Chef piping intricate cookie designs onto a tray with warm candlelight and twinkling string lights in a snowy market stall

Festive Fun, Sweet Treats, and Disney Changes: Your December Event Guide

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Historic Castles & Holiday Tours

Castle Green in Pasadena opens to the public twice a year. The December tour is a festive favorite that draws visitors eager for a winter wonderland.

Baking Competitions

The Long Beach Bake‑off invites Christmas cookie bakers to create gooey, gorgeous goodies for a sweet showdown.

Automotive & Ice Cream

The Petersen Automotive Museum now displays the Häagen‑Dazs Cadillac, a car that features an ice‑cream freezer. An auction will follow to give back.

Reindeer & Farm Events

Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark welcomes real reindeer over a whimsical weekend, offering sleigh‑pulling guests a unique experience.

Baby Names You Might Avoid

Two baby‑name consultants list ten names they dislike and warn parents of the most common mistake when choosing a name.

Tea‑Fest at Smorgasburg LA

A free Festival of Tea is brewing at the open‑air food market, featuring tea ceremonies and more on the roster.

Zero‑Sugar Cookies Arrive in the U.S.

Mondelez announced on Tuesday that Oreo Zero Sugar and Oreo Double Stuf Zero Sugar will hit U.S. shelves in January.

City Terrace’s Open Streets

The first‑ever Open Streets event will be a weekend‑long party with live music, an artisanal market, and car‑free roads.

Original Farmers Market Holiday Cheer

Bakers presenting sugar‑dusted holiday creations on cake stands with twinkling lights and judges sampling treats

The market will host carolers, decorations, and December‑style sights to spread holiday joy.

Kids Ski Free at Big Bear

Big Bear Mountain Resort offers a Kids Ski Free deal, providing flake fun for children even as December stays warm in LA.

The 12 Days of Shrimpmas

San Pedro Fish Market celebrates with its World Famous Shrimp Trays during a fish‑tastic tradition.

Disney’s Disability Access Service Changes

Disney’s overhaul of the Disability Access Service program now limits it mainly to visitors with developmental disabilities like autism. The changes face challenges in federal court and a shareholder proposal.

Burger King Launches SpongeBob Menu

Burger King introduces four new items, including a yellow, square‑shaped Whopper, as part of its SpongeBob‑themed lineup.

Merry Melrose Pop‑Ups

Melrose Trading Post’s Merry Melrose pop‑ups will sparkle every December Sunday with seasonal music and activities.

Altadena’s Christmas Tree Lane

The iconic attraction and Palisades Village host heartfelt holiday kick‑offs, ready to charm visitors.

National Cookie Day Deals

Eighteen deals offer discounts and freebies to sweeten National Cookie Day.

Christmas Car Wash in Lakewood

A festive car wash brings Santa, elves, and a soapy clean‑up to Lakewood, adding holiday fun to vehicle maintenance.

Key Takeaways

  • Pasadena’s Castle Green offers a rare December tour.
  • Oreo’s zero‑sugar cookies launch in January.
  • Disney’s Disability Access Service program faces legal and shareholder scrutiny.

Enjoy the season’s festivities and treats across Southern California.

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