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Weekend Planner: Chatsworth Holiday Parade and Festivities Across the 818

A parade, festivals, a holiday show and a toy express highlight the weekend.

When/Where: Sunday, 11 a.m., Devonshire St and Jordan Ave, Chatsworth

Why Go: The 28th annual Chatsworth holiday parade marches down Devonshire Street. Come see the festively decorated floats and entertainment for the whole family.

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When/Where: Saturday, noon—Courtyard at The Commons, 23631-23703 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas.

Why Go: Photos with Santa, complimentary holiday goodies, holiday crafts at Color Me Mine, holiday tattoos at Launa Stone Med-Spa, live musical performances

When/Where: Saturday, 7 p.m.. Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center, 27040 Malibu Hills Rd, Calabasas

Why Go: This annual sale features clothing, jewelry, crafts, accessories and much more. 

Pricing: Admission is FREE.

Yellow Balloon Holiday Event

When/Where: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., The Yellow Balloon,  12448 Ventura Blvd., Studio City

Why Go: Don't miss this family fun event at this children's hair salon (but they do tons of parents too). Lunch with The Grilled Cheese Truck from noon -2 p.m., learn from the Tutor Doctor, and do arts and crafts with Little Artist from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Pricing: Free.

A Singing Cowboy Christmas

When/Where: Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park

Why Go: Visit for a day of holiday cheer inspired by America’s Favorite Singing Cowboy, Gene Autry, featuring children’s crafts and activities based on classic carols from Gene Autry’s Christmas CDs, screenings of episodes of The Gene Autry Show, Storytime, Gold Rush and Gallery Exploration with a Museum Teacher.

Pricing: Free with museum admission

Gabriela Dance Theatre's "Intoxique"

When/Where:  Saturday,7:30 p.m. and Sunday, 4 p.m., Sally Fields Performing Arts Center, 17000 Haynes St. Van Nuys 

Why Go:  Gabriela Dance Theatre (GDT) is a new, up and coming vibrant dance company based in Los Angeles that gives choreographers and dancers the opportunity to debut and perform new works. Infusing ballet, modern, contemporary, jazz, and hip-hop, GDT brings the rich and diverse culture of L.A. to audiences across the area. Innovative and inspiring, GDT is devoted to providing a high standard of excellence showcasing an innovative blend of all dance styles. 

Pricing: Adults $10, Kids 10 and under FREE

Metrolink Holiday Toy Express

When/Where: Sunday, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., Downtown Burbank Metrolink Station, 201 N Front St., Burbank

Why Go: Welcome the 450-ton train from the platform. Enjoy free entertainment, hot chocolate and cookies. Bring new, unwrapped toys and sporting equipment for the ABC 7 Spark of Love Toy Drive in cooperation with the Burbank Fire Department. All toys collected will go to Burbank kids in need.

Pricing: Free

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