Last updated: November 11, 2024
Everything you need for the holidays in Echo Park is in our guide. Discover all the top festive events and activities. Whether Echo Park is your permanent address or your seasonal escape, this guide ensures you make the most of the festivities.
One of the highlights of the season is Holiday in the Park, where enchanting light displays and seasonal entertainment create a magical atmosphere for all ages. In addition, Knott's Merry Farm features delightful holiday shows, delicious treats, and seasonal shopping to get you in the spirit. And the Temecula On Ice is something you definitely don't want to miss—offering a charming outdoor ice skating experience for families and friends alike. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
Explore an immersive landscape filled with dazzling new lantern sculptures of animals among blooming flowers, towering trees, and glowing rivers. This nature-focused holiday celebration features all-new wonders, including a magical Holiday Forest with majestic pine trees and snow-loving animals, and spectacular holiday photo spots.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: LA Zoo Lights
Interactive light installations in a botanical garden setting.
Descanso Gardens transforms into a vibrant, luminescent forest with interactive art installations, geometric sculptures, and ambient music, featuring returning favorites like Tom Fruin's stained glass houses and HYBYCOZO's 3-D light sculptures.
Where: La Cañada Flintridge | More Info: Enchanted Forest of Light
Drive-through holiday lights display with life-sized dinosaurs and iconic characters.
Magic of Lights is a drive-through holiday lights spectacle featuring over 2 million sparkling lights, including larger-than-life displays of Holiday Barbie, Bigfoot Monster Truck, and life-sized dinosaurs. The event offers a variety of holiday scenes and characters, making it a memorable experience for all ages.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Magic of Lights
Illuminated trail featuring artistic light installations throughout a picturesque garden setting
A stunning outdoor display filled with vibrant lights illuminating the landscape, creating paths of colour and creativity. Visitors stroll through artistic installations and shimmering trees, experiencing the beauty of nature transformed by light. Seasonal tunes add to the atmosphere, enhancing this extraordinary nocturnal adventure suitable for all ages.
Where: Arcadia | More Info: Lightscape
Street closure for a treasure trove of local shopping and dining.
Montana Avenue transforms into an outdoor marketplace featuring local businesses, unique gifts, handcrafted goods, treats, and entertainment.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Montana Ave Winter Shopping Festival
Live jazz music and unique gifts from local artists.
The Holiday Artisan Market at Merrihews features live jazz music and unique gifts from local artists and artisans.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Holiday Artisan Market
Christmas celebration with live entertainment and unique holiday dining options.
Knott's Merry Farm is a classic holiday festival featuring thousands of twinkling lights, themed garland, and jumbo snowflakes. Enjoy Christmas shows like "Home for the Holidays," ice shows starring the Peanuts Gang, and delectable holiday dining. Explore the Christmas Crafts Village and experience Santa's Christmas Cabin.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: Knott's Merry Farm
Tribute performance to John Denver's music and holiday classics.
Rick Schuler, America's Top John Denver Tribute, brings John Denver's iconic hits and holiday classics to life in an intimate show featuring "Rocky Mountain High," "Sunshine on My Shoulders," and more, weaving in heartwarming inspirational carols and festive standards.
Where: Anaheim | More Info: John Denver’s Rocky Mountain Christmas
Immersive holiday theming with seasonal decorations and attractions.
Celebrate the holiday season at Universal Studios Hollywood with immersive theming, seasonal decorations, and thrilling attractions.
Where: Universal City | More Info: Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
Free outdoor screening of a classic action film.
Watch the iconic action film "Die Hard" under the stars on Third Street Promenade, a family-friendly outdoor movie event with a festive atmosphere.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Movie Friday: Die Hard
Millions of lights and seasonal eats transform the park.
Holiday in the Park transforms Six Flags Magic Mountain into a vibrant winter spectacle with millions of lights, seasonal eats, and entertainment.
Where: Valencia | More Info: Holiday in the Park
Snow play and train rides for all ages.
The Festival of Winter at Miller Park Amphitheater features train rides, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Santa, and a variety of vendors and activity booths. Enjoy snow play and attractions suitable for all ages.
Where: Fontana | More Info: Festival of Winter
Seasonal outdoor ice skating with a tot rink for children.
Ice at Santa Monica offers an 8,000-square-foot outdoor ice rink in downtown Santa Monica, near the Pacific Ocean. The rink is open from November 8 to January 20, featuring special events like the Opening Celebration, Taylor's Birthday, and a New Year's Eve celebration. It includes a 400-square-foot tot rink for kids and offers skate rentals and locker rentals.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: ICE Santa Monica
Holiday celebration with kids' activities and tree lighting.
Miracle on Main Street is a holiday celebration featuring kids' activities, Santa, tree lighting, carolers, and street-wide festivities.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Miracle on Main Street
