Huntington Beach Events December 2011

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2011

December 10 and 11, 2011 49th annual Huntington Harbour Boat Parade. Theme this year is Island Serenade. Thousands watch from decks, docks, little beaches to see over 50 brightly decorated boats. Presented by the Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee. Time: 5:45 approx. Enter your boat~ 714-840-7542. hbboatparade.org

Classic Car Saturdays. Every Saturday Night It's all about the cars. No registration fees. Lots of free parking, open to all car enthusiasts. Trophies awarded each week. Free spectator admission. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Car show info, call: (714) 636-2010. Location: Old World Village 7561 Center Ave #49 Huntington Beach CA 92647. oldworld.ws

After Hours, band - live performance. Location: Harvey's Steakhouse, 6060 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (714) 842-5111

Sounds of the Season, Concert - at St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church. Orange County Choral Society presents a spectacular holiday concert. Time: 7 p.m. Admission: $15. Location: 18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 962-7512.

The Perfect Gift Holiday Boutique - A holiday gift-boutique fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 10-11. Location: 5702 Venturi Drive (x-street Springdale & Heil), Huntington Beach, CAl Proceeds to benefit the Creative Identity program for developmentally disabled. Call: (714) 375-4162.

John and Scott of the Fabulous Nomads -at Luggatti's, all ages OK. Located in Downtown Huntington Beach, Luggatti's is known for its casual beach atmosphere and friendly "Cheers" vibe. Serves great pizza, Italian, steaks, fish and more. Full bar and extensive wine list, plus beers on tap. Kids menu, too. Time: 8 p.m. Location: 210 5th St, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 536-3773

Huntington Beach Concert Band - holiday tunes at Bella Terra Mall amphitheater overlooking Century Theater. Time: 1 - 2:15 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: 7777 Edinger Ave. Call: (714) 897-2534. bellaterra-hb.com

Pet Photos with Santa - sponsored by the Humane Society. Time: Noon - 3 p.m. Location: 155 5th Street (between Pacific Coast Highway & Olive), Huntington Beach, CA.

Santa Visits - with children from Noon - 4 p.m. at Bella Terra mall, 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. bellaterra-hb.com

321 Stereo, band - Holiday Rock Concert at Bella Terra mall. Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Location: 7777 Edinger Ave. Huntington Beach, CA bellaterra-hb.com

The Nutcracker, ballet - with Ballet Repertory Theatre, Anthony Sellars, Director. December 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24. Mainstage Theater at Golden West College. $18 General admission. A delightful holiday classic by Huntington Beach’s Ballet Repertory Theatre has become the longest-running production of its kind in Orange County with a cast of over 300 dancers.

Art-Afaire Weekend Crafts Fair at Pier Plaza. Vendors sell unique hand-made gifts at Pier Plaza, Pacific Coast Highway and Main, Huntington Beach, CA. Time: Noon till dark.

Lazy Daze, band - at Gallaghers Pub. Reggae from 2 - 4 p.m. Razorblade Romance band and Outlaw Renegade Rollergirls. Time: 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. Location:300 Pacific Coast Highway #113, Downtown Huntington Beach Located on Walnut between Main & 3rd, Call (714) 536-2422

December 10, 2011 Band - at Pelican Isle. Time: 8:30 p.m. Pelican Isle, 16400 PCH, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (562) 592-3221

Surfrider Beach Clean Up at Santa Ana River Jetty (Huntington State Beach). 8 a.m. to Noon. HBSurfrider.org

Lemon Drop - Single's Dance Event at Don the Beachcomber. Location: 16278 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA. (562) 592-1321 donthebeachcomber.com

Sweet 112 Saturdays, bands, and DJ Shaggy in adult entertainment. Mechanical bullrides after 10 p.m. Cover: $5. at Black Bull Chophouse, 300 Pacific Coast Highway, #112, Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 969-6700. blackbullchophouse.com

Crimson Crowbar - at Nadine's Irish Mist. Time: 9 p.m. No cover. Location: 16655 Pacific Coast Highway, Sunset Beach, CA. Call: .

The Reflex, band - performs at Mahe Seal Beach. Location: 1400 Pacific Coast Highway, Seal Beach, CA. (562) 431-3022

Huntington Harbour Holiday Lights Gondola Cruises. See the houses twinkling and all aglow for the annual Cruise of Lights event in which the multi-million dollar homes in the 6 navigable channels (including Sunset) can be viewed only in a gondola. The gondoliers offer rides nightly through the holidays. Choose a Sunset Cruise till 6 p.m. or Holiday Lights cruise till midnight each night. The gondola ride is slower, more intimate and ideal for romance or family & friends. Expert gondoliers will guide you on a fabulous tour through channels and bays the larger yachts can't navigate. It's a 5 Diamond holiday activity (wear warm clothes, blankets provided). Location: Peter's Landing and Marina, Huntington Beach (Pacific Coast Highway near Anderson). Offered each evening through New Years. Tickets

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