Seasonal & Holidays

Downtown Arcadia Holiday Fair Set For Dec. 13 With Santa, Prize Giveaways

The event will include free carnival games for children.

ARCADIA, CA — Downtown Arcadia will celebrate the holiday season with its annual Holiday Fair on Saturday, Dec. 13, offering families an afternoon of entertainment, shopping, food and festive activities.

The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. along First Avenue, between Huntington Drive and California Street, according to Downtown Arcadia.

The event will include live entertainment, free children's activities, visits with Santa Claus and story time with Mrs. Claus. The fair also will feature local restaurants, food trucks, shopping opportunities and seasonal food and beverages, including beer and wine.

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Organizers are also planning a toy drive to support the community during the holiday season.

Several prizes will be available through a special giveaway, including REI bicycles donated by Downtown Arcadia, a complimentary overnight stay at the new Hilton Arcadia and a family four-pack of tickets to Enchant at Santa Anita Park.

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The grand prize giveaway is scheduled for 3 p.m. at the DJ stage on Bonita Avenue. Participants must be present at the event to win, according to Downtown Arcadia.

First Avenue, between Huntington Drive and California Street, is scheduled to close to traffic for the event beginning at 5 a.m., according to Downtown Arcadia.

More information about the Holiday Fair can be found here.

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