Echo Park-Silver Lake Holiday Event Guide 2021: Christmas & Santa

ECHO PARK-SILVER LAKE, CA — Get out your calendars! Time to start planning as holiday festivities are underway in Echo Park, Silver Lake and throughout Greater Los Angeles neighborhoods nearby.

Christmas this year falls on a Saturday, Dec. 25. Hanukkah 2021 came a bit early, beginning Nov. 28, and ran through Dec. 6.

Peruse Patch's annual holiday guide, find nearby events and select the outings that appeal to you and yours. Many events kick off soon, while several require advance bookings, and space may be limited.

Do note: Always confirm with organizers that the listed activities are proceeding as planned when posted.

Bookmark this page to use as a season guide. As more events are announced, we will add them.

And to all of our readers, wishing you the happiest of holidays, from Patch!

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ARCADIA:

THROUGH JAN. 16: Holiday 'Lightscape' Walk-Thru: LA Arboretum. A one-mile, enchanting, after-dark, illuminated trail through the gardens.

THROUGH JAN. 2: World of Illumination's Reindeer Road. "A one-mile journey filled with hundreds of sparkling, animated light installations."

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BEVERLY HILLS:

DEC. 12 & 19: Annual Holiday High Tea: Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. With sweet treats, champagne& music of classical harpist.

DEC. 16: BHWC Non-Profit Holiday Luncheon. At historic Beverly Hills Women's Club.

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CENTURY CITY:

DEC. 15: 'Santa Paws' - Pup & Santa Photos: Westfield Century City. "Capture the howliday magic."

DEC. 8-24: Santa's North Pole Journey: Westfield Century City. Embark on a magical journey! Tickets on sale.

THROUGH DEC. 19: Gelson's Toy Drive For Children's Hospital Los Angeles. "Suggested toy list available at front desk."
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COMMERCE:

DEC. 5 & 12: Citadel Outlets' Annual "Santa Cares" Event. Registration recommended for shorter wait, but walk-ins are also accepted.
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GLENDALE:

DEC. 11: It's a Wonderful Life @ Electric Dusk Drive-In. A holiday favorite.

DEC. 12: Home Alone @ Electric Dusk Drive-In. A must-see for the Christmas season!
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GLENDORA:

DEC. 11: Christmas Parade. "This year's parade's motto is 'All About Kids,' & theme is 'An Old-Fashioned Christmas.'"

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EAGLE ROCK:

DEC. 11: Lunch with Santa. With Santa, sing-along & children's fun.

DEC. 19: Winter Festival & Toy Drive. Christian music festival at local church.

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ECHO PARK:

DEC. 12: 'An Echo Park Christmas' - Santa & Games: InsideOut Church Los Angeles. Open to all!

DEC. 13: Echo Park & Silver Lake Chambers' Winter Mixer. Book soon, as space is limited.
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HIGHLAND PARK:

DEC. 10-JAN. 9: Bob Baker Marionette Theater's 'Nutcracker' - "Marionette adaptation of a ballet classic."

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HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 19: Candy Cane Lane Drive-Thru Toy Giveaway. With treats & photos with Santa.

THROUGH DEC. 19: Gelson's Toy Drive For Children's Hospital Los Angeles. "Suggested toy list available at front desk."

DEC. 23-26: L.A. Ballet 'Nutcracker': Dolby Theatre. The city's holiday tradition perfect for celebrating the season.

DEC. 31: 2022 Dragonfly NYE | New Year's Eve at Dragonfly Hollywood. With DJ, dance floor, midnight countdown & champagne toast.

DEC. 31: 'A Night at Studio 54' New Year's Eve Party: Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. "Glamour, elegance, and opulence behind the velvet rope!"
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IRWINDALE:

THROUGH JAN. 2: Santa's Speedway Christmas Lights Drive-Thru. "Riveting experience is designed to transport families of all ages into the magical world of Christmas."

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LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE:

THROUGH JAN. 9: Enchanted Forest of Light: Descanso Gardens. "Visitors can once again experience the wonder of Enchanted Forest of Light."

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LOS ANGELES:

THROUGH JAN. 9: L.A. Zoo Holiday Lights. "Includes the world’s largest illuminated pop-up storybook!"

THROUGH DEC. 31: LA Dodgers Stadium Holiday Festival. At renovated Centerfield Plaza with Santa, light tunnels, ice rink, bounce houses, music, entertainment & more festivities.

THROUGH DEC. 31: LA Dodgers Stadium Holiday Fest Ice Skating Rink. "For the first time ever ... an illuminated, open-air ice skating experience constructed across the outfield."

THROUGH JAN. 7: 'LA Kings Holiday Ice' Outdoor Skating Rink: L.A. LIVE. Popular "Supper & Skate" specials returning, too!

DEC. 10: Ski Dazzle Show. North America's largest annual consumer ski and snowboard expo.

DEC. 10-11: Nochebuena. Free, but registration required.

DEC. 10-11 & 17-18: Winter Wonderland, Snow & Santa: L.A. County Parks, Greater Los Angeles. Find the fun at park near you! Dates, hours & locations vary.

DEC. 11: LMU Gala Christmas Concert. Tickets on sale. Event at Loyola Marymount University.

DEC. 11: Las Mañanitas a La Virgen de Guadalupe. At Cathedral of the Our Lady of the Angels.

DEC. 11: 'JTOWN JINGLES' Carolers: DTLA Little Tokyo. "Enjoy the sweet sounds of roaming carolers."

DEC. 11-12: Gay Men’s Chorus Of LA 'Holiday Homecoming' Concert. A Los Angeles holiday tradition.

DEC. 11-12: 'Home Alone' In Concert - Los Angeles Philharmonic. At Walt Disney Concert Hall.

DEC. 11-26: Yuletide Cinemaland - Holiday Movies & Santa: Heritage Square Museum. Activities include Victorian home tours & food trucks & twinkling lights tunnel.

DEC. 14: 'A Chanticleer Christmas': Walt Disney Concert Hall. Featuring Grammy®-winning, 12-man ensemble.

DEC. 18: Holiday Sing-Along: Walt Disney Concert Hall. A Los Angeles, family tradition.

DEC. 18-19: Shogun Santa Is Coming to Town: DTLA Little Tokyo. Chance to win $50 gift certificate to your favorite Little Tokyo business, too.

DEC. 24: 62nd Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration. Joyously returning to Dorothy Chandler Pavilion!

DEC. 31: Andy & Renee & Hard Rain New Year's Party Concert. Ticket includes late-night pizza, party favors & champagne toast.

DEC. 31: 'Grand Park NYELA' New Year's Eve Countdown - Livestream. With vast entertainment line-up.

DEC. 31: New Year’s Eve With Pink Martini: Walt Disney Concert Hall. "There’s no classier way to ring in 2022!"

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MOUNT WASHINGTON / MONTECITO HEIGHTS:

DEC. 11-26: Yuletide Cinemaland - Holiday Movies & Santa: Heritage Square Museum. Activities include Victorian home tours & food trucks & twinkling lights tunnel.
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PASADENA:

DEC. 11: Cooking with Eva and Amy: Recipes for the Holidays. At Pasadena Museum of History. Tickets on sale.

DEC. 11: Pasadena Chorale presents "GIVEN." With 30-piece orchestra.

DEC. 18-19 & 22-23: Pasadena Dance Theatre's 'Nutcracker': San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. "We can't wait to share this holiday classic with our community once again!

DEC. 29-30: Tournament of Roses & Rose Parade Bandfest: City College. "Watch the music come alive with selected marching bands from all over the world that will perform in the Rose Parade on New Year's morning."

JAN. 1: New Year's Day Rose Parade. "An iconic New Year's Day tradition."

JAN 1-2: Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase. Enjoy up-close looks at the majestic floats!
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POMONA:

NOV. 5-JAN. 2: 'Elf On Shelf’s Magical Holiday Journey': Fairplex. A winter wonderland walk-thru.

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SAN DIMAS:

NOV. 19-JAN. 2: 'Christmas In Color' Holiday Drive-Thru: Raging Waters LA. With millions of lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music.

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SILVER LAKE:

DEC. 11: German 'KrampusNacht': Red Lion Tavern. With ugly sweaters, contests & Krampus!

DEC. 13: Echo Park & Silver Lake Chambers' Winter Mixer. Book soon, as space is limited.

THROUGH DEC. 19: Gelson's Toy Drive For Children's Hospital Los Angeles. "Suggested toy list available at front desk."
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UNIVERSAL CITY:

NOV. 26-JAN. 2: 'Christmas In Wizarding World Of Harry Potter' & 'Grinchmas': Universal Studios Hollywood. "The return of yuletide favorites & family traditions."

DEC. 31: Universal Studios Hollywood New Year’s Eve Fest & Fireworks. "Ideal location to bid farewell to 2021 as the world ushers in 2022 & new beginnings."

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VALENCIA:

THROUGH JAN. 2: Holiday In The Park: Six Flags Magic Mountain. "A holiday spectacular for the whole family."

DEC.: Christmas Tree Ice Skate & Tree Lighting At The Cube Santa Clarita. Christmas trees taking center ice to create a winter wonderland starting Dec. 10.
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WEST HOLLYWOOD:

THROUGH DEC. 19: Gelson's Toy Drive For Children's Hospital Los Angeles. "Suggested toy list available at front desk."

DEC. 31: WeHo New Year's Eve Celebration - Live Broadcast. First registrants score "party in a box" kit.
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WESTWOOD:

DEC. 11-12: Gay Men’s Chorus Of LA 'Holiday Homecoming' Concert. A Los Angeles holiday tradition.

DEC. 17-19: L.A. Ballet 'Nutcracker': Royce Hall, UCLA. The city's holiday tradition perfect for celebrating the season.
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FOR ENTIRE GREATER L.A. GUIDE: Los Angeles County Holiday Event Guide 2021

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