Events
EVENTS
Symphony of the Oaks: At “Enchanted, Forest of Light” at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge, CA on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. The annual holiday light show featuring a variety of lighting effects runs through Jan. 5, 2025.
Upcoming Events
Holiday Road: A self-guided, one-mile walk to see holiday-theme light installations plus a “Winter Market” for gifts, a souvenir shop and food trucks, through Dec. 28. Tickets are sold online-only and are by designated time slots (starting at 5 p.m.) and date.
Pacoima Tree Lighting: Event includes activities for children and photo opportunities with Santa Claus, 6 p.m. Dec. 5.
Holidays on the Hill: The City of Agoura Hills presents a two-day event: Sales of artwork and artisan gift items and a “Holiday Bar” with beer and wine for sale by Malibu Brewing Company), 4-8 p.m. Dec. 6.
Sylmar Tree Lighting: Event includes activities for children and photo opportunities with Santa Claus, 6 p.m. Dec. 6.
Granada Hills Holiday Tree Lighting: The 12th annual ceremony with a local choir performance, a special appearance by Santa Claus — singing, too — local dignitaries, and cookies, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 6.
Holidays in The Village: The third annual European-style marketplace includes shopping for gifts, children’s activities, carolers and live music, European food and beverages including mulled wine, Kinderpunsch and hot cocoa, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 7.
Las Posadas at Andrés Pico Adobe: The San Fernando Valley Historical Society presents their 19th traditional Christmas procession, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 7.
San Fernando Outdoor Market: A “Holiday Market” with shopping, live music, food and Santa Claus, 6-10 p.m. Dec. 7.
CicLAvia – The Valley: It doesn’t matter where you start on the car-free, 5-mile route on Sherman Way — Canoga Park to Winnetka to Reseda — as long as you use people-power (biking, jogging, skateboarding, roller skating, strolling, walking), 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 8.
Snowy Winter Festival – Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox Church: The event includes snow play (for all ages), a Christmas boutique, music, food, and photos with Santa Claus, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 8.
Granada Hills Holiday Parade: The 41st annual parade’s theme is “Favorite Holiday Songs,” 1:30 p.m. Dec. 8.
Sunland-Tujunga Tree Lighting: Event includes activities for children and photo opportunities with Santa Claus, 5 p.m. Dec. 13.
Ventura Harbor Parade of Lights and Fireworks: “Candy Land” is the parade’s 2024 theme for the decorated power and sail boats cruising the harbor twice (each night), 6:30-8 p.m. Dec. 13-14.
Pacoima Christmas Parade: The 57th annual parade kicks off, 9:45 a.m. Dec. 14.
Barnyard Light Tour at William S. Hart Regional Park: The tour includes a petting zoo, a holiday craft activity, a raffle and photos with Santa Claus, 5-7:30 p.m. Dec. 14.
Music
MUSIC
The Soraya: Nochebuena – A Christmas Spectacular with Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles, Camila Fernandez and Mariachi Pueblo Viejo, 3 p.m. Dec. 7-8.
Santa Clarita Valley Concert Band – Christmas Music Extravaganza: Enjoy the concert, 4 p.m. Dec. 7.
San Fernando Valley Male Chorus – Glad Tidings: The group performs a holiday concert, 2:30 p.m. Dec. 8.
Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles — SugarPlum Fairies: The chorus performs holiday music favorites, 8 p.m. Dec. 14 and 3:30 p.m. Dec. 15.
Wagner Ensemble – A German Christmas: The ensemble, directed by Jeannine Wagner, performs a selection of German carols, Shütz Christmas Oratorio and Bach Cantata BWV 36 freudig euch empor, 4 p.m. Dec. 22.
Theater
THEATER
Oy! To the World – Christmas With a Twist: A holiday show written by Maurice Godin and Gregory Thirloway with Christmas songs written by Jewish songwriters, opens 7 p.m. Dec. 12.
Peter Pan and Tinker Bell – A Pirates Christmas: Lythgoe Family Productions, 5-Star Theatricals and TOArts present the interactive pantomime show, 7 p.m. Dec. 13.
David Minkin – Magic at the Biltmore Los Angeles: Close-up magic, 4 and 7 p.m. Dec. 22. New Year’s Eve shows, 7 and 10 p.m. Dec. 31.
Conclusion
This article highlights various events, music performances, and theater productions taking place in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles area during the holiday season. From tree lightings to parades, concerts, and pantomime shows, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
FAQs
Q: What is the Symphony of the Oaks event?
A: The Symphony of the Oaks event is a holiday light show featuring a variety of lighting effects at Descanso Gardens in La Canada Flintridge, CA.
Q: What is the Holiday Road event?
A: The Holiday Road event is a self-guided, one-mile walk to see holiday-theme light installations plus a “Winter Market” for gifts, a souvenir shop and food trucks.
Q: What is the Granada Hills Holiday Parade?
A: The Granada Hills Holiday Parade is the 41st annual parade with a theme of “Favorite Holiday Songs” and features marching bands, vintage cars, dance and drill teams, equestrians, floats, community groups, and a special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus.
