Deck Your Calendar with a Variety of Local Seasonal Events to Take You Through the New Year
Glad tidings.
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Hermosa for the Holidays
November 21-23
Enjoy an open-air winter wonderland with shopping from local artisans, festive concerts with Rock for Tots, Santa photos and family-fun activities all weekend long.
Santa Arrival & Tree Lighting
November 28, noon to 6 p.m.
You won’t want to miss Santa lighting the 41-foot plaza tree and the magical snowfall that follows. Bring your blankets and chairs for a cozy evening under the stars.
Torrance Memorial’s 42nd Annual Holiday Festival
December 2-7
torrancememorial.org/holidayfestival
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Step inside the iconic white tent and discover the magic of the season. Wander through dazzling themed trees, shop the South Bay’s largest holiday boutique and enjoy live entertainment. Fashion Show and Gala tickets sold separately.
Riviera Village HOLIDAY Stroll
December 4, 5 to 9 p.m.
Swing by to shop and support small businesses.
Mariachi Night at the Riv
December 4, 5:30 p.m.
Riviera Mexican Grill in Redondo Beach will celebrate the holiday season with mariachi music, drink specials and, of course, wonderful Mexican dishes.
Sandpipers Holiday Homes Tour
December 5-7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
sandpipers.org/holiday-homes-tour
This South Bay organization’s in-person tour features three homes decorated by local businesses and a marketplace with holiday vendors and café items.
Gum Tree Photos with Santa
December 7, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The Hermosa Beach store welcomes guests for photos with Mr. Claus, with all proceeds going to the Hermosa Beach Education Foundation. $20 for a digital photo file.
Holiday Snow Showers
Every Saturday in December, 6 to 8 p.m.
thepointsb.com/snow-showers-at-the-point-2
Snow is in the forecast at The Point! Magical snow flurries happen every 30 minutes on the grass.
7th Annual Santa Stroll
December 13, 9 a.m.
Join hundreds of Santas at Hermosa Pier for a 5K fun run, walk or stroll benefiting Mychal’s Learning Place.
King Harbor Holiday Boat Parade
December 13, 5:30 p.m.
Celebrate the season with festively decorated boats parading though King Harbor. Enjoy dazzling displays, community spirit and holiday cheer as participants come together to light up the water.
Manhattan Beach Fireworks
December 14
The Skechers Snow Park opens in the later afternoon, along with music on the main stage. The annual fireworks display over the Pier begins at 7 p.m.
Menorah Lighting in The Plaza
December 21
Join the Beach Cities’ Jewish community at Manhattan Village for this celebration of the start of Hanukkah.
Gatsby’s Golden Gala: NYE Extravaganza
Wednesday, December 31, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
Ring in 2026 with a dazzling Great Gatsby-inspired soiree at Terranea Resort, where the glamour of the Roaring Twenties comes alive with glittering flapper dancers, handcrafted speakeasy cocktails and breathtaking aerial chandelier acts that set the night aglow. Ages 21+.
