10 things Happening in LA December ‘25

1. Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade — Sat, Dec 13
   Dozens of decked-out boats cruise the harbor; best viewing at Burton Chace Park (pre-show light display, then parade 6–8pm). Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade+1

2. L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow — select nights all December
   A walk-through of glowing animal lanterns, tunnels, and photo spots; includes a sensory-inclusive night on Dec 9. Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens

3. Enchanted: Forest of Light (Descanso Gardens) — Dec 1–23 & 26–31
   After-dark light installations across oak groves and camellia forests; closed Dec 24–25. Timed tickets. Descanso Gardens+1

4. Holiday Ice Rink, Pershing Square (DTLA) — daily, Nov 20–Jan 11
   Skate under the skyline; easy to pair with Grand Central Market or the Biltmore for cocoa. Pershing Square Ice Rink+1

5. Griffith Park Holiday Lights Train Ride — Nov 28–Jan 11 (evenings)
   Miniature trains roll through light-scapes—kid-friendly and very L.A. nostalgic. griffithparktrainrides.com

6. Holidays at the Disneyland Resort (Anaheim) — Nov 14–Jan 7
   Parades, fireworks, ¡Viva Navidad!, and seasonal overlays—make a December day trip. Disneyland Resort+1

7. L.A. County Holiday Celebration (Dorothy Chandler Pavilion) — Wed, Dec 24, 3–6pm
   Free, live multicultural performances downtown; also broadcast—arrive early for seats. Music Center+1

8. Las Posadas at Olvera Street — Dec 16–24 (nightly)
   Procession with songs, piñatas, and warm ponche at one of the city’s oldest holiday traditions. osmaf

9. Echo Park Craft Fair (Frogtown) — Fri–Sun, Dec 5–7 (preview Dec 5)
   Design-forward makers market (jewelry, ceramics, textiles); great for unique gifts. Facebook+1

10. Smorgasburg for the Holidays (ROW DTLA) — Sundays, Nov 30–Dec 21
    Seasonal food pop-ups + gift vendors; special “Festival of Tea” on Sun, Dec 14.