Loma Alta Park Gets 'Winter Wonderland' Treatment This Weekend

ALTADENA, CA — Loma Alta Park is for some snowfall this Saturday — about 40 tons.

The snow is part of the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation's Parks After Dark Program, which aims to bring a "winter wonderland" to local parks this holiday season.

Local children will have the chance to go sledding at the park as well as pay a visit to Santa Claus, park officials said. The free event will be from 4 to 8 p.m.

Norma Edith García-González, executive director of the parks department, said in a statement the Parks After Dark Program is needed more than ever to help families "heal from the trauma brought on by COVID-19."

"This free event eliminates barriers to recreational opportunities and introduces families to enriching experiences that promote mental and physical health by gathering as communities and families in parks," she said.

The parks department has also partnered with the toy company Mattel to hand out free holiday stockings to children filled with different toys and games, according to officials.

For more information, visit the Los Angeles County Department of Parks And Recreation website.