Malibu Holiday Event Guide 2021: Christmas Parades & Santa Stops

MALIBU, CA — Get out your calendars! Time to start planning as holiday festivities gear up in Malibu and throughout the San Fernando Valley, West Side and nearby.

Christmas this year falls on a Saturday, Dec. 25. Hanukkah 2021 came early, beginning Nov. 28, and runs through Monday, Dec. 6.

Peruse Patch's annual holiday guide, find nearby events and select the outings that appeal to you and yours. Many events kick off soon, while several require advance bookings, and space may be limited.

Do note: Always confirm with organizers that the listed activities are proceeding as planned when posted.

Bookmark this page to use as a season guide. As more events are announced, we will add them.

And to all of our readers, wishing you the happiest of holidays, from Patch!
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AGOURA HILLS:

THROUGH DEC. 22: Letters To Santa. House-decorating contest, too!

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BEL AIR:

DEC. 12: Angel City Christmas Concert Extravaganza: Bel Air Church. A community tradition with choirs, treats & version for kids.
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BEVERLY HILLS:

DEC. 12 & 19: Annual Holiday High Tea: Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. With sweet treats, champagne& music of classical harpist.

DEC. 16: BHWC Non-Profit Holiday Luncheon. At historic Beverly Hills Women's Club.
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BRENTWOOD:

DEC. 9, 16 & 23: Children's Holiday Crafts: Brentwood Country Mart. "Holiday crafts and treats for kiddos."

DEC. 11 & 18: Visits & Photos With Santa: Brentwood Country Mart. Meet St. Nick in the courtyard.
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CALABASAS:

DEC. 3-31: 'Holiday Road LA' Walk-Thru Light Show: King Gillette Ranch. "The ultimate holiday experience" with Santa, Mrs. Claus, elves, food trucks & more!
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CANOGA PARK:

DEC. 19: San Fernando Valley Master Chorale's Holidays in the Valley. At Madrid Theatre. Back for live concert performance!
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CENTURY CITY:

DEC. 6: Festival of Lights Hanukkah Mural: Westfield Century City. Mural by Los Angeles artist, Hillel Smith.

DEC. 8 & 15: 'Santa Paws' - Pup & Santa Photos: Westfield Century City. "Capture the howliday magic."

DEC. 8-24: Santa's North Pole Journey: Westfield Century City. Embark on a magical journey! Tickets on sale.
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COMMERCE:

DEC. 5 & 12: Citadel Outlets' Annual "Santa Cares" Event. Registration recommended for shorter wait, but walk-ins are also accepted.
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CULVER CITY:

DEC. 12: Outdoor Christmas Acapella Concert by The Oceanaires. Free at Veterans Memorial Park.

DEC. 18: California Rare Fruit Growers -WLA Chapter - Holiday Plant Sale. With wide array of exotic plants.
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ENCINO:

DEC. 20-23: Winter Camp Los Encinos. "A great place for kids Kinder-9th."
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HERMOSA BEACH:

DEC. 11: California Great Santa Stroll For Mychal's Learning Place. Registrants will receive Santa Suit, while supplies last.

DEC. 15: Santa & Drive-By Holiday Parade. "Come help welcome Santa and his sleigh."
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HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 19: Candy Cane Lane Drive-Thru Toy Giveaway. With treats & photos with Santa.

DEC. 23-26: L.A. Ballet 'Nutcracker': Dolby Theatre. The city's holiday tradition perfect for celebrating the season.

DEC. 31: 2022 Dragonfly NYE | New Year's Eve at Dragonfly Hollywood. With DJ, dance floor, midnight countdown & champagne toast.
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LAKE ARROWHEAD:

THROUGH JAN. 2: SkyPark Santa's Village & Ice Skating Rink. Festivities include breakfast with Santa & more.
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LOS ANGELES:

THROUGH JAN. 9: L.A. Zoo Holiday Lights. "Includes the world's largest illuminated pop-up storybook!"

THROUGH DEC. 31: LA Dodgers Stadium Holiday Festival. At renovated Centerfield Plaza with Santa, light tunnels, ice rink, bounce houses, music, entertainment & more festivities.

THROUGH DEC. 31: LA Dodgers Stadium Holiday Fest Ice Skating Rink. "For the first time ever ... an illuminated, open-air ice skating experience constructed across the outfield."

THROUGHT JAN. 7: 'LA Kings Holiday Ice' Outdoor Skating Rink: L.A. LIVE. Popular "Supper & Skate" specials returning, too!

DEC. 10: Ski Dazzle Show. North America's largest annual consumer ski and snowboard expo.

DEC. 10-11: Nochebuena. Free, but registration required.

DEC. 11: LMU Gala Christmas Concert. Tickets on sale. Event at Loyola Marymount University.

DEC. 11: Las Mañanitas a La Virgen de Guadalupe. At Cathedral of the Our Lady of the Angels.

DEC. 11: 'JTOWN JINGLES' Carolers: DTLA Little Tokyo. "Enjoy the sweet sounds of roaming carolers."

DEC. 11-12: Gay Men's Chorus Of LA 'Holiday Homecoming' Concert. A Los Angeles holiday tradition.

DEC. 11-12: 'Home Alone' In Concert - Los Angeles Philharmonic. At Walt Disney Concert Hall.

DEC. 14: 'A Chanticleer Christmas': Walt Disney Concert Hall. Featuring Grammy®-winning, 12-man ensemble.

DEC. 18: Holiday Sing-Along: Walt Disney Concert Hall. A Los Angeles, family tradition.

DEC. 18-19: Shogun Santa Is Coming to Town: DTLA Little Tokyo. Chance to win $50 gift certificate to your favorite Little Tokyo business, too.

DEC. 24: 62nd Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration. Joyously returning to Dorothy Chandler Pavilion!

DEC. 31: Andy & Renee & Hard Rain New Year's Party Concert. Ticket includes late-night pizza, party favors & champagne toast.

DEC. 31: 'Grand Park NYELA' New Year's Eve Countdown - Livestream. With vast entertainment line-up.

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve With Pink Martini: Walt Disney Concert Hall. "There's no classier way to ring in 2022!"
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LYNWOOD:

DEC. 10: Candy Cane Lane Christmas Parade. Grand Marshall is Danny Trejo and the Mistress of Ceremonies is Cece the Mamacita from 93.5 KDAY.
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MALIBU:

DEC. 7: Toys For Tots Drop-Off. Events sponsored by Malibu Navy League.

DEC. 11 & 18: Holidays at Malibu Country Mart. Featuring Santa & Mrs. Claus, North Pole mailbox, s'mores and hot cocoa.

DEC. 15: Take 6 Christmas. Holiday concert at Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University.
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MANHATTAN BEACH:

DEC. 8: Holiday Mixer Extravaganza. With small bites, tasting stations & more.

DEC. 8: Mira Costa High School Orchestras Winter Concert : The Gift of Music. Tickets on sale.

DEC. 12: Holiday Fireworks, Snow Park & Santa. With carolers, entertainment & sled runs!
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MARINA DEL REY:

DEC. 11: Holiday Boat Parade & Fireworks. Watch from Burton Chace Park or Fisherman's Village.

DEC. 12, 19 & 26: Movies On The Lawn. Line-up features: "Elf"; "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" & "Godzilla vs. Kong."

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve Celebration Fireworks. Two displays planned.
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MOORPARK:

THROUGH DEC. 24: Christmas On The Farm: Underwood Family Farms. Select weekends feature Santa & reindeer.
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NORTH HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 18: Sweater Weather Get-Together. With carolers, treats & photos with Santa.
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NORTHRIDGE:

DEC. 11: Winter Wonderland, Santa & Toy Drive. Free community event.
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OXNARD:

DEC. 11: Channel Islands Harbor's Annual Parade of Lights. Now in its 55th year.

DEC. 12-26: Christmas Tree Lane. Historic extravaganza that draws 20,000 to 40,000 each year.
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PACIFIC PALISADES:

DEC. 11: One Coast Holiday Homes Tour & Bazaar. Featuring carolers, wine tasting, cooking demo & model home tours.
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PLAYA DEL REY:

DEC. 12-26: Second Annual Holiday Lights Tour & Contest. Drive to see outdoor decorations and then vote for your favorite. Online voting through Dec. 19.
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PLAYA VISTA:

DEC. 18: SBPG Holiday Pop Up at Farmers Market. With holiday crafts, letters to Santa & storytime. Pre-register for craft kit.
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REDONDO BEACH:

DEC. 11: Holiday Concert On The Pier. Free event with charity toy drive, too.

DEC. 11-12: L.A. Ballet 'Nutcracker': Performing Arts Center. Holiday tradition perfect for celebrating the season.

DEC. 20-21: Holiday Music Camp. For ages 4-12.
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SANTA MONICA:

NOV-JAN.: 'Ice At Santa Monica' Holiday Skating Rink. Canceled.

THROUGH DEC. 24: 'Winterlit' - Tree Lighting & Santa. The official tree lighting is Nov. 19, with weekly events to follow.

DEC. 6-JAN. 11: Holiday Cheer on the Pier. A season of events planned.

DEC. 9, 16 & 23: Children's Holiday Crafts: Brentwood Country Mart. "Holiday crafts and treats for kiddos."

DEC. 11 & 18: Visits & Photos With Santa: Brentwood Country Mart. Meet St. Nick in the courtyard.

DEC. 11: 18th Street Community Winter Open House. Festive gathering to mark end of year.

DEC. 15-16: Pet Photos with Santa at Santa Monica Place. Cats & dogs welcome!

DEC. 18: Original SANTA Monica Pub Crawl - Benefits Westside Food Bank. "Dust off those antlers and Santa hats."

DEC. 31: 'Annual One-Time-Only New Year's Eve Musical Revue': Santa Monica Playhouse. "Entertaining, family-friendly Rudie-DeCarlo musical revue, with prizes, sing-a-long songs & dancing in the aisles."
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SKYFOREST:

THROUGH JAN. 2: SkyPark Santa's Village & Ice Skating Rink. Festivities include breakfast with Santa & more.
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TARZANA:

DEC. 12: Holiday Marketplace. With family activities, holiday music, Santa & toy/food drive.
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THOUSAND OAKS:

DEC. 3- 18: Unwrap the Grand Union Hotel-Celebrate Holidays in Grand Style. Events on Friday nights & Saturday afternoons.

DEC. 10: Mariachi Ensemble Concert. Admission is free.

DEC. 16: 14 CANNONS COMEDY NIGHT- Holiday Fundraiser. Benefits Manna Conejo Valley Food Bank.

DEC. 28: A Magical Cirque Christmas: Bank of America Performing Arts Center. "Merry treat that's perfect for the entire family."
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TOPANGA:

DEC. 3-19: Topanga Canyon Gallery Holiday Show. Special event on Dec. 21, too.
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TORRANCE:

DEC. 12: Antique Street Faire Holiday Sale. With Santa Claus, carolers & more!
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UNIVERSAL CITY:

THROUGH JAN. 2: 'Christmas In Wizarding World Of Harry Potter' & 'Grinchmas': Universal Studios Hollywood. "The return of yuletide favorites & family traditions."

DEC. 31: Universal Studios Hollywood New Year's Eve Fest & Fireworks. "Ideal location to bid farewell to 2021 as the world ushers in 2022 & new beginnings."
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VALENCIA:

DEC. 3-JAN. 2: Holiday In The Park: Six Flags Magic Mountain. "A holiday spectacular for the whole family."

DEC.: Christmas Tree Ice Skate & Tree Lighting At The Cube Santa Clarita. Christmas trees taking center ice to create a winter wonderland starting Dec. 10.
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VENTURA:

DEC. 11: Winter Wonderland, Holiday Marketplace & Santa. With live reindeer, too!

DEC. 17-18: Harbor Holiday Parade of Lights & Fireworks. This year's theme: 'Back to Seality.'
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WESTLAKE VILLAGE:

DEC. 12: Holidays in the Village. A European Marketplace. Enjoy European Bier, Glühwein to smoked sausage, European pastries, traditional and holiday music.
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WESTWOOD:

DEC. 11-12: Gay Men's Chorus Of LA 'Holiday Homecoming' Concert. A Los Angeles holiday tradition.

DEC. 17-19: L.A. Ballet 'Nutcracker': Royce Hall, UCLA. The city's holiday tradition perfect for celebrating the season.
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WOODLAND HILLS:

DEC. 11: LEGO Holiday Truck Tour: Westfield Topanga & Candy Cane Lane. "Rebuild the Holiday Magic with a visit to the LEGO® Holiday Truck."
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FOR ENTIRE GREATER L.A. GUIDE: Los Angeles County Holiday Event Guide 2021: Christmas & Santa

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