L.A. Live: Holiday Ice Skating
Through January 10th
Location: DTLA – 800 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, California 90015
The L.A. Kings Holiday Ice Rink is officially open. The rink is surrounded by city views and will be a memorable way to kick off the holiday season. Bring your friends or family and get your skates on, because it’s that time of year again. If you’re looking for more rinks to check out, we’ve got a list here.
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Malibu Snowfall with Barefoot Dreams
Through December
Location: Malibu – 23401 Civic Center Way, Malibu, CA
This holiday season, Barefoot Dreams is bringing the magic of winter to Californias iconic coast! The flagship store at Malibu Park at Cross Creek will transform into a cozy snow globe every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at sundown, featuring real snowfall. Step into an enchanting Malibu snowstorm and soak up the festive vibes and discover Barefoot Dreams’ coziest holiday must haves. This special series will run throughout December, creating a whimsical winter wonderland perfect for shoppers and sightseers.
The Peninsula Beverly Hills Hotel Holiday Festivities
Through December 31st
Location: 9882 South Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills
Guests are invited to celebrate the joy of the holidays through the Peninsula Beverly Hills hotel’s seasonal offerings such as a multi-course Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner, a month-long Festive Afternoon Tea, and one-time, curated events such as a Wreath Making Class (12/7), Holiday Cake Decorating Class (12/13), Kids Holiday Cookie Decorating Class (12/15) and much more. See al the details here.
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Westfield Century City: Holiday Festivities
Through December 31st.
Location: Century City – 10250 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90067
If you want to experience multiple holiday festivities in one place, Westfield Century City is the place to do it. Capture the holiday magic by taking some photos with an adorable Santa. Bring the kiddos AND the dogs to say cheese. They’ve also opened up their epic holiday day market, which is full of unique and festive finds. Explore an entire winter village in the shopping area, with snow, live performances, and more. The Wondery’s Holiday Adventure will also be avallible to attend the interatiive experience. Includes a visit with the Grinch at his Snowy Cabin, delicious treats from Alexa’s Hot Cocoa Corner, snow globe building Wow in the World style, audio magic in the Wondery+ Winter Listening Nook & more family fun!
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Holidays at The Ranch at Laguna Beach
Location: Laguna Beach – 31106 Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA
Do you love festive events and holiday cheer? The Ranch at Laguna Beach is the place to be this holiday season. Make sure to stop by for one of their show stopping holiday dining experience or other opportunities. The Ranch will offer holiday specials on Christmas Day such as slow roast prime rib, fresh seafood, sticky toffee pudding, and more. You can also ring in the new year with a special dining experience from 5:30 pm to 12:30 am: a menu featuring caviar, fresh lobster, handmade truffle pasta, and warm butter cakes. There are also some stunning seasonal cocktails are available on the menu at the Harvest for the holidays, including but not limited to the Banana Bread Manhattan, the Maize Margarita, and The Wise Men.
Holidays at Universal Citywalk: Photo Ops, Dining, & More
Through January 6th
Location: Hollywood – 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608
Ever been to Universal Citywalk during the holidays? We have, and it is one of the best places to get into the holiday spirit. Capture the perfect family photo under the Christmas tree, and spend the day dining outdoors and shopping for your family. Spending a day insde the park is just as magical and we suggest splurging on some tickets if you’ve never experienced it.
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Holiday Road in Calabasas
Through December 28th
Location: Calabasas – King Gillette Ranch, 26800 West Mulholland Hwy
Open from 5 PM to 9:30 PM every day is Holiday Road in Calabasas. You do not want to miss out on this immersive holiday experience. Tickets start at $24.99 for the family holiday event of the season. You will experience larger-than-life holiday displays, over 1000 Christmas lights, Santa and Mrs. Claus, food trucks, and even a holiday bar.
Christmas Tree Lane: Lighting Ceremony & Winter Festival
December 7th
Location: Near Pasadena – 600 E. Mariposa St, Altadena, CA 91001
Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena, CA is celebrating its 104th Annual Lighting Ceremony and Winter Festival on December 7th from 3 PM to 9 PM. Experience nearly a mile of holiday lights that light up the 135-year-old Deodar trees that line Christmas Tree Lane. P.S. If you’re in a giving mood, Christmas Tree Lane is operated solely on the generosity of volunteers, and they could always use an extra set of hands.
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Mission Inn Festival of Lights: Enjoy Dinner & Lights
Through January 6th
Location: Riverside – 3649 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501
The Mission Inn in Riverside, CA, is celebrating it’s Annual Festival of Lights this year. Yup, that’s right! The festival has been celebrating the holiday season right and will continue till January 6th, 2025. If you have never been, this is the year to go and experience the holiday cheer. The Mission Inn is home to one of the nation’s largest holiday light displays, which should be enough reason to get cozy and head out to see what all of the hype is about.
Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego: Lights, Ice Skating, & More
Through January 5th
Location: San Diego – 1500 Orange Ave. Coronado, CA 92118
Looking for a mini holiday weekend getaway? Just two hours outside of LA is Coronado Island in San Diego. The famous Hotel Del Coronado has a ton of holiday activities to get you in the spirit. They will have a tree light show, with lights orchestrated to holiday music, every night. You can catch this show from 5 PM to 9 PM every 30 minutes. After the light show, be sure to enjoy the ice rink by the sea at Hotel Del Coronado for even more holiday fun!
Lighting of the Bay and Fire & Lights Festival
Now through January 5, Every Thursday, 4pm-9pm
Location: Newport Beach – 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA
What’s a holiday season without celebration and lights? This season, the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort has the 34th Annual Lighting of the Bay and the Fire & Lights Festival. The opening night celebration will kick the season off with a bang. The initial lighting of the bay will create a magical atmosphere for guests nightly throughout the holiday season, with the holiday cheer showcasing an Igloo Bar, Fire Dancer Performances, photos with Santa, and so much more. Over fifty illuminated displays and floating Christmas trees will light up the bay. The Fire & Lights Festival will bring additional holiday experiences every Thursday to Sunday evening to keep the weekend exciting and extra festive.
Snow Line Orchard – Apple Picking
Monday – Sunday 9 AM – 5 PM PST
Location: Near Yucaipa – 39400 Oak Glen Road Oak Glen, CA 92399
Ever been apple-picking? Well, we got the perfect place for you. Bring the friends or fam and spend the whole day at the family-owned apple farm, winery, and cidery in Oak Glen. It’s a little far from LA but it has tons of family activities that include apple picking, raspberry picking, winery and cider for the adults, and amazing mini cider donuts.
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123 Farms Christmas Nights: Carriage Rides, Smores, & Santa
December 7th Through December 23rd, 5pm-10pm
Location: San Bernardino County – 10600 Highland Springs Ave. Cherry Valley, California 92223
If you’re looking for an adorable holiday date night ( and willing to travel a bit) this is it. 123 Farms brings you Christmas Nights and features festive foods, drinks, horse-drawn carriage tours, s’mores pits, a roaming Santa, and a display of over one MILLION lights! You do not want to miss out on this gorgeous experience.
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