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  • Celebrating Diwali

    Pretend City Children's Museum 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA

    Come celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights! Dance along to upbeat Indian music, then make and decorate your own diya, a traditional oil lamp, to take home and shine bright.

  • Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa Arrival

    2nd & PCH 6400 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA, United States

    2nd & PCH’s annual Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa Arrival kicks off the holiday season on Nov. 19. Take in live music, family-friendly activities and a grand fireworks finale with Santa’s arrival at the Long Beach shopping center.

  • Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration

    Rodeo Drive 328 N Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, CA, United States

    Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration returns to Beverly Hills for its grand kickoff on Nov. 19. Enjoy live entertainment, the arrival of Santa Claus and a fireworks finale as all three blocks of Rodeo Drive light up for the holidays.

  • Enchant Christmas

    Santa Anita Park 285 W Huntington Dr., Arcadia, United States

    Get your fill of holiday merriment at Enchant Christmas from Nov. 20–Dec. 27 at Santa Anita Park. This interactive, story-driven holiday experience features more than 10 acres of immersive light installations, an ice-skating trail, live entertainment, a holiday marketplace, food and drinks, visits with Santa and photo ops around every corner.

  • Winter Fest OC

    Orange County Fair and Event Center 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, United States

    Winter Fest OC is back at the Orange County Fair and Event Center from Nov. 27–Jan. 3. SoCal’s largest winter festival has it all: holiday lights, an ice-skating rink, carnival rides, visits with Santa, seasonal treats and live entertainment. But the highlight is the snow play area, featuring real snow, ice tubing, a snow carousel, […]

  • Can’t Wait For Santa™ — A Holiday Concert & Play-DOH Drive

    Barnsdall Gallery Theatre 4800 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

    Singer and entertainer Monet Bagneris brings the joy and anticipation of Christmas to the stage in Can’t Wait for Santa™—A Holiday Concert & PLAY-DOH Drive. Inspired by Bagneris’ infectious 2025 holiday song “Can’t Wait for Santa,” this family-centered concert experience combines original music, beloved holiday selections, live musicians, featured performers, theatrical storytelling and festive surprises. […]

  • Holidayfest

    The Shops on the Lake 345 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena, CA, United States

    Holidayfest returns to the South Lake Avenue District of Pasadena for a day of merriment and wonder at Santa's Village where you can get photos with Santa, listen to music, enter a raffle and enjoy holiday airbrush art, at the Holiday Artisan Market where you can shop handmade goods and decorate Christmas cookies, the Winter […]

  • Holiday Family Overnight aboard Battleship IOWA

    Pacific Battleship Center - Battleship USS Iowa 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA, United States

    Spend the holidays somewhere unforgettable, aboard Battleship IOWA with front row seats to the Harbor Holiday Afloat Parade right from the ship. Kids ages 6 and up are invited to enjoy dinner and dessert on the historic mess decks, a two-hour behind-the-scenes guided tour, a night sleeping in real sailor bunks ("racks"), breakfast on board […]

  • Pictures with Santa

    Pretend City Children's Museum 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA

    Santa is coming to Pretend City! Families can stop by for a special photo with Santa to celebrate the holiday season.

  • Skate Into Winter Community Fest

    Westside Neighborhood School 5340 Alla Road, Los Angeles, CA

    Join WNS for Skate into Winter Community Fest, a playful winter celebration designed especially for children in or approaching the Developmental Kindergarten and Kindergarten years. Families from WNS and the wider community are invited to enjoy a fun-filled morning of winter-themed activities, hands-on exploration, creative play and opportunities to connect with new friends. Building on […]

  • Holiday Festival of Lights

    Pretend City Children's Museum 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA

    Santa is coming to Pretend City! Families can stop by for a special photo with Santa to celebrate the holiday season.

  • Stories and Cookies with Mrs. Claus

    Pretend City Children's Museum 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA

    Get cozy at Pretend City for a special Storytime with Mrs. Claus! She’s stopping by from the North Pole to share her favorite holiday stories, take photos, and enjoy cookies together. It’s the perfect way to “sleigh” the season and make sweet memories with your family.