Holiday Events in the Los Angeles Area
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Los Angeles KidsOutAndAbout Holiday Newsletter Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
The holiday season is filled with fun throughout our area for the next several weeks! Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's bring the community together in a vibrant celebration of joy and tradition. Here is your master guide to the holidays, including events, concerts, activities, Christmas tree farms, and more! From
dazzling light displays to festive markets, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Gather with family and friends to create lasting memories and experience the spirit of the season. You'll see right below my signature a link to our HUGE list of ideas for local fun: 101 of them! Scan the list below, then bookmark the 101 list as your go-to resource for this holiday season!
Happy Holidays!
—Debra Ross, publisher |
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KidsOutAndAbout.com's big list of 2025 holiday events for the Los Angeles area: Christmas concerts, lights, trees, nativities, and more. . . plus activities for Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's Eve.
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Join MUSYCA Children’s Choir! This holiday season, give your child the gift of music, confidence, and community with Los Angeles’ premier youth choral program. At MUSYCA, young singers grow their talents in a fun, supportive environment led by world-class music educators who help each student succeed and nurture a lifelong love of singing. Our students enjoy once-in-a-lifetime performance and recording opportunities that inspire and excite—singing at prestigious venues, recording for film and TV, and collaborating with leading artists. With ensembles for ages 4–18, there’s a perfect place for every young singer to shine and find their voice. Enrollment for the new season is now open—come sing with us!
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The Los Angeles area offers a delightful selection of Christmas tree farms that bring the magic of the holiday season to life. Families can enjoy the cherished tradition of selecting the perfect tree while exploring picturesque landscapes and engaging in festive activities. From charming local farms to larger operations, each location provides a unique experience, complete with hayrides, hot cocoa, and seasonal treats. Many farms also host holiday events, making it easy to create lasting memories with loved ones. Whether you’re looking for a classic fir or a unique spruce, the Christmas tree farms around Los Angeles promise to make your holiday celebrations truly special.
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L.A. Zoo Lights is L.A.’s wildest holiday tradition. Guests immerse themselves in a dazzling world of lantern sculptures and lights, with exciting new elements that will delight and entertain the entire family. In 2025 the event brings guests through a holiday themed wonderland; the weird and wonderful world of plants and pollinators featuring larger than life birds, butterflies, insects and flowers; glowing lanterns depicting wildlife of Southeast Asia; and an African landscape that includes representation of the continent’s iconic regions and wildlife, all illuminated by spectacular sculptural lights.
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Bring the little ones to sit with Santa and hear favorite holiday stories read aloud by Santa’s Head Elf and Mrs. Claus! Happening at the Santa Set on Level 1, near Nordstrom.
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Santa Anita Park | Nov 21 – Dec 28: Step into a holiday adventure filled with dazzling light displays, festive treats, and joyful moments for all ages. Step into 10 acres of holiday wonder—featuring the World’s Largest Light Maze, a sparkling ice skating trail, live entertainment, and more. Enchant is an immersive experience weaving magic into its every corner, perfect for joyful seasonal celebrations. Wander our Village of tiny storefronts featuring artisan vendors, specialty crafters, and boutiques - perfect for holiday gift gathering.
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Join us for a joyful day of giving back to the animals at Pasadena Humane at our holiday crafting workshop between 10 AM and 1 PM! During your time with us, you will take part in a drop-in style crafting experience. We will provide all the supplies you need to create cozy beds, fun toys, and festive gifts for the cats and dogs in our care. These handmade creations will be added to the animals' stockings and opened on Christmas morning! You will also get to make a holiday-themed craft to take home.
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Give your kids a winter break to remember while you finish up your holiday shopping and planning! Kids Takeover Winter Camps keep children active, social, and smiling with sports, games, and creative fun — led by qualified, friendly coaches. Make the most of the holidays with our Kids Takeover Winter Break Camps, designed to keep kids active, engaged, and having fun while parents get time to prepare for the season. Whether you’re finishing last-minute shopping, wrapping gifts, or just need a breather — we’ve got you covered!
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Give your kids a winter break to remember while you finish up your holiday shopping and planning! Kids Takeover Winter Camps keep children active, social, and smiling with sports, games, and creative fun — led by qualified, friendly coaches.
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KidsOutAndAbout's list of family-friendly New Year's activities in the Los Angeles area
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Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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