Last updated: November 11, 2024
Discover the joy of the holidays in La Habra with our detailed guide. From those who live and breathe La Habra to those just getting a taste, our guide brings your holiday dreams to life.
Popular events during this festive season include the enchanting Knott’s Merry Farm, where guests can enjoy seasonal attractions and holiday entertainment. The Hollywood Christmas Parade also lights up the streets with vibrant floats and festive music, providing a cheerful atmosphere for families and friends. And the All is Bright Celebration & Tree Lighting is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it marks a delightful kickoff to the season with its stunning display of lights. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Holiday celebration with train rides and community performances.
The All is Bright Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting features train rides, ornament making, community and aerial performances, and a visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Aliso Viejo | More Info: All is Bright Celebration & Tree Lighting
Vintage Peanuts character scenes with festive holiday activities.
The Snoopy House at Costa Mesa City Hall features hand-painted vintage scenes of the Peanuts characters, including Snoopy and the gang, in a festive holiday display. The event includes train rides, live entertainment, carolers, an inflatable slide, and opportunities to write letters to Santa. Food vendors and special weekend activities add to the festive atmosphere.
Where: Costa Mesa | More Info: Snoopy House at Costa Mesa City Hall
Immersive mile-long walking trail with interactive scenes and live Santa.
Holiday Road is an immersive holiday event featuring larger-than-life installations, thousands of Christmas lights, Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elves, and countless candy canes. The event takes place at King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas, offering an ADA-accessible trail with seating and rest stops, interactive photo moments, a festive souvenir shop, premium holiday bars, and top food trucks.
Where: Calabasas | More Info: Holiday Road
Classic holiday festival with world-class ice skaters and unique dining options.
Knott’s Merry Farm is a holiday celebration featuring winter wonderland-inspired decor, thousands of twinkling lights, and picturesque seasonal settings. Enjoy Christmas shows, a beloved ice show, and delectable holiday dining. Explore the Christmas Crafts Village and experience Santa’s Christmas Cabin.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: Knott’s Merry Farm
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
The Nutcracker is a family-friendly ballet performance featuring a multinational cast of 50 professional dancers. It includes Tchaikovsky's timeless score, over 150 hand-crafted costumes, and lavish hand-painted sets. The show takes you on a Christmas night adventure with iconic scenes like the Waltz of Flowers and the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Where: La Mirada | More Info: The Nutcracker
Swashbuckling pirate crew tries to steal Christmas.
Celebrate Christmas with Pirates Dinner Adventure as a swashbuckling pirate crew tries to steal the holiday season. Laugh and cheer as they attempt to outwit Santa Claus in a hilarious and entertaining spectacle.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: Pirates Take Christmas
Innovative digital graffiti and visuals transform the classic Nutcracker story into a modern holiday event.
The Hip Hop Nutcracker is a contemporary dance spectacle that re-mixes and re-imagines the classic Nutcracker story with hip-hop dance and Tchaikovsky's timeless music. It features a powerhouse cast of all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow. The show transforms the traditional 19th-century German landscape into vibrant, diverse sights and sounds of contemporary New York City, celebrating love, community, and the holiday season.
Where: Cerritos | More Info: Hip Hop Nutcracker
Soulful holiday songs with a marching band twist.
Drumline Live Holiday features soulful renditions of favorite holiday songs with a marching band twist, blending Gospel, Jazz, Soul, Motown, and Hip-Hop. Dazzling vocalists, talented musicians, energetic choreography, spectacular lighting, and beautiful holiday costumes create a festive atmosphere.
Where: Cerritos | More Info: Drumline Live Holiday
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
State Street Ballet’s The Nutcracker brings Tchaikovsky’s legendary score to life with sumptuous sets and costumes. Join young Clara on a journey through the Land of Snowflakes to meet the Sugar Plum Fairy in the Kingdom of Sweets. Humor and virtuosic dancing create a richly beautiful performance that delights audiences of all ages.
Where: La Mirada | More Info: State Street Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Iconic parade with legendary celebrities and charitable mission.
The Hollywood Christmas Parade is a cherished tradition that brings the Hollywood community together with dazzling floats, marching bands, and performances, featuring legendary celebrities and a profound charitable mission.
Where: Hollywood | More Info: Hollywood Christmas Parade
Exclusive holiday run/walk with Peanuts-themed swag and charitable support.
Join the 2nd Annual A Charlie Brown Christmas 5K/10K in Los Angeles, featuring a festive run/walk event with a Snoopy Kids Dash, officially licensed Peanuts finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.
Where: La Habra | More Info: A Charlie Brown Christmas
