Knott’s Merry Farm at Knott’s Berry Farm

NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 7, 2024: Knott's Merry Farm offers Christmas activities and experiences for families inspired by the spirit of the holidays. Guests of all ages can enjoy Christmas shows, ice shows, a nightly Christmas tree lighting ceremony, a Christmas light show throughout Camp Snoopy, and more.

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Location:
Knott's Berry Farm 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park

Anaheim Ballet’s Nutcracker

NOVEMBER 24-25: Enjoy Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker with the Symphony Irvine.

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Location:
City National Grove of Anaheim 2200 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim
Cost:
$30 – $65

Bob Baker’s Nutcracker – Marionette Adaptation in Los Angeles

NOVEMBER 25 - JANUARY 7: Enjoy a marionette adaptation of the ballet classic. It's Bob's most beloved holiday show since its opening in 1969.

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Location:
Bob Baker Marrionette Theater 4949 York Blvd., Los Angeles

Pirates Take Christmas

DECEMBER 1 - JANUARY 1: This yuletide adventure combines audience participation, heart-pounding action and the spirit of the season; along with a hearty 3-course Feast.

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Location:
Pirate's Dinner Adventure 7600 Beach Blvd, Buena Park

Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas at Chance Theater in Anaheim

DECEMBER 1 - 23: Ooh, la la! This year, Nancy is especially excited. After selling some of her old gowns and accessories, she has enough money to buy a brand-new sparkly tree topper. But when things don’t turn out the way Nancy planned, does Christmas still stand a chance of being splendiferous?

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Location:
Chance Theater 5522 E La Palma Ave., Anaheim
Cost:
$31 – $35

Nutcracker for Kids at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

DECEMBER 2: See Tchaikovsky’s Christmas ballet performed in a condensed version created just for kids! This concert finishes with a visit from Santa and annual holiday sing-along.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Narrated Nutcracker at Central Library in Huntington Beach

DECEMBER 2-3: Festival Ballet Theatre’s lavish 45-minute, narrated rendition of The Nutcracker is specially designed to introduce young children to the beauty of classical ballet and music.

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Location:
Huntington Beach Central Library 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA
Cost:
$10

Merry-Achi Christmas at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts

DECEMBER 2 & 3: The annual tradition Merry-Achi Christmas returns to Cerritos in a colorful Mexican holiday celebration filled with seasonal songs, dance, and festive merriment.

Dates:
Recurring
Location:
Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts 18000 Park Plaza Dr., Cerritos, CA
Cost:
$35 – $86

Debbie Allen’s Hot Chocolate Nutcracker in Redondo Beach

DECEMBER 7-10: ​Debbie Allen has taken the ballet classic and given it fresh, new context with lively characters, new music by industry legends, diverse choreography, spectacular aerial arts and state-of-the-art projection to create an immersive, vibrant and memorable theater experience for all ages.

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Location:
Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach

Las Posadas at Heritage Park in Santa Fe Springs

DECEMBER 8: Take the whole family out to enjoy this traditional cultural event as you go through Mary and Joseph’s journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of shelter through this guided, candle-lit procession through Heritage Park.

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Location:
Heritage Park in Santa Fe Springs 12100 Mora Drive, Santa Fe Springs

A Christmas Carol at Long Beach Playhouse

DECEMBER 9-23: In this quick-paced, highly theatrical retelling of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future show Ebenezer Scrooge the poverty of his material wealth and the blessings that come with generosity.

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Location:
Long Beach Playhouse 5021 E Anaheim St., Long Beach, CA

Holiday Concert on the Pier at Redondo Beach

DECEMBER 9: Enjoy this free community event featuring: live holiday music, activity books, holiday photos, sponsor giveaways, and charity toy drive.

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Location:
Redondo Beach Pier 500 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA
Cost:
Free

Long Beach Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

DECEMBER 16-17 & 22-23: This production boasts a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, a real live horse, on-stage pyrotechnics, and a cast of over 200.

Dates:
Recurring
Location:
Long Beach Terrace Theater 300 E Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA

Navidad en Mexico at La Mirada Theatre

DECEMBER 16: This vibrant production celebrates Mexico’s festive Christmas traditions and folklore through music, song and dance.

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Location:
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA
Cost:
$12.75 – $64

Holiday Dance Extravaganza at Laguna Hills Community Center

DECEMBER 16: Enjoy an evening of holiday performances from local studios. Dessert and light refreshments will be served.

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Location:
Laguna Hills Community Center 25555 Alicia Pkwy, Laguna Hills, CA

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at Wiltern Theatre

DECEMBER 17: Experience the international cast performing at the peak of classical European Ballet. Be transported by the magic of jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger than life puppets, and hand-crafted sets and costumes.

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Location:
The Wiltern 3790 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles

Nochebuena: Christmas Eve in Mexico in Orange

DECEMBER 20-21: Music and dance from across Mexico's diverse regions blend the traditions of Indigenous cultures, Spanish heritage, and diverse cultural influences in an exciting night of festive family fun.

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Location:
Musco Center for the Arts at Chapman University 415 N. Glassell, Orange

Drumline Live Holiday at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts

DECEMBER 22: Drumline Live’s soulful renditions of favorite holiday songs will include chart-topping holiday classics with a marching band twist of Gospel, Jazz, Soul, Motown, and Hip-Hop.

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Location:
Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts 18000 Park Plaza Dr., Cerritos, CA
Cost:
$49 – $74

The Nutcracker Ballet at La Mirada Theatre

DECEMBER 23: This production of The Nutcracker is suitable for audiences of all ages, and can include numerous local dance students. The sets, complete with a gloriously gigantic Christmas tree, came all the way from Russia.

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Location:
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA
Cost:
$18.75 – $150

Fiesta Navidad at Segerstrom

DECEMBER 23: One of Orange County’s most beloved holiday events, Fiesta Navidad, features the Grammy Award®-winning Mariachi Los Camperos in a concert filled with festive music and dance.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team works hard to ensure all events are accurate at the time of posting, but details are subject to change without notice. Confirm all details with event organizer before attending. Kidsguide is not liable for errors, omissions, or changes to listings on our calendar.


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