Alhambra Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Alhambra and surrounding areas
Alhambra welcomes the Christmas season with warm Holiday lights and festive activities around Main Street and the historic Granada district, hosting seasonal tours and cultural performances. New Year’s Eve events and holiday markets add to the festive calendar. Enjoy Christmas markets, family-friendly attractions, and neighborhood lights displays while exploring local eateries and shops that stage concerts, tree lightings, and seasonal entertainment throughout the community.
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Christmas Shows
15 eventsMagical Christmas ballet with international cast and European-crafted sets.
Christmas Parties
13 eventsThe Official Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
Christmas Markets
12 eventsFilipino Simbang Gabi tradition with Archbishop-led Mass and Parade of Parols.
Christmas Lights
11 eventsWorld's largest Christmas light maze
Other Christmas Activities
48 eventsAmerica's New Year Celebration
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Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game
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America's New Year Celebration
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World's largest Christmas light maze
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Gloria Molina Grand Park's NYELA Countdown to 2026
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West Coast's largest free New Year's Eve celebration.
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Hollywood Christmas Parade
(Los Angeles)
93rd annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
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Enchant Christmas at Santa Anita Park
(Arcadia)
World's Largest Christmas Light Maze
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Holidays Made Here at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
(Burbank)
Immersive Gilmore Girls holiday celebration on studio sets.
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Alhambra Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas event in Alhambra is the Tree Lighting Ceremony at Renaissance Plaza, featuring live entertainment, Santa visits, and local vendors. Community gatherings and neighborhood light displays also draw crowds throughout the season.
Alhambra’s Tree Lighting Ceremony stands out for its community focus, with Santa arriving by fire truck and opportunities to donate to local toy drives. The event also highlights support for small businesses and local performers, creating a distinctive hometown feel.
Downtown Alhambra, especially around Renaissance Plaza, is the centerpiece for holiday lights, but many residential areas throughout the city also decorate enthusiastically. Exploring different neighborhoods can reveal hidden gems of light displays.
Christmas markets and local makers are most visible during the Tree Lighting Ceremony in Downtown Alhambra, where pop-up vendor stalls and craft fairs are common. Check community centers and local event listings for additional artisan markets during the season.
The Tree Lighting Ceremony, neighborhood light walks, and most holiday markets in Alhambra are free to attend. Enjoying the festive atmosphere, taking photos with Santa, and browsing local vendor stalls are all budget-friendly ways to celebrate.
Families with kids will enjoy the Tree Lighting Ceremony’s Santa visits, live performances, and family activities. Neighborhood light displays and holiday markets with crafts and treats also offer fun, kid-friendly experiences.