Celebrate the Holidays in Norwalk, CA!

ACTIVITIES

Tree lightings, musicals, hot cocoa, and plenty of holiday parties await those spending the holidays in Norwalk, CA! There’s a ton going on in and around Norwalk, CA, this holiday season! Here are just a few of the festive happenings in the area this year:

Naples Annual Holiday Boat Parade: Each year, the Naples Improvement Association puts on the Holiday Boat Parade, a massive parade of festively decorated and lit boats that can be seen from the local restaurants and boardwalks. This year, the decoration theme will be “Christmas Around the World”. Sit down for a nice dinner and watch the boats go by or gather together with friends and family on the boardwalk. The parade takes place on December 16, from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Norwalk Town Square Holiday Carnival: It's the season to be merry! Step right up and get ready for a jolly good time at Norwalk Town Square's Holiday Carnival. Join on Saturday, November 25th, 2023 from 12-3 PM as Norwalk Town Square is transformed into a winter wonderland filled with festive fun for the whole family. You won’t want to miss Santa and Mrs. Claus, Snow Sledding, Pony Rides, Games, Cookie Decorating and more!

Anaheim Tree Lighting Festival & Holiday Village: Take photos with Santa, enter the Candy Canine dog costume contest, shop local vendors, and watch as we light up the tree in front of Anaheim City Hall to mark the start of the holiday season! The tree lighting ceremony will feature the lighting of the tree, as well as performances by Sean Oliu, the Anaheim Ballet, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and the combined choirs of the Anaheim Union High School District.

SHOWS AND PERFORMANCES

The holidays are the perfect time to take in a play, concert, ballet, or musical. Fortunately, there are plenty of options this holiday season. Whether you’re in the mood for dance or song, you’ll be stunned at the beautiful performances happening nearby!

A Charlie Brown Christmas: The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of Christmas. A Charlie Brown Christmas was first shown as an animated television special in 1965 and has been part of the holiday tradition ever since.

Celtic Woman Christmas: Celebrate this holiday season with the celestial voices of multi-platinum Irish singing sensation Celtic Woman with Pacific Symphony. Featuring music from the all-female ensemble’s favorite Yuletide songs performed by them over the years. Prepare for an enchanting and festive evening filled with mesmerizing music, performance, and holiday cheer.

Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour 2023: Dave Koz and Friends announce the 26th-anniversary edition of the longest-running Jazz-based Christmas tour. Koz and Friends will perform fresh renditions of timeless Christmas classics – as well as a Chanukah medley – and hits from their respective catalogues. The tour also introduces musical prodigy Justin-Lee Schultz, a 16-year-old pianist-guitarist-vocalist and social media sensation.   

SHOPPING

Everyone loves gifts, whether that be the joy and surprise of receiving something special, or the warmth and happiness of finding the perfect thing for that someone special. And if you’re celebrating Christmas this year, you’ll certainly want a fresh Christmas tree to fill your home with the scent of pine. Here are some great places to shop for decor and gifts this holiday season.

Christmas Tree Village: This location sells only the freshest Christmas trees. Shipped from their farms in Oregon, the fresh Noble, Douglas, Grand, and Nordmann fir trees are available just a day or two after cutting. There’s also fresh wreaths, tree stands, and tree preservatives to keep your tree fresher longer. This is one of the best places in the area to get your Christmas tree!

Old World Arts & Crafts Show: If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind product or item, look no further! The Old World Arts & Crafts Show features the crafts and goods from some of the region’s best craftsmen. Expect to find custom-made jewelry, handsoap, baskets, clothing, ceramics, holiday decor, hand-sewn blankets and clothing, and so much more. You’ll have to take a look for yourself! Stop by anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM on December 10 or 17.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SHARE

It’s sad to think about, but not everyone has a family to come home to during the holidays, and even more people are struggling to provide for themselves and their families. You can help. Consider donating your time and money to these noble community causes. Let’s make this year better for as many people as we can! Here are some great community initiatives designed to help.

UNIVISION Winter Wonderland: TOY DRIVE!: This opportunity to share is much more than a simple toy drive. In addition to receiving a toy, children and families will have access to free haircuts, health screenings, and more. Providing these services to children in need isn’t easy; please consider donating your time or your money to this noble cause. Let’s spread some cheer this year!

Holidays from the Heart: Sickness doesn’t take a break during the holidays. Hundreds of sick children will spend the holiday season at Los Angeles Children’s Hospital. Consider sponsoring a family of a sick child to ease the burden this holiday season. It’s the best gift you could give the family of a sick child.

SAFE CELEBRATION

Everyone loves a good cinnamon-scented candle this time of year, but up to 7,500 fires are started each year because of this innocuous item. Be extra careful when lighting candles in your apartment, especially your bedroom. Battery-powered candles can achieve the same ambiance without the added danger of an open flame. Never leave your holiday candles unattended, and don’t go to bed or take a nap with lit candles in the house!

While fun and festive, Christmas trees can be another fire hazard you need to be aware of. If you’ve brought a real Christmas tree into your apartment during this holiday season, make sure you keep it watered so it isn’t quite as dangerous to wrap in lights. Keep all open flames, especially candles, away from the branches and needles, and make sure you turn all holiday and strand lights off when you’re not at home. You never know when electrical issues might cause fires.

WITH SO MANY ACTIVITIES, SHOWS, SHOPPING DESTINATIONS, AND SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES IN THE AREA, NORWALK, CA, IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO BE DURING THE HOLIDAYS. FROM EVERYONE AT TIERRA PALMS, HAPPY HOLIDAYS!