While spending winter break at home in Southern California may not be the chilliest place to be, you can still make the most of your winter break without the cold! There are so many winter-style activities made possible even in the hottest climates! Picture yourself sipping hot cocoa by the beach bonfire, exploring holiday light displays, setting up your Christmas tree, or even going caroling outside—all while soaking in the sunny, warm climate that makes California so popular- especially during the winter, when other areas have to brave the cold and the snow. With a little creativity and a spirit for adventure, this sunny holiday winter can be just as magical as any snowy getaway! Here are some activities you can try!
- Winter Beach Day: Grab your family, friends, and loved ones for a beach bonfire or a beach picnic! Bundle up in blankets while sipping hot cocoa and eating candy canes as you watch your favorite Christmas movie, all while soaking in the ocean breeze and the warm winter weather! You could even make a sand snowman and decorate it with shells and seaweed, putting a fun California twist on an age-old winter tradition!
- Ice Skating: Head to the numerous ice rinks in Los Angeles and beyond, put on some skates, and twirl around the rink as you interact with the winter elements not present in California! Ice skating is a great way to feel as if you are experiencing winter from a more traditional standpoint!
- Go Visit Holiday Lights: Head to neighborhoods like Candy Cane Lane in Woodland Hills and walk around with friends and family, viewing the amazing Christmas light displays people worked hard to set up! This is an amazing opportunity to get into the Christmas spirit, even in SoCal!
- Christmas Movie Night: Watch some Christmas classics like Elf, Polar Express, Home Alone, Frosty the Snowman, and more! Curl up within the comfort of your own home, make some yummy Christmas treats, and sit back and relax as you are enveloped in the wonderful world of Christmas spirit!
- Day Trips: Make some day trips to some extremely festive and winter-esque towns such as Solvang, Big Bear, and more! Hop in the car, grab your winter gear, and make a small getaway to truly envelop yourself in winter cheer!
Hopefully at least one of these activities has caught your eye and you are a little more encouraged to get those SoCal Christmas vibes up! Make sure to let friends, family, and loved ones know that you can still have a winter wonderland without the weather! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, hope this winter here in SoCal is the absolute best yet!