Holiday Tree Lightings & Events 2019: Redondo Beach & Nearby

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA —The 2019 holiday season is upon us in the West Side, South Bay and throughout Los Angeles County with such annual festivities as holiday boutiques, Nutcracker ballets, Santa breakfasts, Christmas parades, concerts and tree-lightings, Chanukah events and more.

Peruse the annual Patch holiday event guide, find events near you, and make your plans, as many activities require advance registration.

And Happy Holidays, from Patch!

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NOTE: Before heading out, double-check with event organizers to confirm activities still are planned and not subject to cancellations due to weather conditions or other reasons.

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ARTESIA:

DEC. 10: Holiday Decorating Contest. Don't miss deadline to show your holiday spirit!

• City Hall, 18747 Clarkdale Ave, Artesia, CA 90701

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BEL AIR:

DEC. 14: Huge Holiday Singles Soiree Ages 50+ Dinner Dancing Live Band. Delicious dinner, dancing & more!

• Stephen Wise Temple, 15500 Stephen S Wise Drive, Los Angeles, CA

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BELMONT SHORE-NAPLES:

DEC. 7: Annual Belmont Shore Christmas Parade. "Your holidays start on 2nd."

• Belmont Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803

DEC. 14: 2nd Belmont Shore Santa Crawl. Laid-back event in its second year.

• Belmont Shore/Long Beach CA

DEC. 14: Naples Island 73rd Annual Boat Parade. "The theme this year is 'Christmas Under the Sea.'"

• Naples Island, Long Beach, CA

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BEVERLY HILLS:

DEC. 6-8: A Christmas Carol at The Wallis. The most classic of holiday tales!

• Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 North Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210

DEC. 6-8: One-Man Production of A Christmas Carol Doused with EXTRA Humbug. "This production, doused with EXTRA humbug for adults (and BRAVE children ages 8+), sends audiences home remembering a cast of dozens."

• Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 North Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210

DEC. 6 & 14: That Holiday Feeling On Rodeo Drive. "Our singers will croon and our dancers will swoon."

• Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, CA

DEC. 7 & 14: Breakfast with Santa 2019: Neiman Marcus. Sweet event with breakfast, Santa, stroytiome & more.

• Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills Mariposa, 9700 Wilshire Blvd.,Beverly Hills, CA

DEC. 8: Holiday Concert At Greystone Mansion. "Hear the voices of Beverly Hills Unified School District students performing festive holiday songs."

• Greystone Mansion, 905 Loma Vista Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

DEC. 13, 14 & 21: Jolly Trolley With Mrs. Claus. Complimentary & for all ages!

• Rodeo Drive & Dayton Way, Beverly Hills, CA

DEC. 14: Happy Pawlidays. "Join Santa Claus for a pet photo-op with hot apple cider, Yule log, and holiday treats for the entire family."

• Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 8555 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 16: American Ballet Theatre Holiday Gala. One night only!

• The Beverly Hilton, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA

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BRENTWOOD:

DEC. 6: Holiday Sip 'n Stroll. With a Giving Tree for charity.

• Brentwood Country Mart, 225 26th St., Santa Monica, California 90402

DEC. 7, 14 & 21: Santa at the Mart. Complimentary photos with Santa!

• Brentwood Country Mart, 225 26th St., Santa Monica, California 90402

DEC. 14-15: The Giving Spirit’s 2019 Winter Outreach. Sign up to volunteer!

• Brentwood Presbyterian Church, 12000 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 14: EXALTED - FREE, original Christmas oratorio. "Concert of dynamic musical range, from angelic choruses to thunderous percussion."

• Brentwood Presbyterian Church, 12000 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

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CENTURY CITY:

Through JAN. 5: Holiday Skating Rink 2019: Westfield Century City. Glide through the holidays!

• Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90067

DEC. 23: Hanukkah Fest & Menorah Lighting. With crafts, entertainment & more.

• Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, California 90067

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve at Terra (Eataly L.A.). A rooftop extravaganza!

• Terra at Eataly L.A., Los Angeles, CA, 90067

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CERRITOS:

DEC. 6-7: Merry-Achi Christmas 2019: Performing Arts Center. Festive & traditional!

• Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 18000 Park Plaza Drive, Cerritos, California

DEC. 8: Holiday Celebration at Cerritos Towne Center. Free photos with Santa & more!

• Cerritos Towne Center, 12731 Towne Center Dr, Cerritos, CA

DEC. 14: Santa's Holiday Island. Crafts, music, games & Santa.

• Heritage Park, 18600 Bloomfield Ave., Cerritos, CA

DEC. 20-21: Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour. "Grammy-nominated saxophonist extraordinaire Dave Koz leads a sterling lineup of jazz greats."

• Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 18000 Park Plaza Drive, Cerritos, California

DEC. 27: Drumline Live Holiday Spectacular. "Dazzling vocalists, talented musicians, energetic choreography, spectacular lighting, and beautiful holiday costumes."

• Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 18000 Park Plaza Drive, Cerritos, California

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CULVER CITY:

DEC. 14: Allies for Every Child Winter Wonderland Holiday Party. Fun includes snow, food, games, raffles & haircuts! RSVPs appreciated.

• 12120 Wagner St., Culver City, CA

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EL SEGUNDO:

DEC. 6: South Bay Dance Club Holiday Party. "Catered buffet dinner, dance mixers, raffle prizes and ballroom/swing/Latin dance music!"

• Masonic Lodge, 520 Main St., El Segundo, CA

DEC. 24: Chanukah on Ice: Community Ice Skating. Glide around a giant menorah!

• Toyota Training Center, LA Kings Practice Rink, 555 Nash St., El Segundo, CA

DEC. 26: Chanukah at El Segundo City Hall. Celebrate with giant menorah lighting & more!

• 350 Main St., El Segundo, CA

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GARDENA:

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve At The Gardena Elks. With champagne toast & ugly sweaters!

• Elks Lodge, 1735 West 162nd St., Gardena, CA

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HAWTHORNE:

DEC. 21: Family Snow Day 2019: Common Space Brewery. With 10 tons of snow!

• Common Space Brewery 3411 W. El Segundo Blvd., Hawthorne, CA 90250

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HERMOSA BEACH:

DEC. 7: Sand Snowman Contest. Get creative!

• 5th & Shoreline, Hermosa Beach, CA

DEC. 7: Holiday Tree Lighting, Fest & Toy Drive. Day includes full entertainment line-up.

• Hermosa Beach Pier, 1 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, California

DEC. 7-8: Gingerbread House Workshops. Ideal, festive event for families.

• The Clark Building, 861 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, Ca

DEC. 11 & 18: Santa's Sleigh Ride With Police & Fire Crews. Meet Santa & local heroes.

• Various stops on two nights, Hermosa Beach, CA

DEC. 14: The California Great Santa Stroll. A FUNraiser for Mychal’s Learning Place.

• Hermosa Beach Pier, 1 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA

DEC. 22: Giant Chanukah Celebration. With latkes, donuts, performances & crafts!

• Hermosa Beach Pier, 1 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA

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HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 15: Breakfast with Santa 2019: Dave & Buster's. Make your reservation!

• Dave & Buster's, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 31: Hollywood New Year's Eve PubCrawl. "At the best Hollywood bars along the Walk of Fame."

• Cabo Cantina Hollywood, 6669 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 31: The Argyle New Years Eve 2020 Party. Ring in the new decade!

• The Argyle, 1600 Argyle Ave., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 31: NYElectric W Hollywood Hotel Rooftop 2020. "The swankiest New Year’s Eve dance party that Hollywood has ever seen."

• W Hollywood, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

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LAWNDALE:

DEC. 6-8: The Nutcracker. A family tradition!

• Centinela Valley Center for the Arts, 14901 South Inglewood Ave., Lawndale, CA

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LONG BEACH:

Through JAN. 1: 'Queen Mary Christmas' Festivities. Visit the iconic ship, transformed into a Christmas Village complete with outdoor ice rink.

• The Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA.,90802

DEC. 6: Tree Lighting & Laser Light Show 2019: Towne Center. With Santa, snow & live entertainment.

• Long Beach Towne Center, 7575 Carson Blvd., Long Beach, California

DEC. 6-21: Victorian Holidays 2019: Historic Bembridge House. Check out the different events through the season.

• The Bembridge House, 953 North Park Circle Drive, Long Beach, California

DEC. 7: Annual Parade of 1000 Lights. A beautiful tradition!

• Shoreline Marina, Long Beach, CA

DEC. 7: Annual Belmont Shore Christmas Parade. "Your holidays start on 2nd."

• Belmont Ave., Long Beach, CA 90803

DEC. 7-8, 13-14: Holiday Festivities at LBX. Fun for the whole family!

• 4069 North Lakewood Blvd., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 7-23: Aquarium of Pacific Holidays. "Lots of holiday fun for you to enjoy."

• Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA

DEC. 9: Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Rescheduled to this date!

• Terrace Theater Plaza, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 11-13: A December to Remember - Holiday Open House. Enjoy beautifully decorated ranch house, music & refreshments.

• Rancho Los Alamitos, 6400 East Bixby Hill Road, Long Beach, CA

DEC. 12: Long Beach Camerata Singers and "Christmas at Rancho Los Alamitos. "Special holiday music program for families with children ages 3-8 years."

• Rancho Los Alamitos, 6400 East Bixby Hill Road, Long Beach, CA

DEC. 14: COA Annual Christmas Party & Toy Giveaway. The entire community is invited!

• 515 East 3rd St., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 14: Winter in Willmore - Santa, Snow & Sledding. Free, festive fun!

• Drake Park, 951 Maine Ave, Long Beach, California 90813

DEC. 14: Holly Jolly Holiday Fun with The LBX’plorers Kids Club. Sign up for the family event.

• The Hangar, 4150 McGowen St., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 14: Annual Daisy Avenue Christmas Tree Lane Parade. A local tradition in its 66th year!

• Daisy Avenue, Long Beach, CA

DEC. 14: 2nd Belmont Shore Santa Crawl. Laid-back event in its second year.

• Belmont Shore/Long Beach CA

DEC. 14: Naples Island 73rd Annual Boat Parade. "The theme this year is 'Christmas Under the Sea.'"

• Naples Island, Long Beach, CA

DEC. 18: Shoreline Speakers Toastmasters "Festival of Holidays" - Free time to talk about your favorite holidays - Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, winter solstice, Christmas and otherwise!

• Ruby's Diner, 6405 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA

DEC. 21: Holiday POPS! w/The Copa Boys. The Copa Boys spread holiday cheer singing famous holiday tunes and Rat Pack standards.

• Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, 300 East Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 24: Christmas in Spain! Special holiday menu & live entertainment.

• Cafe Sevilla of Long Beach, 140 Pine Ave., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 31: New Year’s Eve 2019-20: Aquarium of Pacific. Awesome event that's not too pricey!

• Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, California

DEC. 31: Queen Mary’s New Year’s Eve. "A full evening of dazzling entertainment."

• The Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA.,90802

DEC. 31: Celebrate the New Year at Sevilla. With Flamenco dinner show.

• Cafe Sevilla of Long Beach, 140 Pine Ave., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 31: Speakeasy Fireworks Long Beach New Year's Eve Cruise 2020. Ring in the new year in style!

• 1046 Queens Highway, Long Beach, CA

DEC. 31: Long Beach Fireworks New Year's Eve Cruise 2020. Tickets on sale.

• 1046 Queens Highway, Long Beach, CA, 90802

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve Cocktail Cruise. With Hornblower.

• Hornblower Cruises & Events, Long Beach, CA

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LOS ANGELES:

DEC. 7: Loyola Marymount University Choruses' Gala Christmas Concert. "Ring in the holidays with sounds of the season."

• Loyola Marymount University, 1 Loyola Marymount University Drive, Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 6: Danny Trejo Rings in the Holiday with The Original Farmers Market. With top performers, cocoa, carolers & more!

• 6333 West 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 6-8: Ski Dazzle LA. "North America’s largest annual consumer ski and snowboard show and sale right here in Los Angeles."

• 1201 South Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 6-7: La Virgen de Guadalupe, Dios Inantzin Play. An L.A. holiday tradition with music, dance and a universal message of faith, love and perseverance.

• Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 555 West Temple St., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 7: Holiday Eats with Hannah Brown and Alan Bersten. "They’ll discuss their favorite holiday foods, traditions, fashion and more!"

• Beverly Center, 8500 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 7-8: West Coast Craft Holiday Show 2019: DTLA. The event is free.

• Skylight ROW DTLA, South Lot, 777 Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 7-8: Angel City Chorale Holiday Concert & Sing-Along. A multi-cultural event that celebrates the season.

• Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 3300 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90010

DEC. 8: Britten’s Beloved A Ceremony of Carols. Majestic performance!

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

DEC. 14: Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza Holiday Winter Wonderland. With snow, food, face painting & more.

• Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, 3650 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008

DEC. 15: Hanukkah Festival 2019: Skirball Cultural Center. Activities include workshops, stories & dazzling performances.

• Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, California

DEC. 15: Pennies from Kevan, 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk. Proceeds help homeless over holidays.

• Griffith Park, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 15 & 22: Holiday Gift Popup. Shop for those on your list!

• Karen Michelle Boutique / Destiny Candle, 1460 South Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90035

DEC. 21-22: Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. An innovative dance spectacular!

• The Wiltern, 3790 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, California

Through DEC. 30: Santa’s North Pole Village 2019: Wisdome.LA. A fantasy wonderland!

• Wisdome LA, 1147 Palmetto St., Los Angeles, California

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MALIBU:

DEC. 6: Chanukah Concert & Celebration. Performances & donuts!

• Malibu Jewish Center & Synagogue, 24855 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, California 90265

DEC. 7-8: Christmas Marketplace. Santa visits on Saturday.

• Our Lady of Malibu School, 3625 Winter Canyon Road, Malibu, CA

DEC. 11: Holiday Open House. Don't forget donation for the Spark of Love Toy Drive.

• Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu CA 90265

DEC. 14: Breakfast with Santa. Tickets at the door.

• Malibu City Hall, Multi-Purpose Room, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA

DEC. 14 & 21: Malibu Country Mart's Holiday Celebration. Live reindeer on the 21st!

• Malibu Country Mart, 3835 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, CA

DEC. 14: Traveler Holiday Outpost. Portion of sales to benefit SurfAid.

• 22941 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA

DEC. 15: Woodie Parade & Holiday Market. Annual tradition in its 16th year!

• Malibu Village, Cross Creek Rd, Malibu, California 90265

DEC. 15: 'Merry Merry Malibu' Festivities 2019: Lumber Yard. With carols by school choir & family activities.

• Malibu Lumber Yard, 3939 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, Ca

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MANHATTAN BEACH:

DEC. 7: Holiday Art Market. Handmade artwork by Manhattan Beach Parks and Recreation students, instructors and staff!

• Joslyn Community Center, 1601 North Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach, CA

DEC. 7: Free Duo Piano Holiday Recital. "A holiday gift to the community."

• Manhattan Beach Community Church, 303 South Peck Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA

DEC. 8: Holiday Snow Park & Fireworks. A holiday extravaganza!

• Manhattan Beach, CA

DEC. 17: Music Rhapsody Holiday Open House. "Come by for an unforgettable evening and watch all Music Rhapsody classes and age groups take the stage!"

• Joslyn Community Center, 1601 North Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach, CA

DEC. 23: Grand Menorah Lighting at the Metlox. Extravaganza includes latkes, donuts & a giant menorah.

• 451 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA

DEC. 26: Chanukah at Manhattan Village Mall. "With music, dancing, doughnuts and hot latkes."

• Manhattan Beach Kyokushin Krt, 3200 North Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA

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MARINA DEL REY:

DEC. 7: Tree Lighting Ceremony. Festivities include live musical show by the Venice Beach High School Choir .

• Marina Del Rey Hotel, 13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey, CA

DEC. 14:Snow Wonder & Fireworks 2019: Burton Chace Park: Play in snow before heading to boat parade!

• Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, California

DEC. 14: Holiday Boat Parade & Fireworks. This year's theme: Kids Make Holidays Bright.

• Marina del Rey, CA

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve Fireworks & Glow Party. Countdowns for East & West coasts!

• Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, California

Weekends in DEC.: Festive Dinner Cruise. Catch the holiday spirit!

• 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292

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PACIFIC PALISADES:

DEC. 6: Annual Holiday Concert – A Baroque Christmas. "Holiday favorite, Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria, followed by traditional audience sing-along of the Hallelujah Chorus, from Handel’s Messiah."

• St Matthew's Episcopal Church, 1031 Bienveneda Ave., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 7: Holiday Market at Palisades Village. An extravaganza with hourly snowfall.

• Palisades Village, 15225 Palisades Village Lane, Pacific Palisades, California

DEC. 9: The Draycott Kids Holiday Dinner & Santa. Save your seats!

• The Draycott, 15255 Palisades Village Lane, Pacific Palisades, California

DEC. 22: Menorah Lighting 2019: Palisades Village. With crafts, treats, entertainment & more.

• Palisades Village, 15225 Palisades Village Lane, Pacific Palisades, California

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PALOS VERDES ESTATES:

DEC. 15: PV Juniors Holiday Luncheon and Boutique. Funds raised support women & children in crisis in South Bay.

• Palos Verdes Golf Club, 3301 Vía Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates, CA

DEC. 15: 66th Annual Christmas Pageant. A free Peninsula tradition for more than 65 years.

• The Neighborhood Church, 415 Paseo Del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates, Ca

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RANCHO PALOS VERDES:

DEC. 6: PCC's Fourth Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. With songs, stories, cocoa & more!

• Peninsula Community Church, 5640 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

DEC. 6: The Winter Art Show. Enjoy opening reception!

• 5504 West Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

DEC. 6-7: Holiday Ceramics and Gift Show. With one-of-a-kind handcrafted art.

• 5504 West Crestridge Rd, Rancho Palos Verdes,CA

DEC. 8: Tree-Lighting Ceremony 2019: Terranea. An evening of festivities.

• Terranea Resort, 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

DEC. 15: Breakfast With Santa 2019: Terranea Resort. Three seatings with the Big Guy!

• Terranea Resort, 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

DEC. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Services at Peninsula Community Church. Two services.

• Peninsula Community Church, 5640 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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REDONDO BEACH:

DEC. 6: Challah Baking Club. "Includes everything you'll need to make a delicious batch of Challah!"

• 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach, CA

DEC. 10: A Reason to Celebrate: The Enlightened Maccabee. "A New Seven-Session Course for Women from the Rosh Chodesh Society."

• Jewish Community Center, 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach, CA

DEC. 13: Drop N' Shop. Sign up to drop off kids while parents shop!

• Ohana Dance, 2772 Artesia Blvd., Redondo Beach, CA

DEC. 14: 9th Annual HOLIDAY CONCERT, SANTA ON THE PIER & TOY DRIVE. Event is free.

• 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA

DEC. 14: Santa Paws: Pet Photos With Santa Claus. Redondo Beach police K9 handlers will be at event, too.

• Dominguez Park Dog Park at 200 Flagler Lane, Redondo Beach, CA

DEC. 14: Boat Parade and Harbor Holiday. A tradition in its 28th year!

• King Harbor Marina, 208 Yacht Club Way, Redondo Beach, CA

DEC. 15:Ray Carroll Holiday Gift Drive. Volunteer or give - or both!

Jewish Community Center, 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach, CA

DEC. 23: Chanukah at Redondo Beach Civic Center. Lots of activities & great food for all!

• 415 Diamond St., Redondo Beach, CA

DEC. 24: .Celebrate Chanukah with a Chinese Dinner & Comedy Evening. With renowned comedian and former "Roseanne" writer Monica Piper .

• 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach, CA

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ROLLING HILLS ESTATES:

DEC. 6: Holiday Boutique. Kick-start your holiday shopping!

• Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, 27118 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates

DEC. 7: Peninsula Seniors HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE. With food, fun, holiday music & door prizes.

• Peninsula Seniors Scriba Family Center: 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

DEC. 7: 22nd Annual Parade of Lights. This year's theme is Winter Wonderland.

• Promenade On The Peninsula, 550 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

DEC. 14: Santa Breakfast. Seating is limited, so don't delay.

• 550 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates, CA, 90274

DEC. 14: Holiday Celebration at Peninsula Shopping Center. Free Santa photos & more.

• Peninsula Shopping Center, 67 Peninsula Center, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

DEC. 14-15: Palos Verdes Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker. One weekend only.

• Palos Verdes Performing Arts, 7570 Norris Center Dr, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

DEC. 17-20: FREE Santa Photos. Grab your camera!

• Promenade, 550 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

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SAN PEDRO:

DEC. 7: San Pedro Holiday Boat Parade Party Aboard the S.S. Lane Victory. Enjoy a perfect view!

• 3011 Miner St., Los Angeles, CA, 90731

DEC. 14: Wreaths Across America Ceremony. The public is invited.

• American Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial and Wall of Honor at 550 S. Harbor Blvd, San Pedro

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SANTA MONICA:

DEC. 6-8: Winterlit Holiday Market. Shop for unique gifts from artisans.

• Downtown Santa Monica, 1351 3rd St. Promenade, Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 11 & 18: Pet Photos with Santa at Santa Monica Place. Your pup will love it!

• 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 13: Samohi Winter Choir Concert - 'Motus Perpetuus' - A stunning concert experience with Santa Monica High School Choral Music.

• Barnum Hall, 600 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 14: 11th Annual Santa Monica Pub Crawl. "Santa Monica’s most cherished holiday fundraiser."

• Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 14: Winter Open House + 25TH Anniversary Celebration. Celebrate 25 years of extraordinary and unparalleled fine arts.

• Bergamot Station Arts Center, Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 14: The Dollface Dames Holiday Spectacular. A holiday spectacular!

• Magicopolis, 1418 4th St., Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 22: Menorah Lighting with Sunset 2019: Pier. Don't miss the environmentally friendly Pedi-Menorah.

• Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, California 90016

DEC. 25: Chanukah Celebration & Giant Menorah Lighting. With treats, crafts & entertainment.

• Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, California

DEC. 31: Santa Monica New Year's Eve PubCrawl. Tickets on sale now.

• 2926 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 31: SHOREbar New Years Eve 2020 Party. Ring in the new year beachside.

• SHOREbar, 112 W Channel Rd, Santa Monica, California

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TORRANCE:

DEC. 7 & 8: 36th Annual Torrance Memorial Holiday Festival. "A one-of-a-kind holiday event."

• Torrance Memorial Medical Center, 3330 Lomita Blvd., Torrance, CA

DEC. 8: Lunch with Santa. Tickets on sale!

• Torrance Memorial Medical Center, 3330 Lomita Blvd., Torrance, CA

DEC. 21-22: The Nutcracker by South Bay Ballet. Fantastic event for the whole family.

• El Camino College's Marsee Auditorium, 16007 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA

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UNIVERSAL CITY:

DEC. 31: New Year's EVE 2019-2020: Universal Studios Hollywood. "Hollywood’s biggest party of the year."

• Universal Studios Hollywood, 100 Universal City Plz, Universal City, California

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VENICE:

DEC. 6-8: A Very Merry Weekend - Santa, Snow & Shopping. Different events each day!

• Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, California

DEC. 7: Sign-Lighting Holiday Celebration. Celebrate at Sidewalk Cafe!

• The Sidewalk Cafe, 1401 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA

DEC. 13: Music in the Air: A Woodwind Quintet. Free with performers with acclaimed backgrounds at the LA Philharmonic and the LA Opera Orchestra, among others.

• First Lutheran Church, 815 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

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WEST HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 8: The Nutcracker 2019: Plummer Park’s Fiesta Hall. With all student dancers & suggested donation of $10.

• Plummer Park’s Fiesta Hall, 7377 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

DEC. 14: Nick Mancini at Winter Sounds WeHo. Enjoy holiday jazz.

• 625 North San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Donation Drive. To provide local families with food & toys for the children.

• City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA OR West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station, 780 N. San Vicente Blvd.

DEC. 31: #BOOM! Costume Ball for Safe New Year’s Eve. Reserve your spot!

• West Hollywood Park Auditorium, 647 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

DEC. 31: Peppermint Club New Years Eve 2020 Party. Packed with A-list amenities.

• Peppermint Club, 8713 Beverly Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

DEC. 31: Skybar at Mondrian Hotel New Years Eve 2020 Party. "Dance beneath the stars this NYE at this West Hollywood hotspot."

• Skybar at Mondrian Hotel, 8440 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, California

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WESTCHESTER:

DEC. 15: Songs of the Season. "A choral concert of holiday favorites."

• Westchester United Methodist Church, 8065 Emerson Ave., Los Angeles, CA

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WESTWOOD:

DEC. 21: Free 'Theatre 40 Holiday Show' - With professional actors from Theatre Forty of Beverly Hills.

• Westwood Branch Library, 1246 Glendon Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90024

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WILMINGTON:

DEC. 7: Victorian Christmas at the Banning Museum. "An annual holiday tradition in the greater Los Angeles Area for over 30 years."

• The Banning Museum, 401 East M St., Wilmington, CA, 90744

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FOR FULL LIST TO GREATER L.A.: Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & More 2019: Los Angeles County

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TRAVELING THIS SEASON? THEN SEE:

• Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & More 2019: Riverside County
• Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & More 2019: Orange County
• Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & More 2019: San Diego County
• Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & More 2019: SF Bay Area

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If we missed your town or organization's holiday event, email details and an online link to susan.schena@patch.com