RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA - CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING. The Rancho Santa Margarita Christmas tree lighting ceremony will take place lakeside at Lago Santa Margarita Lakeshore Park beginning at 4 p.m. Stroll through the new "Trail of Lights," enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and cookies, and a photo with Mickey and Minnie. AT 5 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will cross the lake by boat to light the tree. Information: (949) 709-0013 or www.samlarc.org.

REDLANDS - REDLANDS KIWANIS CHRISTMAS PARADE. The parade will take place at 6 p.m. in downtown Redlands. The parade will begin on Brookside at Citrus/Eureka in downtown Redlands, travel east on Citrus to 8th Street and on to State Street, east on State Street to Orange, and south on Orange to Citrus, and from Citrus back to Eureka/Brookside. The parade will include floats, musical performances and a visit from Santa. Information: www.cityofredlands.org, www.redlandsparade.com or www.kiwanisclubofredlands.org.

RIALTO - RIALTO HOLIDAY FESTIVAL AND PARADE. The Rialto Holiday Parade will begin at 5:30 p.m. in downtown Rialto at Willow Avenue/1st Street. After the parade activities continue at the Rialto Civic Center, 150 S. Palm Avenue, where there will be the tree lighting, a vendor fair, live entertainment, a snow hill (wristband fee), and more until 9:30 p.m. Information: (909) 421-4949 or www.rialtoca.gov.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

SAN CLEMENTE - PUTTIN' ON THE GLITZ. Puttin' on the Glitz is an evening of holiday cheer and a city tradition presented by the San Clemente Downtown Business Association. There will be live entertainment by a variety of groups along the street, visits with Santa, and downtown shops will stay open late. The event will take place from 4 - 9 p.m. along Avenida Del Mar in downtown San Clemente and is part of the Santa's Village by the Sea event. Information: (949) 218-5378 or www.scdba.org.

SAN CLEMENTE - SANTA'S VILLAGE BY THE SEA. The holiday program will take place from 4 - 9 p.m. at the San Clemente Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville and on Avenida del Mar. There will be snow hill sledding, holiday games, cookie decorating, live holiday music, and visits with Santa (bring a camera for pictures). The city's tree lighting ceremony at the communinty center will take place at 5 p.m. Admission is free but there will be a nominal fee for some activities like the snow hill and games (advance purchase of wristbands online is recommended). Area parking is limited, and the San Clemente Trolley red line will be available until 10 p.m. Information: (949) 361-8264 or http://www.san-clemente.org.

SAN DIMAS - HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA. The city's annual holiday celebration will take place from 3 - 9 p.m. in downtown San Dimas. The "Let it Snow" parade will take place at 4 p.m. along Bonita Avenue. Other activities begin at 5 p.m. There will be snow slides, game booths, food and merchandise vendors, food trucks, community performances/holiday entertainment, a beer garden, and the tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. at the Walker House, 121 North San Dimas Avenue. Admission and entertainment are free; fee for some activities. Map of event locations can be found on the city website. Information: (909) 394-6230 or www.cityofsandimas.com.

TORRANCE - CLASSICAL CROSSROADS CONCERTS: CLASSICAL INTERLUDES. Classical Crossroads concerts are held at the First Lutheran Church of Torrance, 2900 W. Carson Street (on the south side of Carson just east of Maple). Today's concert will take place at 3 p.m. and it will be a holiday-themed pops concert with organist Mark Herman. Information: (310) 316-5573 or www.palosverdes.com/classicalcrossroads.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION AND HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES. San Juan Capistrano's holiday events will take place from 4- 8 p.m. at a variety of locations around Historic Town Center Park, 31852 El Camino Real, and the downtown area. The tree lighting ceremony and performances will take place at Historic Town Center Park. Musical performances by local groups will begin at 4 p.m., including a holiday stage production, and the official tree lighting will take place at about 5:45 p.m. There also will be holiday shopping, costumed characters, photos with Santa Claus, treats and more in the Los Rios District from 5 - 8 p.m. Information: (949) 493-5911 or www.sanjuancapistrano.org.

SAN PEDRO - VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS AND OPEN HOUSE AT THE BANNING MUSEUM. The Victorian Christmas celebration at the Banning Museum, 401 E. "M" Street in Wilmington, will take place from noon - 4 p.m. There will be Victorian-themed decorations and holiday entertainment, tours of the museum, crafts, caroling, horse-drawn carriage rides and Victorian dancers. Information: (310) 548-7777 or www.thebanningmuseum.org.

SAN PEDRO - PORT OF LOS ANGELES HOLIDAYS BY THE SEA. On December 6, along with the boat parade, there will be a holiday celebration at San Pedro Town Square, Promenade at 6th Street and Harbor Boulevard from 4 - 8 p.m. There will be a holiday market, a tree lighting ceremony at 5 p.m., arts and crafts, live entertainment and more. Information: www.portoflosangeles.org or www.lawaterfront.org.

SANTA FE SPRINGS - SANTA FE SPRINGS TREE LIGHTING. The city's tree lighting ceremony will take place from 4 - 9 p.m. at Town Center Plaza, Telegraph/Pioneer (11710 E. Telegraph Road). There will be performances from local groups, a craft area, snow sledding, and the tree lighting ceremony with Santa. Information: (562) 863-4896 or www.santafesprings.org.

SANTA MONICA - MONTANA AVENUE HOLIDAY WALK AND MARKETPLACE. The Holiday Walk and Marketplace will transform Montana Avenue into a festive outdoor celebration with the street closed to cars. There will be live music, carolers, appearancs by the Grinch, Cindy Lou and Princess Elsa, free photos with Santa, holiday train rides, a tree lighting ceremony beginning at 5 p.m., and streetwide marketplace and merchant booths. Bands appearing will include the Samohi Choir and Jazz Combo, Klezmer Juice, the Jane Fonda's, SMC Jazz and others. Information: www.montanaave.com.

TORRANCE - CLASSICAL CROSSROADS CONCERTS: CLASSICAL INTERLUDES Classical Crossroads concerts are held at the First Lutheran Church of Torrance, 2900 W. Carson Street (on the south side of Carson just east of Maple). Today's concert will take place at 3 p.m. and it will be a holiday-themed pops concert with organist Mark Herman. Information: (310) 316-5573 or www.palosverdes.com/classicalcrossroads.

UPLAND - UPLAND HOMETOWN HOLIDAY PARADE AND FAIRE. The Hometown Holiday Parade will take place at 1:30 p.m. in the Historic downtown Upland area beginning at A Street and 2nd Avenue. There also will be Holiday Faire with craft and gift vendors from 3 - 6 p.m. after the parade. The Faire will include food vendors, holiday train and pony rides, photos with Santa (bring your own cameras), live reindeer, and more. Information: (909) 981-4501, www.uplandca.gov or www.facebook.com/historicdowntownuplandinc.

VENICE - 14TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY LIGHTING OF THE VENICE SIGN. The 14th Annual Holiday Lighting of the Venice sign will take place from 6 - 9 p.m. at the Venice sign at Windward Avenue and Pacific Avenue. The lighting will take place at about 8 p.m. Windward Avenue east of Pacific Avenue will be closed for the event, which also will include live music and family-friendly activities. Information: (310) 822-5425 or www.venicechamber.net.

WHITTIER - HOLIDAY SONATA. The Holiday Sonata will take place in Uptown Whittier on Greenleaf Avenue from 5 - 9 p.m. The traditional evening activity throughout the Uptown business district will feature musical entertainment, holiday activities for children, open shops and merchant holiday open houses, photos with Santa and a special appearance by The Grinch. Information: (562) 696-2662 or www.whittieruptown.org.

YORBA LINDA - HOLIDAY ON MAIN STREET. The annual Holiday on Main Street event will take place from 4 - 9 p.m. on Main Street in Old Town Yorba Linda. There will be holiday entertainment, a youth talent show, artisan shopping, pictures with Santa, a holiday drinks lounge, pettng zoo and more. Donations of unwrapped toys will be accepted for the local toy drive. Information: (714) 412-1982 or www.holidayonmainstreet.com.

 SUNDAY DECEMBER 7 

ANAHEIM - ANAHEIM TREE LIGHTING AND NUTCRACKER HOLIDAY VILLAGE. The event will take place beginning at noon on Center Street in Downtown Anaheim. There will be free holiday craft activities for children and musical performances from noon - 5 p.m., food vendors and shopping, visits with Santa from 3 - 5 p.m., the lighting of the tree at 6 p.m. at Anaheim City Hall, 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information: (714) 765-5191, (714) 956-3586, www.downtownanaheim.com or www.anaheim.net.

CITY OF INDUSTRY - HOMESTEAD MUSEUM HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE. The holiday open house at the Workman and Temple Family Homestead Museum, 15415 Don Julian Road, will take place from noon - 4 p.m. Travel back to the days of Christmas past while exploring the historic houses decked out in their holiday finery. There will be live musical performances, shopping at the Museum Store, seasonal crafts, visits with Santa, and the opportunity to picnic on the museum grounds. Information: www.homesteadmuseum.org.

CLAREMONT - PERFORMANCES AT THE CLAREMONT COLLEGES Scripps College: The Claremont Concert Choir, the Claremont Treble Singers and the Claremont Concert Orchestra, directed by David Cubek and Charles W. Kamm. The program for the concerts will include Schumann: Symphony No. 4, Vaughan Williams: Toward the Unknown Region, and other works. Performances will take place on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. in Garrison Theater, 241 E. 10th Street. Information: (909) 607-3266 or www.scrippscollege.edu/departments /music/music-performances.

DOWNEY - 74TH ANNUAL DOWNEY CHRISTMAS PARADE. The 2025 Downey Christmas Parade will take place from 1 - 4 p.m. along Downey Avenue downtown. The parade will include marching bands, equestrian units, community groups and local dignitaries and more. This year's theme is "The Spirit of Giving." Information: (562) 923-2191 or www.downeychamber.org.

DUARTE - SNOW NITE. Snow Nite will take place from 5 - 8 p.m. at Beardslee Park, 2000 Buena Vista Street. There will be a snow play area and sledding, holiday magic, 35 tons of snow, carnival rides, food vendors and more. Information: (626) 357-7931 or www.accessduarte.com.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - LIGHT A LIGHT OF LOVE PIER LIGHTING CEREMONY. The Light a Light of Love Pier Lighting will take place in downtown Huntington Beach along Main Street and at Pier Plaza at the Huntington Beach Pier. At 4 p.m. there will be a children's parade on Main Street, followed by entertainment and photo ops with Santa at Pier Plaza. The formal pier and snowflake lighting ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. Information: (714) 842-6600 or www.waymakersoc.org.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - PERFORMANCES AT BELLA TERRA. Live Music on the Green with Kaitlyn Weathers from 1 - 4 p.m. Performances take place at the times listed in The Garden area at Bella Terra (between Buffalo Wild Wings and Flecha), on The Green (lawn area in front of Century Theaters) or in the Park (fountain area by the Residences). The Bella Terra Center's address is 7777 Edinger Avenue. Information: (714) 897-2534 or www.bellaterra-hb.com

GLENDALE - 34TH ANNUAL ATWATER VILLAGE TREE LIGHTING FESTIVAL. The 34th annual Atwater Village Tree Lighting Festival will take place from 4 - 7 p.m. along Glendale Boulevard in Atwater Village. There will be a holiday market, performances, a dance party and snacks/sweets. There also will be a Santa photo booth, free giveaways, hot chocolate, and Santa will arrive on a fire truck to light the tree. There also is an online raffle for over $15,000 in prizes from local businesses. Information: www.atwatervillageevents.org or www.instagram.com/atwatertreelighting.

LAGUNA BEACH - THE STAGE ON FOREST PERFORMANCES. The Stage on Forest performances are from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules; December performancs are scheduled for December 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Two programs. at 1 p.m. in Thayer Hall, Community School Honors Chamber Recital. Alto at 3 p.m. in Mayman Hall, Student Chamber Ensemble Performances. Registration is required for this program. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

LOS ANGELES (MID WILSHIRE/MUSEUM DISTRICT) - HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES AT THE LOS ANGELES FARMERS MARKET. VinylFest. The market's tribute to the past, present and future of vinyl records, DJ culture and Rock 'n Roll will take place from noon - 7 p.m. on the Plaza. There will be a stage featuring live DJ sets from some of LA's favorite DJs, plus a variety of other music brands and organizations, new and used vinyl records and more. Most events/activities take place on the Plaza at the Los Angeles Farmers Market, 6333 W. Third Street. Information: (323) 933-9211 or www.farmersmarketla.com.

LOS ANGELES (SOUTH AND EAST) - 80TH ANNIVERSARY NORTHEAST LOS ANGELES (NELA) CHRISTMAS PARADE. The 80th Anniversary NELA Christmas Parade will take place at 1 p.m. on North Figueroa Street from Avenue 60 to 50. The parade will include marching bands, dancers, stilt walkers, equestrian units, car clubs, community organizations and more. Information: (323) 816-4455 or www.instagram.com/northeast_christmas_parade.

LOS ANGELES (WEST) - UCLA HERB ALPERT SCHOOL OF MUSIC PERFORMANCES. Guitar Ensemble and Studio Recital. The program featuring performances by guitar students, alumni and faculty, conducted by Dr. Mircea Gogoncea, will take place at 6 p.m. in Lani Hall. Reservation links for performances requiring reservations are usually available on the event website page. Information: (310) 825-5947 or www.schoolofmusic.ucla.edu.

NEWPORT BEACH - CORONA DEL MAR CHRISTMAS WALK. The 46th Annual Corona Del Mar Christmas Walk will take place on Pacific Coast Highway in the Village of Corona Del Mar from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. There will be entertainment with over 17 local bands, Santa visits and photos, beer and wine gardens, merchant and restaurant promotions and more. Activities center around the Bandera's parking lot at 3201 E. Pacific Coast Highway. Information: (949) 673-4050 or www.cdmchamber.com.

ORANGE - CHRISTMAS MARKET AND TREE LIGHTING PROGRAM. The Christmas Market will begin at 10 a.m. with activities for children and non-profit food and novelty booths (fee) in the Old Town Orange Plaza (traffic circle area) at Chapman/Glassell. The official music program will begin at 5:15 p.m. with songs by a local choir, followed by the lighting of the city tree. Sing along to traditional carols of the season with a full choir and orchestra led by Michael Short. The event can be very crowded, and early arrival for the ceremony is recommended. Some seating is available. Information: (714) 744-7278, www.orangestreetfair.org or www.cityoforange.org.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

SAN PEDRO - 45TH ANNUAL SAN PEDRO SPIRIT OF THE HOLIDAYS PARADE. The 45th Annual Holiday Parade will take place from 1 - 3 p.m. in downtown San Pedro beginning at 13th Street and Pacific Avenue. The parade will continue north along Pacific Avenue to 6th Street, then continue east on 6th Street to Palos Verdes Street. The parade will include bands, drill teams, schools and non-profit organizations, elected officials, celebrities and corporate participants. Information: (310) 832-7272, www.sanpedrochamber.com or www.spholidayparade.com.

SANTA ANA - FAMILY FESTIVALS AT THE BOWERS MUSEUM. This month's festival will be an International Winter Holidays Festival. The event will take place from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the museum courtyard and will include music and dance performances and a variety of art activities. The Bowers Museum is located at 2002 N. Main Street. Information: (714) 567-3600 or www.bowers.org.

SANTA MONICA - MIRACLE ON MAIN STREET.. The Miracle on Main Street celebration will take place from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. along Main Street in downtown Santa Monica. The event will begin at 3:30 p.m. on the California Heritage Museum Lawn (2612 Main). There will be free face painting, live holiday music and more. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at 4 p.m. on a festive fire truck, and the tree lighting will take place at 5:39 p.m. with a performance by the Samohi Choir. Information: www.mainstreetsm.com.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. Golden State British Band. All performances (unless otherwise indicated) are at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Museum admission is not included with the concerts. Information: (714) 993-5075, (714) 993-3393 or www.nixonfoundation.org.

 MONDAY DECEMBER 8 

DANA POINT - DANA POINT TREE LIGHTING AT PINES PARK. The City of Dana Point Tree Lighting at Pines Park, 34941 Camino Capistrano, will take place from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. There will be holiday carolers, complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, treats, and the tree lighting at 5:15 p.m. Information: (949) 248-3530 or www.danapoint.org.

IRVINE - UC IRVINE MUSIC DEPARTMENT PERFORMANCES. UCI Chamber Music Concert showcasing UCI music students. The program will take place at 8 p.m. in Winifred Smith Halll on the UCI campus. See campus website for directions and current parking fees. Information: (949) 824-6615 or www.arts.uci.edu, go to music department events.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Two programs. At 7 p.m. in Mayman Hall, Adult Vocal Recital from adult voice students, and at 8 p.m. in Thayer Hall, Adult Flute Choir. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE CONCERTS. World Music: Brazilian Batucada, directed by Professor Kassandra Kocoshis, Balinese Gamelan, directed by Professor Caroline Reyes, and Mariachi, directed by Professor Euro Zambrano. The program will take place from 3 - 5 p.m. in the Alpert Recital Hall in the Herb Alpert Music Center. The campus address is 855 N. Vermont. Information: (323) 953-4000 x2880, www.lacitycollege.edu/departments/music/calendar-of-events or www.lacitycollege.edu.

TUSTIN - GLOBAL HARMONY SYMPHONY The Global Harmony Symphony, conducted by Valerie Geller, with Choir Master Doris Lang Koslof, will present the 15th annual sing-along and play-along of Handel's Messiah. The program will take place at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1221 Wass Street. Guest organist will be Charles Raasch, along with soloists Amanda Patterson, soprano, Aleta Braxton, also, Zechariah Beeker, tenor, and Raymond McLeod, baritone. For seat reservations email contact@globalharmonysymphony.com. The concert also will be livestreamed. Information: www.globalharmonysymphony.com.

 TUESDAY DECEMBER 9 

CERRITOS - PERFORMANCES AT THE CERRITOS PUBLIC LIBRARY. Cypress Senior Chorus holiday concert, directed by Lee Lassetter. Enjoy the sounds of the season in this annual concert presented by the Cypress Senior Chorus. The program will take place at 6 p.m. in the Skyline Room. The library is located at the Cerritos Civic Center, 18025 Bloomfield Avenue. Information: (562) 916-1342, http://library.cerritos.gov or www.cerritos.gov, go to "Library."

FULLERTON - CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY FULLERTON PERFORMANCES. Tuesday Matinee. The program of student performances will take place from 1 - 2:20 p.m. in the Recital Hall. Performances take place in the locations listed on the CSUF campus, State College/Nutwood. See campus website for directions and current parking fees. Information: (657) 278-3371 or www.arts.fullerton.edu.

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Surf City Nights, Orange County's largest weekly street fair and farmers market, takes place weekly from 5 - 9 p.m. throughout the year. The event includes over 100 vendors, family-friendly/live music street performances, and activities for children. The event takes place along Main Street in downtown Huntington Beach and The Strand on 5th. Check website for weekly entertainment information. Information: www.hbdowntown.com.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Chamber Forum. Students from the Conservatory of Music will present chamber works in an intimate recital setting. The program will take place at 2 p.m. in Thayer Hall. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE CONCERTS. World Music: Salsa Band, directed by Professors Kassandra Kocoshis and Euro Zambrano. The program will take place from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Alpert Recital Hall in the Herb Alpert Music Center. The campus address is 855 N. Vermont. Information: (323) 953-4000 x2880, www.lacitycollege.edu/departments/music/calendar-of-events or www.lacitycollege.edu.

REDONDO BEACH - 45TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY MUSIC AND TREE LIGHTING. The Redondo Beach event will take place beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Civic Center, 415 Diamond Street. There will be a presentation of Colors, musical performances and the lighting of the holiday tree. Parking is available in the library parking garage. Information: (310) 318-0610 or www.redondo.org.

 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 10 

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. Wild West Wednesdays with the Big City Hillbillies (Country) from 7 - 9 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

FULLERTON - CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY FULLERTON PERFORMANCES. CSUF New Music Ensemble and CSUF Contemporary Chamber Music Ensemble, directed by Pamela Madsen and Eric Dries. The program will take place at 8 p.m. in CPAC 119. Performances take place in the locations listed on the CSUF campus, State College/Nutwood. See campus website for directions and current parking fees. Information: (657) 278-3371 or www.arts.fullerton.edu.

LA MIRADA - BIOLA UNIVERSITY PERFORMANCES. Biola Pop Ensembles Christmas Concert. Worship Arts and Commercial Music areas will present a night of Christmas favorites. The program will take place at 7 p.m. in the SUB Fireplace Pavilion. The campus address is 13800 Biola Drive. See website for directions. Information: (562) 903-4892, www.biola.edu/music or www.biola.edu.

LA MIRADA - NOON CONCERTS AT BIOLA UNIVERSITY. Biola Percussion Ensemble. This long-standing, mid-day concert series tradition presents guest artists and university faculty and students. It brings to the campus and the community a special opportunity to hear outstanding performances from a variety of artists. All performances are from 12:30 - 1 p.m. in the Lansing Recital Hall, Crowell Music Building, on the Biola University Campus. Campus address is 13800 Biola Drive. See website for directions. Information: (562) 903-4892, www.biola.edu/music or www.biola.edu.

LAGUNA BEACH - LAGUNA COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND HOLIDAY CONCERTS. On December 10, the Laguna Community Concert Jazz Band will present a holiday jazz concert at 6:15 p.m. at the Laguna Beach Community Center/Susi Q Center, 380 3rd Street. The band's annual holiday concert will take place at 2 p.m. on December 14 at the Artist's Theater, Laguna Beach High School, 625 Park Avenue. Information: www.lagunaconcertband.com.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - USC THORNTON SCHOOL OF MUSIC PERFORMANCES. Strings Department Concerto Finals. Students from the strings department will perform concertos as part of this annual competition. The program will take place at 7 p.m. in the Newman Recital Hall. All concerts are free and open to the public (exceptions are noted). See website for current parking fees and attendance policies. Information: (213) 740-2584, www.music.usc.edu or www.usc.edu/music.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE CONCERTS. Pop Music Workshop, directed by Professor Trevor Anderies. The program will take place from 1 - 3 p.m. in the Alpert Recital Hall in the Herb Alpert Music Center. The campus address is 855 N. Vermont. Information: (323) 953-4000 x2880, www.lacitycollege.edu/departments/music/calendar-of-events or www.lacitycollege.edu.

PASADENA - PASADENA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MUSIC AT NOON CONCERTS. David Lee Ruest, violin, and Taro Wayama, guitar. Concerts as listed are in-person concerts; check on website for concert streaming schedule. In-person concerts are from 12:10 - 12:40 p.m. The church is in Downtown Pasadena at the corner of Colorado and Madison. Information: (626) 793-2191 or www.ppcmusic.org.

 THURSDAY DECEMBER 11 

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. The Guest Roomn (featuring Dreuh) from 7 - 9 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

ANAHEIM - DOWNTOWN ANAHEIM FARMERS MARKET. Farmers Market hours are 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Entertainment times vary. Check website for weekly schedules. The market is located at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Blvd). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com.

HOLLYWOOD/HOLLYWOOD HILLS - JAZZ IN THE COURTYARD AT OVATION HOLLYWOOD. Kira and the Major 3 (Jazz). The jazz quartet Kira and the Major 3 will present a variety of American jazz and world music standards from 5 - 7 p.m. in the Ovation Hollywood Center Courtyard, 6801 Hollywood Boulevard. See website for additional information on The Holly Belles and The Jingle 5 caroling performances. Information: (818) 964-9428 or www.ovationhollywood.com, go to events.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE CONCERTS. LACC Choir Program. There will be a combined performance by the Philharmonic Choir and Chamber Choir, directed by Dr. Irene Kim, with accompaniment by pianist Neil Windt. The program will take place from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Alpert Recital Hall in the Herb Alpert Music Center. The campus address is 855 N. Vermont. Information: (323) 953-4000 x2880, www.lacitycollege.edu/departments/music/calendar-of-events or www.lacitycollege.edu.

PLACENTIA - 31ST ANNUAL PLACENTIA TAMALE FESTIVAL. The Placita Santa Fe Merchants Association and the City of Placentia will presents the annual Tamale Festival from 4 - 10 p.m. in Old Town Placentia (Placita Santa Fe, 100 - 200 blocks of Santa Fe Avenue). The event will include live entertainment, a tree lighting at 6 p.m., a visit from Santa, food vendors, a beer and wine garden, and fresh tamales available for individual or quantity purchase. Information: (714) 993-8232, www.placentia.org or www.facebook.com/placentiatamalefest.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

 FRIDAY DECEMBER 12 

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. David Spitzfaden (Rock) from 7 - 9 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

LA PUENTE - LA PUENTE LIVE. La Puente Live is an open-air market in downtown La Puente on Main Street. The event will take place from 6 - 10 p.m. every Friday and will include produce sales and live entertainment. Bands will be: December 5 - closed, December 12 - Yanki Acteca, December 19 - Sedillo Band, December 26 - Smooth Touch and January 2 - Suave the Band. Information: (562) 375-0888, www.lapuentelive.com or www.facebook.com/lapuentelive.

LAGUNA BEACH - THE STAGE ON FOREST PERFORMANCES. The Stage on Forest performances are from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules; December performancs are scheduled for December 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Community School Winter Recitals. Instrumentalists and vocalists from the Community School of Performing Arts will take place on December 5, 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. in Thayer Hall. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

LOS ANGELES (MID WILSHIRE/MUSEUM DISTRICT) - HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES AT THE LOS ANGELES FARMERS MARKET. Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree. The event will take place from 6 - 9 p.m. on the Plaza, and there will be musical performances by The Four Parts, Greenway Fairfax High School Dance Company, The Swing Dolls, Grand Arts High School Holiday Jazz Carolers and Lil' Mo and the Dynaflos Doo Wop Christmas. There also will be a holiday photo booth, free hot chocolate, photos ops and a kids' craft from 5 - 7 p.m. Donations of unwrapped toys also will be accepted. Most events/activities take place on the Plaza at the Los Angeles Farmers Market, 6333 W. Third Street. Information: (323) 933-9211 or www.farmersmarketla.com.

POMONA - POMONA CONCERT BAND HOLIDAY CONCERT. The Pomona Concert Band, with musical director and conductor Linda W. Taylor and assitant conductor Kerry Kline, welcomes the community to attend the 2025 holiday concert. The "Happy Holidays" concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. at the Palomares Park Community Center, 499 E. Arrow Highway. The MC for the evening will be Mayor Tim Sandoval. Refreshments will be served at intermission. Information: (626) 824-0001, (909) 620-2324, www.ci.pomona.ca.us or www.pomonaconcertband.org.

REDLANDS - REDLANDS BOWL HOLIDAY PERFORMANCE. Christmas Under the Stars with Sail On (Beach Boys Tribute, with songs from the legendary Beach Boys Christmas album). The performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. Santa also will be making a pre-concert appearance at the Mission Gables Talbert Courtyard from 5 - 6:45 p.m. Information: www.redlandsbowl.org.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

 SATURDAY DECEMBER 13 

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. Buddy Lee (Rockabilly) from 7 - 9 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

ANAHEIM - TROMBONE CHRISTMAS AT ANAHEIM GARDENWALK. The Trobone Christmas performance will take place from noon - 1 p.m. at Anaheim Gardenwalk, 400 West Disney Way. There will be about 200 trombone players performing Christmas music in a festive environment. Information: (714) 635-7410 or www.anaheimgardenwalk.com, events; also www.trombonechristmas.org.

ARCADIA - DOWNTOWN ARCADIA HOLIDAY FAIR. The 2025 Downtown Arcadia Holiday Fair will take place from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. on First Avenue between Huntington and California. There will be festive entertainment, free activities for children, visits with Santa, food and merchandise vendors, food trucks and more. There also will be a prize giveaway including bikes, event tickets and more. Information: www.downtownarcadia.org.

BUENA PARK - CANDY CANELAND AND CRAFT FAIRE. The Candy Caneland and Craft Faire will take place from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Ehlers Event Center, 8150 Knott Avenue. There will be snow slides, game booths, a rock wall, raffles, food and craft vendors, a kids' craft area, live performances by local school groups and a visit from Santa. Parking is limited but there will be a free shuttle from Peak Park, 7225 El Dorado Drive. Information: (714) 236-3860 or www.buenapark.com.

CHINO - CHINO YOUTH CHRISTMAS PARADE AND FAIR. The Chino Youth Parade is a showcase of Chino's youth groups. The parade will begin at 9 a.m. at Monte Vista Avenue/Riverside Drive, then turn south on Central, continuing south on Central to City Hall. Immediately following the parade there will be a fair at City Hall, 13220 Central Avenue, until 2 p.m. Carnival rides, a craft fair, and food vendors (fee) also will be until 2 p.m. at the Civic Center and on D Street between 7th and 6th Streets, with entertainment on the steps of City Hall, with a Santa's Village at the Chino Youth Museum. The parade may be held if it rains, but other events will be cancelled. Information: (909) 334-3258 or www.cityofchino.org.

COLTON - 49TH ANNUAL COLTON CHRISTMAS PARADE. The Colton Christmas parade will take place beginning at 10 a.m. on La Cadena from "O" to "D" Streets. This year's theme is "A Nightmare Before Christmas." Information: (909) 825-2222, (909) 370-6153, www.coltonchamber.org or www.ci.colton.ca.us.

COMPTON - 70TH ANNUAL COMPTON CHRISTMAS PARADE. The 70th Annual Compton Christmas Parade will take place starting at 11 a.m. along Compton Boulevard between Bullis and Alameda Streets. Two-time Grammy-nominated rapper and songwriter The Game will be Grand Marshal. Information: (310) 605-5500 or www.comptoncity.org.

CORONA - CORONA HOLIDAY LIGHTING CELEBRATION. The city's tree lighting ceremony and holiday celebration will take place from 4 - 7 p.m. on the historic civic center front lawn, 815 W. Sixth Street. There will be live entertainment by local groups, the tree lighting ceremony, a snow play area, craft and food vendors, photo opportunities with Santa and more. Donations also will be accepted at the event for holiday toy drives. Parking is located at City Hall, 400 S. Vicentia Avenue. Information: (951) 736-2241 or www.coronaca.gov.

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Caroling Connection (Strolling Carolers) from noon - 4 p.m. and Gary Gould (Holiday Saxophone, at the Bridge) from 1 - 4 p.m. Santa Claus also will be present from noon - 4 p.m. and available for pictures from 2 - 4 p.m. near Nordstrom Rack. Bring your cameras! Performances take place at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage for evening concerts is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

FONTANA - FONTANA CHRISTMAS PARADE AND FESTIVAL OF WINTER. The Fontana Christmas Parade will begin at 10 a.m. at Sierra Avenue and Arrow Boulevard in downtown Fontana and continue down Sierra Avenue ending at the Festival of Winter at Miller Park. After the parade, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., the Festival of Winter will take place at Miller Park, 17004 Arrow Boulevard. Activities will include live entertainment, snow sledding, photo opportunities with Santa and a variety of vendors and activity booths. Information: (909) 349-6900, www.fontanarecreation.org or www.fontana.org.

GLENDORA - GLENDORA CHRISTMAS PARADE. The annual Glendora Christmas Parade will take place beginning at 9 a.m. The parade takes place from Glendora Village (at Bennett/Glendora), along Glendora and Foothill Boulevard to Grand, and to Grand/Bennett at the La Fetra and Sandburg Schools. There will be marching bands, equestrian units, Santa Claus and more. Information: (626) 963-4128 or www.glendorachristmasparade.com.

HUNTINGTON PARK - 74TH ANNUAL HUNTINGTON PARK HOLIDAY PARADE. The Huntington Park Holiday Parade, "Our City, A Northern Star for All," will take place beginning at 6 p.m. on Pacific Boulevard between Slauson Ave. and Florence Ave. There will be floats, marching bands, antique trolleys, dance groups, special guest celebrities and more. Information: (323) 584-6221, ww.hpca.gov or www.huntingtonpark.org.

LA VERNE - OLD TOWN LA VERNE HOLIDAY STROLL. The Old Town La Verne Holiday Stroll will take plac from 3 - 7 p.m. on D and Third Streets just south of Bonita Avenue. The evening of merriment from Old Town La Verne businesses and restaurants will include photos with Santa from 3 - 5:30 p.m. (bring your own camera), the annual telling of a classic holiday story, caroling, live music and the tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. Information: (909) 596-8700 or www.cityoflaverne.org.

LAGUNA BEACH - THE STAGE ON FOREST PERFORMANCES. The Stage on Forest performances are from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules; December performancs are scheduled for December 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar.

LAGUNA NIGUEL - LAGUNA NIGUEL HOLIDAY PARADE. The Laguna Niguel Holiday Parade will take place beginning at 10 a.m. on Crown Valley Parkway between Nueva Vista and Central Park. The parade will include equestrian units, patriotic and inspirational military tributes, youth groups, auto clubs, marching bands and more. Crown Valley Parkway will be closed to traffic; see website for parking and shuttle details. Information: (949) 425-5100 or www.cityoflagunaniguel.org.

LAKE FOREST - TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY. The City of Lake Forest tree lighting ceremony will take place from 3 - 6 p.m. at the Civic Center, 100 Civic Center Drive. There will be family-friendly games, crafts, entertainment, a holiday boutique and more. Information: (949) 461-3400 or www.lakeforestca.gov.

LONG BEACH - DAISY LANE PARADE AND NIGHT OF HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT. The 71st annual Daisy Lane Parade will take place from 5 - 7 p.m. along Daisy Avenue between Hill Street and Pacific Coast Highway. A link to a parade map is available at the last website listed. In most years, a night of holiday entertainment will take place on after the parade until 9 p.m. on the Daisy Lane median at Daisy Avenue and 20th Street. Information: (562) 570-7777, www.longbeach.gov, www.longbeach.gov/daisyparade or https://longbeach.gov/globalassets/city-news/68th-annual-daisy-lane-parade-map.

LONG BEACH - SHORELINE VILLAGE BOAT PARADE ACTIVITIES. Celebrate the season at Shoreline Village with a party for viewing the Shoreline Yacht Club Boat Parade. The event from 1 - 4 p.m. wil include carolers and photos with Santa. Stay in the village and view the parade from 5 - 7 p.m. Information: http://www.shorelinevillage.com.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Community School Winter Recitals. Instrumentalists and vocalists from the Community School of Performing Arts will take place at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. in Thayer Hall. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Music Academy Showcase. Music Academy students will perform in this recital series featuring a mix of repertoire. Performances will take place at 5 p.m. in Mayman Hall. The program also will be livestreamed. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

LOS ANGELES (SOUTH AND EAST) - ECHO PARK COMMUNITY PARADE. The historic community of Echo Park hosts the annual Echo Park Community Parade on the second Saturday in December from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The parade route is along Sunset Boulevard in Echo Park from Vin Scully Avenue to Park Avenue. Join Santa and members of the community in celebrating the holiday season. Information: www.echoparkcommunityparade.com.

NORCO - HORSETOWN PARADE OF LIGHTS AND CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL. The Norco Horsetown Parade of Lights will take place beginning at 5 p.m. along Sixth Street from Corona Avenue to Crestview Avenue and the George Ingalls Equestrian Event Center. The Christmas Festival will take place from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. at George Ingalls Equestrian Events Center, 3737 Crestview. The Christmas Festival will include fee-based activities (snow tot lot, skating rink, train) in addition to Santa, vendors and entertainment. Parking and admission are free; $10 fee for activity wristband. Information: (951) 270-5632 or www.ci.norco.ca.us.

PASASDENA - HOLIDAY EVENTS AT THE PASADENA PUBLIC LIBRARY/BRANCH LIBRARIES. Several holiday events will be taking place at the libraries, including the following: December 13 - Winter Celebration with the Candlelight Carolers from 4 - 6 p.m. at the San Rafael Branch Library, 1240 Nithsdale Road. Enjoy a blend of timeless classics and contemporary holiday tunes; also on December 13 - Holiday Concert presented by the Slide Rule Trombone Choir at 11 a.m. at the Lamanda Park Branch Library. On December 20, a Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-along at 11 a.m. at the Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Boulevard. On December 27, celebrate African American heritage through Kwanzaa at 11 a.m. at the La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Avenue. Information: (626) 744-4066, www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/library or www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net.

POMONA - POMONA HOLIDAY PARADE AND HOLIDAY AT THE PLAZA. The night-time holiday parade, "Neon Candyland," will take place beginning at 6 p.m., rain or shine, in downtown Pomona along Gibbs Street, 2nd Street, Park Avenue, Mission Boulevard and 3rd Street. The annual Holiday at the Plaza (Shaun Diamond Plaza) at the downtown Civic Center (2nd Street/Thomas Street) also will take place after the parade until 9 p.m. with Santa visits, food vendors, entertainment, crafts and more. Information: (909) 620-2056 or www.pomonaca.gov (City of Pomona) and (909) 469-1121 or www.downtownpomona.org (Downtown Pomona).

REDONDO BEACH - HOLIDAY CONCERT ON THE PIER. The Redondo Pier Association and Memorial Care Miller Children's and Women's Hospital Long Beach present this special holiday concert. The concert will take place from 2 - 4 p.m. at the west end of the pier, and there also will be a holiday photos and arts/crafts. Information: www.redondopier.com or www.facebook.com/redondopier.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

ROSSMOOR - ROSSMOOR WINTER FESTIVAL. The Rossmoor Winter Festival will take place from 4 - 9 p.m. at Rush Park, 3001 Blume Drive. There will be live music, snow play, a kids carnival, food trucks, holiday crafts and a visit from Santa. Parst of Blume drive between Oak Way and Chianti will be closed to traffic beginning at 9 a.m. Information: (562) 430-3707 or www.rossmoor-csd.org.

SANTA FE SPRINGS - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION. The traditional cultural event depicts Mary and Joseph's journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of shelter. The program will begin with a candle-lit procession at 6:30 p.m. through Heritage Park and will include traditional carols sung in English and Spanish as well as mariachi and folklorico dance performances. Food will be available for purchase. The event will take place from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Heritage Park, 12100 Mora Drive off Telegraph Road. Information: (562) 946-6476 or www.santafesprings.org.

SANTA MONICA - SANTA MONICA 150TH CELEBRATION GRAND FINALE. Over the past few months, the community has come together to reflect on 150 years of history. Celebrate the culmination of the milestone year with a free cultural festival and community gathering on the Third Street Promenade. The event will take place from noon - 5 p.m. and will include live music, the theme of PLAY on the 1200 block, the theme of Arts and Culture on the 1300 block and music on the main stage on the 1400 block. Information: www.celebrating150.com, www.santamonica.gov or www.downtownsm.com.

WEST COVINA - WEST COVINA CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PARADE AND SANTA'S VILLAGE. The West Covina Children's Christmas Parade is hosted by the West Covina Kiwanis. The parade will take place at 10 a.m. on S. Glendora Avenue beginning at Walnut Creek Parkway. The parade is for children of all ages and is a walking parade only with no vehicles allowed. There will be individuals and families, bands, drill teams, athletic teams, cheerleaders and school and church groups. The Santa's Village will take place from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the end of the parade route, where there will be games, entertainment, pictures with Santa, a petting zoo, boutique and more. Information: (626) 260-1997 or www.westcovinakiwanis.com

WEST HOLLYWOOD - WINTER WONDERLAND. The Winter Wonderland will take place from 1 - 4 p.m. at West Hollywood Park and Dog Park, 647 N. San Vincente. The event will include an ice skating rink, festive activities, holiday music, arts/crafts and seasonal treats. In case of rain, the event will move indoors to the Doheny Room on the second floor of the West Hollywood Aquatic and Recreation Center. Information: (323) 848-6534 or www.weho.org

WHITTIER - 71ST ANNUAL UPTOWN WHITTIER CHRISTMAS PARADE. The Christmas Parade will take place on Greenleaf Avenue in Uptown Whittier from 10 a.m. - noon. The parade will travel south on Greenleaf from Hadley to Mar Vista, and it will feature marching bands, drill teams, equestrian units, floats, and a special appearance by Santa. Information: (562) 696-2662, www.cityofwhittier.org or www.whittieruptown.org.

WOODLAND HILLS - HOLIDAY ARTS AND MUSIC FESTIVAL. The 2025 Holiday Arts and Music Festival will take place from 1 - 4:30 p.m. at Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Boulevard. There will be a snow area, free holiday arts and crafts for children, holiday shopping, free photos with Santa, and entertainment. Information: (818) 704-1368 or www.valleycultural.org.

 SUNDAY DECEMBER 14 

HAPPY CHANUKAH!

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. Narajita Flamenco Sunset Flamenco Show (Flamenco Music/Dance) at MAKE from 6 - 8 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

EL SEGUNDO - EL SEGUNDO HOLIDAY PARADE. The 61st Annual Holiday Parade will take place from 1 - 3 p.m. along Main Street in downtown El Segundo. This year's theme is "Santa's Workshop." The parade begins on Main Street at Imperial Avenue and proceeds south to El Segundo Boulevard. The parade will include marching bands, musical groups, floats, antique cars, and more. Information: (310) 322-1220, (310) 524-2700, www.elsegundochamber.com or www.elsegundo.org.

LAGUNA BEACH - LAGUNA COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND HOLIDAY CONCERTS. On December 10, the Laguna Community Concert Jazz Band will present a holiday jazz concert at 6:15 p.m. at the Laguna Beach Community Center/Susi Q Center, 380 3rd Street. The band's annual holiday concert will take place at 2 p.m. on December 14 at the Artist's Theater, Laguna Beach High School, 625 Park Avenue. Information: www.lagunaconcertband.com.

LAGUNA BEACH - THE STAGE ON FOREST PERFORMANCES. The Stage on Forest performances are from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules; December performancs are scheduled for December 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar.

LAGUNA BEACH - CHANUKAH AT MAIN BEACH The Laguna Beach Chanukah celebration will take place at 2 p.m. at the cobblestone area of the Main Beach. There will be music, dancing, face painting and crafts for kids, and the lighting of the surfboard menorah. Information: (949) 499-0770, www.chabadoflaguna.com or www.lagunabeachcity.net.

LAGUNA NIGUEL - LAGUNA NIGUEL CHANUKAH CELEBRATION. The Laguna Niguel Chanukah Celebration and Grand Menorah Lighting with Chabad Laguna Niguel will take place at 4 p.m. at Laguna Niguel City Hall, 30111 Crown Valley Parkway. There will be the menorah lighting, music, Chanuah fun, crafts, doughnuts and latkes. Information: (949) 831-7701, www.chabadlagunaniguel.com or www.cityoflagunaniguel.org.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Adult Jazz Concert. Musical director Liz Kinnon will lead Colburn's Adult Jazz Workshops in a mix of swing, blues, be-bop and Latin-flavored tunes. The program will take place at 5:30 p.m. in Mayman Hall. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

LOS ANGELES (MID WILSHIRE/MUSEUM DISTRICT) - HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES AT THE LOS ANGELES FARMERS MARKET. Chanukah Celebration from 2:30 - 5 p.m. with JLA and Miracle Mile Chabad. There will be a menorah ice sculpture carving, arts and crafts, musical performances and sing-alongs, and the lighiting of the ice scupture menorah at 5 p.m. Most events/activities take place on the Plaza at the Los Angeles Farmers Market, 6333 W. Third Street. Information: (323) 933-9211 or www.farmersmarketla.com.

MANHATTAN BEACH - SKECHERS/MANHATTAN BEACH HOLIDAY FIREWORKS FESTIVAL. The Manhattan Beach Holiday Fireworks Festival will take place from 3 - 8 p.m. at the Manhattan Beach Pier. The snow park will open to the public at 4 p.m., and the Santa Float will be on Manhattan Avenue for photos. Main stage entertainment will begin at 4 p.m. and the fireworks show will take place at 7 p.m. Bring blankets and beach chairs for seating. See full schedule and event locations on website. Information: (310) 802-5000, www.mbfireworks.com or www.citymb.info.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

SANTA MONICA - PALISADES SYMPHONY. Maxim Kusin, music director, joined by the Brentwood Palisades Chorale, led by Susan S. Rosenstein, and guest conductor Andrew Karatai. "From Dvorak's Joy to Bloch's Prayer." On the eve of Chanukah, the Symphony and Chorale will come together to perform Dvorak's Carnival Overture and Ernest Bloch's Avodath Hakodesh (Sacred Service), a work for baritone (cantor), chorus and orchestra, with Cantor Marcus Feldman, baritone. The concert will take place at 1 p.m. at Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 1343 Ocean Park Boulevard. Information: (310) 454-8040 or www.palisadessymphony.org.

SOUTH GATE - SOUTH GATE CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS LANE PARADE AND FESTIVAL. The annual parade will take place from noon - 2 p.m. on Tweedy Boulevard. The Santa's Village Festival will take place from 2 - 5 p.m. at South Gate Recreational Park. There will be free toys and giveaways, live entertainment, food and merchandise vendors, information booths and photos with Santa. Information: (323) 567-1203, www.cityofsouthgate.org or www.southgatecc.org.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. Kidsingers. All performances (unless otherwise indicated) are at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Museum admission is not included with the concerts. Information: (714) 993-5075, (714) 993-3393 or www.nixonfoundation.org.

 MONDAY DECEMBER 15 

BEVERLY HILLS - BEVERLY HILLS MENORAH LIGHTING CELEBRATION. The Beverly Hills City Council will share the spirit of Hanukkah and the festival of lights with the city's Menorah Lighting Celebration. The event will take place from 5:30 - 6 p.m. at the Lily Pond at Beverly Gardens Park, 1302 Park Way. Information: www.beverlyhills.org or www.lovebeverlyhills.com.

ONTARIO - ONTARIO/CHAFFEY COMMUNITY SHOW BAND. The Ontario/Chaffey Community Show Band will present "Home for the Holidays" at 7:30 p.m. in the Merton E. Hill Auditorium located on the Chaffey High School campus, Fifth Street at N. Euclid Avenue. Concert attendees are invited to arrive at 7 p.m. for entertainment by The Woodwind Celebration Ensemble in the lobby, where complimentary coffee and cookies will be served. Information: (909) 226-5748, www.showband.net or www.ci.ontario.ca.us.

 TUESDAY DECEMBER 16 

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Surf City Nights, Orange County's largest weekly street fair and farmers market, takes place weekly from 5 - 9 p.m. throughout the year. The event includes over 100 vendors, family-friendly/live music street performances, and activities for children. The event takes place along Main Street in downtown Huntington Beach and The Strand on 5th. Check website for weekly entertainment information. Information: www.hbdowntown.com.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 17 

GLENDALE - "MUSIC AT NOON" CONCERTS. The free half-hour concerts take place from 12:10 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. at Glendale City Church, 610 E. California Avenue. This month's concerts will be: December 3 - Ken Aiso, violin, and Valeria Morgovskaya, piano, and December 17 - Nancy Roth, violin, and Lorenzo Sanchez, piano. Information: (818) 244-7241, www.glendalenoonconcerts.blogspot.com or www.glendalecitychurch.org.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Suzuki Holiday Celebration. The Community School's Suzuki violin and cello students will perform a festive program of holiday favorites. The program will take place at 6 p.m. in Zipper Hall. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

PASADENA - PASADENA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MUSIC AT NOON CONCERTS. Pianist Julian Jaeyoung Kim. Concerts as listed are in-person concerts; check on website for concert streaming schedule. In-person concerts are from 12:10 - 12:40 p.m. The church is in Downtown Pasadena at the corner of Colorado and Madison. Information: (626) 793-2191 or www.ppcmusic.org.

 THURSDAY DECEMBER 18 

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. Darden (Americana) from 7 - 9 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

ANAHEIM - DOWNTOWN ANAHEIM FARMERS MARKET. Farmers Market hours are 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Entertainment times vary. Check website for weekly schedules. The market is located at Center Street Promenade and Lemon Street (south of Lincoln and east of Harbor Blvd). Information: (714) 956-3586 or www.downtownanaheim.com.

HOLLYWOOD/HOLLYWOOD HILLS - JAZZ IN THE COURTYARD AT OVATION HOLLYWOOD. Kira and the Major 3 (Jazz). The jazz quartet Kira and the Major 3 will present a variety of American jazz and world music standards from 5 - 7 p.m. in the Ovation Hollywood Center Courtyard, 6801 Hollywood Boulevard. See website for additional information on The Holly Belles and The Jingle 5 caroling performances. Information: (818) 964-9428 or www.ovationhollywood.com, go to events.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

LOS ANGELES (MID-WILSHIRE/MUSEUM DISTRICT) - SILVER LAKE CHANUKAH STREET FESTIVAL. The Chanukah Festival will take place from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Sunset Triangle Plaza, 3700 Sunset Boulevard. The event will include modern Jewish jazz, a train for kids, pastrami, latkes and donuts. Information: (323) 784-3440 or www.jewishsilverlake.com/events.

PASADENA - CHANUKAH MENORAH PARADE AND CELEBRATION IN PLAYHOUSE VILLAGE. Chabad of Pasadena and Playhouse Village Foundation invite the public to a Chanukah celebration including a menorah car parade, public menorah lighting and festive activities for the whole family. The car parade will begin at 5 p.m. at Chabad of Pasadena, 1090 E. Walnut Street, and the celebration will take place at 6 p.m. in Playhouse Village Park, 701 E. Union Street. Information: (626) 744-0340 or www.playhousevillage.org.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

SANTA MONICA - LOCALS NIGHT AT THE SANTA MONICA PIER. The holiday edition of the third Thursday event on the Santa Monica Pier will feature DJ and live music from local bands, art exhibits, youth activities, a car show, pier business discounts and more. The event will take place from 3 - 10 p.m. at various locations on the pier. See website for most current information on specific performances and activities. Information: www.santamonicapier.org.

SANTA MONICA - SANTA MONICA PUBLIC LIBRARY PERFORMANCES. SMC Lyric Chorus presents Songs of the Season. The Chorus, directed by Tom Gerhold, will present Broadway tunes and songs of the season. The program will take place from 11 a.m. - noon at the Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Boulevard. Information: (310) 458-8600 or www.smpl.org.

 FRIDAY DECEMBER 19 

GARDEN GROVE - CHRISTMAS AT THE CATHEDRAL. Celebrate the Christmas season at Christ Cathedral with the centuries old tradition of the Service of Lessons and Carols. The candlelit evening will feature Choral Christmas favorites and Congregational Carols complementing scripture readings about the birth of Christ. The program will feature music by American composers Wayne Oquin and Eric Whitacre. The program will take place from 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Christ Cathedral, 13280 Chapman Avenue. Seating will be on a first-come basis, and doors will open at 7 p.m. Information: www.christcathedralmusic.org.

LA PUENTE - LA PUENTE LIVE. La Puente Live is an open-air market in downtown La Puente on Main Street. The event will take place from 6 - 10 p.m. every Friday and will include produce sales and live entertainment. Bands will be: December 5 - closed, December 12 - Yanki Acteca, December 19 - Sedillo Band, December 26 - Smooth Touch and January 2 - Suave the Band. Information: (562) 375-0888, www.lapuentelive.com or www.facebook.com/lapuentelive.

LAGUNA BEACH - THE STAGE ON FOREST PERFORMANCES. The Stage on Forest performances are from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules; December performancs are scheduled for December 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

LOS ANGELES (SOUTH AND EAST) - PLAZA DE LA RAZA HOLIDAY CELEBRATION. The Plaza de la Raza 2025 holiday celebration will take place from 5 - 9:30 p.m. at Plaza de la Raza, 3540 N. Mission Road. The festivities will include live performances, food and art vendors, a photo booth, and Santa Claus for the kids. Free admission and parking. Information: www.instagram.com/plazadelaraza.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

 SATURDAY DECEMBER 20 

ALHAMBRA - ALHAMBRA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER PROGRAMS. The Alhambra Performing Arts Center, under the direction of chef/artistic director Bill Yee, will present the Randy Van Horne Singers Christmas Concert. The program will include traditional carols and popular holiday songs sung in four-part harmony. The program will take place at 7 p.m. in the Sage Granada Park United Methodist Church, 1850 W. Hellman Drive. Seating is limited and on a first-come basis. Reservations are required via Eventbrite for free entry; $25 donation at the door without reservations. Information: (626) 230-5435, http://alhambra.eventbrite.com or e-mail at bizwind@yahoo.com.

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. Formby (Reggae) from 7 - 9 p.m.; also Dave Stretch (Holiday at MAKE) from 7 - 9 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Caroling Connection (Strolling Carolers) from noon - 4 p.m., Alan Lightner (Holiday Steel Drums, at the Bridge) from 1 - 4 p.m., and Crossroads Band (Classic Pop/Rock, Holiday) from 5 - 8 p.m. Santa Claus also will be present from noon - 4 p.m. and available for pictures from 2 - 4 p.m. near Nordstrom Rack. Bring your cameras! Performances take place at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage for evening concerts is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

LAGUNA BEACH - THE STAGE ON FOREST PERFORMANCES. The Stage on Forest performances are from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules; December performancs are scheduled for December 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

PASADENA - THIRD @ FIRST PRESENTED BY FUMC PASADENA. Christmas Joy Concert. The concert of carols both classic and new will take place from 4 - 5 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 500 E. Colorado Boulevard. Information: www.thirdatfirst.org or www.fumcpasadena.org.

PASASDENA - HOLIDAY EVENTS AT THE PASADENA PUBLIC LIBRARY/BRANCH LIBRARIES. Several holiday events will be taking place at the libraries, including the following: December 13 - Winter Celebration with the Candlelight Carolers from 4 - 6 p.m. at the San Rafael Branch Library, 1240 Nithsdale Road. Enjoy a blend of timeless classics and contemporary holiday tunes; also on December 13 - Holiday Concert presented by the Slide Rule Trombone Choir at 11 a.m. at the Lamanda Park Branch Library. On December 20, a Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-along at 11 a.m. at the Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Boulevard. On December 27, celebrate African American heritage through Kwanzaa at 11 a.m. at the La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Avenue. Information: (626) 744-4066, www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/library or www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

SANTA MONICA - SANTA MONICA SYMPHONY. "Scenes from Life: Joy." Pola Benke, conductor. The concert will take place from 7 - 9 p.m. in Barnum Hall, Santa Monica High School, 600 Olympic Boulevard. The program will include music by Brahms, Glazunov, Tchaikovsky, Leroy Anderson and John Higgins. Reservations are required and can be made via the link on the Symphony website. Information: (310) 395-6330 or www.smsymphony.org.

 SUNDAY DECEMBER 21 

CLAREMONT - CLAREMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Annual Messiah Sing-Along Concert: Messiah Part I plus the Hallelujah Chorus, with Thalia Moore, soprano, Meghan Linnington, mezzo-soprano, James Salazar, tenor, and Eric Castro, baritone. Performances will take place at 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. in Bridges Hall of Music, 150 4th Street on the Pomona College campus. Information: www.claremontso.org.

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Caroling Connection (Strolling Carolers) from noon - 4 p.m. and Brad Winchell (Holiday Steel Drums, at the Bridge) from 1 - 4 p.m. Santa Claus also will be present from noon - 4 p.m. and available for pictures from 2 - 4 p.m. near Nordstrom Rack. Bring your cameras! Performances take place at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage for evening concerts is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

FULLERTON - HOLIDAY FESTIVAL AT THE MUCKENTHALER CENTER. The Muckenthaler Holiday Festival will take place from noon - 4 p.m. and will include a variety of performances, an arts and crafts fair, and art workshops for children. The Muckenthaler Center is located at 1201 West Malvern Avenue near Euclid. Information: (714) 738-6595 or www.themuck.org.

LAGUNA BEACH - THE STAGE ON FOREST PERFORMANCES. The Stage on Forest performances are from 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 5 - 7 p.m. on Sunday on The Promenade on Forest, Forest Avenue between Coast Highway and Glenneyre. Check website calendar for ongoing weekly schedules; December performancs are scheduled for December 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21. Information: (949) 497-3311 or www.lagunabeachcity.net, go to calendar.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - PERFORMANCES AT THE COLBURN SCHOOL Musical Theatre Winter Performance. The Sunday Musical Theatre Workshop will present ensemble songs from Cabaret, Sweet Charity and Rent as well as musical theatre solos and duets. The program will take place at 5 p.m. in Zipper Hall. Performances are open to the public; some may require advanced tickets/reservations. The Colburn School is located at 200 South Grand across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Information: (213) 621-2200 or www.colburnschool.edu.

ORANGE - ST. JOHN'S CONCERT SERIES. Bluegrass Christmas Concert. Celebrate the season with an energetic take on the classical music of the season with a bluegrass band led by Stephan Nosrat. The program will include a sing-along of Christmas carols. The program will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the Walker Hall Auditorium at St. John's Lutheran Church of Orange, 185 S. Center Street. Information: (714) 288-44431 or www.stjohnsorange.org.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. Placentia Community Chorus. All performances (unless otherwise indicated) are at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Museum admission is not included with the concerts. Information: (714) 993-5075, (714) 993-3393 or www.nixonfoundation.org.

 MONDAY DECEMBER 22 

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

 TUESDAY DECEMBER 23 

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Surf City Nights, Orange County's largest weekly street fair and farmers market, takes place weekly from 5 - 9 p.m. throughout the year. The event includes over 100 vendors, family-friendly/live music street performances, and activities for children. The event takes place along Main Street in downtown Huntington Beach and The Strand on 5th. Check website for weekly entertainment information. Information: www.hbdowntown.com.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 24 

COSTA MESA - METRO POINTE ENTERTAINMENT SERIES. Caroling Connection (Strolling Carolers) from noon - 4 p.m. Performances take place at Metro Pointe at South Coast, 901 South Coast Drive. Stage for evening concerts is outdoors facing the restaurants. No lawn chairs. Information: (714) 481-5009 or www.metropointe.com.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LAS POSADAS CELEBRATION AT THE EL PUEBLO MONUMENT. The Las Posadas candlelight procession and gathering will take place nightly from 6 - 8 p.m. at the El Pueblo Historical Monument (Olvera Street, across from Union Station). The nine-night presentation of the journey of Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem begins with a children's pinata at 6:15 p.m., and is followed by a candlelight procession each night at 7:15 p.m. Entertainment by Rondalla del Sol will be nightly from 6:30 - 8 p.m., and there also will be free sweet bread and champurrado after the procession (while supplies last). Information: (213) 625-7074, (213) 485-8372, www.olveraevents.com, www.olvera-street.com or www.elpueblo.lacity.org.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - LA COUNTY HOLIDAY CELEBRATION. The 66th annual holiday show will take place from 3 - 6 p.m. in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at the Music Center, 135 N. Grand Avenue. The Holiday Celebration features music and dance of the season from the many neighborhoods and cultures of Los Angeles. Doors open at 2 p.m. Reservations open on December 16. IF ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE FULL, A STANDBY LINE WILL BE AVAILABLE AND YOU CAN SIGN UP ON THE WEBSITE TO BE NOTIFIED IF ANY ADVANCED RESERVATION SPOTS BECOME AVAILABLE. Admission and parking are free, and there are no restrictions on entering and leaving the show at any time during the performances. See website for complete list of performers. Information: (213) 972-3099, www.holidaycelebration.org or www.musiccenter.org.

PASADENA - PASADENA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MUSIC AT NOON CONCERTS. Christmas Eve - no concert Concerts as listed are in-person concerts; check on website for concert streaming schedule. In-person concerts are from 12:10 - 12:40 p.m. The church is in Downtown Pasadena at the corner of Colorado and Madison. Information: (626) 793-2191 or www.ppcmusic.org.

 THURSDAY DECEMBER 25 

 FRIDAY DECEMBER 26 

HAPPY KWANZAA!

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. Live DJ Set from Crisanto Santa Ana from 6 - 9 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

LA PUENTE - LA PUENTE LIVE. La Puente Live is an open-air market in downtown La Puente on Main Street. The event will take place from 6 - 10 p.m. every Friday and will include produce sales and live entertainment. Bands will be: December 5 - closed, December 12 - Yanki Acteca, December 19 - Sedillo Band, December 26 - Smooth Touch and January 2 - Suave the Band. Information: (562) 375-0888, www.lapuentelive.com or www.facebook.com/lapuentelive.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

 SATURDAY DECEMBER 27 

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. Jetpack (Surf Rock) and Rancho Del Rey (Western) from 7 - 9 p.m.; also Dree Mon (Holiday Acoustic Soul/Funk at MAKE) from 7 - 9 p.m. Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

PASASDENA - HOLIDAY EVENTS AT THE PASADENA PUBLIC LIBRARY/BRANCH LIBRARIES. Several holiday events will be taking place at the libraries, including the following: December 13 - Winter Celebration with the Candlelight Carolers from 4 - 6 p.m. at the San Rafael Branch Library, 1240 Nithsdale Road. Enjoy a blend of timeless classics and contemporary holiday tunes; also on December 13 - Holiday Concert presented by the Slide Rule Trombone Choir at 11 a.m. at the Lamanda Park Branch Library. On December 20, a Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-along at 11 a.m. at the Hastings Branch Library, 3325 E. Orange Grove Boulevard. On December 27, celebrate African American heritage through Kwanzaa at 11 a.m. at the La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Avenue. Information: (626) 744-4066, www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/library or www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net.

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

 SUNDAY DECEMBER 28 

RIVERSIDE - NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS. The Riverside Festival of Lights will continue through December 31, and there will be community entertainers Thursday through Sunday from 5 - 10 p.m. at 9th Street and Main. Other Festival activities include an ice rink (fee), food and merchandise vendors, visits with Santa and more, along with the light display at the Mission Inn. Entertainment schedules for the duration of the event are available by clicking the "Entertainment" link on the Festival website (first website listed). Information: (951) 683-7100, (951) 826-5586, www.riversideca.gov/fol or www.riverside-chamber.com.

YORBA LINDA - NIXON LIBRARY FAMILY CONCERT SERIES. Pianist/Vocalist Kristen Spath. All performances (unless otherwise indicated) are at 2 p.m. at the Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard near Imperial Highway. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Museum admission is not included with the concerts. Information: (714) 993-5075, (714) 993-3393 or www.nixonfoundation.org.

 MONDAY DECEMBER 29 

There are no performances scheduled on this date.

 TUESDAY DECEMBER 30 

HUNTINGTON BEACH - SURF CITY NIGHTS. Surf City Nights, Orange County's largest weekly street fair and farmers market, takes place weekly from 5 - 9 p.m. throughout the year. The event includes over 100 vendors, family-friendly/live music street performances, and activities for children. The event takes place along Main Street in downtown Huntington Beach and The Strand on 5th. Check website for weekly entertainment information. Information: www.hbdowntown.com.

 WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 31 

ANAHEIM - PERFORMANCES AT THE PACKING HOUSE. East Coast Countdown and music from Full Tilt Boogie from 7 - 9 p.m.; also New Year's Eve Jazz with the JH Factor Trio from 6 - 8 p.m. (at MAKE) Weekly performances at the Packing House on the mezzanine stage vary. The Packing House weekly performances take place on Friday and Saturday (and where otherwise noted). When multiple acts are noted on Saturday nights, generally one act is on the mezzanine stage at the Packing House and the other(s) are at the Unsung Brewery in the MAKE Building and/or at the Anaheim Brewery. The Anaheim Packing District is located at 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard. Information www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com.

ANAHEIM - COUNTDOWN TO 2026 AT STC ANAHEIM GARDENWALK. Join the New Year's Eve party from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. at STC Gardenwalk, 400 West Disney Way. There will be a dance party with live bands, DJs and other performers, giveaways, a street fair with street vendors and more. RSVP for the event using the link on the website event page. Information: (714) 635-7410 or www.anaheimgardenwalk.com, events.

FULLERTON - FIRST NIGHT FULLERTON. Fullerton's New Year's Eve celebration returns for 2025. The alcohol-free event will take place from 7 p.m. - midnight in the area on and around the downtown Fullerton Plaza, Wilshire Avenue at Pomona Avenue. There will be live music, food and beverage options from food trucks and local vendors, a family fun zone and more. Details available closer to the date of the event. Information: (714) 738-6575 or www.cityoffullerton.com.

LOS ANGELES (DOWNTOWN AND VICINITY) - NEW YEAR'S EVE LA (N.Y.E.L.A). Ring in the New Year at Gloria Molina Grand Park in downtown LA. The event will take place from 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. and will feature live music, large art installations, food vendors, giant 3D video projections on City Hall, an integrated light show and more. This will be an alcohol-free and family-friendly event; no outside alcohol permitted. See website for additional information. Information: (213) 972-8080, www.grandparkla.org or www.musiccenter.org.

PASADENA - PASADENA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MUSIC AT NOON CONCERTS. New Year's Eve - no concert. Concerts as listed are in-person concerts; check on website for concert streaming schedule. In-person concerts are from 12:10 - 12:40 p.m. The church is in Downtown Pasadena at the corner of Colorado and Madison. Information: (626) 793-2191 or www.ppcmusic.org.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA - NEW YEAR'S EVE "CELEBRATING FAMILY AND FRIENDS" EVENT. The "Celebrating Family and Friends" New Year's Eve event will take place from 5 - 9 p.m. at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center, 22232 El Paseo. There will be live music by Blind Melody - Lily Gabora, Elliot Battle and the 5150s, and special guest Tasmen Hughes, activites for all ages, interactive arts and crafts, inflatables, snow fun, food vendors, and more. The event is an alcohol-free event. Information: (949) 216-9700 or www.cityofrsm.org.

TEMECULA - TEMECULA NEW YEAR'S EVE GRAPE DROP. The New Year's Eve celebration at the Civic Center in Old Town Temecula will take place from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Celebrate the New Year Temecula-style with a drone show at 8:50 p.m. leading to an East Coast grape drop countdowns at 9 p.m. There also will be ongoing live musical entertainment, activities for children, food vendors and more. Information: (951) 694-6480, www.temeculaca.gov or www.cityoftemecula.org.

 THURSDAY JANUARY 1 

PASADENA - 137TH ANNUAL ROSE PARADE. The 137th Annual Rose Parade will kick off today at 8 a.m. along Orange Grove and Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena. This year's theme is "The Magic in Teamwork." The grand marshal will be Earvin "Magic" Johnson. Information: (626) 449-4100 or www.tournamentofroses.com.

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