Experience the hottest things to do in Los Angeles to make your vacation even more memorable.
The holidays bring ample vacation opportunities for all avid travelers. This holiday season, Los Angeles is hosting a host of festive events to capture the magical essence of the holiday season. From parades and light shows to exciting performances and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. This year, the city’s diverse events will bring fun and excitement to all. So join us as we take a look at the top things to do in Los Angeles to embrace the holiday spirit and make lasting memories in the City of Angels.
Enchanted Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens
During the day, the Descanso flowers in the Enchanted Forest of Light are in full bloom, a sunny landscape full of enthusiasm and joyful energy. At night, the garden transforms into an entirely different realm of magic, mystery and incandescence. Creative installations in the garden transform it into a whimsical, dramatic and sublime botanical art landscape, perfect for a day out.
Rodeo Drive Holiday Lights Celebration
The streets are filled with musical guests, candy cane street sweepers, nutcracker stilt walkers, roller derby performers and more holiday surprises, culminating with the lights of Rodeo Drive, the arrival of Santa Claus and fireworks. Decorations will be on display throughout the holidays, so you can visit Rodeo Drive and be bathed in magic all season long.
Westfield Century City Holiday Market
The Westfield Century City Mall Holiday Market is the perfect place to shop for holiday gifts for everyone on your list while experiencing a winter wonderland reminiscent of European Christmas markets.
Vacation at Universal Studios Hollywood
Join the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Christmas celebrations throughout Hogsmeade, admire the spectacular Christmas tree at Universal Studios Hollywood Walk, and enjoy stunning Celebrate with the Grinch and Max during Grinchma and have fun in the new Super Nintendo World.
Pershing Square Holiday Ice Rink
Back during outdoor skating season in downtown Los Angeles, the Holiday Rink at Pershing Square is the most popular place to hang out during the holidays. Skating in downtown Los Angeles is a charming holiday activity suitable for everyone, from gliding novices to experienced skaters.
The Grove is a popular destination for Christmas events in Los Angeles, offering a variety of holiday activities and experiences for visitors of all ages. There you can visit Santa’s cabin, a charming Christmas tree, and more!
Hollywood Vacation Warner Bros. Studio Tour is here
“Holiday Here” returns to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. This holiday season, the tour will once again transform the iconic West Central Backlot into the beloved town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut. gilmore girlsdecorated cheerfully for the holidays. The festival will also feature engaging activities including a Gilmore Girls trivia, costume contest, cookie decorating and an exhibit showcasing authentic costumes and props from the series.
Universal Studios Hollywood EVE
Join EVE at Universal Studios Hollywood for Hollywood’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebration and party all night long! Enjoy fun and festivities in multiple party areas including music, dancing, photo ops and fireworks for the Midnight Countdown Celebration. Make it a New Year’s you’ll never forget!
Experience the magic of the season vacation in mountainsthe ultimate holiday event in Los Angeles. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Hollywood Hills, our celebration features a festive ice skating rink, Santa's Workshop, Jingle Bell Tavern pop-up bar and an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet.
Los Angeles Zoo Lights: Animals Glow
Explore immersive landscapes filled with dazzling new animal lantern sculptures amidst blooming flowers, towering trees, glowing rivers, and more, and enjoy a nature-centered holiday celebration that is both inspiring and awe-inspiring. This year’s experience features all-new wonders, including a magical Holiday Forest filled with majestic pine trees and snow-loving animals, spectacular holiday photo spots, and the return of Santa Claus himself.
