Long Beach Ballet: The Nutcracker
December 14 to 22, 2025
The Long Beach Ballet continues its annual holiday tradition of presenting The Nutcracker at the Terrace Theater at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center for seven performances, December 14-15 and 20-22, 2024. As always, the beloved production bursts with special guest performances and additional surprise treats the entire family will love.
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Broadway at the Beach
December 17 to May 1, 2025
From Broadway to sunny Long Beach! Get ready to experience the magic of Broadway with its BROADWAY AT THE BEACH 2024-2025 SEASON! Broadway at the Beach FEATURES FOUR BLOCKBUSTER and FAN FAVORITE SHOWS, including the nine-time Tony Award®-winning Best Musical THE BOOK OF MORMON, THE CHER SHOW, COME FROM AWAY and CHAMPIONS OF MAGIC.
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Cookies & Cocktails
December 17 to December 24
On Tuesdays in December, Port City Tavern will host Cookies & Cocktails! Grab a sugar cookie decorating kit, unleash your creativity, and enjoy a delicious holiday cocktail in our festive, decked-out space.
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A Christmas Carol
Dec. 7 – Dec. 22, 2024
Holiday favorite A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns for its annual incarnation 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 miserly ways and the blessings that come with generosity. Can they convince him to change before it’s too late? Come spend time with the characters you’ve come to love – Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and of course the irascible miser himself. This yearly tradition will be the Christmas ghost story needed to set you and your loved ones on the path to holiday cheer.
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Frosty Night Market
December 20, 2024, 5:00pm
Get ready to enjoy a magical holiday evening at the Frosty Night Market, hosted by LIVE nonprofit! Join us for a festive celebration full of holiday cheer.
Explore a variety of local vendors offering unique gifts, crafts, and delicious treats perfect for the season. Whether you’re looking to shop for those special holiday gifts or just want to enjoy a fun night out with family and friends, the Frosty Night Market has something for everyone.
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12 Days of Christmas at the Queen Mary
December 12 to December 23
Each day is filled with merry-making activities like cookie decorating, gingerbread house building, and stocking decorating, along with jingle-worthy performances, dance parties, and photos with Santa. To make each visit extra special, every day will feature a unique event, from the Lighting of the Stacks Ceremony to Krampus After Dark and a Snow Day with real snow. Whether attending for one night or all 12, The Queen Mary’s 12 Days of Christmas promises a holly-jolly adventure for everyone.
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Winter Solstice in the Park
December 21, 2024, 9:30am
Come celebrate Winter Solstice at Willow Springs Park! Neighbor-to-Neighbor invites you to pause, reflect, rejuvenate, and connect with your community.
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Downtown Architectural Walking Tour
December 21, 2024 9:30am
On the third Saturday of each month, explore the diversity of Downtown Long Beach, where old and new development come together to create a vibrant urban neighborhood. Learn about the growth of one of California’s largest cities and discover buildings from every decade of the 20th-century that contribute to its unique character.
The tour includes historic landmarks such as the WPA-era Recreation Mural, The Willmore, Farmers & Merchant Bank, First National Bank Security Bank Building, and more.
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Long Beach Towne Center Holiday Celebration
Saturday,December 21, 12:00pm
Long Beach Towne Center invites the community to a festive Holiday Celebration Event on Saturday, December 21 from 12 to 2 p.m. Guests can enjoy take-home photos with Santa, kids’ crafts, face painting, balloon twisters and the magical touch of falling snow for a delightful holiday experience. This holiday event is free and open to the public. Families of all ages are welcome to join in the seasonal fun and capture unforgettable holiday memories.
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Joy to the World! Holiday Brass and Percussion Concert
Saturday,December 21, 5:00pm
Justin Rudd’s Community Action Team will host a free holiday concert featuring 26 musicians from the Southern California Brass Consortium. Registration is required to attend, and cash, check, or online donations will be accepted to support the Community Action Team’s events and activities. Attendees can also bring peanut butter, breakfast cereal, boxes of macaroni and cheese, and/or canned fruit that will be donated to a local food bank, or packs of men’s socks that will be donated to homeless agencies
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Naples Island Christmas Boat Parade
Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, 6 PM
The Naples Boat Parade features holiday-decorated boats and watercraft winding their way through the romantic canals of Naples Island in Long Beach. Everyone loves the boat parade because it offers the excitement and festive decorations in the water below, but holiday cheer also emanates in the brightly and creatively decorated homes all along the canals.
The theme for this year’s boat parade and holiday decor contest is: A Yacht Rock Christmas.
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Naples Boat Parade After Party
December 21,2024 9:00pm
Keep the holiday spirit going after the Naples Christmas Boat Parade at Port City Tavern’s After Party! Enjoy festive cocktails, DJ, and merry decor.
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Holiday Ball at the Queen Mary
December 21, 2024, 7:00pm
Amanda Castro is coming to the Queen Mary! Experience the glitz and glamour of a bygone era this holiday season! The Amanda Castro Band transports you to the golden era of jazz. From the captivating melodies of the 1920s to the timeless allure of swing and big band, this repertoire encompasses the essence of the era while infusing a contemporary twist of today’s hits. You don’t want to miss this!
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Long Beach Christmas Eve Premier Dinner Cruise
December 24 & 25, 2024
Keep your holiday merry and bright with a dinner cruise departing from Long Beach. Featuring festive decor and a delicious dinner buffet, your Christmas on the water is sure to be a gift to yourself and your loved ones. Enjoy live DJ entertainment and full-bar service while reveling in the views of Long Beach.
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Chanukah Celebration
December 29,2024 4:00pm
Celebrate Chanukah at the 2ND & PCH shopping center with an exciting lineup of entertainment! Enjoy the beats of a live three-piece band, witness the dazzling performance of an LED Robot, and let your children unleash their creativity with Chanukah crafts. Indulge in light pre-packaged refreshments and savor the sweetness of chocolate gelt.
Join us for a joyous occasion filled with music, fun, and festive activities!
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Annual Kwanzaa Celebration
December 30, 2024, 5:30pm
The African American Cultural Center of Long Beach will host their Annual Kwanzaa Celebration at the Expo Arts Center. Kwanzaa is an annual African American cultural celebration held from December 26 to January 1.
Kwanzaa has been a Long Beach tradition since 1966. AACCLB is proud of the significant Long Beach tradition and believes it is important that the organization recognizes and celebrates the historical significance of Kwanzaa for Long Beach community and the world.
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New Year’s Eve Family Fireworks Cruise
December 31, 2024 7:45 pm
Join Harbor Breeze Cruises on New Year’s Eve for a night of family fun and fireworks! Harbor Breeze Cruises is hosting a special evening lights and fireworks cruise on the waters of Long Beach Harbor. Boarding at 7:45 pm you will have a narrated cruise to view Long Beach harbor lit up at night. Observe the awe-inspiring firework displays at 9 pm and return to the dock by 9:45 pm.
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New Year’s Eve at the Aquarium
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, 8 PM – 1 AM
Ring in the New Year at the Aquarium of the Pacific. During the New Year’s Eve Night Dive, adults can celebrate with music and the fishes. A live band will play in the Aquarium’s Great Hall, and DJs will be spinning in the galleries. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase.
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New Year’s Eve Cruise with Harbor Breeze
December 31,2024 8:30pm
Join Harbor Breeze Cruises for their annual 21+ New Year’s Eve Cruise aboard La Espada.
While cruising through the beautiful Long Beach Harbor, enjoy the following:
-Cash bar
-Champagne Toast at Midnight
-Finger foods
-Live DJ
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Auld Lang Shine: New Year’s Eve on the Queen Mary
Tuesday,December 31, 8:00pm
This New Year’s Eve, the Queen Mary will embark on a dazzling global journey with its “Auld Lang Shine” celebration on December 31, 2024. Revelers can explore the ship’s decks, ballrooms, and salons, traveling to iconic destinations from around the world—without ever leaving port! From the romance of the French Quarters and the excitement of the New York Rockettes to the soulful jazz of Cape Town, The Queen Mary will come alive with immersive décor, themed entertainment, and unforgettable experiences. These celebrations will showcase the sights and sounds of multiple destinations, culminating in one of Southern California’s best New Year’s Eve firework displays.
