Deck Your Calendar with a Variety of Local Seasonal Events to Take You into the New Year
Feelin’ festive.
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Santa Arrival & Tree Lighting
November 29, 3 to 6 p.m.
This all-age show at Manhattan Village will feature special performances and plenty of great shopping and dining. Don’t miss Santa lighting the plaza tree and the magical snowfall that follows.
Celebration of the Season
November 30, 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Kick off the countdown to Christmas with Terranea’s annual tree-lighting ceremony. Enjoy lively entertainment, sweet treats and festive fun for the whole family. In lieu of admission, kindly bring an unwrapped gift to be donated to Toys for Tots.
Holiday Festival
December 3-8
The magic of the holiday season will return this year under the big white tent at Torrance Memorial Medical Center. The tradition of the Holiday Festival continues with decorated Christmas trees, shopping, entertainment, sweet treats and more. Tickets to the Fashion Show and Gala may be purchased separately.
Jingle & Mingle
December 6, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Beach Life Fitness Boutique will offer a day of classes with a holiday theme and invite guests to enjoy refreshments, gifts, massages and more.
Sandpipers Holiday Homes Tour
December 6-8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The South Bay organization’s event features three homes decorated by local businesses and a marketplace with holiday vendors and café items.
Gum Tree Photos with Santa
December 8, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The Hermosa Beach store welcomes guests for photos with Mr. Claus, with all proceeds going to the Hermosa Beach Education Foundation. $20 for a digital photo file.
Holiday Snow Showers
Every Saturday in December, 6 to 8 p.m.
Snow is in the forecast at The Point! Magical snow flurries happen every 30 minutes on the grass.
Holiday Firework Rooftop Party
December 8
Shade Manhattan Beach invites you to watch the Manhattan Beach holiday fireworks from their gorgeous new Skydeck. Light bites, cocktails and festive holiday cheer will be served.
Cruise at the Beach!
December 14, noon to 6 p.m.
The 16th annual Christmas event at Redondo Beach Marina includes a car and bike show, the King Harbor Boat Parade and live music.
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December 15, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The third annual event at Resin in Hermosa Beach will feature dozens of local makers and artists, making holiday shopping fun and inspiring through one-of-a-kind gifts and handcrafted goods.
Mariachi Night at the Cantina
December 18, seatings at 5:30 and 6:45 p.m.
Riviera Mexican Cantina in Redondo Beach will celebrate the holiday season with mariachi music, drink specials and, of course, wonderful Mexican dishes.
Christmas Eve & Day Dinner
December 24 and 25
Sea Level Restaurant and Lounge invites you to enjoy a festive three-course prix fixe holiday meal while overlooking the water.
Celebrate Chanukah
December 25-January 2
The Jewish Community Center will light giant menorahs across the South Bay with music, dancing, donuts and hot latkes. Visit their website for times and locations.
Black & White Ball
December 31
Conclude 2024 with an elegant multicourse tasting menu followed by a party in the downstairs lounge featuring DJ entertainment, dancing, craft cocktails and a balloon drop at midnight.
Midnight Circus: New Year’s Eve Extravaganza
December 31, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Ring in 2025 at Terranea Resort! Experience a luxurious party featuring an open bar with VIP bottle service available, casino games, an opulent array of culinary stations and tunes by DJ Ricky Rocks.
Meg Morrow Serves up Heart and Soul at Los Angeles Harbor College
Culinary class act.
