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The Pike Outlets in Long Beach are decorated for the holidays every year. Long Beach is host to several holiday events, including parades, Christmas tree lightings and theater plays. Diego Perez | Long Beach Current<\/p>\n
Several Christmas celebrations will take place throughout Long Beach to finish off 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Residents and visitors alike can revel in the holiday season and channel the cozy spirit with these nine local events.<\/p>\n
All events are free unless stated otherwise.<\/p>\n
Annual Tree Lighting and Santa\u2019s Arrival\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n When: Nov. 20 | 5 to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: On Seaport Way at the 2nd & PCH shopping center<\/p>\n A family-friendly way to ring in the holidays, this event is outdoors and weather-permitting. Santa will make his first appearance of the season at 6:15 p.m., followed by a Christmas tree lighting at 6:30 p.m. and fireworks to finish off the night.<\/p>\n Long Beach Home & Holiday Show<\/a><\/p>\n When: Nov. 22, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Nov. 23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Long Beach Convention Center<\/p>\n Price: Parking costs $15<\/p>\n A wide array of exhibitors and workshops are solely focused on helping homeowners transform their living spaces into festive retreats. Join Home Show Consultants for a convention that educates and inspires at the intersection of holiday decorating and home maintenance.\u00a0<\/p>\n Small Business Saturday in Belmont Shore<\/a><\/p>\n When: Nov. 29 | 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n Where: Belmont Shore<\/p>\n After Black Friday, shop at the Shore on a day dedicated to supporting small businesses and communities, as part of the national \u201cShop Small\u201d movement. Find special gifts for your loved ones on Second Street, home to 28 blocks of businesses.\u00a0<\/p>\n 41st Annual Belmont Shore Christmas Parade<\/a><\/p>\n When: Dec. 6 | 6 to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: Second Street commercial area in Belmont Shore<\/p>\n Starting at 4 p.m., spectators can begin setting up chairs and blankets for the long-running Christmas parade, which returns to one of the most beloved areas in Long Beach. This year\u2019s theme is \u201cJingle Jammies,\u201d so make sure to wear your pajamas.\u00a0<\/p>\n The main straightaway on the parade route will be on East Second Street, before looping around at Bayshore Avenue and heading back.<\/p>\n \u201cA Christmas Carol\u201d Play\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n When: Dec. 6\u201321 | Starts at 8 p.m., with 2 p.m. matinee on Sundays<\/p>\n Where: Long Beach Playhouse<\/p>\n Charles Dickens\u2019s beloved tale \u201cA Christmas Carol\u201d returns for its annual residency at the Mainstage Theater. This highly theatrical version endears the audience to household Christmas names like Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim. Evening showings take place on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays with a double showing on Sunday.<\/p>\n Winter in Willmore<\/a><\/p>\n When: Dec. 7 | 4 to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n Where: 953 N. Park Circle, Long Beach<\/p>\n A holiday market at the historic Bembridge House highlights the decorative spirit demonstrated in Long Beach. Santa, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert will be awaiting your visit, with falling snow and local vendors present. The free event is put on by Long Beach Heritage, the Office of Councilmember Mary Zendejas and Willmore City Community Association.<\/p>\n