Hey listeners, welcome to Things to Do in Los Angeles! I'm Ollie Bennett, and it's Thursday, December 4th, 2025. The City of Angels is buzzing today with holiday cheer mixed with that perfect Southern California sunshine. We're talking crisp mornings but pleasant afternoons, and honestly, the vibe is absolutely electric as we officially dive into the holiday season.
Let me hit you with the must-do events happening RIGHT NOW. First up, the Downtown Culver City Holiday Tree Lighting Sled-tacular is in full swing tonight from 5 to 8:30 PM at Town Plaza. This isn't just any tree lighting—we're talking 50 tons of fresh snow, sledding, snowmen building, and carnival games, all completely free. The Tree Lighting Ceremony kicks off at 6 PM with over 200 students from Culver City's public schools performing holiday music, plus celebrity guests like Zooey Deschanel and Charlie Cox leading the countdown to light a spectacular 25-foot tree. Santa's making his first appearance at 7 PM, so bring the family.
If you're a nightlife person, Wrap Party 2025 at WHAMMY! on Sunset Boulevard opens its doors at 7 PM. It's your chance to celebrate the year in style with an energetic crowd ready to ring out 2025.
For the cultural enthusiasts among you, the Culver City Film Festival is running through December 12th at The Culver Theater. Film lovers, this is your playground.
Now here's where it gets really cool for my sports-obsessed friends. The LA Zoo Lights is still going strong and runs through January 11th. While you're admiring those dazzling lantern sculptures and light displays, you can catch interactive experiences like giant walk-in kaleidoscopes and carousel rides. It's like watching the world's most beautiful light show competition, except the only thing competing is your jaw dropping.
For year-round thrills, the Holiday Ice Skating at Pershing Square is your ticket to LA's largest outdoor rink. We're talking 7,200 square feet of pure frozen fun with special DJ Spotlight Nights on Thursdays. It costs 22 dollars per person including skate rental.
Quick local tip: if you're heading to any of these events and parking feels stressful, remember that public parking structures are available downtown near most venues, and honestly, the walk through holiday-decorated streets is half the fun.
Tomorrow's looking fantastic with the Montana Avenue Holiday Walk in Santa Monica from noon to 8 PM, featuring free photos with Santa, face painting, crafts, and character appearances. Plus, there's the tree lighting ceremony at 5:40 PM at Whole Foods. It's gonna be packed, so arrive early.
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