Christmas Caroling in Los Angeles

Christmas caroling is a holiday tradition all over the country. While you won't find too many Angelenos caroling door to door, there are abundant opportunities to hear holiday music around LA. Here are some places you can hear professional carolers around town and a few places you can sing along.

NOTE: For all 2011 Music Center events, parking access is limited due to construction across the street. Access from southbound Grand Ave only. Allow an hour before your event to park. More on Parking

Montana Avenue Annual Holiday Walk
Strolling carolers and other musical performances are part of this 10 block Holiday Walk in Santa Monica.
When: Dec 2, 2011, 5 pm - 9 pm
Where: West Montana Ave from Lincoln East, Santa Monica 90403
Cost: Free
Info: www.montanaave.com, (310) 395-5558

Angel City Chorale Holiday Concert & Sing Along
125 member choir will lead favorite Christmas and Hanukkah songs.
When: Saturday, December 3, 2011, 7:30 pm, Sunday, December 4, 7 pm
Where: Wilshire United Methodist Church, 4350 Wilshire Blvd., LA 90010, (between Wilton and Highland)
Cost: $25-$40
Parking: Large lot at the church
Info: angelcitychorale.org, (310) 943-9231

Spark of Love Holiday Toy Express and Caroling in Downtown Burbank
Metrolink will bring Santa and Mrs. Claus to Burbank aboard the festively decorated Holiday Toy Express train. Free treats and crafts for kids precede the train's arrival and a holiday sing-along with local school bands follows. Toy donations accepted at the Fire Station.
When: Sunday, December 11, 2011, 4-7 pm
Where: Metrolink Station, 201 N. Front Street, Burbank, CA
Cost: Free
Parking: free parking in the two parking lots adjacent to the station
Info: www.downtown-burbank.org

Music Center Holiday Sing-Along
A group of singers has been practicing, but you can also sing along with these carolers in Downtown Los Angeles.
When: Friday, December 16, 2011, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Where: Around the Christmas tree at the Music Center main plaza
Cost: Free. Tickets are distributed one ticket per person on a first come basis beginning at 6 pm.
Parking: $9 below the Music Center, $5 at the DWP or cathedral
Metro: Red Line to Civic Center Station
Info: www.musiccenter.org

Holiday Wonders: Christmas Around the World at the Disney Concert Hall
Organ and chorus concert and sing-along. When: Saturday, Dec 11, 2010, 2:30 pm
Where: Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles , 90012
Cost: $29-84
Parking: $9 garage, enter off 2nd Street or Lower Grand Ave, $23 Valet, enter off Hope.
Metro: Red Line to Civic Center Station or Pershing Square
Info: www.lamc.org, (213) 972-7282

Holiday Sing-Along with the LA Philharmonic at the Disney Concert Hall
When: Saturday, Dec 17, 2011, 11:30 am & 2:30 pm
Where: Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles , 90012
Cost: $25-72
Parking: $9 garage, enter off 2nd Street or Lower Grand Ave, $23 Valet, enter off Hope.
Metro: Red Line to Civic Center Station or Pershing Square
Info: www.laphil.com, (323) 850-2000
Note: Book early. This event sells out.

Messiah Performance and Sing-Along at the Disney Concert Hall with the LA Master Chorale
When: Sing-along Monday, December 12, 2011, 7 pm, Performance Dec 13-14, 2011,
Where: Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA USA 90012
Cost: $19-69
Parking: $9 garage, enter off 2nd Street or Lower Grand Ave, $23 Valet, enter off Hope.
Metro: Red Line to Civic Center Station or Pershing Square
Info: www.musiccenter.org, (213) 972-7282

Additional Holiday Concerts at the Music Center

Christmas Caroling at the Grove
Strolling carolers at the Grove outdoor mall next to the LA Farmer's Market.
When: 2011 dates TBA
Where: The Grove, 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90036, at Third and Fairfax
Cost: Free
Parking: 1 free hour for all in parking structure, 2 free hours with validation, 2nd - 3rd hour $3, $1 per 20 minutes thereafter up to $22
Notes: Great decorations. Santa is available all day through Christmas Eve in front of Barnes and Noble. Free to whisper in his ear. $15 and up for a photo.
Info: www.thegrovela.com

Christmas Events at the LA Farmer's Market
In addition to strolling carolers, visitors to the LA Farmer's Market can celebrate Hanukkah or hear some Caribbean holiday tunes.
When: Dec 17-24, 2011, Holiday kick-off Monday, Nov 25, 2011 5-6 pm
Where: LA Farmers Market at Fairfax and Third Street, Los Angeles
Cost: Music is free
Parking: 2 hours free with validation, $3 per hour thereafter up to $15 max
Info: www.farmersmarketla.com

Information was accurate at the time of publication, but is subject to change at any time. Please check the venue website for the most current information.

More Holiday Programs:

• Holiday Tree Lightings and Shopping Events
• Holiday Plays and Performances
• The Nutcracker around LA
• The LA County Holiday Celebration