On November 21, 2015, thousands of local residents came out to Old Newhall in Santa Clarita, Calif. as council members and Mayor Marsha Mcleanlit up the annual Christmas tree in front of the Santa Clarita Public Library.
On Dec. 7, 2014, residents of Chatsworth enjoyed music, fun floats and children that marched down Devonshire street from Topanga Canyon Boulevard toward Mason Street ending at the street festival on Canoga, between Devonshire and Lassen.
The Condor Fleet circled devonshire street in several formations as crowds awaited the much anticipated holiday parade.
The entire community came out to support the festivities and share good cheer with all.
Students of Chatsworth High led the way as the band played holiday favorites down the street.
And of course the JROTC of a local high school proudly displayed the colors.
A Royal Court waved to spectators on the side of the street.
Even Elsa joined the parade with her other fellow princesses who marched down Devonshire.
Classic movie cars like the blues brothers mobile drove down preparing spectators for the car show that followed.
A local Karate School demonstrated their skills on top a flat bed truck.
Other younger Karate students marched in front of the truck.
Of course, no holiday parade is complete without Santa and Mrs. Claus on top their sleigh.
On Sunday December 7, 2014, hundreds of residents gathered at the historic Campo De Cahuenga as the sun set and over 4-thousand paper lanterns lit up the grounds next to the Universal Red Line for the 4th annual Luminaria Festival.
Outside the Campo de Cahuenga, various music talents from Studio City entertained hundreds
4000 lanterns begin to illuminate grounds
As the sun sets, lanterns give the only light in the area.
There was complimentary hot chocolate, apple cider and cookies courtesy of Smart and Final for all to enjoy on a winter night as they listened to select musical talents.
View a sample of the music including the Synchronicity Handbell Choir as well as the Voices of Christmas.
On Sunday Dec. 7, over 3-thousand participants marched down Chatsworth street to bring joy to the community in the Annual Granada Hills Christmas Parade. The parade began at precisely 1:30 in the afternoon at Petit Park and traveled just under to miles toward Granada Hills Charter High School on Zelzah Ave.
The Largest Parade in the San Fernando Valley was led by the Granada Hills Highlander Marching Band.
From Bands to Dance Teams and the Girl and Boy Scouts, all marched proudly displaying this year’s theme of the parade called, “Holidays Around The World”.
Arleta High School Marching Band was one of the bands to march in the parade
Cheerleaders cheered down the street bringing christmas cheer.
As tribute to the 73rd anniversary of Pearl Harbor, members of the VFW also marched proudly to acknowledge soldiers of our country, many who came from Granada Hills.This year’s Grand Marshall was Dallas star, Ken Kercheval who made his way down in the classic Cadillac provided for the parade by the Valley Relics.
And of course Santa Claus concluded the parade, signaling the christmas tradition on top of Classic Fire Truck
On the last Saturday in May, low income families are invited to celebrate Christmas in Spring at the largest food bank on the West Coast, Mend. The event was hosted by Universal Studios Hollywood and the Discover a Star Foundation.
For 23 years, volunteers at Universal Studios Hollywood, in connection with the Discover A Star Foundation has brought Christmas to Low income Families at MEND.Families pose for photos with Santa Claus as part of the Christmas In Spring celebration.New Universal Characters like the popular Minions from Despicable Me entertain kids as they dance and have their pictures taken with the characters.600 pounds of Chicken, Veggies, and Salad was served to roughly a thousand less fortunate families.
Kids had the opportunity to try their hands at Carnival games similar to the ones at Universal Studios Hollywood.Kids stood in line waiting to get either part or all of their face painted for the occasion.
On Saturday, April, 13, 2013, over 1100 Los Angeles County residents were invited to this year’s 21st Annual Christmas In Spring Event at MEND. The event put on by Universal Studios Hollywood, and the local food pantry provided individuals with just a little Christmas cheer in April and it was all because of the work of over a hundred volunteers in the San Fernando Valley.
Watch now to see what kind of holiday cheer was brought to those Los Angeles County families that really needed it.
On Sunday December 2, 2012, Families in Studio City gathered at Beeman Park near the CBS studios to enjoy a day of musical entertainment hosted by Radio Disney as well as face painting, arts and crafts and other fun winter activities to prepare for the Christmas season.
Residents could also take the opportunity to donate items like food, clothing, and toys to help out needy families.
The following shows the festivities and how people celebrated the holiday season at the festival.
