Where to see Holiday Lights in Los Angeles

Make LA your winter wonderland when you head to the best spots to see holiday lights in Los Angeles. Events like Descanso Gardens, Enchanted Forest of Light, The Griffith Park Railroad, and more will help you celebrate the season in light, bright style!!

*THIS POST DOES CONTAIN AFFLIATE LINKS BUT IT KEEPS THE HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON FOR THIS BLOG AND SAVES YOU MONEY. 

L.A. ZOO LIGHTS: A WILD WONDERLAND OF LIGHT

Come see the L.A. Zoo decked out in disco lights and see what the animals do at night. This event is taking place now until January 9th with timed tickets beginning at 6 p.m.

Ticketing Information: Tickets are just $17.50 for anyone over 13 with this link (normally $22-$24) and a proof of vaccination for anyone over 12 years old is required. Kids under 2 are free. 

DESCANSO GARDENS ENCHANTED FOREST OF LIGHT

Descanso Gardens in the beautiful neighborhood of La Cañada Flintridge has always been a favorite spot to bring my son (especially on the monthly free day, hehe). I promise though, that you’ve never seen it as tranquil and lovely as during their Enchanted Forest of Light event. Taking place now until January 9th, the gardens are lit up and accompanied by zen-like music that drowns out the sounds of overly excited children. Hours are 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., and they are closed Christmas Day.

Ticketing Information: Tickets are $32 for anyone over 2 years old. Members of Descanso Gardens get $7 off admission. Purchase here. 

DODGERS HOLIDAY FESTIVAL

Enjoy light displays, ice-skating, festive food, and photos with Santa when you attend the nightly Dodgers Holiday Festival at Centerfield Plaza. Dates are now until December 23rd, beginning at 5 p.m. on weeknights and as early as 3 p.m. on weekends.

Ticketing Information: Tickets are $16 for anyone over 3. Pre-purchase and proof of vaccination are required. Purchase here. 

HOLIDAY LIGHT FESTIVAL TRAIN RIDE

Going on now until January 5th 2022, The Griffith Park & Southern Railroad are running a holiday themed evening train starting every night at 5 p.m. The last train leaves at 8 pm Monday through Thursday and 9 pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Be sure to arrive early as it does get crowded with kiddos!

Ticketing Info: Tickets are available for purchase at the box office at 4400 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles 90027 and are only $5! 

L.A. KINGS HOLIDAY ICE

Taking place at L.A. Live, you can ice-skate nightly during timed sessions beginning at 5 p.m. (4 p.m. after December 17th) until January 7th, 2022. 

Ticketing Info: General admission is only available on-site for $25 per person. Kids under 6 are $20. A limited amount of Fast-passes are available online for $45, where you can skate on multiple days during a timed session.