocolate Cookies, and New Years Sparkling Slurpee
Friday – Beef Stroganoff, Cheesy Party Puffs, and Cookies & Cream Cupcakes

Skatedogs Winter-Break Camps in Long Beach
2025-12-22 - 2026-01-02 | CA
Whether you are just learning or ready to learn advanced tricks, the Skatedogs Skateboarding Camp is right for you!
Make new friends, advance skills, and most importantly, have fun in their private skatepark!
The camp includes lessons, free skate, games, competitions, and prizes! With quarter pipes, launch ramps, fun boxes, rails, and other fun obstacles, we will work with each skater’s individual skill level to help them be the best skateboarder they can be, in a fun and safe environment!

Winter Camp: December 22, 23, 26 | Long Beach
Winter Camp: December 29 – January 2 | Seal Beach
Winter Camp: December 22-26 | Irvine
Winter Camp: December 29 – January 2 | Cypress

Ultimate Ninja Winter Camp
2025-12-22 00:00 - 2026-01-09 00:00 | Ultimate Ninjas Anaheim Hills, 5462 E La Palma Ave., Anaheim, CA, 92807
Fall & Winter Camps
Ultimate Ninjas | Anaheim Hills
Winter Break: December 22 – January 9, 2025
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!
Campers are grouped by age and rotate through stations coached by experts who help them master new skills.
Campers will also enjoy free time, games, and other fun activities! Choose from half day (morning or afternoon) or full day options to fit your schedule.
Give your kids an unforgettable, active, and confidence-boosting school break at Ultimate Ninjas.
Use promo code YEARENDCAMP20 for 20% OFF!

Yuletide Cinemaland at the Heritage Square Museum in Los Angeles
2025-12-22, 2025-12-23 | Heritage Square Museum, 3800 Homer St., Los Angeles, CA, 90031
December 6-23, 2025
Join Street Food Cinema for an immersive holiday experience featuring Victorian holiday home tours, food trucks, vendors, Santa appearances, photo ops, and holiday films under the stars.
December 6: Elf & A Christmas StoryDecember 13: The Nightmare Before Christmas & How The Grinch Stole ChristmasDecember 20: The Santa Clause (Double Feature)December 21: Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer & The Muppet Christmas CarolDecember 22: Home Alone (Double Feature)December 23: Elf & Home Alone
Admission is required.

Fiesta Navidad at Segerstrom
2025-12-23 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
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.
This celebration of Mexican holiday traditions is a joyous annual tradition at Segerstrom Center, perfect for the whole family.

PCH Explorer Kids Club at 2ND & PCH in Long Beach
2025-12-23 08:00 - 17:00 | 2nd & PCH, 6400 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, 90803
Select Dates, June 3 – December 23, 2025
Families are invited to join the fun at PCH Explorer Kids Club—an ongoing series of free outdoor events designed just for kids. Each themed event features hands-on activities, crafts, performances, and special surprises to keep little ones engaged and entertained.
Events are typically held on the first Tuesday of the month, with extra dates added during summer. Activities are outdoors and weather permitting.

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 – Pre- Summer Father’s Day Edition “Superhero Training”
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 – Magic by Joe Selph
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – Red, White, and Blue Bash!
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 – Dino Discovery Day
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 – Summer Luau
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 – Radical Reptiles Animal Safari
Tuesday, August 19, 2025 – Nike Fitness Kids club
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 – Under the Sea Adventure ft. The Aquarium of the Pacific Mobile Truck
Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – Post Summer Edition
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 – Fall Edition
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – Holiday Edition
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 – Holiday Edition

Events are free, rsvp online.

Winter-Break Camps at My Gym in Long Beach
2025-12-23 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-30 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-31 12:00 - 16:00 | My Gym Long Beach, 3287 Industry Dr., Signal Hill, CA, 90755
Experience the ultimate camp adventure right in your town! My Gym Long Beach’s Camp is a non-stop thrill where fun knows no limits.
Kids dive into electrifying games, heart-racing relays, creative arts and crafts, music that sets their spirits soaring, and a whole universe of excitement. Every camp program is meticulously crafted to keep your little ones on the move and ignited with energy.
With a hassle-free drop-off, flexible pay-by-the-day choices, and unbeatable multi-day discounts, My Gym Long Beach ensures unforgettable action for both kids and parents!

Upcoming Camps
Fri. Dec. 19th
Tue. Dec. 23rd
Tue. Dec. 30th
Wed. Dec. 31st
Thu. Jan. 1st
Fri. Jan. 2nd
All 12-4 PM

Annual LA County Holiday Celebration | Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
2025-12-24 15:00 - 18:00 | Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90012
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
As Los Angeles’ largest multicultural holiday celebration, the annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration provides Angelenos of all ages an opportunity to come together on December 24, and both experience and honor the dynamic, rich cultures of the County.
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.
Make it your tradition to “Celebrate LA” this holiday season with the L.A. County Holiday Celebration.
Watch it on PBS SoCal, see it at The Music Center, or stream it live on pbssocal.org. Visit the website for details.

Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
2025-12-26 10:00 | Upper Newport Bay, 2301 University Dr., Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Every Friday, January – August, 2026
Upper Newport Bay’s long running and popular story time is back! Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. Each session will have a new story, hike theme, and craft project.
Activities are designed for ages 2-4 but all are welcome.

Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
2025-12-27 | Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park, 12247 Black Star Canyon Rd., Silverado, CA, 92676
Saturdays, March – April 2026
Enjoy a guided family hike through Black Star Canyon in the Irvine Ranch Open Space. This easy, slower-paced outing follows a mostly flat trail, crosses a dry creek bed, and offers opportunities to spot local wildlife such as red-tailed hawks and mule deer along the way.
The hike averages 3–4 miles round trip and includes a medium level of interpretation, making it ideal for families and participants who prefer a relaxed pace. Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, and bring water.

Is the event free?
Registration required. Please check with OC Parks for current information.
Where is the event located?
Family Hikes are located at different trails. See website for more information.

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Pee-wee’s Playhouse Christmas Special | Alex Theatre, Glendale
2025-12-27 17:00 - 21:00 | The Alex Theatre, 216 North Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Celebrate the quirky, campy magic of Pee-wee Herman at this one-day charity event blending nostalgia, live entertainment, and holiday cheer. The evening features DJ Shepard Fairey, a Bob Baker Marionette Theatre pre-show, a pop-up shop with limited-edition Pee-wee collectibles, and a screening hosted by DJ Lance Rock. After the film, stay for a festive concert with Tom Kenny & The Hi-Seas and surprise guests—all supporting AnimAID and Saturday Morning Cartoons United™.
Admission required.

Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
2025-12-28 | Long Beach Public Libary, Long Beach, CA
Discover a variety of free events and programs happening at Long Beach Public Libraries! From storytimes and book clubs to hands-on crafts, workshops, and cultural events, there’s something for all ages. Enjoy STEM activities, author talks, tech classes, and more—all designed to educate, inspire, and connect the community.

Sea Shanty Sunday at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
2025-12-28 | Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA
Sunday, November 23 & December 28, 2025
Sing along with the pirate band Queen Anne’s Blouse aboard the Spirit of Dana Point, a traditionally built 1770s privateer schooner docked at the Ocean Institute’s Maritime Village.
Learn sailor life basics, pick up nautical terms, and hear tales of Richard Henry Dana Jr., the local sea cave, and the 1818 pirate raid on San Juan Capistrano. Costumes are welcome, but not required—bring the whole crew for a lively, family-friendly shanty session on deck.
Admission: Included with Ocean Institute general admission.

Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
2025-12-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Back Bay Science Center, 600 Shellmaker Rd., Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Every Sunday
Spend your Sunday exploring Shellmaker Island at the Back Bay Science Center’s Community Day. Pop in anytime to check out marine life exhibits, touch intertidal animals, and stroll the loop trail for some prime shorebird spotting.
Take a peek inside the teaching and aquatic labs, visit the touch tanks, and swing by the Native Plant Nursery to see what’s growing—and maybe even help with seed collecting, sowing, or weeding.
Stick around between 12–1pm for public animal feeding and some fun facts about the creatures who call the Back Bay home.
What to explore:

Marine life exhibits & touch tanks
Shellmaker Island trail & bird watching
Teaching and aquatic labs
Native Plant Nursery tours & activities
Public Animal Feeding (12–1pm)

Free parking and admission. Open-house style—drop in anytime between 10am–2pm. No pets allowed due to endangered bird activity. Bike racks available behind the building by the touch tanks (no riding on island trails).
More info here.
**Be sure to check online to see if there are any days Community Day is not happening.

Equestfest with the Tournament of Roses
2025-12-29 10:00 - 15:00 | The Los Angeles Equestrian Center, 480 W. Riverside Dr., Burbank
Monday, December 29, 2025
Watch beautiful horses and talented riders perform drills and dances and demonstrate trick riding and roping. Attendees can also stroll through the stables, talk to riders and learn about the various equipment that the riders use. Learn about many different breeds of horses while enjoying the vendor court, displays, great music, food and drinks.

NYE Fireworks in Downtown Long Beach
2025-12-31 00:00 | Long Beach Waterfront, 54th Place and Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90802
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Spend NYE at the Long Beach Waterfront and watch the sky dazzle with a free fireworks show over the harbor.

Winterfest NYE Fireworks | OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
2025-12-31 | OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Celebrate the new year with DJ, family-friendly activities, snow play, ice tubing, ice skating, carnival rides, and a firework countdown.
Admission required.

Noon Year’s Eve Celebration | SoCal Children's Museum, Pasadena
2025-12-31 09:00 - 13:00 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Welcome the new year early with a playful morning designed just for little ones ages 0–6. Families can decorate festive party hats, explore the “ball room,” enjoy storytelling with The Sunshine Storyteller, and gather for a bubbly cider toast and confetti countdown right at noon. It’s a joyful way to say hello to 2026—well before naptime.
Admission is $18 per person (children under 1 free).

Happy Noon Year Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena
2025-12-31 09:00 - 15:00 | Kidspace Children’s Museum, 480 North Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91103
Tuesday, December 31, 2025
Celebrate the New Year early with a festive daytime party just for kids at Kidspace. Families can craft bright party hats, join a high-energy confetti dance party, and count down to 2026 at the museum’s Noon Year’s Rockin’ celebration beginning at 11:30am. The fun continues throughout the day with Winter Frolic activities, including an imaginative no-ice skating rink, dressing up a snow family, and riding trikes through a giant gingerbread house.
Event included with general admission.

Mermaid Story Time with Once Upon an Island in Newport Beach
2025-12-31 10:00 | Once Upon an Island, 118 Agate Ave., Newport Beach, California
Select Wednesdays, November 5 – January 28, 206
Dive into a morning of magic at Free Mermaid Story Time, a whimsical weekly event designed for toddlers and preschoolers. Hosted by a friendly Neverland Mermaid, this 20–40 minute story time features interactive puppets, bubbles, and age-appropriate tales, followed by a quick meet & greet and photo moment.
Grown-ups can enjoy a complimentary crafted latte while little ones listen, laugh, and play. Families are welcome to stay afterward to explore the boutique play space or enjoy sparkly A-la-Carte add-ons like mini braids and glitter gems (starting at $10).
Event is free but RSVP is required. Space is limited.
