Manhattan Beach and the South Bay are buzzing with holiday cheer this week — from sip-and-shop nights and home tours to real snow, outdoor markets, and community strolls. If you're looking for the best holiday events happening in and around Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, and El Segundo, here’s your complete, chronological guide for December 2–7.

🛍️ Tuesday, December 2

Manhattan Beach Farmers Market

11 AM – 3 PM | Downtown Manhattan Beach
📍 https://downtownmanhattanbeach.com/farmers-market
Start your week with fresh produce, baked goods, seasonal flowers, and artisan gifts at the local Manhattan Beach Farmers Market — a perfect low-key way to ease into holiday week.

✨ Thursday, December 4

Joy Around the World: Festival of Holidays & Tree Lighting (El Segundo)

3 – 8 PM | El Segundo City Hall Plaza
📍 https://www.elsegundo.org
Celebrate global winter holiday traditions with live performances, craft stations, Santa photos, a train ride, international food trucks, and the community tree lighting at 5:30 PM.

Tabula Rasa Holiday Sip & Shop (20% Off Event)

5 – 8 PM | Downtown Manhattan Beach
📍 https://tabularasaessentials.com
Enjoy 20% off everything, raffles, prizes, wine, and festive music at this beloved Manhattan Beach boutique — perfect for holiday gifting and seasonal décor.

Riviera Village Holiday Stroll (Redondo Beach)

5 – 9 PM | S. Catalina & Avenue I
📍 https://rivieravillage.net
Shop late-night specials, enjoy live music, grab festive treats, and stroll the glowing Riviera Village streets. Donations of toys/coats/gift cards support the Domestic Violence Victim Advocacy Program.

🎶 Friday, December 5

Hermosa Beach Farmers Market

12 – 4 PM | Upper Pier Avenue
📍 https://www.hermosabeach.gov
Support local vendors while enjoying Hermosa’s laid-back holiday atmosphere.

🎄 Friday, December 5 – Sunday, December 7

Sandpipers Holiday Home Tour & Holiday Market

Manhattan Beach
📍 https://www.sandpipers.org/hometour

The iconic Manhattan Beach holiday tradition returns with beautifully decorated homes and a curated holiday market. Enjoy seasonal inspiration, handcrafted gifts, and support one of the South Bay’s most cherished philanthropic organizations.

Sandpipers 33rd Annual Holiday Homes Tour

Sandpipers Market & Café

920 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach
Friday & Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday: 10 AM–3 PM

Homes

Friday & Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday: 10 AM–1 PM

❄️ Saturday, December 6

Let It Snow Redondo

12 – 4 PM | Seaside Lagoon
📍 https://www.redondo.org
A magical day featuring real snow, cocoa, cookies, Santa photos, crafts, a snow hill, snowball games, and the annual Holiday Hat Contest.

Snow Showers at The Point (El Segundo)

6 – 8 PM | The Point Plaza
📍 https://thepointsb.com/events
Snow falls every 30 minutes with holiday music — perfect for festive family fun or a date night stop.

🎄 Sunday, December 7

North Manhattan Beach Holiday Stroll

5 – 8 PM | North MB (Highland Ave)
📍 https://www.manhattanbeach.gov
A North Manhattan Beach classic with live entertainment, train rides, a Holiday Market, festive treats, and free photos with Santa. A perfect night to sip, shop, and stroll — with that signature North MB charm. (Santa surfs here. 🏄🏻‍♂️)

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