Christmas Traditions
This beloved Christmas tradition features singing festive songs door-to-door or in public gatherings.
Christmas caroling
“Silent night, holy night, all is _____, all is bright.”
Calm
The first In-N-Out Burger location opened in 1948 in what city?
Baldwin Park
These brilliantly feathered birds are known to wander freely in neighborhoods like Arcadia and Palos Verdes.
Peacocks
This iconic Los Angeles landmark, completed in 1935, offers panoramic views of the city and a close-up look at the stars—both in the sky and in Hollywood.
Griffith Observatory
“I don’t want a lot for Christmas, there is just one thing I need” are the opening lines to this popular hit.
"All I Want for Christmas Is You"
“Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell _____. Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring.”
Rock
The very first Panda Express opened in this Southern California shopping mall in 1983.
Glendale Galleria
These nocturnal scavengers, often heard “laughing” or howling at night, are adaptable predators across Los Angeles.
Coyotes
This luxury shopping district in Beverly Hills is famous for its designer stores and chic boutiques.
Rodeo Drive
This plant, associated with Christmas, has bright red and green leaves and is often given as a gift.
Poinsettia
“Last Christmas, I gave you my _____, but the very next day, you gave it away.”
Heart
What city is home to the first Trader Joe’s location, opening in 1967?
Pasadena
These fluffy creatures, known for their long ears, are a common sight in LA neighborhoods like Griffith Park and Runyon Canyon, especially during the cooler hours of the day.
Rabbits (cottontail)
This century-old market in Downtown LA has become a foodie mecca, offering tacos, ramen, and gourmet coffee.
Grand Central Market
This word, meaning “good news,” is often used in songs and stories to describe Christmas celebrations.
Tidings
“Deck the halls with _____ of holly, fa la la la la, la la la la.”
Boughs
The first California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), famous for its BBQ Chicken Pizza, opened in 1985 in this city.
Beverly Hills
This scavenger bird, known for picking at roadkill, has a bald red head and is often seen soaring over LA freeways.
Vulture (turkey vulture)
Once the largest man-made lake in California, this Downtown LA reservoir is now a popular spot for jogging, picnicking, and views of the skyline.
In the 12 Days of Christmas song, what does gift does the singer receive on the first day?
A partridge in a pear tree
“Frosty the snowman knew the sun was hot that day, so he said, let’s run and we’ll have some _____ before I melt away.”
Fun
Ranch 99 opened its very first U.S. location in 1984 in what Southern California city?
Westminster
This large bird, often seen gliding near the LA River, has a long neck, sharp beak, and is commonly mistaken for a crane.
Heron (great blue heron)
This LA landmark has been featured in countless car commercials and is named for the giant prehistoric animals found there.
What is the La Brea Tar Pits?