Community Corner
Holiday Event Guide: Eagle Rock & Nearby 2018
When & where to find Christmas tree lightings, Chanukah festivals, Nutcrackers, Santa breakfasts, parades, concerts, ice rinks and more.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA – Ho-ho-ho! Holiday time is here! Make the most of it, and enjoy community events that abound throughout your town and the Los Angeles region.
Peruse our annual event guide -- a round-up of the region's top festivities.
And Happy Holidays, from Patch!
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BEVERLY HILLS:
DEC. 8-9, 15-16, 19-23: "It's Holiday Time in PaleyLand" at Paley Center. Crafts, screenings & pose with Candy Cane Forest or life-size menorah, plus visits from Santa!
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DEC. 9: Holiday Concert & Mayor As Santa. With local school choirs.
DEC. 15: Happy Pawlidays! For kids, pets & whole family at Sofitel Los Angeles.
DEC. 25: Celebrate Christmas with Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Divine menu!
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CENTURY CITY:
DEC. 8, 15: Cocoa With Santa 2018: Westfield Century City. Treats, pictures, crafts & gifts!
DEC. 9, 16, 22-23: The Greatest Holiday Showman! A mini-musical for ages 3 and up.
DEC. 9, 16, 22-23: The Nutcracker Mini-Musical. one hour, immersive & interactive.
DEC. 14: Holiday Wine Festa: Eataly Los Angeles, Westfield Century City. A unique tasting event.
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EAGLE ROCK:
DEC. 12: Kids Winter Wonderland Photo Booth with Green Screen. Fun at the library for youngsters.
DEC. 17-21: Winter Arts Camp. For budding artists 6-11.
DEC. 21: Winter Solstice Sound Bath. A unique event to embrace the winter season!
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ECHO PARK:
DEC. 8: Echo Park Community Parade. A local tradition.
DEC. 8-9: Holiday Echo Park Craft Fair 2018: Silver Lake. With artists from around the world.
DEC. 14: Dinner with Santa . Registration required.
DEC. 15: Wreath Making Class. Save your spot!
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GLENDALE:
DEC. 9: "Rejoice and Be Merry" free community Christmas concert. With Handbell Choir and sing-along caroling.
DEC. 9: Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration at Forest Lawn. Free, very authentic ceremony.
DEC. 21-23: Los Angeles Youth Ballet's Acclaimed Production of The Nutcracker. A magical production with tickets starting at $25.
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HIGHLAND PARK:
DEC. 9: Tree Lighting & Santa . Cocoa, music & treats for the kids.
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HOLLYWOOD:
DEC. 8: JOLLYWOOD: A free holiday pop-up party.
DEC. 15: Breakfast with Santa 2018: Dave & Buster's. Includes DIY ornament & cocoa station.
DEC. 31: 10th Annual Cleopatra's 2019 LA New Year's Eve Ball. At The Egyptian Theater Courtyard
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LOS ANGELES:
DEC. 8: LMU Choruses Present Annual Gala Christmas Concerts. Gala concerts with Loyola Marymount University choruses.
DEC. 9: Hanukkah Festival. At Zimmer Children's Museum.
DEC. 12: Angel City Chorale Holiday Concert 25th Anniversary Celebration. A holiday treat for the whole family.
DEC. 12, 13 & 18: Grand Performances Holiday Shows 2018: California Plaza. Great way to spend your lunch hour!
Through JAN. 6: L.A. Zoo Lights Happening at the L.A. Zoo. A not-be-missed preeminent holiday event!
Through Jan. 6: Reindeer Romp Happening at the L.A. Zoo. See real reindeer at "Reindeer Village" habitat.
Through JAN. 6: Fa La Land. A festive pop-up museum!
Through JAN. 21: Holiday Ice Rink 2018-19: Pershing Square. Enjoy gliding through the holidays under the sun & stars.
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PASADENA:
DEC. 8: Old Pasadena Yappy Holidays. Seasonal wonderland for pups!
DEC. 9: 11th Annual Festival of Jewish Music. Concert followed by followed by hors d'oeuvres reception.
DEC. 9 & 16: Los Angeles Children's Chorus Presents Annual Winter Concert. One of world's leading children's choirs celebrates holidays with annual Winter Concert.
DEC. 15: Holiday Candlelight. "Pasadena's most sought-after holiday concert."
DEC. 15-30: Lythgoe Family Panto's THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ. An updated version of a beloved classic.
DEC. 26-28: Rose Bowl Stadium Holiday Public Tours. Go behind the scenes!
DEC. 29-30: Tournament of Roses Bandfest 2018: Robinson Stadium. Three events.
DEC. 31: NOON Year's Eve Party. Whoop it up at Southern California Children's Museum.
JAN. 1: 3rd Annual Rose Parade Celebration. Stress-free experience with exclusive inside seating, a light continental breakfast.
JAN. 1: 130th Rose Parade 2019. "The magic of New Year's Day in an unrivaled celebration."
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SAN MARINO:
DEC. 15: DIY Gingerbread House Decorating 2018: Library. Back by popular demand, and space is limited.
JAN. 1:New Year’s Day Breakfast Buffet at The Huntington. Ring in your new year in style!
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SILVER LAKE:
DEC. 8-9: Holiday Echo Park Craft Fair 2018: Silver Lake. With artists from around the world.
DEC. 15: Holiday In The Park with Mickey & Friends. Free with arts, crafts & games.
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SOUTH PASADENA:
DEC. 8: Woman's Club Holiday-Christmas Boutique. A great event with Santa, too !
DEC. 8: Breakfast With Santa . Book your seats. Kids under 2 are free.
Through DEC. 16: 'Elf Jr. The Musical' - A community show back by popular demand!
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UNIVERSAL CITY:
Through JAN. 6: Christmas: Harry Potter World & Grinchmas 2018: Universal Studios. Holidays in Hogsmeade and Who-ville!
DEC. 31: New Year's EVE Universal Studios Hollywood. The biggest New Year's Eve party is back!
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WEST HOLLYWOOD:
DEC. 8: 'Winter Sounds' Free Classical Music Concert. Seating is limited.
Through DEC. 15: Bluemercury Holiday Shopping Party. At Melrose Store.
DEC. 16: Hanukkah Holiday Celebration with Avanti Ballet. "A show with children dancing, singing and playing music."
Through DEC. 21: 28th Annual Toy & Food Drive. Sponsored by city & sheriff's station.
DEC. 31: #BOOM! Alcohol &Drug-Free New Year's 2018. "The premiere alcohol- and drug-free New Year's Eve party."
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FOR PATCH'S ENTIRE LA COUNTY HOLIDAY GUIDE: Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & Events: L.A. County 2018
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If we missed your organization's or city's event, email details and online links to susan.schena@patch.com
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TRAVELING OVER THE HOLIDAYS?
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