Holiday Guide: Christmas, Hanukkah & Santa 2020: Los Angeles Co.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA — The holidays are nearing in Los Angeles County!

Christmas this year falls on a Friday, Dec. 25. Hanukkah runs Thursday, Dec. 10 through Friday, Dec. 18. And Kwanzaa is Dec. 26 to Jan. 1.

Celebrations are markedly different for 2020, to be sure. Many annual community extravaganazas were canceled throughout the Greater L.A. region this year due to the pandemic and stay-at-home orders.

But festivities still abound throughout the area as towns and organizations are getting creative with drive-thrus, virtual and socially distanced events — many with limited availablity and required reservations.

Check out our annual event guide to see what's going on near you. And Happy Holidays, from Patch!

NOTE: Bookmark this page as additional events will be added when announced.

Also, remember to double-check with organizers to confirm activities still are proceeding as originally planned as last-minute cancellations are possible.

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AGOURA HILLS:

DEC. 11-23: Letters To Santa. Little ones can drop off their letters to the North Pole.

• Recreation Center, 29900 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills, CA

DEC. 12: Santa Drive-Thru, Toy & Food Drive. Help support those in need.

• Reyes Adobe Park, 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive, Agoura Hills, CA

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ALHAMBRA:

Through DEC. 17-19: The Alhambra Outdoor Holiday Wonderland. An outdoor extravaganza.

• 1000 S. Fremont Ave., Alhambra, CA

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ALTADENA:

Through DEC. 10: Holiday Toy Drive. Toys wanted for youngsters from infant to age 12.

• Altadena Senior Center, 560 E. Mariposa St., Altadena, CA

Through JAN. 7: Christmas Tree Lane. The town tradition continues for its 100th year!

• Santa Rosa Street, Altadena, CA

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ARCADIA:

DEC. 12: Holiday Preserves Workshop: LA Arboretum. Learn to make holiday classics.

• On Zoom via Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, 301 North Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA

Through DEC. 14: Letters To Santa. Decorated mailbox is standing by for those letters to the North Pole.

• Via Recreation & CommunityServices Department, Arcadia, CA

Through JAN.: Moonlight Forest: LA Arboretum. Canceled.

• Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, 301 North Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA

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ARTESIA:

DEC. 12: Holiday Jingle Bell Express & Santa. Stay tuned for map routes.

• Neighborhoods, Artesia, CA

Through DEC. 17: Letters To Santa. Meet the deadline & Santa will write back!

• Mailboxes in Artesia Park & AJ Padelford Park, Artesia, CA

DEC. 18: Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru. Load up the family & enjoy festivities.

• Clarksdale Avenue, Artesia, CA

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BALDWIN PARK:

Through DEC. 16: Holiday Home-Decorating Contest Deadline. Categories: most creative; holiday spirit; and judges' choice.

• Residences, Baldwin Park, CA

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BELMONT SHORE:

Through DEC. 24: Belmont Shore Holiday 'Homebound Parade' Contest. Get creative for a chance to win!

• Online via Belmont Shore Business Association, 200 Nieto Ave., Long Beach, CA

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BEVERLY HILLS:

DEC. 12: Night Of Holiday Magic: Virtual: The Wallis. "Whimsical family-friendly performance featuring four, local female magicians."

• Virtual via Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA

DEC. 13: JEM Chanukah Menorah Car Parade. With menorah lighting, too.

• JEM Community Center, 9930 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA

DEC. 19: The Wallis' Digital Sorting Room Sessions Features Vocalist Audra Mae. Featuring music from the classic holiday films.

• Virtual via Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA

Through JAN. 3: 'Visions of Holiday Glamour' - Enjoy grand art display & holiday lights!

• Rodeo Drive, Two Rodeo & Beverly Canon Gardens, Beverly Hills, CA

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BRENTWOOD:

DEC.: Holiday Giving Tree: Brentwood Country Mart. Supports baby2baby.

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

DEC. 13: Skirball Center Hanukkah Celebration."Everything you’ve come to expect from a Skirball holiday extravaganza."

• YouTube via Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

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CALABASAS:

DEC. 16: Holiday Gift Wrapping Online Class: Paper Source. Up your wrapping skills!

• Virtual via Paper Source, 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelsons, 22277 Mulholland Highway, Calabasas, CA

Through JAN. 10: Holiday Road Drive-Thru Experience. Expect to see larger-than-life festive displays.

• King Gillette Ranch, 26800 Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas, CA

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CENTURY CITY:

Through JAN. 10: 'Happy Place' Holiday Drive-Thru: Westfield Century City. A most unusual & festive event.

• Parking structure, Westfield Century City Mall, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

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CERRITOS:

DEC. 15-17: Santa's Holiday Float. Guess who's coming to a neighborhood near you!

• Six routes through Cerritos, CA

DEC. 12: Santa's Holiday Island. Canceled.

• Heritage Park, Cerritos, CA

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CHATSWORTH:

DEC.: Holiday Parade & Festival. Canceled.

• Devonshire Street & Canoga Avenue, Chatsworth, CA

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CITY OF INDUSTRY:

DEC. 6: 8th Annual Purist Toy Drive. For local children in need.

• Industry Hills Expo Center, 16200 Temple Ave., City of Industry, CA

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CLAREMONT:

DEC. 11-19: 'It's a Wonderful Life' Virtual: Ophelia’s Jump. Feel-good, family entertainment. #BlameClarence2020!

• Livestream via Ophelia’s Jump Productions, Claremont, CA

DEC. 12: Candy Cane Lane Drive-Thru & Holiday Food Drive. A new holiday event from the City of Claremont.

• Alexander Hughes Community Center, 1700 Danbury Road, Claremont, CA

DEC. 18-20: Winter Stroll: California Botanic Garden. Bundle up & bring your flashlights.

• California Botanic Garden, ‍1500 N College Ave., Claremont CA

Through JAN. 3: 'Nativity Lights': Granite Creek Community Church. Free, drive-by experience.

• Granite Creek Community Church, 1580 N Claremont Blvd., Claremont, CA

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CULVER CITY:

DEC. 10: Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa. Featuring local performers & special guest Academy Award-winner Tim Robbins.

• Virtual & free to watch via Downtown Culver City, CA

DEC. 12: Holiday Food Drive. List of suppgested donations included.

• Senior Center, 4095 Overland Ave., Culver City, CA

DEC. 12-13 & 19-20: Santa Zoom Calls. Registration required.

• Online via City of Culver City, CA

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DIAMOND BAR:

Through JAN. 4: Gingerbread House Decorating Contest. Gift cards to winners!

• Via City of Diamond Bar, CA

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EAGLE ROCK:

DEC. 19: 'Sounds of the Season' Concert. Free to enjoy from comfort of home.

• Virtual via Santa Cecilia Arts & Learning Center, 2751 West Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

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ECHO PARK:

DEC. 12: Echo Park Holiday Community Parade. The tradition will continue!

• Online via The Echo Park Community Parade, Echo Park, CA

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EL SEGUNDO:

DEC. 10: Community Menorah Lightings. Enjoy lighting of giant menorahs live from comfort of home!

• Online joint event via Zoom with Jewish Community Centers, South Bay, CA

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ENCINO:

DEC. 17: Online Tasting Veuve Clicquot, Moët & Chandon: Gelson's. RSVPs due Dec. 15.

• Virtual via Gelson's Markets, San Fernando Valley, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelsons, 16450 Ventura Blvd., Encino, CA

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GLENDALE:

Through DEC. 14: Virtual Holiday Horse Decorating Contest. Deck your horse & submit the photos!

• Online via Riverside Rancho, Glendale, CA

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GLENDORA:

DEC. 9: Public Library Holiday Book Party on Zoom. "5 More Sleeps ‘til Christmas!"

• Online via Glendora Public Library, 140 S. Glendora Ave., Glendora, CA

DEC. 15: Holiday Movies & Family Trivia Night. Perfect makings for cozy night at home.

• Zoom online via City of Glendora, CA

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GRANADA HILLS:

Through DEC. 31: Virtual Hanukkah Boutique. Featuring many diverse vendors.

• Online via Valley Jewish Community Center, 18017 Chatsworth St., Granada Hills, CA

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HAWTHORNE:

Through DEC. 12: Mychal's Learning Place Santa Stroll Reimagined. Supports children and young adults with developmental disabilities.

• Virtual: Anytime/anywhere via Mychal's Learning Place, 4901 W. Rosecrans Ave., Hawthorne, CA

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HERMOSA BEACH:

DEC. 10: Community Menorah Lightings. Enjoy lighting of giant menorahs live from comfort of home!

• Online joint event via Zoom with Jewish Community Centers, South Bay, CA

DEC. 13: Community Menorah Lighting. Canceled.

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

Through DEC. 13: Sand Snowman Online Contest. Goody basket & gift certificate to winner!

• Online via City of Hermosa Beach, CA

Through DEC. 19: Beach Cities Holiday Toy Drive. Supports kids in need via numerous local charities.

• Three drop-off sites, Hermosa Beach, CA

Through DEC. 24: Sandpipers Annual Holiday Homes Tour. Featuring five homes magnificently decorated for the season.

• Online via The Sandpipers South Bay, Hermosa Beach, CA

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HIGHLAND PARK:

DEC. 13 & 24: Bob Baker Marionette Holiday Puppet Show. The annual tradition goes virtual for 2020.

• Zoom via Bob Baker Marionette Theater, 4949 York Blvd,, Los Angeles, CA

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HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 14, 21 & 28: DIY Holiday Gifts 2020- Online Class Ages 7+. Three, fun sessions to keep your youngsters busy over the holidays.

• Zoom via Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library, 7140 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

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IRWINDALE:

Through JAN. 10: Santa’s Speedway Christmas Lights Drive-Thru. Debut event with dazzling displays.

• Irwindale Speedway, 500 Speedway Drive, Irwindale CA

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LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE:

Through DEC. 10: Holiday Cheer Decorating Contest. Gift card to winners!

• Residences in La Cañada Flintridge, CA

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LA VERNE:

DEC. 19: Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru & Santa. Book soon as will likely sell out!

• City Hall, 3660 D St., La Verne, CA

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LONG BEACH:

DEC. 13: Aquarium Of Pacific's Virtual Hanukkah Event. With music, stories, puppets & it's free.

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

Through DEC. 16: Heritage Holiday Cookie Sale. Order online & support a good cause!

• Bembridge House, 953 N. Park Circle, Long Beach, CA

Through DEC. 16: 19th Annual Toy Jam Toy Drive. Brighten holidays for youngsters at MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach.

• Timmons Volkswagen of Long Beach, 3940 Cherry Ave., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 20: Streaming Christmas Concert. Features CSULB Bob Cole Conservatory of Music Winterfest Ensembles, O.C. Gay Men’s Chorus Men Alive Choir, True Brass Horn Choir & First Church’s musicians

• Online via First Congregational Church of Long Beach, 241 Cedar Ave., Long Beach, CA

Through DEC. 24: Belmont Shore Holiday 'Homebound Parade' Contest. Get creative for a chance to win!

• Online via Belmont Shore Business Association, 200 Nieto Ave., Long Beach, CA

DEC. 31: Aquarium Of Pacific's Noon Year’s Eve. Ring in the New Year with at-home fish party.

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

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LOS ANGELES:

DEC. 11-13: Jingle Bell Run For Arthritis Foundation. Annual event goes virtual for 2020.

• Location: Anytime, anywhere, Los Angeles County, CA

DEC. 13: Skirball Center Hanukkah Celebration. "Everything you’ve come to expect from a Skirball holiday extravaganza."

• YouTube via Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 20: Clara's Nutcracker Tea Party. Interactive with dancing, magic, music & crafts.

• Online via Los Angeles Ballet, 11755 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 24: 61st Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration. Free, three-hour extravaganza of music, song & dance.

• Virtual via PBS SoCal, KCET and The Music Center/Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA

Through DEC. 24: LA Dodger Stadium Drive-Thru Holiday Festival. Interactive fun with light shows, videos & snow.

• Dodger Stadium, 1000 Vin Scully Ave, Los Angeles, CA

DEC. 31: NYE Commercial Countdown. Lola Boutee Presents...Lola's Virtual Cabaret.

• Virtual via Lola Boutée, Los Angeles, CA

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MALIBU:

DEC. 10: Chanukah Menorah Lighting: Point Dume Village. Tune in online or visit the drive-thru.

• Point Dume Village, Heathercliff Road, Malibu, CA

DEC. 11-12: Holiday Drive-In Movie Nights. Canceled.

• 23575 Civic Center Way, Malibu, CA

DEC. 12: 'Merry Merry Malibu' 2020: Lumber Yard. A "Winter White Wonderland" is in newly renovated courtyard!

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

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MANHATTAN BEACH:

DEC. 10: Community Menorah Lightings. Enjoy lighting of giant menorahs live from comfort of home!

• Online joint event via Zoom with Jewish Community Centers, South Bay, CA

DEC. 13: Holiday Fireworks: Manhattan Beach Pier. Canceled.

• Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA

Through DEC. 24: Sandpipers Annual Holiday Homes Tour. Featuring five homes magnificently decorated for the season.

• Online via The Sandpipers South Bay, Hermosa Beach, CA

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MARINA DEL REY:

Through DEC. 19: Holiday Lights Boat Display. Stroll, enjoy & vote for your favorite.

• Marina Waterfront, Marina del Rey, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelson's, 13455 Maxella Ave., Marina del Rey, CA

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MONROVIA:

Through DEC. 11: Santa Tours Holiday Parade At Home. Check schedule & get ready for the Big Guy to drive by!

• City Routes, Monrovia, CA

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MONTROSE-LA CRESCENTA:

DEC. 12: BLESSING The Holidays SANTA Drive Thru. Socially distanced & free!

• La Crescenta Woman's Club, 4004 La Crescenta Ave., La Crescenta, CA

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MOORPARK:

DEC. 12-13: Breakfast With Santa. Canceled.

• Arroyo Vista Community Park, Moorpark, CA

DEC. 13: Chanukah Menorah Parade: Moorpark/Thousand Oaks. "Spreading the light."

• 6061 Gabbert Road, Moorpark & Janss Marketplace, 275 N Moorpark Rd East, Thousand Oaks, CA

Through DEC. 24: Christmas On The Farm: Underwood Family Farms. With wagon & sleigh rides and Santa.

• Underwood Family Farms, 3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark, CA

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NEWBURY PARK:

Through DEC. 20: Unwrap the Conejo Valley at the Stagecoach Inn Museum. Outdoor & socially distanced.

• Stagecoach Inn Museum, 51 S. Ventu Park Road, Newbury Park, CA

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NORTH HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 14: DIY Holiday Lantern: Online Class. Learn to make a traditional parol (Filipino Star Lantern).

• Online via Amelia Earhart Regional Library, 5211 Tujunga Ave., North Hollywood, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelsons, 4738 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Valley Village, CA

Through JAN 1.: 'Holiday Trappings & Traditions' Theatre. Eight new short plays to help us through the holidays.

• Online via The Group Rep, 10900 Burbank Blvd., N. Hollywood, CA

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NORTHRIDGE:

DEC: SF Valley Master Chorale Choir-antine Christmas. "Holiday tunes to warm your hearts, entertain & make you laugh!"

• Virtual via San Fernando Valley Master Chorale, 8113 Chicopee Ave., Los Angeles, CA

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PACIFIC PALISADES:

DEC. 18: Homeboy Industries 8th Annual Holiday CARnival. Donations sought to support intervention, rehab & re-entry programs.

• Donations online for Homeboy Industries, Los Angeles, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelsons, 15424 Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, CA

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PALOS VERDES:

Through DEC. 12:PV Juniors Holiday Celebration. Extravaganza supporting South Bay women & children in crisis.

• Online via Palos Verdes Junior Women's Club, Palos Verdes, CA

Through DEC. 24: Digital Advent Calendar: Neighborhood Church. Each day features a poem, recipe, special video or more.

• Online via The Neighborhood Church of Palos Verdes, 415 Paseo del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates, CA

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PASADENA:

DEC. 12: Jade Love Kids Foundation's Christmas Online Bingo Fundraiser. Fun prizes & supports children's education efforts.

• Virtual via Jade Love Kids, Pasadena, CA

DEC. 16: Chanukah Menorah Parade. With box of treats & police escort!

• Departs Chabad of Pasadena, 1090 East Walnut St., Pasadena, CA

DEC. 20: Getting Creative: A Winter Solstice Retreat.

• Virtual via Bonnie Wallace Dance, Pasadena, CA

JAN. 1: Rose Parade Virtual Celebration. A new "reimagined" format with bands & celebrity guests.

• Via Tournament of Roses, 391 S Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena, CA

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PLAYA DEL REY:

DEC. 13-19: Holiday LIghts Tour & Contest. Sponsored by the Westchester Mental Health Guild.

• Map-guided tour through Westchester & Playa del Rey, CA

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RANCHO PALOS VERDES:

DEC. 10: Giant Menorah Lighting. With Chanukah to-go box, latkes, raffles & more.

• On Zoom or Drive-In at Chabad of Palos Verdes, 28041 S.. Hawthorne Blvd.,Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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REDONDO BEACH:

DEC. 10: Community Menorah Lightings. Enjoy lighting of giant menorahs live from comfort of home!

• Online joint event via Zoom with Jewish Community Centers, South Bay, CA

DEC. 17: 'Winter Hats' Teen Craft: Virtual. All you need are paper towels, yarn & scissors.

• Online via Redondo Beach Public Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, CA

Through DEC. 24: Sandpipers Annual Holiday Homes Tour. Featuring five homes magnificently decorated for the season.

• Online via The Sandpipers South Bay, Hermosa Beach, CA

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ROLLING HILLS ESTATES:

DEC. 15, 22 & 29: Storytime With Mrs. Claus. Different holiday favorite each week.

• Online via Peninsula Shopping Center, 67 Peninsula Ctr., Rolling Hills Estates, CA

DEC. 17:Movie In The Park - "Elf." Sold out.

• Ernie Howlett Park, 25851 Hawthorne Blvd., Rolling Hills Estates, CA

DEC. 18-20: 1940s Radio Christmas Carol: PV Peninsula HS. "Entertaining excursion into the mayhem and madness of a live radio performance of A Christmas Carol."

• Livestream via Palos Verdes Peninsula High School Drama Department, 27118 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

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SAN DIMAS:

Through JAN. 3: 'Christmas In Color' Drive-Thru: Raging Waters. "A magical holiday experience!"

• Raging Waters Los Angeles, 111 Raging Waters Drive, San Dimas, CA

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SAN MARINO:

Through DEC. 11: Toys For Tots Via San Marino Fire Department. Brighten a child's Christmas!

• Drop-Off: Fire Station lobby entrance, 2200 Huntington Drive, San Marino, CA

DEC. 16-17: Whoville Drive Thru. Socially distanced holiday fun.

• Crowell Public Library, 1890 Huntington Drive, San Marino, CA

Through DEC. 22: Holiday Care Packages For Seniors. Uplifting effort for local seniors, but register soon.

• Via City of San Marino, CA

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SANTA MONICA:

Through DEC. 10: SM Pal's 'Best Gift Ever Drive' - Bringing much needed cheer to locals in need.

• Online via Santa Monica PAL, 1401 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 15: Community Chanukah Zoom Party. With dreidel games, treats, menorah lighting & more.

• Virtual via Chabad in Simcha Monica, 1428 17th St., Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 17: Hebrew Hillbilly ONLINE: Joyous Benefit for Santa Monica Playhouse. Starring the one-and-only Shelley Fisher (a.k.a. the Hebrew Hillbilly).

• Online via Santa Monica Playhouse, 1211 4th St., Santa Monica, CA

Through DEC. 24: Holiday Visits & Photos With Santa. Decked-out, festive atmosphere for meeting the Big Guy!

• Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, CA

DEC. 31: Annual New Year's Eve Musical Revue: Santa Monica Playhouse. Family-friendly with two time slots, including one for little ones.

• Online via Santa Monica Playhouse, 1211 4th St., Santa Monica, CA

Through JAN. 2021: Santa Monica Holiday Ice Rink. Canceled.

• Fifth Street and Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, CA

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SHERMAN OAKS:

Through DEC. 20: LIT: A Drive-Thru Hanukkah Experience. "A first-ever for Los Angeles."

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

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelsons, 4520 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA

Through DEC. 24: Santa Is Here!': Westfield Fashion Square. A socially distanced event.

• Westfield Fashion Square, 14006 Riverside Drive, Sherman Oaks, CA

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SIERRA MADRE:

DEC. 17: 'Gingerbread Jamboree To Go' - Kit supplies are limited.

• Sierra Madre Library, 440 West Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA

DEC: Holiday 'Secret Acts Of Kindness' - Share your sweet stories for a chance to win!

• Via City of Sierra Madre, CA

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SILVER LAKE:

DEC. 17: LA MADE's 'Strong Words Holiday Show' -"Turn your humbug into heart-warming, belly-laughing holiday spirit no matter what holiday you embrace."

• Online via Los Angeles Public Library, Los Angeles, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelson's, 2725 Hyperion Ave., Los Angeles, CA

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STUDIO CITY:

DEC.: 'Christmas Joy Package' Fundraiser. Supports children in Armenia or Artsakh.

• Online via United Armenian Congregational Church, 3480 Cahuenga Blvd W., Los Angeles, CA

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SOUTH GATE:

Through DEC. 16: Holiday Home-Decorating Contest. Deck your halls!

• Residences within South Gate, CA

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SOUTH PASADENA:

Through DEC. 18: Letters to Santa. Direct to the North Pole!

• Mailbox outside South Pasadena Public Library, 1100 Oxley St., South Pasadena, CA

Through DEC. 21: Winter REC-tivity Bags. Keep the kids busy. Supplies limited.

• Senior Center, 1102 Oxley St., South Pasadena, CA

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TARZANA:

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelsons, 5500 Reseda Blvd., Tarzana, CA

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THOUSAND OAKS:

DEC. 12: 5-Star Theatricals Brings The Theatre To Your Living Room. "THANKFUL: a song and dance variety show."

• Virtual via 5-Star Theatricals, Thousand Oaks, CA

DEC. 13: Chanukah Menorah Parade: Moorpark/Thousand Oaks. "Spreading the light."

• 6061 Gabbert Road, Moorpark & Janss Marketplace, 275 N Moorpark Rd East, Thousand Oaks, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelsons, 1736 E Avenida De Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA

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TOPANGA:

Through DEC. 20: ART Of Giving Annual Holiday Show. A annual tradition. Limited hours or by appointment.

• Topanga Canyon Gallery, Pine Tree Circle, 120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga, CA

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TORRANCE:

DEC. 13: Antique Street Faire Holiday Show. Get your shopping started!

• Downtown Torrance, 1225 El Prado Ave., Torrance, CA

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VALENCIA:

Through JAN. 31: Six Flags Magic Mountain Holiday Drive-Thru. Santa & Mrs. Claus will be there, too!

• Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy., Valencia, CA

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VENICE:

Through DEC. 11: Community Housing Toy & Gift Card Drive. Brighten holidays for kids in need.

• Drop-Off: Venice Community Housing, 200 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA

DEC. 12: Chanukah Silent Disco. Event combined with Shabbat Take Me Higher Drive-in.

• Outdoors at Open Temple House, 1422 Electric Ave., Venice, CA

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VENTURA:

DEC. 12: Ventura Ballet Nutcracker Live Drive-In. Two time slots.

• Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 West Harbor Blvd., Ventura, CA

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WALNUT:

DEC. 18-20: Santa’s Virtual Visits. Call to schedule!

• Online via City of Walnut, CA

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WEST HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 12: Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles Holiday Concert. Promises to be spectacular & it's free!

• Virtual via Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles. 8380 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA

DEC. 13: Drive-Up Chanukah Menorah Lighting. Each car receives Chanukah Party-In-A-Box. RSVP soon.

• Behind The Grand Menorah, 8495 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA

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WESTCHESTER:

DEC. 13-19: Holiday LIghts Tour & Contest. Sponsored by the Westchester Mental Health Guild.

• Map-guided tour through Westchester & Playa del Rey, CA

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WESTLAKE VILLAGE:

DEC. 13: Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Candlelight Ceremony. Honor loved ones at event featuring faith leaders from local churches & synagogues, prayers & music.

• Virtual via Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park, Westlake Village, CA

Through DEC. 20: Holiday Toy Drive: Gelson's Markets. Supporting numerous local charities.

• Gelsons, 2734 Townsgate Road, Westlake Village, CA 9

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WESTWOOD:

DEC. 20: Rufus, Martha and Lucy Wainwright — A Not So Silent Night. "This holiday celebration is equal parts concert and family reunion."

• Livestream via UCLA's Center for Art of Performance, 340 Royce Drive, Los Angeles, CA

Through JAN. 3: A Christmas Carol': Geffen Playhouse. "The timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge."

• Virtual via Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Los Angeles, CA

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WILMINGTON:

DEC. 19: A Virtual Victorian Christmas: Banning Museum. Includes a story session with Santa.

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

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WOODLAND HILLS:

DEC. 16: Chamber Virtual Holiday Comedy & Mixer. Fun & festive, virtual mix-and-mingle.

• Online via West Valley Warner Center Chamber of Commerce, 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA

Through DEC. 30: WonderLAnd Drive-Thru: Westfield Topanga. "A frosted, all-ages welcome adventure."

• Westfield Topanga, 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA

Through DEC. 31: Virtual Hanukkah Boutique. Featuring many diverse vendors.

• Online via Valley Jewish Community Center, 18017 Chatsworth St., Granada Hills, CA

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FROM OTHER CA REGIONS:

• Holiday Events: Christmas, Hanukkah & Santa 2020: Orange County
• Holiday Events: Christmas, Hanukkah & Santa 2020: Inland Empire
• Holiday Events: Christmas, Hanukkah & Santa 2020: San Diego Co.
• Holiday Events: Christmas, Hanukkah & Santa 2020: SF Bay Area

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