Los Angeles offers a packed line‑up of holiday‑season events, from Ben Platt’s Broadway‑styled runs at the Ahmanson to a Hanukkah party with brass bands, pop‑culture trivia nights and a benefit vinyl launch supporting fire‑relief efforts.
Key Highlights
Ben Platt: Live at the Ahmanson
Through December 21
Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., Downtown L.A.
Cost: from $44.85 – More info
The musical‑theatre star will perform a week of shows featuring Broadway favorites and surprise guest appearances, following a 2024 residency that included Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Hudson and Sam Smith.
4 Non Blondes
December 15‑16, 8 p.m.
The Roxy, 9009 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood
Cost: not listed – More info
Fronted by Linda Perry, the band reunites for two shows; their 1993 hit “What’s Up” has resurfaced on TikTok, driving renewed interest.
Broadway Brass Band Hanukkah Party
Tuesday, December 16, 8 p.m.
The Venice West, 1717 Lincoln Blvd., Venice
Cost: $20 – More info
Musician Benny Lipson blends showtunes, Hanukkah melodies and New‑Orleans brass, with happy hour ending at 7:30 p.m.
Read to a Rescue Dog
Tuesday, December 16, 4 p.m.
Wilshire Branch Library, 149 N. Saint Andrews Place, Mid‑Wilshire
Cost: Free – More info
All ages are invited to read aloud to therapy dogs, offering a playful exchange between literature lovers and rescued canines.
Jane Lynch’s A Swingin’ Little Christmas
Wednesday, December 17, 7:30 p.m.
Broad Stage, 1310 11th St., Santa Monica
Sold out; waitlist available – More info
The “Glee” star teams with Kate Flannery, Tim Davis and the Tony Guerrero Quintet for comedy and classic holiday songs.
Gimme Shelter: Songs for LA Fire Relief – Launch Party
Tuesday, December 16, 5 p.m.
Amoeba Hollywood, 6200 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood
Cost: Free – More info
Flood Magazine hosts a listening party for a double‑vinyl benefit album featuring rare tracks from Elliott Smith, Flaming Lips, Rilo Kiley, Local Natives, Chromeo, Norah Jones and others; the cover art is by Shepard Fairey.
Robert Therrian: This is a Story
Through April 5
The Broad Museum, 221 S. Grand Ave., Downtown L.A.
Cost: $19 – More info
The exhibition presents over 120 works, including gigantic hanging beards and stacked dishes that create optical‑illusion installations.
Jeopardy! Bar League
Tuesday, December 16, 8 p.m.
Brennan’s, 4089 Lincoln Blvd., Marina del Rey
Cost: Free – More info
Trivia fans can test their knowledge with members of the Jeopardy! team, who will also answer questions about the contestant process.
Hammer Museum: “MoMA Contenders” Screenings
December 15‑18
10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood
Cost: $10 members, $20 general admission – More info
The series showcases potential awards nominees: George Clooney’s drama Jay Kelly, art‑heist film The Mastermind, Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere and Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another.
ShrimpMas
Through December 23
San Pedro Fish Market, 760 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro
and 6550 E. Marina Dr., Long Beach
Cost: varies – More info
The market highlights 12 days of World‑Famous Shrimp Trays, holiday specials and seasonal offerings at both locations.
Hanukkah at Miznon
Through December 22
Grand Central Market, Downtown L.A.
Cost: $16 – More info
Miznon serves four golden potato latkes with tangy Runover Cream as its Hanukkah feature.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Ben Platt perform at the Ahmanson?
Ben Platt’s shows run through December 21 at the Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., Downtown L.A.
How much does it cost to attend the Broadway Brass Band Hanukkah Party?
Tickets are $20 for the Tuesday, December 16 event at The Venice West, 1717 Lincoln Blvd., Venice.
Where is the Gimme Shelter benefit album launch taking place?
The launch party is at Amoeba Hollywood, 6200 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, on Tuesday, December 16 at 5 p.m.
Which holiday event are you most excited to try, and why?
