L.A. County Holiday Celebration
Attendees experience and honor the rich, dynamic cultures of Los Angeles County through a variety of live stage performances. Diverse Los Angeles-based artists and community groups take the stage to showcase their talent and traditions. The production features a wide array of instrumental music, choral singing, and dance presentations.
What to Expect
Showcase of diverse Los Angeles instrumental music, choral, and dance performances.
Event Details
Duration
Each live show is approximately 90 minutes.
Ages
Ages 6 and older
Neighborhood
Downtown Los Angeles
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
The Music Center
Food & Drink
Food and drinks may be enjoyed in designated lobby areas; not inside the auditorium.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and audiences interested in local music, dance, and culture
Vibe
Festive and cultural
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Morning and afternoon (two live shows; no clock times are given).
- Parking: Use The Music Center Main Garage (enter from southbound Grand Avenue) or the Walt Disney Concert Hall Garage on 2nd Street; valet is at the Hope Street entrance.
- Accessibility: Accessible parking is available on levels two and four of The Music Center Main Garage for vehicles displaying valid disability placards.
Tips & Advice
- Choose the morning or afternoon show, since both present the same program and each runs about 90 minutes.
- Have cash ready for the garage if you can, since cards are accepted but cash makes the parking entry move faster.
- Get a ticket for every child, because everyone entering the theater needs their own seat, and the show is recommended for ages 6 and up.
- Leave cameras at home, since none are allowed in the theater, and finish snacks in the lobby because food stays out of the auditorium.
- Take Metro to Civic Center/Grand Park on the B or D Line, or to Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill on the A or E Line.
Special Events & Promotions
- New for 2026: the celebration moves from Christmas Eve to Sunday, December 20, with two live shows of the same program, morning and afternoon.
- The morning show is broadcast on PBS SoCal and streamed on the PBS app and holidaycelebration.org on December 24, 25 and 26.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's changed this year?
Starting in 2026, the celebration is live on Sunday, December 20, not on Christmas Eve. There are two live shows of the same program that day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon.
Is it suitable for young children?
It's recommended for ages 6 and older. Every person entering the theater needs a ticket, children included, because everyone has their own seat.
How long is the show?
Each live show runs about 90 minutes.
Can I watch from home?
Yes. The morning show is recorded and broadcast on PBS SoCal on December 24, 25 and 26. It also streams on the PBS app and holidaycelebration.org on those days.
Where should I park?
The Music Center Main Garage is between 1st Street and Temple Street. It's easiest to reach from southbound Grand Avenue, turning right into the entrance. The Walt Disney Concert Hall Garage is on 2nd Street between Hope Street and Grand Avenue. Valet is at the Hope Street entrance next to Jerry Moss Plaza.
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