Noteworthy November Fun

Embrace Autumn’s Final Celebrations this November

November offers a range of engaging events perfect for embracing the transition into the colder months. Many of these activities are free and family-friendly, such as Shark Lagoon Nights and local night markets. These events provide excellent opportunities for residents to connect with their community, support local small businesses, contribute to community initiatives, and appreciate the crisp November atmosphere.


First Fridays in Bixby Knolls | 6:30PM-9:00PM | 11.07.25

This First Fridays is extra special — we’re celebrating Arts Month with a night full of creativity and community in Bixby Knolls! Join us at our annual Día de Los Muertos celebration this November 7. Expect live Mariachi music, art pop-ups, and a chance to honor loved ones at our community ofrenda. Come celebrate this beloved tradition with your neighbors; a night of music, memory, and magic awaits! Explore the neighborhood for art, live music, delicious food, local shopping, and all the good vibes you know and love. This month is all about honoring creativity, connection, and community right here in Bixby Knolls.


LBX 3rd Annual Tree Lighting | 4:00PM- 8:30PM | 11.07.25

Join us at the Hangar for LBX’s 3rd Annual Merry & Bright Tree Lighting Celebration with PHNX Wing Entertainment and @the714market! Don’t miss out on fun activities such as face painting, Free Santa Photos(6-8pm), Holiday photo op, Cookie Making Station (4-6pm) for the first 200 kids, live holiday music, tree lighting at 6:15, and more! See the details of the Entertainment Schedule below:

  • Creative Artesian Booths 12pm-7pm

  • Holiday Music and Entertainment

  • Visit from Santa

  • Holiday Photo-Op 

  • Face Painting

  • Permanent Jewelry

  • Cookie Making Station 4pm-6pm for the first 100 kids


    Entertainment Schedule

  • Market Opens 12pm-7pm

  • Cookie Making Station 4pm

  • Sugarplum Fairy - 4pm

  • Stilt Walker - 4:45pm, 5:35pm, 6:25pm

  • Jingle 5 Caroling - 5pm, 5:50pm

  • Drummer Boy & Ballerina - 5:45pm, 6:50pm, and 7:55pm

  • Tree Lighting - 6:15pm

  • The Holly Belles - 6:25pm and 7:20pm

  • Santa’s Elf - 6:05pm, 7:10pm, and 8:15pm


Shark Lagoon Nights | 6:00–9:00PM | 11.07.25

You are invited to get up close with the ocean’s ultimate predators at the Aquarium of the Pacific for FREE during Shark Lagoon Nights. You and your guests will have the opportunity to touch smaller sharks such as bamboo sharks. You will also see rays and large sharks in the Aquarium’s Shark Lagoon.

Beverages and snacks are available for purchase. Shark Lagoon Nights are weather-dependent and can be canceled due to inclement weather. Only Shark Lagoon is open and available for guests during these free events. Please call for more information. Reservations are required


Khmer Town Night Market | 12:00–8:00PM | 11.08.25

Khmer Town Night Market is back! Join us at the F&M Bank parking lot (Anaheim & Freeman) for a day of culture, food, music, and community vibes! There will be live entertainment, delicious local eats from Khmer-owned small businesses, such as Boba Bestie, Snow Koun Delights, and others including those from past events like Battambong BBQ and Haus of Nom. Shop the many small business vendors, or just bring the family out for tons of family-friendly fun, including a jumper for the kids!

Long Beach Sip 'n' Succulents | 7:30PM - 8:30PM | 11.14.25

Join Soulful Succulents at our Ballast Point Brewery in Long Beach for a fun, hands-on succulent-making class, complete with local brews and stunning evening waterfront views! Each month brings a festive twist at 7:30pm: November 14th– Design a lush cornucopia arrangement. No green thumb needed—just good vibes, great beer, and seasonal creativity! $50/ticket, taxes and gratuity included, price includes materials, instruction, and a drink of choice. All Ages Welcome!


Los Angeles Auto Show | 11:00 AM 5:00 PM | 11.21.25- 11.30.25

Tickets are now available for the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show®, returning to the Los Angeles Convention Center from November 21 to 30, 2025. As one of the most influential automotive events in the world, LA Auto Show is where car culture, automaker innovations, and hands-on-wheels experiences has come together in one unrivaled destination for over a century. 

Savvy shoppers and enthusiasts alike are invited to explore hundreds of the latest cars, trucks, SUVs, and EVs from top automakers — all in one location. From gas-powered favorites to the newest electric vehicles, the show gives visitors the chance to touch, feel, and compare the latest models in a fun and immersive, no-pressure environment. Whether you’re researching your next ride or just soaking in the eye candy, the LA Auto Show annually offers something that no other event can match. 

This year’s show introduces new attractions along with the return of fan-favorite experiences. Expanded test drives, immersive exhibits, and breakthrough technology showcases are just a few of the ways the show brings LA’s rich automotive culture to life.

Disney's Moana Live-to-Film Concert | 2:00PM | 11.15.25

Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present Disneys MOANA Live-To-Film Concert North American tour, featuring a full-length screening of the beloved movie accompanied by live performances of a unique on-stage musical ensemble of top Hollywood studio musicians, Polynesian rhythm masters and vocalists, celebrating the music and songs from this award-winning Walt Disney Animation Studios animated classic.


Wine Tasting on the Bay | 5:00PM-7:00PM | 11.25.25

You are invited to our last wine tasting event of the year! Explore new flavors, engage your senses, and enjoy moments of laughter with friends. Enjoy an autumn evening of wine, bites, and waterfront views on the Boathouse patio. From 5:00 – 7:00 PM, enjoy a hand-selected tasting experience paired with appetizers and the beauty of Alamitos Bay. Tickets are $57 per person (plus tax and gratuity).


Turkey Trot Los Angeles | 8:00AM-11:00AM | 11.27.25

Join us for the 13th Annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles on Thanksgiving Day, and see downtown like never before. Imagine no morning traffic, a beautiful sunrise and running past historic buildings like the Walt Disney Concert Hall, all before finishing at Grand Park for the post event festival. Be a part of a race that truly matters with their charitable impact. Not only that, enjoy sponsor giveaways, premiere t-shirt and medal, and a finish line party in Grand Park; All the more reason to be grateful!

NG Assistant