Los Angeles packs more holiday events into a season than any city in the West. These are the ones worth planning around in 2026, from Hollywood to the Westside and the South Bay.
Tree Lightings and Parades
- The Grove Christmas tree lighting. November 16, The Grove, 189 The Grove Drive. The 25th annual lighting. Free, with limited space; it is filmed for broadcast.
- Hollywood Christmas Parade. November 29, Hollywood Boulevard. The 94th parade. Curbside viewing is free; grandstand seats are sold separately.
Lights
- Swiss Winter Village. November 18, 2026 to January 3, 2027, Santa Monica Pier.
- LA Zoo Lights. November 20, 2026 to January 10, 2027, Los Angeles Zoo, Griffith Park. Closed November 26 and December 24, 25 and 31.
- Enchanted: Forest of Light. November 22, 2026 to January 9, 2027, Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge. Timed tickets; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Boat Parades
- Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade. Saturday, December 12, 6 to 8 PM, Marina del Rey. Activities at Burton Chace Park from 4 PM.
- King Harbor boat parade. Saturday, December 12, Redondo Beach. A paddle-craft parade from 3:30 to 5 PM, then the boat parade from 5:30 to 7 PM.
Tips for Enjoying the Season
- Book timed tickets for Zoo Lights and Descanso early; weekend nights near Christmas sell out.
- For the Hollywood parade, arrive hours early for a curbside spot, or reserve grandstand seats.
Living in Los Angeles
Every Los Angeles neighborhood has its own way of celebrating, from the lit homes of Hancock Park to the beach walk in the Sand Section. See all of the Los Angeles neighborhood guides.
Dates and times are as announced by the organizers as of November 14, 2026. Plans can change, so check with the organizer before you go.
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