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Monrovia Holiday Event Guide 2021: Christmas Parades & Santa
Find tree lightings, Nutcrackers, concerts, ice rinks, craft boutiques, light shows & more throughout the San Gabriel Valley.
MONROVIA, CA — Get out your calendars! Time to start planning as holiday festivities gear up in Monrovia and throughout the San Gabriel Valley and nearby.
Christmas this year falls on a Saturday, Dec. 25. Hanukkah 2021 came early, beginning Nov. 28, and runs through Monday, Dec. 6.
Peruse Patch's annual holiday guide, find nearby events and select the outings that appeal to you and yours. Many events kick off soon, while several require advance bookings, and space may be limited.
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ALTADENA:
THROUGH JAN. 9: Christmas Tree Lane. A community tradition for more than 100 years!
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ARCADIA:
THROUGH JAN. 16: Holiday 'Lightscape' Walk-Thru: LA Arboretum. A one-mile, enchanting, after-dark, illuminated trail through the gardens.
THROUGH JAN. 2: World of Illumination's Reindeer Road. "A one-mile journey filled with hundreds of sparkling, animated light installations."
DEC. 16: Arcadia Stage 'Winterfest': Performing Arts Center. In-person, holiday-themed One Act plays.
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AZUSA:
DEC. 10: Winter Wonderland Snow Event, Toy Giveaway & Beatles Tribute Concert. With sledding & snow hill. Registration required for toy giveaway.
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BALDWIN PARK:
DEC. 18: Top Billing Entertainment's Holiday Recital. Featuring talented performers ages 6-18!
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CLAREMONT:
DEC. 10-12 & 17-19: Ophelia's Jump 'It's A Wonderful Life': Big Tent, St. Ambrose. Blankets & holiday cheer provided.
DEC. 16-19: Walk-Thru Living Nativity & Petting Zoo: Granite Creek Community Church. Event is free, but registration required.
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COVINA:
DEC. 12: Christmas Tree Brunch. With Assistance League of Covina Valley.
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DIAMOND BAR:
(EVENT OVER.) DEC. 4: Winter Snow Fest, Sledding & Craft Fair. Limited wristbands available, so don't delay.
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EAGLE ROCK:
DEC. 11: Lunch with Santa. With Santa, sing-along & children's fun.
DEC. 19: Winter Festival & Toy Drive. Christian music festival at local church.
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ECHO PARK:
DEC. 12: 'An Echo Park Christmas' - Santa & Games: InsideOut Church Los Angeles. Open to all!
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GLENDALE:
DEC. 11: It's a Wonderful Life @ Electric Dusk Drive-In. A holiday favorite.
DEC. 12: Home Alone @ Electric Dusk Drive-In. A must-see for the Christmas season!
DEC. 12: LEGO Holiday Truck Tour 2021: Glendale Galleria. "Rebuild the Holiday Magic with a visit to the LEGO® Holiday Truck."
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GLENDORA:
DEC. 11: Christmas Parade. "This year's parade's motto is 'All About Kids,' & theme is 'An Old-Fashioned Christmas.'"
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IRWINDALE:
THROUGH JAN. 2: Santa's Speedway Christmas Lights Drive-Thru. "Riveting experience is designed to transport families of all ages into the magical world of Christmas."
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LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE:
THROUGH JAN. 9: Enchanted Forest of Light: Descanso Gardens. "Visitors can once again experience the wonder of Enchanted Forest of Light."
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LA VERNE:
DEC. 6: Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa. At City Hall.
DEC. 11: Winter Wonderland, Snow & Santa: Heritage Park. Pre-sale tickets on sale, or at event.
DEC. 18: Wreaths Across America. Annual tribute to our country's veterans.
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LAKE ARROWHEAD:
THROUGH JAN. 2: SkyPark Santa's Village & Ice Skating Rink. Festivities include breakfast with Santa & more.
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LOS ANGELES:
THROUGH JAN. 9: L.A. Zoo Holiday Lights. "Includes the world's largest illuminated pop-up storybook!"
THROUGH DEC. 31: LA Dodgers Stadium Holiday Festival. At renovated Centerfield Plaza with Santa, light tunnels, ice rink, bounce houses, music, entertainment & more festivities.
THROUGH DEC. 31: LA Dodgers Stadium Holiday Fest Ice Skating Rink. "For the first time ever ... an illuminated, open-air ice skating experience constructed across the outfield."
THROUGHT JAN. 7: 'LA Kings Holiday Ice' Outdoor Skating Rink: L.A. LIVE. Popular "Supper & Skate" specials returning, too!
DEC. 6: Festival of Lights Hanukkah Mural 2021: Westfield Century City. Mural by Los Angeles artist, Hillel Smith.
DEC. 10: Ski Dazzle Show. North America's largest annual consumer ski and snowboard expo.
DEC. 10-11: Nochebuena. Free, but registration required.
DEC. 11: LMU Gala Christmas Concert. Tickets on sale. Event at Loyola Marymount University.
DEC. 11: Las Mañanitas a La Virgen de Guadalupe. At Cathedral of the Our Lady of the Angels.
DEC. 11: 'JTOWN JINGLES' Carolers: DTLA Little Tokyo. "Enjoy the sweet sounds of roaming carolers."
DEC. 11-12: Gay Men's Chorus Of LA 'Holiday Homecoming' Concert. A Los Angeles holiday tradition.
DEC. 11-12: 'Home Alone' In Concert - Los Angeles Philharmonic. At Walt Disney Concert Hall.
DEC. 14: 'A Chanticleer Christmas': Walt Disney Concert Hall. Featuring Grammy®-winning, 12-man ensemble.
DEC. 18: Holiday Sing-Along: Walt Disney Concert Hall. A Los Angeles, family tradition.
DEC. 18-19: Shogun Santa Is Coming to Town: DTLA Little Tokyo. Chance to win $50 gift certificate to your favorite Little Tokyo business, too.
DEC. 24: 62nd Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration. Joyously returning to Dorothy Chandler Pavilion!
DEC. 31: Andy & Renee & Hard Rain New Year's Party Concert. Ticket includes late-night pizza, party favors & champagne toast.
DEC. 31: 'Grand Park NYELA' New Year's Eve Countdown - Livestream. With vast entertainment line-up.
DEC. 31: New Year's Eve With Pink Martini: Walt Disney Concert Hall. "There's no classier way to ring in 2022!"
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MONROVIA:
DEC. 6-10: Santa Tour. Come out, wave to Santa & enjoy holiday carols.
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PASADENA:
THROUGH AN. 9: Winter Frolic & Sock Skating Rink: Kidspace Children's Museum. Fun for the little ones!
DEC. 11: Cooking with Eva and Amy: Recipes for the Holidays. At Pasadena Museum of History. Tickets on sale.
DEC. 11: Pasadena Chorale presents "GIVEN." With 30-piece orchestra.
DEC. 12: LEGO Holiday Truck Tour 2021: Kidspace. "Rebuild the Holiday Magic with a visit to the LEGO® Holiday Truck."
DEC. 18-19 & 22-23: Pasadena Dance Theatre's 'Nutcracker': San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. "We can’t wait to share this holiday classic with our community once again!
DEC. 29-30: Tournament of Roses & Rose Parade Bandfest: City College. "Watch the music come alive with selected marching bands from all over the world that will perform in the Rose Parade on New Year's morning."
JAN. 1: New Year's Day Rose Parade. "An iconic New Year's Day tradition."
JAN 1-2: Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase. Enjoy up-close looks at the majestic floats!
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POMONA:
THROUGH JAN. 2: 'Elf On Shelf's Magical Holiday Journey': Fairplex. A winter wonderland walk-thru.
DEC. 11: Christmas Parade. NASA astronaut Victor Glover is grand marshal.
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SAN DIMAS:
THROUGH JAN. 2: 'Christmas In Color' Holiday Drive-Thru: Raging Waters LA. With millions of lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music.
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SAN GABRIEL:
DEC. 18-19 & 22-23: Pasadena Dance Theatre's 'Nutcracker': San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. "We can’t wait to share this holiday classic with our community once again!
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SAN MARINO:
Through Dec. 13: Fire Department 'Toys For Tots' Toy Drive. New, unwrapped toys & books sought for children ages 0-12.
DEC. 17: 'Elf' - Holiday Movie in the Park: Lacy Park. Kettle corn will be for sale, or bring your own snacks.
DEC. 24: Christmas Eve Family Worship Service at St. Edmund's. With petting zoo animals & Nativity pageant.
DEC. 24: Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship Service at St. Edmund's. Includes brief brass concert of Christmas songs.
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SIERRA MADRE:
DEC. 16: Gingerbread Jamboree To-Go. Free, but supplies are limited.
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SKYFOREST:
THROUGH JAN. 2: SkyPark Santa's Village & Ice Skating Rink. Festivities include breakfast with Santa & more.
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SOUTH PASADENA:
DEC. 11: Breakfast With Santa. Book soon!
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UNIVERSAL CITY:
THROUGH JAN. 2: 'Christmas In Wizarding World Of Harry Potter' & 'Grinchmas': Universal Studios Hollywood. "The return of yuletide favorites & family traditions."
DEC. 31: Universal Studios Hollywood New Year's Eve Fest & Fireworks. "Ideal location to bid farewell to 2021 as the world ushers in 2022 & new beginnings."
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VALENCIA:
DEC. 3-JAN. 2: Holiday In The Park: Six Flags Magic Mountain. "A holiday spectacular for the whole family."
DEC.: Christmas Tree Ice Skate & Tree Lighting At The Cube Santa Clarita. Christmas trees taking center ice to create a winter wonderland starting Dec. 10.
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WALNUT:
DEC. 11: Winter Jam, Snow & Santa. Winter wonderland with kiddie snow area, crafts, sled rides & dancing.
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WEST COVINA:
DEC. 11: Holiday Fest with Plaza West Covina & Adobers. A Filipino-inspired & curated market.
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FOR ENTIRE GREATER L.A. GUIDE: Los Angeles County Holiday Event Guide 2021: Christmas & Santa
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