Everything you need for the holidays in Echo Park is in our guide. Discover all the top festive events and activities. Whether Echo Park is your permanent address or your seasonal escape, this guide ensures you make the most of the festivities.
One of the highlights of the season is Holiday in the Park, where enchanting light displays and seasonal entertainment create a magical atmosphere for all ages. In addition, Knott's Merry Farm features delightful holiday shows, delicious treats, and seasonal shopping to get you in the spirit. And the Temecula On Ice is something you definitely don't want to miss—offering a charming outdoor ice skating experience for families and friends alike. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Echo Park
- Holiday in the Park (Valencia)
- Knott's Merry Farm (Buena Park)
- Temecula On Ice (Temecula)
- Festival of Winter (Fontana)
- John Denver’s Rocky Mountain Christmas (Anaheim)
- LA Zoo Lights (Los Angeles)
- Enchanted Forest of Light (La Cañada Flintridge)
- Magic of Lights (Los Angeles)
- Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood (Universal City)
- ICE Santa Monica (Santa Monica)
See these and even more events listed below!
Echo Park Holiday Light Displays
LA Zoo Lights
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
Description:
Explore an immersive landscape filled with dazzling new lantern sculptures of animals among blooming flowers, towering trees, and glowing rivers. This nature-focused holiday celebration features all-new wonders, including a magical Holiday Forest with majestic pine trees and snow-loving animals, and spectacular holiday photo spots.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: LA Zoo Lights
Enchanted Forest of Light
What to Expect:
Interactive light installations in a botanical garden setting.
Description:
Descanso Gardens transforms into a vibrant, luminescent forest with interactive art installations, geometric sculptures, and ambient music, featuring returning favorites like Tom Fruin's stained glass houses and HYBYCOZO's 3-D light sculptures.
Where: La Cañada Flintridge | More Info: Enchanted Forest of Light
Magic of Lights
What to Expect:
Drive-through holiday lights display with life-sized dinosaurs and iconic characters.
Description:
Magic of Lights is a drive-through holiday lights spectacle featuring over 2 million sparkling lights, including larger-than-life displays of Holiday Barbie, Bigfoot Monster Truck, and life-sized dinosaurs. The event offers a variety of holiday scenes and characters, making it a memorable experience for all ages.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Magic of Lights
Echo Park Holiday Markets and Shopping
Montana Ave Winter Shopping Festival
What to Expect:
Street closure for a treasure trove of local shopping and dining.
Description:
Montana Avenue transforms into an outdoor marketplace featuring local businesses, unique gifts, handcrafted goods, treats, and entertainment.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Montana Ave Winter Shopping Festival
Holiday Artisan Market
What to Expect:
Live jazz music and unique gifts from local artists.
Description:
The Holiday Artisan Market at Merrihews features live jazz music and unique gifts from local artists and artisans.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Holiday Artisan Market
Echo Park Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Knott's Merry Farm
What to Expect:
Christmas celebration with live entertainment and unique holiday dining options.
Description:
Knott's Merry Farm is a classic holiday festival featuring thousands of twinkling lights, themed garland, and jumbo snowflakes. Enjoy Christmas shows like "Home for the Holidays," ice shows starring the Peanuts Gang, and delectable holiday dining. Explore the Christmas Crafts Village and experience Santa's Christmas Cabin.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: Knott's Merry Farm
John Denver’s Rocky Mountain Christmas
What to Expect:
Tribute performance to John Denver's music and holiday classics.
Description:
Rick Schuler, America's Top John Denver Tribute, brings John Denver's iconic hits and holiday classics to life in an intimate show featuring "Rocky Mountain High," "Sunshine on My Shoulders," and more, weaving in heartwarming inspirational carols and festive standards.
Where: Anaheim | More Info: John Denver’s Rocky Mountain Christmas
Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday theming with seasonal decorations and attractions.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Universal Studios Hollywood with immersive theming, seasonal decorations, and thrilling attractions.
Where: Universal City | More Info: Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
Movie Friday: Die Hard
What to Expect:
Free outdoor screening of a classic action film.
Description:
Watch the iconic action film "Die Hard" under the stars on Third Street Promenade, a family-friendly outdoor movie event with a festive atmosphere.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Movie Friday: Die Hard
Echo Park Other Holiday Activities
Holiday in the Park
What to Expect:
Millions of lights and seasonal eats transform the park.
Description:
Holiday in the Park transforms Six Flags Magic Mountain into a vibrant winter spectacle with millions of lights, seasonal eats, and entertainment.
Where: Valencia | More Info: Holiday in the Park
Temecula On Ice
What to Expect:
State-of-the-art ice rink with rental skates and live music.
Description:
Temecula On Ice features a state-of-the-art ice rink, rental skates, Bobby skating aids, and its own radio station playing the best ice skating music. Open daily, including Christmas Day and New Year's Eve, with special hours and fees.
Where: Temecula | More Info: Temecula On Ice
Festival of Winter
What to Expect:
Snow play and train rides for all ages.
Description:
The Festival of Winter at Miller Park Amphitheater features train rides, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Santa, and a variety of vendors and activity booths. Enjoy snow play and attractions suitable for all ages.
Where: Fontana | More Info: Festival of Winter
ICE Santa Monica
What to Expect:
Seasonal outdoor ice skating with a tot rink for children.
Description:
Ice at Santa Monica offers an 8,000-square-foot outdoor ice rink in downtown Santa Monica, near the Pacific Ocean. The rink is open from November 8 to January 20, featuring special events like the Opening Celebration, Taylor's Birthday, and a New Year's Eve celebration. It includes a 400-square-foot tot rink for kids and offers skate rentals and locker rentals.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: ICE Santa Monica
Miracle on Main Street
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with kids' activities and tree lighting.
Description:
Miracle on Main Street is a holiday celebration featuring kids' activities, Santa, tree lighting, carolers, and street-wide festivities.
Where: Santa Monica | More Info: Miracle on Main Street
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Silver Lake (1 miles)
- Los Angeles (2 miles)
- Koreatown (3 miles)
- Hollywood (4 miles)
- Boyle Heights (4 miles)
- Glendale (4 miles)
- West Hollywood (6 miles)
- East Los Angeles (6 miles)
- Universal City (7 miles)
- South Pasadena (7 miles)
- Huntington Park (7 miles)
- Burbank (8 miles)
- Maywood (8 miles)
- Florence-Graham (8 miles)
- Alhambra (8 miles)
- Monterey Park (8 miles)
- Beverly Hills (8 miles)
- Bell (8 miles)
- Pasadena (8 miles)
- Culver City (9 miles)
- San Gabriel (9 miles)
- South Gate (9 miles)
- Studio City (9 miles)
- Cudahy (9 miles)
- La Canada Flintridge (9 miles)
- North Hollywood (9 miles)
- Inglewood (10 miles)
- Westmont (10 miles)
- Bell Gardens (10 miles)
- Montebello (10 miles)
- Lynwood (11 miles)
- Altadena (11 miles)
- Rosemead (11 miles)
- Lennox (11 miles)
- Willowbrook (11 miles)
- Pico Rivera (11 miles)
- Temple City (12 miles)
- Sherman Oaks (12 miles)
- Downey (12 miles)
- Tujunga (12 miles)
- Hawthorne (12 miles)
- South El Monte (12 miles)
- Compton (13 miles)
- Venice (13 miles)
- West Whittier-Los Nietos (13 miles)
- Van Nuys (13 miles)
- Valley Glen (13 miles)
- El Monte (13 miles)
- Gardena (13 miles)
- Arcadia (14 miles)
- Santa Monica (14 miles)
- Lawndale (14 miles)
- Paramount (14 miles)
- Whittier (15 miles)
- Encino (15 miles)
- South Whittier (15 miles)
- Monrovia (16 miles)
- Bellflower (16 miles)
- Manhattan Beach (16 miles)
- Norwalk (16 miles)
- Duarte (17 miles)
- West Puente Valley (17 miles)
- North Hills (17 miles)
- Carson (17 miles)
- Lakewood (17 miles)
- Baldwin Park (17 miles)
- Torrance (17 miles)
- San Fernando (17 miles)
- Redondo Beach (17 miles)
- Hacienda Heights (18 miles)
- West Carson (18 miles)
- La Mirada (18 miles)
- La Puente (18 miles)
- Valinda (18 miles)
- West Covina (18 miles)
- Cerritos (19 miles)
- Northridge (19 miles)
- Lomita (20 miles)
- Azusa (21 miles)
- La Habra (21 miles)
- Woodland Hills (21 miles)
- South San Jose Hills (21 miles)
- Buena Park (21 miles)
- Canoga Park (21 miles)
- Covina (21 miles)
- Rowland Heights (22 miles)
- Long Beach (22 miles)
- Cypress (22 miles)
- Calabasas (22 miles)
- Glendora (23 miles)
- Walnut (23 miles)
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- Brea (23 miles)
- San Pedro (24 miles)
- Fullerton (24 miles)
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- Stanton (24 miles)
- Seal Beach (25 miles)
- Anaheim (26 miles)
- Diamond Bar (26 miles)
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- Westminster (26 miles)
- Placentia (27 miles)
- Canyon Country (27 miles)
- Santa Clarita (27 miles)
- Agoura (28 miles)
- Garden Grove (28 miles)
- La Verne (28 miles)
- Yorba Linda (29 miles)
- Pomona (29 miles)
- Chino Hills (29 miles)
- Agoura Hills (30 miles)
- Orange (31 miles)
- Claremont (31 miles)
- Fountain Valley (31 miles)
- Valencia (32 miles)
- Santa Ana (32 miles)
- Huntington Beach (33 miles)
- Simi Valley (33 miles)
- Montclair (33 miles)
- Chino (33 miles)
- Thousand Oaks (34 miles)
- Tustin (34 miles)
- North Tustin (34 miles)
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- Upland (35 miles)
- Palmdale (36 miles)
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- Newport Beach (37 miles)
- Irvine (38 miles)
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- Moorpark (38 miles)
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- Norco (42 miles)
- Corona (42 miles)
- Jurupa Valley (43 miles)
- Lancaster (43 miles)
- Lake Forest (44 miles)
- Glen Avon (45 miles)
- Laguna Hills (45 miles)