Make your holidays more memorable as you indulge in some of the hottest happenings across LA.
The Holiday season brings ample getaway opportunities for all the avid travellers. This festive season, Los Angeles is offering an array of festive events to capture the magical essence of the season. From parades and light displays to exciting performances and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. This year, the city’s diverse lineup of events promises joy and excitement for all. So, join us and take a look at the top things to do in Los Angeles to embrace the holiday spirit and make lasting memories in the City of Angels.
Enchanted Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens
By day, the Descanso blossoms at the Enchanted Forest of Light is a sunlit landscape with a welcoming and cheerful energy. By night, the gardens are transformed into an entirely different realm of magic, mystery, and incandescence.The inventive installations at the garden turns it into whimsical, dramatic, and sublime botanical artscape perfect for a day out.
Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration
The street comes alive with musical guests, candy cane street sweepers, nutcracker stilts, roller skating performers, and more festive surprises before culminating with the illumination of Rodeo Drive, the arrival of Santa Claus, and fireworks. The decorations will be up throughout the holidays, so you can cruise through Rodeo Drive and bask in the magic all season long.
Holiday Market at Westfield Century City
The Westfield Century City Mall Holiday Market is the perfect place to get holiday gifts for everyone on your list while experiencing a winter wonderland reminiscent of a European Christmas market.
Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
Join the celebration of Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter throughout Hogsmeade, see the spectacular tree at Universal City Walk Hollywood, enjoy the Who-tacular festivities with the Grinch and Max during Grinchma and top off the fun in the new SUPER NINTENDO WORLD.
Holiday Ice Rink at Pershing Square
Back for a season of outdoor ice skating in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, the Holiday Ice Rink at Pershing Square is the hottest place to chill during the holidays. An enchanting holiday activity, ice skating in downtown LA is for everyone, from first-time gliders to experienced skaters.
The Grove is a popular destination for Christmas activities in Los Angeles, with a variety of festive events and experiences for visitors of all ages. There you can visit Santa’s Cottage, the enchanting Christmas Tree, and so much more!
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood Holidays Made Here
Holidays Made Here returns to the Warner Brothers Studio Tour. This holiday season, the tour will once again transform the iconic Midwest Street backlot into the beloved town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut from Gilmore Girls, festively decorated for the holidays. The holiday event will also feature engaging activities, including Gilmore Girls trivia, costume contests, cookie decorating, and exhibits showcasing authentic costumes and props from the series.
Universal Studios Hollywood EVE
Be part of Hollywood’s biggest New Year’s EVE celebration at Universal Studios Hollywood’s EVE event where you can party the night away! Have fun and celebrate with multiple party areas featuring music, dancing, photo ops and a midnight countdown celebration with fireworks. Make it a New Year you’ll never forget!
Experience the magic of the season at Holidays on the Hill, the ultimate holiday event in Los Angeles. Set atop the views of the Hollywood Hills, our celebration features a festive holiday ice skating rink, Santa’s Workshop, the Jingle Bell Tavern pop-up bar, and an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet.
Explore an immersive landscape filled with dazzling new lantern sculptures of animals among blooming flowers, towering trees, glowing rivers, and more for a nature-focused holiday celebration that’s as inspiring as it is breathtaking. This years’ experience features all-new wonders, including a magical Holiday Forest with majestic pine trees and snow-loving animals, spectacular holiday photo spots, and the return of Santa himself.
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