Last updated: November 11, 2024
Get ready, Palmdale! Our holiday guide is packed with events and activities to make your season bright. For Palmdale locals and curious visitors alike, our guide illuminates the path to holiday joy.
This season, immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Santa’s Wonderland, where families can enjoy enchanting lights and festive displays. WildLights at Living Desert Zoo and Gardens will transform the zoo into a dazzling spectacle with its unique light displays and the chance to see animals in a different setting. And the Holidayz at the Park is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring seasonal entertainment and community spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Palmdale Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Celebration
- What to Expect
- Student performances of diverse dance styles.
- Description
- A holiday-themed event featuring student performances of classical and contemporary ballet, jazz, hip hop, and rhythm tap dance.
- Where
- Palmdale | More Info : Christmas Celebration
Christmas Through the Years
- What to Expect
- Holiday concert featuring beloved Christmas songs.
- Description
- The AV Children's Choir presents a festive evening of holiday classics, including "O Holy Night" and "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree."
- Where
- Palmdale | More Info : Christmas Through the Years
Sharpo’s Holiday Magic Matinee
- What to Expect
- Interactive magic show with balloon twisting for kids.
- Description
- Sharpo’s Holiday Magic Matinee is an interactive show tailored for younger audiences, featuring magic holiday elves and fairies. Children make the magic happen in this spectacular program full of holiday cheer. After the show, meet and greet the players as they make balloon twists for the kids.
- Where
- Palmdale | More Info : Sharpo’s Holiday Magic Matinee
Making Spirits Bright
- What to Expect
- Community-driven holiday celebration with music and lights.
- Description
- Making Spirits Bright is a holiday event featuring music, lights, and community spirit, creating a joyful atmosphere for all attendees.
- Where
- Palmdale | More Info : Making Spirits Bright
Sounds of the Holidays
- What to Expect
- Holiday concert with diverse musical performances.
- Description
- A musical celebration featuring a variety of holiday tunes performed by talented artists, creating a lively and joyful atmosphere.
- Where
- Palmdale | More Info : Sounds of the Holidays
Santa’s Wonderland
- What to Expect
- Family-friendly meet-and-greet with Santa Claus.
- Description
- Meet Jolly Old St. Nick at Santa’s Wonderland, where families can enjoy a visit, a 5x7 photo frame cover, and a goodie bag for each child 12 and under.
- Where
- Palmdale | More Info : Santa’s Wonderland
Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico
- What to Expect
- Rich cultural tapestry of Mexican Christmas traditions.
- Description
- Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande present Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico, a vibrant show weaving cherished Mexican traditions into a heartwarming story of the season. The event features the joyous rhythms of mariachi and colorful Mexican dance, capturing the spirit of Posadas, the majesty of the Reyes Magos, and the thrill of breaking piñatas.
- Where
- Rancho Cucamonga | More Info : Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico
Stargazer’s Presents Tibbies’ Holiday Follies
- What to Expect
- Nostalgic holiday variety show with multi-talented cast.
- Description
- Celebrating its 31st Christmas season, Tibbies' Holiday Follies features tap dancing, breathtaking vocal arrangements, dazzling costumes, and hilarious holiday parodies. This show is inspired by classic TV specials and brings a sense of nostalgia, family togetherness, and Christmas spirit to all.
- Where
- Rancho Cucamonga | More Info : Stargazer’s Presents Tibbies’ Holiday Follies
Palmdale Amphitheater Events
- What to Expect
- Live music and theater performances under the stars.
- Description
- The Palmdale Amphitheater is a vibrant cultural hub offering year-round music concerts, live theater productions, and outdoor movie nights. It hosts a variety of events, including the High Desert Beer and Wine Festival, Kaleidoscope Art & Music Festival, Summer Concert Series, and Family Movie Nights. The venue is located in Marie Kerr Park and provides a picturesque setting for community programming and events.
- Where
- Palmdale | More Info : Palmdale Amphitheater Events
Palmdale Other Holiday Activities
High Desert Beer and Wine Festival
- What to Expect
- 80's-themed beer and wine festival with live music.
- Description
- The High Desert Beer and Wine Festival is an 80's-themed celebration featuring beer and wine sampling, food truck fare, and live 80s music.
- Where
- Palmdale | More Info : High Desert Beer and Wine Festival