The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden<\/strong>\u00a0invites you to experience the\u00a0Moonlight Forest<\/strong><\/a>, an unforgettable evening of art, culture and discovery that celebrates the ancient tradition of Chinese lantern art. Master artisans from China\u2019s Sichuan province have crafted a dazzling array of lanterns for this year’s festival; step into a winter wonderland with playful penguins and cuddly sled dogs in the new Polar Dreams experience. The festival offers food trucks, cafe and a full bar – no outside food or beverages.<\/p>\n The exhibition route is a gentle one-mile walk and takes about an hour. The festival is accessible for strollers, wheelchairs and mobility assisting devices. Wheelchairs are not provided and cannot be rented on site.<\/p>\n Moonlight Forest is on view Wednesday to Sunday from 5:30-10pm. Ticketed entry times are 5:30pm, 7pm and 8pm.\u00a0Tickets can be purchased online at the\u00a0Moonlight Forest website<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and at the box office during Arboretum business hours (9am \u2013 4:30pm, Monday \u2013 Sunday) and during event hours, limited to capacity. Moonlight Forest does not guarantee ticket availability at the box office on the day of the event. Due to high demand the Arboretum strongly recommends buying advance tickets to guarantee entry. Group sales are available.<\/p>\n \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 BOLD Holidays 2019 will kick off with the\u00a0Holiday Lighting Celebration<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0along Rodeo Drive on Thursday, November 14 from 5\u20138 p.m. DJ CoryLive! will warm up the evening followed by Jazz ensemble The Cufflink Crooners, while contemporary and hip-hop dance numbers will thrill with holiday pop. Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe award-nominated TV actor and Broadway performer Matthew Morrison will take the stage for a special headlining performance of holiday songs, along with a sneak peek from his upcoming 2020 album of Disney classic covers.<\/p>\n The evening will be capped by Beverly Hills Mayor John Mirisch and fellow City Council members, who will illuminate the length of Rodeo Drive and its iconic palm trees with an abundance of sparkle before a dramatic and glittering grand finale of fireworks.<\/p>\n Since its debut in 2014,\u00a0LA Zoo Lights<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0has grown into a can’t-miss holiday light experience. Glowing animals welcome you as you embark on an unforgettable night time journey that includes the world\u2019s largest illuminated pop-up storybook, a magical disco ball forest, giant glittering snowflakes, and a twinkling tunnel filled with dynamic swirls of color. This year\u2019s event features more light animals than ever before, spectacular new additions \u2013 both hand-crafted and high-tech \u2013 and returning favorites.<\/p>\n Admission for this all-ages evening program is separate from daytime Zoo admission. No live animals other than the LAIR (Living Amphibians, Invertebrates, and Reptiles) and Asian elephants will be on display during evening events.<\/p>\n LA Zoo Lights is open nightly from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Closed on Thanksgiving Day (November 28), Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. For more info and to purchase tickets, visit\u00a0www.lazoolights.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Note: the Safari Shuttle will not be running during LA Zoo Lights. For guests who may not be able to walk the entire route, wheelchairs are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n VIP EXPERIENCES<\/strong> Experience the magic of the holidays at the annual\u00a0Light the Night<\/strong><\/a>, taking place at\u00a0The Village at Westfield Topanga<\/strong>\u00a0on Friday, November 15 from 7pm-9pm. Hosted by AJ Gibson, this event will include family-friendly musical performances by Snowfall, a Rockette-style performance by LA Follies, as well as an energetic dancing and singing act with Mini Pop Kids. Rejoice in the season\u2019s first snowfall, a visit from Santa, and more!<\/p>\n Westfield Rewards members<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0can also enjoy exclusive treats from retailers at the Rewards Corner, located outside Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que. The first 200 Westfield Rewards members who check in at the center court Rewards Tent (by Veggie Grill) will receive a free camper mug.<\/p>\n While this event is free, Westfield appreciates your donation of a new, unwrapped toy for the San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission. Standing-room-only space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n Enchanted: Forest of Light<\/a><\/em><\/strong>\u00a0is an interactive nighttime experience that features a one-mile walk through stunning lighting displays in some of the most beloved areas of\u00a0Descanso Gardens<\/strong>\u00a0in La Ca\u00f1ada Flintridge. Many of the large-scale light displays are interactive, allowing visitors to manipulate the lights and sounds.<\/p>\n While guests usually take about an hour to walk through\u00a0Enchanted<\/em>, Descanso Gardens recommends allowing at least 90 minutes to enjoy the experience. Evenings in La Ca\u00f1ada Flintridge can be chilly – for their comfort, guests are encouraged to dress warmly and wear walking shoes. Enchanted is accessible for strollers, wheelchairs and mobility assistance devices.<\/p>\n Enchanted: Forest of Light<\/em>\u00a0runs daily 5:30 -10 p.m., from Sunday, November 17 to Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020. The event is closed on December 24 (Christmas Eve) and December 25 (Christmas Day). Tickets are timed and must be purchased in advance. General Admission tickets start at $28, with a 15% discount for Descanso Gardens members.\u00a0To purchase tickets, visit the\u00a0Enchanted<\/em>\u00a0website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n The landmark\u00a0Union Station<\/strong>\u00a0in Downtown LA is hosting the annual\u00a0Tree Lighting & Cocoa Concert<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0under the stars on Thursday, November 21. Union Station will be transformed into a winter wonderland featuring \u201cCocoa Bars\u201d with Elftenders, Santa selfies and a “Candy Cane Lane” where a custom neon photo-op will make your season bright alongside a soaring Candy Cane Queen and holiday-themed arts, crafts, interactive games and entertainment. Don’t miss the marshmallow eating contest where winners will celebrate their sweet victory with prizes and sticky fingers!<\/p>\n Taking place on the station\u2019s south patio, the family-friendly holiday celebration features performances by the Grand Arts Chamber Singers, The Beverly Belles and the Toy Soldiers Drumline. Inspired by the sound of vintage \u201cGirl Groups\u201d from the 1930s, ’40s, ’50s and ’60s, The Beverly Belles will deliver an acapella celebration of the season. The Toy Soldiers Drumline will harness the awesome power and speed of their sticks to bring rhythm to the festive evening.<\/p>\n The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with the tree lighting scheduled for 7:15 p.m. The Tree Lighting kicks off a month-long series of free \u201cCocoa Concerts\u201d at Union Station (Fridays – December 6, 13, 20).<\/p>\n On Monday, December 2 usher in this festive time of year with the\u00a0official lighting of the LA County Christmas tree<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0at the\u00a0Music Center Plaza<\/strong>. Enjoy holiday favorites from chamber music ensemble Brass Pacifica and chorale performances. Grab your coworkers, friends and family to celebrate the light and love of the holidays. And there’s free hot chocolate! The tree lighting ceremony is free, open to all ages and takes place at 5 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n Expanded across Grand Avenue to include the newly renovated Music Center Plaza,\u00a0Grand Park\u2019s Winter Glow<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0returns for its second annual nighttime public art display, offering an immersive experience that will span two Downtown LA locations this holiday season. As the days shorten and darken, the park will celebrate light as a giver of warmth, a source of beauty and the key component to bringing people together during the fall and winter months. Families and friends will make new holiday memories as they stroll through an illuminated and interactive art installation. Familiar pathways and historic fountains will lead to exciting new discoveries as the latest in light and projection technology transforms spaces on The Music Center Plaza and in Grand Park.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Discover the ghosts of the past, present and future at the annual\u00a0Holiday Lamplight Celebration Tours<\/strong><\/a>, taking place at\u00a0Heritage Square\u00a0Museum<\/strong>\u00a0on Saturday and Sunday, December 7-8. What if the former occupants of the historic homes at Heritage Square need\u00a0to learn the true meaning of the Holiday Spirit? Heritage Square will answer this question with a fictionalized re-telling of Charles Dickens\u2019 classic,\u00a0A Christmas Carol<\/em>.<\/p>\n Tours begin at 4 p.m. with a new tour starting every 20 minutes. Admission is $45 for adults, $40 for HSM Members, and $15 for children over 6 years old. Advance reservations only, tickets are on sale at\u00a0Brown Paper Tickets<\/strong><\/a>. Included with admission is an immersive experience and a reception of delicious libations and tasty appetizers. This program is not suitable for children under 6 years old. As an evening tour, guests need to be aware of dimly lit conditions, walking on uneven surfaces, up-and-down steps, and long periods of standing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n Each year,\u00a0The Abbey Food & Bar<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>in West Hollywood\u00a0commemorates World AIDS Day on December\u00a01 with its\u00a0Tree Lighting Ceremony<\/strong>. The 10th annual event is taking place 6-8 p.m. on December 1 in collaboration with the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n Now in its eighth year, the\u00a0Venice Sign Holiday Lighting<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0has become a beloved tradition of changing the lights of the famous Venice Sign from white to red and green for the holidays.\u00a0Windward Avenue east of Pacific Avenue will be closed for the event, which takes place on Saturday, December\u00a01 and includes live music, a poster contest and activities for the whole family. The festivities start at 6:15 p.m. on Windward and the holiday lighting of the Venice Sign is scheduled for 8 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Marina Lights<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0will cast a festive glow on\u00a0Burton Chace Park<\/strong>\u00a0from 4\u201310 p.m. nightly in December. Make it a fun family outing with dinner at one of the Marina\u2019s waterfront restaurants, then a walk around the park and enjoy the light displays. Select Saturdays feature free entertainment, a warming station and refreshments for purchase.<\/p>\n Highlights include Holiday Music by The Wonderelles and The Voices of Christmas; free Saturday night movie screenings, Snow Wonder, featuring tons of real snow (December 14); Holiday Boat Parade (December 14), and Glow Party & Fireworks on New Year’s Eve. For more info, check out the\u00a0Visit Marina del Rey page<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2019-11-22-at-12.51.45-AM-300x166.png\")
<\/p>\nRodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration (Nov. 14, 2019)<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\nLA Zoo Lights (Nov. 15, 2019 – Jan. 5, 2020)<\/h3>\n
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\nSeveral\u00a0VIP Experiences<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0are available during LA Zoo Lights, including an Overnight Adventure that includes a guided tour of LA Zoo Lights, meals (dinner, snack, and continental breakfast), indoor overnight \u201ccamping,\u201d a beastly bedtime story, morning animal encounters, and more. Priced at $85, the Overnight Adventure is available on November 23-24, December 7-8, December 14-15, and January 4-5. For more VIP Experiences and to purchase tickets, visit the\u00a0LA Zoo Lights website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2019-11-22-at-12.51.52-AM-300x179.png\")
<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\nLight the Night – Westfield Topanga & The Village (Nov. 15, 2019)<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\nEnchanted: Forest of Light – Descanso Gardens (Nov. 17, 2019 – Jan. 5, 2020)<\/h3>\n
Union Station Tree Lighting & Cocoa Concert (Nov. 21, 2019)<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\nLA County Christmas Tree Lighting – Music Center Plaza (Dec. 2, 2019)<\/h3>\n
Grand Park’s Winter Glow (Dec. 6-25, 2019)<\/h3>\n
Holiday Lamplight Celebration – Heritage Square (Dec. 7-8, 2019)<\/h3>\n
Tree Lighting Ceremony – The Abbey Food & Bar (Dec. 1, 2019)<\/h3>\n
Venice Sign Holiday Lighting (Dec. 7, 2019)<\/h3>\n
Marina Lights – Burton Chace Park (Dec. 1-31, 2019)<\/h3>\n
Christmas Tree Lane Lighting Ceremony (Dec. 14, 2019)<\/h3>\n