West Hollywood Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in West Hollywood and surrounding areas
The Christmas season transforms West Hollywood into a hub of festive energy with Holiday lights along Santa Monica Boulevard and marquee events such as the Hollywood Christmas Parade and immersive shows like Santa’s Secret. Boutique markets, tree lightings, and seasonal performances add to the holiday attractions around the Pacific Design Center and iconic Sunset Strip. Visitors find a rich array of things to do from evening light strolls to exclusive festive events that blend glamour with neighborhood warmth during the holidays.
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Christmas Shows
16 eventsModern musical adaptation of The Nutcracker
Christmas Parties
15 eventsNaughty and nice holiday speakeasy with burlesque and live music.
Christmas Markets
14 eventsFilipino Simbang Gabi tradition with Archbishop-led Mass and Parade of Parols.
Christmas Lights
7 eventsIconic holiday lighting celebration on Rodeo Drive
Christmas Activities
48 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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Hollywood Christmas Parade
(Los Angeles)
93rd annual Hollywood Christmas Parade
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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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Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration
(Beverly Hills)
Iconic holiday lighting celebration on Rodeo Drive
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Holidays Made Here at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
(Burbank)
Immersive Gilmore Girls holiday celebration on studio sets.
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Debbie Allen's Hot Chocolate Nutcracker
(Redondo Beach)
Modern musical adaptation of The Nutcracker
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West Hollywood Christmas Events Map
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West Hollywood Christmas FAQ
West Hollywood’s biggest annual Christmas events include festive art installations throughout the city and seasonal celebrations along Santa Monica Boulevard. Nearby, events like the Hollywood Christmas Parade also draw large crowds.
West Hollywood celebrates the season with public art projects such as commissioned winter-themed artworks displayed on street pole banners and digital transit shelters, adding a creative and cultural touch to holiday festivities.
The neighborhoods around Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue are popular for their festive light displays, along with nearby Beverly Hills, which offers elaborate decorations along Rodeo Drive.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors can be found at neighborhood markets along key streets like Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue, as well as at seasonal craft fairs hosted in community spaces near West Hollywood.
Enjoy free neighborhood light displays, public art installations, and strolls through decorated streets. Many markets and events offer free admission, making it easy to experience the holiday spirit without spending much.
Family-friendly options include visiting walkable light displays, attending local holiday markets with crafts and treats, and participating in seasonal workshops or storytelling events offered by community centers.