East Los Angeles Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in East Los Angeles and surrounding areas
East Los Angeles prepares for the holiday season throughout the main district with Christmas markets, Holiday lights, and cultural parades that reflect local traditions. The 94th Annual Procession and Mass in Honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe and neighborhood events bring music, lights, and communal celebrations. Enjoy seasonal markets, illuminated streets, and family activities that highlight East LA’s vibrant heritage and festive spirit during the holiday season.
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Christmas Shows
17 eventsMagical Christmas ballet with international cast and European-crafted sets.
Christmas Markets
14 eventsFilipino Simbang Gabi tradition with Archbishop-led Mass and Parade of Parols.
Christmas Parties
12 eventsHistoric Biltmore transformed into a 1930s LA Noir New Year's Eve.
Christmas Lights
10 eventsWorld's largest Christmas light maze
Other Christmas Activities
46 eventsAmerica's New Year Celebration
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Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game
(Pasadena)
America's New Year Celebration
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Enchant Christmas
(Los Angeles)
World's largest Christmas light maze
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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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Enchant Christmas at Santa Anita Park
(Arcadia)
World's Largest Christmas Light Maze
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Pasadena Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
(Pasadena)
The Official Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
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East Los Angeles Christmas FAQ
East Los Angeles hosts community-centered events like neighborhood light displays, local holiday markets, and seasonal gatherings at parks and community centers.
East Los Angeles celebrates with vibrant neighborhood decorations, family gatherings, and local markets that reflect the area’s cultural diversity and community spirit.
Many neighborhoods in East Los Angeles feature festive home displays, with families decorating their streets for the holidays. Local walking tours and community events highlight these traditions.
Look for holiday markets at community centers, local parks, and neighborhood plazas. These events often feature local artisans and small businesses.
Free activities include walking through decorated neighborhoods, attending local holiday markets, and enjoying community events at parks and centers.
Families enjoy neighborhood light displays, local holiday markets with crafts and treats, and seasonal events at parks and community centers.