Holiday Event Guide: Baldwin Park & Nearby 2018
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY , CA – Ho-ho-ho! Holiday time is here! Make the most of it, and enjoy community events that abound throughout your town, the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles region.
Peruse our annual event guide -- a round-up of the region's top festivities.
And Happy Holidays, from Patch!
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ALTADENA:
DEC. 8: Christmas Tree Lane Lighting & Winter Fest. A longtime tradition with music, crafts & food trucks.
DEC. 15: 'North Lake Pole' - Santa & Crafts. Great food truck, too!
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ARCADIA:
DEC. 6: Menorah-Lighting Ceremony 2018: Westfield Santa Anita. Free with latkes, get, music & more.
DEC. 8: 'Christmas With Maki' Concert: Performing Arts Center. "Enjoy an enchanted evening with classically-trained violinist, 12-language operatic singer Maki and special guests."
DEC. 9: Sunday With Santa - Photos & Storytime: Performing Arts. "Make gifts at Santa's Workshop with helpful elves."
Through JAN. 6: 'Moonlight Forest' Lantern Art Festival: LA Arboretum. "The Moonlight Forest will delight children, families, and the young-at-heart."
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BALDWIN PARK:
DEC. 8: Visit & Holiday Story With Santa. Your little ones will love it!
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CLAREMONT:
DEC. 7-8, 14-15: Luminaria Nights at Origami in the Garden². A winter wonderland!
DEC. 13-16: Living Nativity 2018: Granite Creek Church. Tickets on sale. With firepits, petting zoo & food trucks.
DEC. 21: The Nutty Nutcracker - Inland Pacific Ballet. "Hilarious send-up of everyone's favorite holiday ballet."
DEC. 22-23: The Nutcracker - Inland Pacific Ballet. "Meet the cast after the performance for photos and autographs."
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COVINA:
DEC. 7: 3rd Annual Charter Oak Holiday Parade. this annual event will light up your night!
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DIAMOND BAR:
DEC. 8: Winter Snow Fest 2018: Pantera Park. Sledding wristbands on sale.
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EAGLE ROCK:
DEC. 12: Kids Winter Wonderland Photo Booth with Green Screen. Fun at the library for youngsters.
DEC. 17-21: Winter Arts Camp. For budding artists 6-11.
DEC. 21: Winter Solstice Sound Bath. A unique event to embrace the winter season!
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ECHO PARK:
DEC. 15: Wreath Making Class. Save your spot!
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GLENDALE:
DEC. 9: "Rejoice and Be Merry" free community Christmas concert. With Handbell Choir and sing-along caroling.
DEC. 9: Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration at Forest Lawn. Free, very authentic ceremony.
DEC. 21-23: Los Angeles Youth Ballet's Acclaimed Production of The Nutcracker. A magical production with tickets starting at $25.
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GLENDORA:
DEC. 8: 2018 Hometown Christmas Parade. A town tradition!
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HOLLYWOOD:
DEC. 5: We Wish Jew A Merry Christmas: Comedy Central Stage. "Can an Elf on a Shelf and a Mensch on a Bench see the same view?"
DEC. 15: Breakfast with Santa 2018: Dave & Buster's. Includes DIY ornament & cocoa station.
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LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE:
DEC. 7: Holiday Festival In Lights & Reindeer . Santa & Mrs. Claus, too!
DEC. 11: Holiday Creation Station - Arts & Crafts. Free holiday fun.
DEC. 16: La Canada Congregational Church Christmas Concert. Amazing, no-charge show with reception to follow.
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LA CRESCENTA:
DEC. 12: Free Holiday Gift-Making Extravaganza. Ages 12 to adult.
DEC. 17: Historical Society Holiday Potluck & Charismatics. Bring a dish & enjoy the show!
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LA VERNE:
DEC. 7: Holiday Lights Extravaganza 2018: Haynes Family Programs.Free and open to all.
DEC. 8: Winter Wonderland - Snow & Santa. With 60-foot snow runs!
DEC. 9: ULV Choral Holiday Spectacular - University of La Verne. "Joyful renditions of traditional and classic Christmas numbers."
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LOS ANGELES:
DEC. 6 & 8: LMU Choruses Present Annual Gala Christmas Concerts. Gala concerts with Loyola Marymount University choruses.
DEC. 9: Hanukkah Festival. At Zimmer Children's Museum.
DEC. 12: Angel City Chorale Holiday Concert 25th Anniversary Celebration. A holiday treat for the whole family.
DEC. 12, 13 & 18: Grand Performances Holiday Shows 2018: California Plaza. Great way to spend your lunch hour!
Through JAN. 6: L.A. Zoo Lights Happening at the L.A. Zoo. A not-be-missed preeminent holiday event!
Through Jan. 6: Reindeer Romp Happening at the L.A. Zoo. See real reindeer at "Reindeer Village" habitat.
Through JAN. 6: Fa La Land. A festive pop-up museum!
Through JAN. 21: Holiday Ice Rink 2018-19: Pershing Square. Enjoy gliding through the holidays under the sun & stars.
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MONROVIA:
DEC. 6: Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting 2018: Old Town. Fun begins at 6 p.m.
DEC. 8, 15 & 22: Breakfast With Santa 2018: Old Town. Make your reservations soon!
DEC. 14: Holiday Sing Along In Old Town. Festive-hometown event.
DEC. 15 & 22: Free Holiday Kids' Crafts on Myrtle Ave. 2018: Old Town. Great family afternoon!
DEC. 31: New Year's Eve On Myrtle (With Childcare) 2018: Old Town.Ring in the New Year in charming Old Town.
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MONTROSE:
Through DEC. 23: Old-Fashioned Christmas. A flurry of events on Saturdays & Sundays in Old Town.
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PASADENA:
DEC. 7: 'Tis the Season Holiday Party. A Lythgoe Family Panto celebration at SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHILDREN'S MUSEUMof upcoming production.
DEC. 7: Mayor's Annual Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa.Refreshements, entertainment & photos with Santa.
DEC. 8: Old Pasadena Yappy Holidays. Seasonal wonderland for pups!
DEC. 9: 11th Annual Festival of Jewish Music. Concert followed by followed by hors d'oeuvres reception.
DEC. 9 & 16: Los Angeles Children's Chorus Presents Annual Winter Concert. One of world's leading children's choirs celebrates holidays with annual Winter Concert.
DEC. 15: Holiday Candlelight. "Pasadena's most sought-after holiday concert."
DEC. 15-30: Lythgoe Family Panto's THE WONDERFUL WINTER OF OZ. An updated version of a beloved classic.
DEC. 26-28: Rose Bowl Stadium Holiday Public Tours. Go behind the scenes!
DEC. 29-30: Tournament of Roses Bandfest 2018: Robinson Stadium. Three events.
DEC. 31: NOON Year's Eve Party. Whoop it up at Southern California Children's Museum.
JAN. 1: 3rd Annual Rose Parade Celebration. Stress-free experience with exclusive inside seating, a light continental breakfast.
JAN. 1: 130th Rose Parade 2019. "The magic of New Year's Day in an unrivaled celebration."
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POMONA:
DEC. 8: Christmas Parade 2018: Downtown. Magical time with Santa, snow, crafts & music.
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PORTER RANCH:
DEC. 14: Christmas Concert. Full orchestra with choir.
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA:
DEC. 8-9: The Nutcracker - Inland Pacific Ballet. "Dazzling sets, beautiful costumes, and more than 80 dancers on stage."
DEC. 8: Celebrate the Holidays With Free Crafts, Music, & Storytime. At Victoria Gardens.
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SAN MARINO:
DEC. 15: DIY Gingerbread House Decorating 2018: Library. Back by popular demand, and space is limited.
JAN. 1:New Year’s Day Breakfast Buffet at The Huntington. Ring in your new year in style!
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SIERRA MADRE:
DEC. 23: Community Candlelight Walk. A holiday tradition!
Through DEC. 30: Playhouse's 'A Christmas Story' - A family favorite of Ralphie and his family at Christmastime brought to the stage.
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SOUTH PASADENA:
DEC. 8: Woman's Club Holiday-Christmas Boutique. A great event with Santa, too !
DEC. 8: Breakfast With Santa . Book your seats. Kids under 2 are free.
Through DEC. 16: 'Elf Jr. The Musical' - A community show back by popular demand!
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UNIVERSAL CITY:
Through JAN. 6: Christmas: Harry Potter World & Grinchmas 2018: Universal Studios. Holidays in Hogsmeade and Who-ville!
DEC. 31: New Year's EVE Universal Studios Hollywood. The biggest New Year's Eve party is back!
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WALNUT:
DEC. 8: Dinner With Santa. Reserve your seats!
DEC. 8: Winter Wonderland - Snow & Sledding. Dine with Santa, then play in the snow!
DEC. 14: Teen Center Holiday Movie Marathon. Movies, snacks & fun for ages 10-17.
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FOR PATCH'S ENTIRE LA COUNTY HOLIDAY GUIDE: Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & Events: L.A. County 2018
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If we missed your organization's or city's event, email details and online links to susan.schena@patch.com
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TRAVELING OVER THE HOLIDAYS?
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