Culver City Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Culver City and surrounding areas
Christmas 2025 transforms Culver City into a December destination with holiday activities, festive events, and pop-up markets around downtown and Ivy Station. The city’s theaters and plazas host seasonal performances and family-friendly gatherings. Attend the Ivy Station Holiday Night Market or a Holiday Movie Night screening of How the Grinch Stole Christmas for things to do, local vendors, lights, and parades that celebrate the season near Culver Boulevard and Main Street.
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Christmas Shows
16 eventsModern musical adaptation of The Nutcracker
Christmas Markets
13 eventsSupport for Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Christmas Parties
13 eventsNaughty and nice holiday speakeasy with burlesque and live music.
Christmas Lights
5 eventsIconic holiday lighting celebration on Rodeo Drive
Christmas Activities
53 events93rd annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
Editor's Picks (6)
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Gloria Molina Grand Park's NYELA Countdown to 2026
(Los Angeles)
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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Torrance Holiday Festival
(Torrance)
Support for Torrance Memorial Medical Center
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Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration
(Beverly Hills)
Iconic holiday lighting celebration on Rodeo Drive
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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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Debbie Allen's Hot Chocolate Nutcracker
(Redondo Beach)
Modern musical adaptation of The Nutcracker
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Culver City
- Christmas Kids Club at The Shops at Sportsmen's Lodge Published: Sat, Dec 6, 2025
- Culver City Tree Lighting Sled-tacular Event Published: Thu, Dec 4, 2025
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Culver City Christmas FAQ
The Downtown Culver City Tree Lighting Sled-tacular is the largest annual event, featuring live entertainment, sledding, and a visit from Santa. Other popular gatherings include seasonal markets and neighborhood light displays.
Culver City is known for its festive Tree Lighting Sled-tacular, where families enjoy sledding on Main Street and a lively countdown to light the holiday tree. The event blends local talent, community spirit, and a touch of winter magic.
Many residents decorate their homes, especially in central and historic neighborhoods. Overland Avenue is a well-known spot for holiday lights, and local guides often highlight standout streets each year.
Seasonal markets and vendor stalls are often set up at Town Plaza and nearby community spaces during the holidays. These gatherings feature local artisans, crafts, and festive food.
The Downtown Culver City Tree Lighting Sled-tacular, neighborhood light displays, and free holiday markets are great budget-friendly options. Many events offer free admission and family-friendly entertainment.
Families love the Tree Lighting Sled-tacular for sledding, live entertainment, and Santa visits. Neighborhood light displays and seasonal markets also offer fun, interactive experiences for children.