Christmas Events & Hanukkah Fests 2022: Sherman Oaks & Nearby

SHERMAN OAKS, CA — Keep the ho-ho-ho-ing going!

While many such holiday events as tree lightings and parades are over, festivities still abound for Hanukkah and Christmas 2022 throughout Sherman Oaks, the San Fernando Valley and nearby communities.

The Jewish Festival of Lights begins Dec. 18, running through Dec. 26, while Christmas falls this year on Sunday, Dec. 25.

Peruse Patch's annual guide to menorah lightings, Santa stops, "Nutcracker" ballets, Christmas concerts and other holiday extravaganzas.

Do note: Always confirm with organizers that events are proceeding as planned when posted.

And to all our readers, Happy Holidays, from Patch!

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AGOURA HILLS:

THROUGH DEC. 21: Letters To Santa. Drop off a letter. And guess who writes back!

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BEVERLY HILLS:

DEC. 19: Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Celebration: Beverly Gardens Park. Planned near the Lily Pond.

DEC. 19: Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting: Beverly Center. With latkes, donuts & entertainment by "The Amazing Dave."

DEC. 31: New Years Eve At The Peninsula Beverly Hills. Reservations underway.

THROUGH JAN. 1: Holiday Glowing Gardens: Beverly Cañon Gardens. Stop by & enjoy!

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BRENTWOOD:

DEC. 18: Hanukkah Festival: Skirball Cultural Center. Tickets on sale.

DEC. 21: Holiday Party. Celebrate Hanukkah & Christmas at Barrington Rec Center.

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CALABASAS:

DEC. 21: Menorah Lighting & Chanukah Celebration: The Commons At Calabasas. Festive fun with kids' activities, food & fireworks.

THROUGH DEC. 30: 'Holiday Road' Immersive Walking Experience: King Gillette Ranch. "Winter wonderland complete with everything from North Pole, Elf Village, Gingerbread Lane, light tunnels, Christmas tree forests & more!"

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CHATSWORTH:

DEC. 18: Santa Claus and Community Christmas Party. With Santa, carolers, treats & more.

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ENCINO:

DEC. 21: 'Chanukah On The Boulevard' Menorah Lighting. Featuring traditional Chanukah bites, music & crafts.

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HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 18 & 23: Photos with Santa- Ovation Hollywood. Meet & greet with the one-and-only!

DEC. 18: Menorah Lighting Ceremony. With donuts, latkes, gelt, dreidels, music & crafts.

DEC. 18: Sundays at Cinegrill - Holiday Edition. "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" at Hollywood Roosevelt.

DEC. 19-20: CONJURE THE LIGHT: A Night of Holiday Rock & Soul. Live at Bourbon Room.

DEC. 22-24 & 26: Los Angeles Ballet 'The Nutcracker': Dolby Theatre. "Essential for celebrating the season."

DEC. 31: Dragonfly Hollywood New Year's Eve. Tickets on sale.

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LOS ANGELES:

DEC. 17-21 & 23: 'Yuletide Cinemaland' Holiday Movies: Heritage Square Museum. Fave flicks with festive fun each night.

DEC. 18: L.A. Ballet 'Nutcracker': Royce Hall, UCLA. "Essential for celebrating the season."

DEC. 18: Hanukkah Festival: Skirball Cultural Center. Tickets on sale.

DEC. 18 & 24: 'Shogun Santa' Visits: Little Tokyo. Meet, greet & snap photos with "LA’s only known Asian Santa."

DEC. 19: Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting: Beverly Center. With latkes, donuts & entertainment by "The Amazing Dave."

DEC. 23: Cocoa & Carols. Festive fun at Runway Playa Vista.

DEC. 31: Andy & Renee & Hard Rain. New Year's Eve at Grand Annex.

DEC. 31: MELROSEPLACE New Year’s Eve. Reservations underway for rooftop party.

THROUGH JAN. 1: Outdoor, DTLA Holiday Ice-Skating Rink: Pershing Square. "The hottest place to chill during the holidays."

THROUGH JAN. 8: Bob Baker Marionette Theater's 'Nutcracker' - A family favorite for more than 50 years.

THROUGH JAN. 8: 'LA Kings Holiday Ice' Outdoor Skating Rink: L.A. Live. "Supper & Skate" deals return this year.

THROUGH JAN. 22: 'L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow' Holiday Walk-Thru. "Explore this wild wonderland of light under the stars at the beautiful L.A. Zoo."

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MALIBU:

DEC. 18: Chanukah Winter Wonderland & Golf Cart Menorah Parade: Point Dume Village. Includes entertainment, food & fun.

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MOORPARK:

THROUGH DEC. 24: 'Christmas On Farm' Santa, Reindeer, Wagon Rides & Tree Lot: Underwood Family Farms. Enjoy the quintessential holiday outing!

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NORTH HOLLYWOOD:

DEC. 21: Chabad of North Hollywood 'Chanukah In England' - Reservations underway.

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NORTHRIDGE:

DEC. 18: Unity Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting. With ice menorah, snow area, bouncers, latkes & donuts.

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OXNARD:

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve Comedy Bash, Winery. At Strey Cellars.

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PACIFIC PALISADES:

DEC. 18: Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration: Palisades Village. A grand celebration with music, kids' activities & more.

DEC. 19-21 & JAN. 3-4: Winter Dance Camps. For ages 3-12.

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SANTA MONICA:

DEC. 18: S. Monica Chabad Chanukah Carnival & Pier Menorah Lighting. Two events to celebrate the Festival of Lights.

DEC. 18-25: Hanukkah Menorah Lightings: Third Street Promenade. Held nightly.

DEC. 20: Sola Church Christmas Service. Featuring carols, GMA Dove Award-nominated recording artist, Miranda Landers & after-party.

DEC. 22: 'Winterlit Thursday' Live Music & Snow: Third Street Promenade. Santa photos offered nearby, too.

DEC. 25: Third Street Promenade Chanukah Menorah Lighting & Concert. With an ice menorah!

THROUGH JAN. 16: 'Ice At Santa Monica' Outdoor Skating Rink. "Skate under the stars at the only 8,000 square-foot outdoor ice rink on the Westside."
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SHERMAN OAKS:

DEC. 21: Chabad of North Hollywood 'Chanukah In England' - Reservations underway.

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STUDIO CITY:

DEC. 20: Chris Mann’s ChristMANNmas: Feinstein's at Vitello's. "Chris’ parodies have been featured on news outlets all over the world."

DEC. 21: Debs' Winter Solstice Jazz Showcase & Benefit for the Innocence Project. Streaming live.

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SUNLAND-TUJUNGA:

DEC. 19: Hanukkah In The Foothills & Menorah Lighting. Free community event with games, food & more.
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TOLUCA LAKE:

DEC. 18: Celebrating Chanukah - Grand Menorah Lighting. Gelt & Chanukah goodies will “rain” from the aerial ladder of a firetruck.

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UNIVERSAL CITY:

DEC. 19: Chanukah Fest & Concert At CityWalk Hollywood. Featuring the Miami Boys Choir.

DEC.31: Universal Studios Hollywood New Year's EVE Fest & Fireworks. Tickets on sale for DJ, dancing, fireworks & more.

THROUGH JAN. 1: Universal Studios Hollywood 'Wizarding World Of Harry Potter Christmas' & 'Grinchmas.' "It’s Hollywood’s biggest, loudest, awesomest holiday celebration of the season."

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VALENCIA:

THROUGH JAN. 1: Six Flags Magic Mountain 'Holiday In The Park' - Make merry memories with millions of lights, food, coasters, entertainment & more.

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VENICE:

DEC. 18: Hanukkah Kayak On Venice Canals: Light One Candle. Tickets on sale.

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WESTLAKE VILLAGE:

DEC. 19: Chanukah At The Shoppes & Menorah Lighting. "Free and open to the community!"

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WOODLAND HILLS:

THROUGH JAN. 16: 'Woodland Hills On Ice' Outdoor, Holiday Ice-Skating Rink. "The Valley's largest holiday ice rink."

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FOR L.A COUNTYWIDE GUIDE: Christmas Events & Hanukkah Fests 2022: Greater Los Angeles

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ALSO SEE: Holiday, Ice Skating Rinks 2022-23 Guide: Greater L.A. & SoCal

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