Ready for the holidays, Canoga Park? Our guide has everything you need for a festive season. From Canoga Park locals to global nomads, this guide ensures you don't miss a moment of holiday cheer.
Popular events during this season include the enchanting Nutcracker at the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, where delightful puppetry brings the classic tale to life. Another highlight is Knott's Merry Farm, featuring charming decorations and seasonal treats, inviting visitors to enjoy a whimsical winter wonderland. And the vibrant Las Posadas at Olvera Street is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it celebrates the rich traditions of the season through music and community festivities. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Canoga Park
- Knotts Merry Farm (Buena Park)
- The Nutcracker - Bob Baker Marionette Theater (Los Angeles)
- Las Posadas at Olvera Street (Los Angeles)
- Holiday Events at the Music Center (Los Angeles)
- Westfield Century City Holiday Market (Los Angeles)
- Holiday Road (Calabasas)
- Nightly Snow Flurries at The Grove (Los Angeles)
- Festival of Winter (Fontana)
- Holiday Parade in Laguna Niguel (Laguna Niguel)
- Holiday Family Faire (Topanga)
See these and even more events listed below!
Canoga Park Holiday Light Displays
Holiday Road
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday experience with extensive light displays and interactive activities.
Description:
Holiday Road is a premier holiday event in Los Angeles featuring larger-than-life holiday installations, thousands of Christmas lights, Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elves, and countless candy canes. The event includes an immersive mile-long walking trail, interactive photo moments, a festive souvenir shop, premium holiday bars, and top food trucks. Guests can enjoy live Santa photos, carolers, and whimsical activities like holiday-themed face painting. The event also offers a Winter Market for the perfect gift and delicious treats from LA’s top food trucks.
Where: Calabasas | More Info: Holiday Road
Nightly Snow Flurries at The Grove
What to Expect:
Nightly snowfall in a Southern California setting.
Description:
Southern California snowfalls transform The Grove into a winter wonderland with nightly snowfalls at 7pm and 8pm.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Nightly Snow Flurries at The Grove
LA Zoo Lights - Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting with wildlife-inspired lantern displays.
Description:
LA Zoo Lights features an immersive landscape with dazzling wildlife-themed lantern sculptures, including a magical Holiday Forest and spectacular holiday photo spots. This nature-focused holiday celebration offers interactive experiences and festive treats.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: LA Zoo Lights - Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Canoga Park Holiday Markets and Shopping
Westfield Century City Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday shopping experience with curated gift shops and live performances.
Description:
Westfield Century City Holiday Market offers a curated selection of seasonal gifts, home accessories, and holiday treats. Guests can explore various gift shops, enjoy live performances, and experience festive ambiance with snowfall and holiday carolers.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Westfield Century City Holiday Market
Holiday Family Faire
What to Expect:
Outdoor holiday marketplace with local artisan shopping and festive performances.
Description:
The Holiday Family Faire at Will Geer's Theatricum Botanicum features an artisan holiday marketplace, festive food and drinks, caroling, singing madrigals, and winter holiday stories from various traditions. Santa and Mrs. Claus are available for family photo ops, and the event supports Theatricum Botanicum's artistic and educational programming.
Where: Topanga | More Info: Holiday Family Faire
Canoga Park Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Nutcracker - Bob Baker Marionette Theater
What to Expect:
Traditional ballet retold with marionettes in a specially designed space.
Description:
The Bob Baker Marionette Theater presents a unique adaptation of Tchaikovsky's ballet classic, featuring over 100 handcrafted puppets in a cabaret-style performance. The show includes iconic moments like the Sugarplum Fairy and the Waltzing Flowers, set in an imaginative world where puppetry and storytelling come alive.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: The Nutcracker - Bob Baker Marionette Theater
Holiday Events at the Music Center
What to Expect:
World-class performances with diverse cultural offerings.
Description:
The Music Center offers a variety of holiday events, including concerts, dance performances, and cultural celebrations that bring the community together to enjoy the season.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Holiday Events at the Music Center
Knotts Merry Farm
What to Expect:
Classic holiday festival with world-class ice skaters and unique dining options.
Description:
Knott's Merry Farm is a holiday celebration featuring winter wonderland-inspired decor, thousands of twinkling lights, and a variety of picturesque seasonal settings. Enjoy Christmas shows like Home for the Holidays, a musical revue with classic Christmas tunes, holiday lights, and magical dancing toys. The event also includes a beloved ice show starring Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang, as well as delectable holiday dining food and a Christmas Crafts Village.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: Knotts Merry Farm
Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico
What to Expect:
Rich cultural tapestry of Mexican Christmas traditions.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season with Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico, featuring Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande. This vibrant show weaves cherished Mexican traditions into a heartwarming story of the season, capturing the spirit of Posadas, the majesty of the Reyes Magos, and the thrill of breaking piñatas.
Where: Rancho Cucamonga | More Info: Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico
Canoga Park Other Holiday Activities
Las Posadas at Olvera Street
What to Expect:
Traditional reenactment of Mary and Joseph's journey with live music and piñata.
Description:
Las Posadas at Olvera Street is a nine-night festival reenacting the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem with traditional songs, colorful costumes, and vibrant music. The event includes a children's piñata, procession, and live entertainment, culminating in a live depiction of Mary and Joseph on Christmas Eve.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Las Posadas at Olvera Street
Holiday Parade in Laguna Niguel
What to Expect:
Grand Marshal Steve Oedekerk leads the parade.
Description:
The Holiday Parade in Laguna Niguel is a vibrant community event featuring festive floats, marching bands, and local entries. It celebrates the holiday season with a variety of participants and activities.
Where: Laguna Niguel | More Info: Holiday Parade in Laguna Niguel
Festival of Winter
What to Expect:
Snow play and train rides.
Description:
The Festival of Winter is a free community event at Miller Park featuring train rides, rides and attractions, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Santa, and a variety of vendors and activity booths. It also includes the chance to sled down over 40 tons of fresh snow and experience snow for the first time.
Where: Fontana | More Info: Festival of Winter
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Woodland Hills (2 miles)
- West Hills (3 miles)
- Calabasas (4 miles)
- Chatsworth (4 miles)
- Northridge (4 miles)
- Encino (6 miles)
- North Hills (7 miles)
- Valley Glen (9 miles)
- Van Nuys (9 miles)
- Agoura (9 miles)
- Sherman Oaks (9 miles)
- San Fernando (11 miles)
- Agoura Hills (11 miles)
- Simi Valley (11 miles)
- Studio City (12 miles)
- North Hollywood (13 miles)
- Santa Clarita (14 miles)
- Thousand Oaks (14 miles)
- Santa Monica (14 miles)
- Beverly Hills (14 miles)
- Universal City (15 miles)
- West Hollywood (16 miles)
- Venice (17 miles)
- Burbank (17 miles)
- Valencia (17 miles)
- Canyon Country (17 miles)
- Culver City (17 miles)
- Hollywood (17 miles)
- Moorpark (17 miles)
- Tujunga (18 miles)
- Koreatown (20 miles)
- Glendale (20 miles)
- Silver Lake (20 miles)
- Echo Park (21 miles)
- Inglewood (22 miles)
- Los Angeles (23 miles)
- Lennox (23 miles)
- La Canada Flintridge (23 miles)
- Hawthorne (24 miles)
- Manhattan Beach (24 miles)
- Westmont (25 miles)
- Camarillo (25 miles)
- Boyle Heights (25 miles)
- Lawndale (26 miles)
- Florence-Graham (26 miles)
- Huntington Park (26 miles)
- Pasadena (26 miles)
- South Pasadena (26 miles)
- Altadena (27 miles)
- Redondo Beach (27 miles)
- Gardena (27 miles)
- East Los Angeles (27 miles)
- Willowbrook (28 miles)
- Maywood (28 miles)
- South Gate (28 miles)
- Alhambra (28 miles)
- Bell (28 miles)
- Santa Paula (28 miles)
- Monterey Park (29 miles)
- Cudahy (29 miles)
- Lynwood (29 miles)
- San Gabriel (29 miles)
- Torrance (29 miles)
- Compton (30 miles)
- Bell Gardens (30 miles)
- Montebello (31 miles)
- Rosemead (31 miles)
- Carson (31 miles)
- West Carson (32 miles)
- Temple City (32 miles)
- Downey (32 miles)
- Pico Rivera (32 miles)
- Arcadia (32 miles)
- Lomita (33 miles)
- Paramount (33 miles)
- Oxnard (33 miles)
- South El Monte (33 miles)
- Rancho Palos Verdes (34 miles)
- El Monte (34 miles)
- West Whittier-Los Nietos (34 miles)
- Port Hueneme (34 miles)
- Monrovia (34 miles)
- Bellflower (35 miles)
- Duarte (36 miles)
- Whittier (36 miles)
- Lakewood (36 miles)
- Norwalk (36 miles)
- South Whittier (36 miles)
- San Pedro (37 miles)
- Baldwin Park (37 miles)
- West Puente Valley (37 miles)
- Palmdale (38 miles)
- Long Beach (38 miles)
- Cerritos (39 miles)
- Hacienda Heights (39 miles)
- West Covina (39 miles)
- La Mirada (39 miles)
- Valinda (39 miles)
- La Puente (39 miles)
- Azusa (40 miles)
- Ventura (40 miles)
- Covina (41 miles)
- Buena Park (41 miles)
- Cypress (42 miles)
- La Habra (42 miles)
- South San Jose Hills (42 miles)
- Glendora (42 miles)
- Seal Beach (43 miles)
- Rowland Heights (43 miles)
- Lancaster (43 miles)
- Walnut (44 miles)
- Stanton (44 miles)
- Brea (45 miles)
- Fullerton (45 miles)