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Ralph Breaks the Internet (PG)
Dolby Lase Dolby Soun Nov. 21 - Dec. 16 | 1 hr. 55 min. | NR Nov 20-25 Only: Take your photo with Ralph and Vanellope at the character meet & greet before the movie! Before all screenings, enjoy immersive photo ops in the lobby & living internet projections inside the theatre.
Find out more »Train To Santa’s Workshop
Embark on a magical train ride and visit with Santa Claus himself at his North Pole workshop. Ride the train, where elves will lead your family in Christmas songs, holiday trivia games and storytelling. Santa greets the guests as they arrive at the workshop. Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus at a play area where
Find out more »Breakfast with Santa
TIME (Saturday) 8:00 am - 11:00 am A time honored classic for Christmas, this morning at the Museum includes a continental breakfast of yummy treats, a colorful craft for each child, a classic photo with Santa Claus and free admission into the Museum! Don’t miss your chance to spend some quality family time together and
Find out more »The Nutcracker (Red Chair)
A Southern California tradition for the past 13 years! Unique among area Nutcracker productions, The Red Chair’s energetic rendition features young performers, ages 5 to 18, in principal and supporting roles along with adults. Amidst lavish sets and glittering costumes, a cast of over 100 will bring to life the enchanting storybook tale of a
Find out more »A Christmas Carol
Nineteenth-century London comes to life when your family joins the SCR family for the holidays. Recapture the spirit of an old-fashioned Christmas with this timeless Dickens classic and all your favorite characters—Tiny Tim and the Cratchit family, the Fezziwigs, the Ghosts of Christmas past, present and yet-to-come—and, as always, Hal Landon Jr. as everyone's favorite
Find out more »Holiday Fun at the Farmer
Join us at the Gilchrist Farm on December 8th & 9th 2018 for Holidays at the Farm! HOLIDAY HORSE AND RIDER PARADE SATURDAY AT 10AM! THIS EVENT IS SURE TO PLEASE AS ELVES, ANGELS AND OTHERS PARADE PAST ON DECKED OUT HORSES-DELIVERING SANTA TO THE HOEDOWN BY WAGON! Festive Petting Zoo-Goats, pigs, bunnies, ducks, chickens!
Find out more »Huntington Harbour Holiday Boat Parade
The Cruise of Lights® is our way of providing funds for the music education of Orange County school children. The Boat Parade is a ‘thank you’ to the homeowners of Huntington Harbour for decorating their homes, in anticipation of the Cruise of Lights®. It is that time of year when we get excited about the
Find out more »31st Annual Candlelight Walk
Experience the historic park in a unique, once-a-year opportunity during Heritage Hill’s Candlelight Tours. More than 1,000 luminaries will light the park’s pathways as strolling carolers and musicians fill the air with music. Admission is $5.00 per person ages 3 and over (under the age of 3 is free).
Find out more »A Weekend of Holiday Merriment
Ticket to the Twenties Saturday & Sunday, October 6 & 7, 2018 • 3 to 7 p.m. both days • Free—but bring spending money for food and shopping. Food trucks on hand: The Bakery Truck, Piaggio, Mac'd N Loaded, and Ragin' Cajun. • 1920s dress is encouraged and Prohibition will be strictly enforced! • Sorry, no
Find out more »Snow Wonder
Save the date for this fun family event taking place December 8, 2018, from noon to 6 p.m. Stick around for the evening's annual Holiday Boat Parade, which kicks off with a brief fireworks show at 5:55 p.m. Burton Chace Park is transformed into a winter wonderland with tons of real snow and a sledding
Find out more »65th Annual Uptown Christmas Parade “Christmas Around the World”
The Whittier Uptown Association invites you and your family to our 65th Annual Uptown Whittier Christmas Parade Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 10am to 12noon. This year's theme is "Christmas Around the World" Our parade attracts over 15,000 visitors from Whittier and surrounding communities. Many attend to see their friends and family walk though
Find out more »Christmas Tree Lane Opening Night & Tree Lighting
In 1990, Christmas Tree Lane was listed in the National Register of Historic Places and became California State Landmark. Of particular interest to those who were reviewing the application, it was noted that Christmas Tree Lane brought about the singularly significant social convergence of two relatively new commodities: the outdoor electric light and the automobile.
Find out more »Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade and Fireworks
Approximately 25,000 people view the Marina del Rey Boat Parade each year. Many enjoy the festivities from popular viewing spots like Fisherman’s Village or Burton Chace Park, while others enjoy the view of the parade from a water front restaurant, their balcony at home or from the comfort of their hotel room. The boat parade
Find out more »The Nutcracker for Kids
Overview Roger Kalia, conductor Festival Ballet Theatre — Salwa Rizkalla, artistic director Pacific Symphony TCHAIKOVSKY: Selections from "The Nutcracker" Visions of sugarplums and beautiful ballerinas will dance in your head after seeing Tchaikovsky’s delightful Christmas ballet, performed in a condensed version created just for kids. This annual favorite finishes with a grand finale sing-along and
Find out more »Breakfast with Santa Claus
Join us for continental breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus held at California Pizza Kitchen. This event is a limited ticketed event. Tickets are available soon at our Concierge Booth in Center Court. Ticket prices are $5 per adult and $3 per child. Everyone attending the breakfast must have a ticket.
Find out more »Montana Ave. Holiday Walk
New This Year! It’s on a Saturday, Dec. 8th from 4 – 8 pm This year, Montana’s popular Holiday Walk will take place on a Saturday providing more time for locals to enjoy the spirit of the season and enjoy the charms of browsing in a small village of sophisticated retailers. The day features live
Find out more »Dickens Day Holiday Celebration @The International Printing Museum
December 8th, 2018 will be the Printing Museum’s ever popular annual event, our Dickens Holiday Celebration. From 10 am to 4 pm guests will have the opportunity to experience Victorian England as never before. Visitors must reserve tickets for a specific performance time (11 am, 1 pm, or 3 pm) as we have limited seating in our
Find out more »Boat Parade of Lights
Holiday Boat Parade Friday, Dec 7 and Saturday Dec 8 – 7:30pm Friday, Dec 14 and Saturday Dec 15 – 7:30pm 4:30pm-7:30pm – Family Fun Festivities at Mariner’s Village/Alley and Dana Wharf Boaters from all around Orange County decorate their boats and vie for the awards of Judges Choice, Best Theme, Best Use of Lights,
Find out more »Santa’s Workshop
DAY DATE TIME Saturday Dec 8 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Saturday Dec 15 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Join Westfield Valencia Town Center on Saturday, December 1, 8 and 15 for free holiday arts & crafts including cookie decorating sponsored by Lady Di's Cookies, ornament making sponsored by Bitter Root Pottery and writing letters to Santa sponsored by House of Bounce. Find
Find out more »13th Annual Gingerbread House Decorating Party
Decorate a house that you can take home! $24.00 + tax – includes house and decorations, though you can bring extra candy & décor. This event sells out every year so this year we are adding a second time slot! Sign-ups are required and this year, please specify which time slot you are signing up
Find out more »15th Annual Malibu Christmas Woodie Parade at Malibu Village
Join us on December 9 from 3 – 5 pm for the 15th annual Christmas Woodie Parade! This Malibu holiday tradition showcases classic surf wagons decked out in their holiday best. Enjoy live music by The Hodads & Malibu Ukulele Orchestra, complimentary food & drinks by Malibu-owned restaurants, arts & crafts for the little ones,
Find out more »Candy Cane Lane Opening Night
1200 Acacia El Segundo, CA 90245 The eastern block of Acacia Avenue is announced by a Candy Cane Lane sign, marking a tradition of more than 60 years. Houses are alight with trains, reindeer, giant characters, and music, plus frequent appearances by Santa Claus in a covered sleigh at the end of the cul-de-sac. The lights
Find out more »Camarillo Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 8 56th Camarillo Christmas Parade Theme: a Fairytale Christmas The parade starts at 10am and travels along Las Posas Rd., starting at Temple Ave., turning onto Carmen Dr. and ending at the Community Center. Enjoy watching hundreds of parade entries like bands, floats, autos, horses and Santa himself riding in his sleigh. Featuring Grand Marshal Anthony
Find out more »Annual Holiday Concert & Santa on The Pier
The Redondo Pier Association is committed to providing FREE community events throughout the year including one of Southern California's longest-running kite festivals, summer concert series, chalk art festival, classic car show, holiday concert and monthly yoga meet-ups! See Past Event Photo Galleries and Video Galleries.
Find out more »Oxnard Parade of Lights Celebration and Boat Parade
The Channel Islands Harbor will kick off the holidays with its 53rd annual holiday Parade of Lights, themed “Heroes on Holiday.” The event is scheduled from noon to 8 p.m.. The parade starts at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to enjoy a full day of holiday activities and watch festively decorated boats in the parade
Find out more »Daisy Avenue Christmas Tree Lane Parade
Please Join us for the 65th annual Daisy Avenue Christmas Tree Lane parade! The Parade will take place on Saturday December 8th, at 5:00 pm on Daisy Avenue. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Daisy Avenue Christmas Tree Lane Parade legacy by participating, volunteering, donating to support the parade or just
Find out more »King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade
>12-08-18 Boat Parade >>12-16-18 Holiday Party >>12-31-18 New Year's Eve Party >>01-01-19 Commodore's Brunch >>01-19-19 Commodore's Ball King Harbor Yacht Club is actively recruiting new members. Boat ownership is not required. An interest in boating and having fun is required. If you are interested in joining, please contact the Club Manager at (310) 376-2459 or,
Find out more »Naples Island Annual Holiday Boat Parade
Naples Island 72nd Annual Boat Parade Theme: "Star Spangled Christmas" Saturday, December 8th, 2018 Wednesday, December 5th, 2018 Time: 7:00 PM Skippers Meeting at: Long Beach Yacht Club 6201 Appian Way, Long Beach (Please note: This is a Naples Improvement Association function and not a LBYC event) Saturday, December 8th, 2018 “Parade
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