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SUMMARY:Coastal Christmas Del Mar
DESCRIPTION:Coastal Christmas Del Mar: Where Holiday Magic Meets the California Coast  \nIf you’re looking for a little North Pole sparkle without the snow\, Coastal Christmas Del Mar is your new favorite family tradition! Nestled by the ocean at the Del Mar Fairgrounds\, this seaside holiday wonderland brings all the cozy\, twinkly\, festive feels — with a SoCal twist. \nStroll through a glittering Holiday Light Trail\, snap the cutest family photos under a canopy of lights\, and sip on hot cocoa (or a holiday cocktail — you’ve earned it\, mama!). The kids will love exploring Frosty’s Fun Zone\, meeting Santa\, and gliding across the eco-friendly Glice rink while ocean breezes fill the air. Feeling extra festive? Reserve a private igloo for your family and enjoy a little VIP holiday glow — complete with your own fire pit for roasting s’mores (and maybe toasting with something a bit more grown-up ). \nThere’s plenty for everyone — from festive bites and local treats to magical moments that make even grown-ups feel like kids again. Whether it’s your first year visiting or your family’s new holiday tradition\, Coastal Christmas Del Mar is where memories sparkle a little brighter. \n Del Mar Fairgrounds\n 10 Select dates in December | Opening December 12\n Tickets & private igloos available now at https://www.coastalchristmasdelmar.com/
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/coastal-christmas/
LOCATION:Del Mar Fairgrounds\, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.\, Del Mar\, CA
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:Native Representation and Living Land
DESCRIPTION:Join us in conversation with Tonantzín Carmelo (Tongva/Kumeyaay and Latina) and Bird Runningwater (Cheyenne and Mescalero Apache) as they discuss their experiences as Native artists and cultural advocates in film; the importance of authentic Indigenous representation; how institutions can go beyond land acknowledgements; and more. This conversation will be moderated by Academy Museum Director\, Community and Impact\, Eduardo Sanchez. \nAbout our guests\nTonantzín Carmelo (Tongva/Kumeyaay and Latina) is a SAG award-nominated actress known for lead and supporting roles in film\, television\, video games and theater. Early in her career\, she played the lead in the supernatural thriller film Imprint as well as in the Steven Spielberg mini-series Into the West. Recently\, she appeared as a series regular as Paara on NBC’s La… Brea and in recurring roles as Tish on CBS’s NCIS Origins and Eleanda Garza on Dark Winds (now showing on Netflix). Her voice work is featured as Kendra Daniels in the video game Dead Space\, as a narrator for the audiobook White Horse\, and as Buffalo in the Netflix animated series Spirit Rangers. On stage this year\, she led the cast in the farcical comedy Fake it Until You Make it at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles. \nBird Runningwater (Cheyenne/Mescalero Apache) was born and reared on the Mescalero Apache Reservation in New Mexico. He has dedicated his career to championing Native American and other Indigenous stories for film and television. He is an executive producer on Erica Tremblay’s 2023 Sundance Film Festival debut Fancy Dance\, starring Lily Gladstone and acquired for distribution by Apple TV+; and on Phantoms of the Sierra Madre\, a Norwegian documentary that premiered at CPH:DOX in 2024. Most recently he produced the Free Leonard Peltier documentary\, which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Runningwater headed the Sundance Institute’s Indigenous Filmmakers Program for 20 years\, where he managed the institute’s equity and inclusion work. A member of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences\, he began his career in media at the Ford Foundation in New York City. Runningwater is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with degrees in Journalism and Native American Studies; he received his Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Texas at Austin’s Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/native-representation-and-living-land/
LOCATION:Academy Museum of Motion Pictures\, 6067 Wilshire Blvd\,\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036
CATEGORIES:LA Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T190000
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SUMMARY:Black on the Block Winter Fest
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the biggest Black-owned holiday marketplace in Los Angeles! ✨ \n\nBlack on the Block is back on December 14. Join us as we come together to uplift local businesses\, celebrate community\, and keep the Black dollar circulating this holiday season 🎁  \n​​ \nFeaturing:🛍️ 100+ Black-owned businesses😋 Delicious Food Court + Bars 🎶 Live Performances by Josh Levi and Radio Free Voices choir🎧 Sounds by Yahdy Sensei\, Giselle Peppers\, DJ R-Tistic\, DJ Ash B🎤 Hosted by Storm DeBarge 💰 Giveaway items including custom BOTB AMEX gift cards\, tote bags\, merch\, vouchers & more 💡 Community & Networking 💎 VIP Rooftop (21+) \n​ \nKids 12 & under enter free. \n​ \n💎 VIP Rooftop (21+): Experience our indoor + outdoor lounge overlooking the festival! A VIP ticket includes a separate VIP entrance line\, open wine bar from 1-3pm\, access to seating and cabanas (first come\, first serve)\, photobooth\, and VIP cash bar. ​​ \n\nBlack on the Block Winter Fest \nDate: Sunday\, December 14 \nTime: 1-7pm \nAddress: 500 S Bixel St. Los Angeles CA\, 90017 \nDoors close at 6:30pm
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/black-on-the-block-winter-fest/
LOCATION:Los Angeles Center Studios\, 1201 W. 5th St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90017
CATEGORIES:LA Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T193000
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SUMMARY:39th Annual Santa Barbara Parade of Lights
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, December 14th\, come down to the waterfront to celebrate the 39th Annual Parade of Lights\, where families can visit a Winter Wonderland on the City Pier in the Santa Barbara Harbor. There will be holiday elves\, 10 tons of snow\, goodie bags\, and a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus! The Winter Wonderland area will be open from 3:00pm – 5:00pm. \nThe Human-Powered category of the parade will take place during the daylight at 2:00 p.m. Dozens of standup paddlers and kayakers dressed in festival attire will loop the Harbor and Stearns Wharf\, spreading cheer for all to hear. Then\, at 5:30 p.m.\, around 30 illuminated watercraft will light up the night as they make their way from Leadbetter Beach down the coast to the Cabrillo Pavilion\, then back along the coast to Stearns Wharf. \nThe parade will be followed by a brief fireworks show starting at approximately 7:00 p.m. The best viewing locations for the boat parade and fireworks include Stearns Wharf\, the breakwater\, West Beach\, and East Beach.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/39th-annual-santa-barbara-parade-of-lights/
LOCATION:Stearns Wharf\, 219 Stearns Wharf\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101
CATEGORIES:SB & Montecito Lifestyle,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T163000
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SUMMARY:Menorah Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Dec 14-21 at 4:15pm (5:45pm on Dec 20) \n\n\n\n\nCelebrate Chanukah with a nightly Menorah lighting at The Del\, hosted by the Chabad of Coronado. \nNightly\, December 14 – 21*\n4:15pm \n*Saturday\, December 20\n5:45pm
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/menorah-lighting/
LOCATION:Hotel Del Coronado\, 1500 Orange Ave.\, Coronado\, CA\, 92118
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T210000
DTSTAMP:20251211T135148Z
CREATED:20251211T135148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T135148Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Wonderland is back at Petco Park for its fifth year\, lighting up Gallagher Square December 5–23! \nTake photos with Santa\, ride the carousel and Christmas train\, sled down a snowy hill\, and wander through sparkling light displays. Enjoy festive drinks\, seasonal treats\, and shop local artisan vendors. \nDon’t miss the 40-foot Christmas tree\, nightly snowfall\, and live entertainment on select nights\, the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. \nTickets start at $18 for kids and $25 for adults.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/holiday-wonderland/
LOCATION:Petco Park – Gallagher Square\, 899 J St\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T220000
DTSTAMP:20251213T194336Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Fest OC
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Winter Fest OC\, a PSQ Production\, as we bring the ultimate winter wonderland to Orange County! Winter Fest OC is SoCal’s largest winter festival\, featuring ice tubing\, ice skating under the star\, mini slides\, snowball tossing and freshly falling snow. Guests can also enjoy more than 30 carnival rides and attractions\, nightly tree lighting ceremonies\, live entertainment\, holiday treats and immersive photo opportunities. \nOC Fair & Event Center is proud to host Winter Fest OC\, A PSQ Production\, an independent promoter. \nWhen:  Nov. 28 – Jan. 4\, 2026\nSchedule:\nNov. 28 – Dec. 21\nClosed Monday – Wednesday\nThursday : 5 – 10 p.m.\nFriday: 5 – 10 p.m.\nSaturday: 4 – 11 p.m.\nSunday: 4 – 10 p.m. \n*Closed on Sunday\, Dec. 7 \nDec. 22 – Jan  4\, 2026\nMonday –  Friday: 5 – 10 p.m.\nSaturday: 4 – 11 p.m.\nSunday: 4 – 10 p.m. \nDec. 31\, 5 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. \nWhere: OC Fair & Event Center – Lot A\nHow much: General admission prices vary. Parking is $12.\nMore info: Visit WinterFestOC.com
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/winter-fest-oc/
LOCATION:OC Fair & Event Center
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T200000
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SUMMARY:55th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights
DESCRIPTION:2025 Theme:  AN OUT OF THIS WORLD CHRISTMAS \nVisit the JOIN THE PARADE page to register your boat to be in the parade. \nThe San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is a time-honored holiday tradition brought to San Diego by the boating community. Continuing its long-standing San Diego tradition\, the 55th annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights promises to dazzle and entertain bayfront crowds during 2 evenings on  December 14 and December 21\, 2025. Participants in this year’s highly anticipated holiday boat parade will decorate their boats to fit this year’s theme. \nThe San Diego Bay Parade of Lights brings more than 100\,000 San Diego residents and visitors to the shores of San Diego Bay each year. The procession of approximately 80 lavishly decorated boats has become one of the most iconic events in the region. There is no cost to view the parade. \nThis year\, for the 7th time\, the parade will proceed to the pier at Cesar Chavez Park before making the turn to Coronado\, giving spectators another area to view the parade. \nThe procession will start at 5:30 p.m. and will follow the predetermined parade  route. \nPlease send questions or comments to sdparadeoflights@gmail.com. \nThe parade takes approximately one  hour to one and a half hours to pass any given point along the parade route. \nPLEASE ARRIVE EARLY AS IT GETS CROWED AT THE TOP LOCATIONS. \nThe APPROXIMATE arrival time of the parade at various locations are: \n\nShelter Island (start of parade)   5:30 p.m.\nHarbor Island                                 5:45 –  6:15 p.m.\nSeaport Village                                6:20 – 6:45 p.m.\nThe Embarcadero                            6:50 – 7:15 p.m.\nThe Pier at Cesar Chavez Park     7:20 – 7:30 p.m.\nFerry Landing on Coronado          7:40 p.m.\n\n \nWhether a participant or spectator\, the Parade of Lights is a festive and delightful experience for all!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/55th-annual-san-diego-bay-parade-of-lights/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T220000
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SUMMARY:San Diego Clippers Home Game
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to witness the electrifying return of basketball to San Diego with the arrival of the San Diego Clippers! \nThe San Diego Clippers are the NBA G League affiliate of the LA Clippers. This dynamic team brings the thrill of NBA-caliber talent right here to Oceanside and they’re set to make waves at Frontwave Arena starting this 2024-2025 season!
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/san-diego-clippers-home-game-5/
LOCATION:Frontwave Arena\, 3475 Hero Dr.\, Oceanside\, CA\, 92056
CATEGORIES:SD Sports Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Sports Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T203000
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SUMMARY:50th Annual Boat Parade of Lights
DESCRIPTION:The Harbor’s much anticipated 50th Annual Boat Parade of Lights\,  a Golden Jubilee\, will take place December 12 – 14 with a “CAROL OF THE BOATS” theme. The parade begins nightly at 6:30 p.m. Boaters will decorate their vessels to the theme of the parade\, for a chance to win up to $10\,000 in cash prizes across several award categories\, courtesy of Dana Point Harbor Partners. \nAward categories include Best Use of Theme\, People’s Choice\, Supervisor’s Cup\, Mayor’s Cup and more. Boaters can sign up online\, or in person at The Marina at Dana Point office. \nThe public is welcome to view the parade from the boardwalk and park areas\, reserve a table with a view from one of the harbor’s waterfront restaurants\, or hop aboard a special boat parade charter.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/50th-annual-boat-parade-of-lights/
LOCATION:Dana Point Harbor\, 34571 Golden Lantern\, Dana Point\, CA\, 92629\, United States
CATEGORIES:OC Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T210000
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SUMMARY:Home for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the holiday season with an incredible night of music from four world-renowned artists! Home for the Holidays stars two-time Grammy Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Peabo Bryson; two-time Grammy Award winner Sheena Easton; American Idol winner and Grammy Award nominee Ruben Studdard; and international trumpet prodigy Ilya Serov. \n\n\nLineup\n\n\n\nHome for the Holidays\n\n\nPeabo Bryson\n\n\nSheena Easton\n\n\nRuben Studdard\n\n\nIlya Serov
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/home-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts\, 18000 Park Plaza Drive\, Cerritos\, CA\, 90703
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T213000
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SUMMARY:NAVIDAD EN MEXICO
DESCRIPTION:Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, December 14\, 2025 • 2pm & 7pm \n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate the Christmas Season\, Folklórico Style!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBack by popular demand! Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno returns again with their holiday spectacular that has been entertaining audiences since 1971 and has become a family favorite!  This vibrant and unique production celebrates Mexico’s festive Christmas traditions and folklore through music\, song and dance. With a live mariachi band and gorgeous costumes\, this show invites you to embark on a journey through the many regions of Mexico to experience Navidad en Mexico! 
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/navidad-en-mexico/
LOCATION:La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts\, 14900 La Mirada Blvd.\, La Mirada\, CA\, 90638
CATEGORIES:LA Theater,SoCal Events,SoCal Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T223000
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SUMMARY:WAYNE LINSEY: A SWINGIN' CHRISTMAS!
DESCRIPTION:The consummate musician\, producer\, arranger\, songwriter and artist in his own right\, Wayne Linsey’s list of credits reads like a who’s who in contemporary music. Legendary names like Miles Davis\, Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder are among the plethora of artists with whom the L.A.-based maestro has worked on stage and in the recording studio. Super producers like Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds and hitmakers like Whitney Houston and Earth\, Wind & Fire always call Wayne to work on their projects; as a touring musician\, Wayne spent many years with the ever-popular band Maze featuring Frankie Beverly\, lending his distinctive and soulful touch as the primary keyboardist to the group’s energetic live show.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/wayne-linsey-a-swingin-christmas/
LOCATION:Catalina Jazz Club\, 6725 West Sunset Blvd.\, Hollywood\, CA\, 90028
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T233000
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SUMMARY:The Free Nationals
DESCRIPTION:The Free Nationals have returned with a new single\, “Gangsta\,” featuring their friends A$AP Rocky and Anderson .Paak. \nBest known for being Anderson .Paak’s live band\, The Free Nationals have toured the world meeting countless artists who inspire them. While the number of contemporary musicians who inspire them would take an anthology of box sets to cover\, they have boiled it down to a handful of artists to include on the album\, all of whom lend their talents in spreading the funk.  Free Nationals means the first people of America\, indigenous to the land before Columbus came. The group seeks to pay respect to the musicians that came before them\, staying indigenous to the funk. They pay tribute to their inspirations such as Stevie Wonder\, B.B. King\, Herbie Hancock\, and Al Green by incorporating technical musicianship and pioneering musical euphoria for a new generation. \nTheir debut self-titled album featured an all-star cast of friends they’ve met along their musical journey\, including the late Mac Miller\, Syd\, Anderson .Paak\, Kali Uchis\, T.I.\, JID\, Westside Gunn\, Conway\, Chronixx\, Daniel Caesar\, Unknown Mortal Orchestra\, Kadhja Bonet\, MIKNNA\, Benny Sings\, and Joyce Wrice. Released December 13\, 2019\, the album has gone on to sell over 265\,000 units; highlighted by a 2020 Grammy nomination for “Best Progressive R&B Album.” Singles “Beauty & Essex” (ft. Daniel Caesar & Unknown Mortal Orchestra) & “Time” (ft. Mac Miller & Kali Uchis) have since reached RIAA Gold certification. \nIn 2020\, prior to the pandemic shut down\, the Free Nationals completed an album release headline tour\, selling out all dates in advance. Returning to touring in the summer of 2022\, the Free Nationals—alongside Anderson .Paak—supported the Red Hot Chili Peppers in arenas throughout Europe & the United Kingdom; and finished out the year supporting Herbie Hancock at the Hollywood Bowl. \nThe band’s 2023 was highlighted by a guest TV appearance on Freeform’s Grown-ish and mainstage festival performances at Okeechobee Festival in Florida (with special guest set performers Anderson .Paak\, Big Boi\, and Earth Wind & Fire); and Roskilde Festival in Denmark to an amazing 80\,000 person crowd. \nIn 2024\, we will see the Free Nationals return once again to Freeform’s Grown-ish for a follow-up episode. The group will also return to the stage in late April with Anderson .Paak for the New Orleans Jazz Festival. Along with their single release for “Gangsta\,” more music is expected to be on the way.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/the-free-nationals/
LOCATION:Blue Note LA\, 6372 W Sunset Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90028
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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