Holiday Crafts Night and Picture with Santa
Celebrate the season together at this beloved community tradition bringing together creativity, community, and festive spirit. Families can enjoy hands-on holiday crafts and festivities with Santa. Guests can choose between a morning workshop, an evening workshop, or attend both.
Dec 5 – Dec 6, 2026 Ages 2+
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Resident: $16; nonresident: $18. Children ages 2 and under are free.
Hours
December 5: 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM; December 6: 9:00 AM to10:30 AM.
Parking
The MB Wave Rider gives on-demand rides anywhere in Manhattan Beach, so you can skip finding a parking space.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Complete pre-registration before attending, since registration is required to participate in either of the holiday craft workshop sessions.
- Choose the December 5 evening workshop or December 6 morning workshop; attend both if you want to take part on both days.
- Children ages two and under can attend free, so account for the age-based admission when planning your family's registration.
- Use the MB Wave Rider through the Circuit app for an on-demand ride around Manhattan Beach and avoid circling for parking.
Special Events & Promotions
- Evening workshop on Saturday, December 5 (register separately)
- Morning workshop on Sunday, December 6 (register separately)
- This is the 40th annual Holiday Crafts with Santa
Links & Contact
Run by City of Manhattan Beach Parks and Recreation Department
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is it for?
It's a family event with hands-on holiday fun for the whole family. Children ages 2 and under are free.
Do we need to register?
Yes. Pre-registration is required for both workshops.
Can we come to both workshops?
Yes. There's an evening workshop on Saturday, December 5 and a morning workshop on Sunday, December 6. You can choose one or both, and each date has its own activity number.
What do families do there?
Families make hands-on holiday crafts and join in festivities with Santa.
How can we get there without driving?
The MB Wave Rider offers on-demand rides anywhere in Manhattan Beach through the Circuit app, so you don't have to circle for a parking space.
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