Calendar of Events for Huntington Beach, California  December 2005
 

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2005

December 23, 2005  Farmer's Market and Art A-Faire Held weekly on Friday  from Noon to Dusk (approx. 5 p.m.) Held most Fridays at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to the Huntington Beach Pier, a certified Farmer's Market sells the finest California grown fruits and vegetables, breads, nuts, flowers and perishables. The Art Fair held in conjunction with the Farmer's Market features over 50 vendors selling unique, hand made gifts and crafts. Call: (714) 536-2213 or (714) 846-5509. Location: Pier Plaza at Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street.  Schedule

December 23, 2005 Ballet - The Nutcracker Ballet performed by the Ballet Repertory Theatre. This traditional, delightful Christmas ballet is presented in its original, full-length version for your holiday enjoyment. Location: Golden West College Mainstage Theater, 15744 Golden West Street. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $13; $12/Students & Seniors; $11/Children under 12. Call: (714) 895-8150, option 1. www.gwc.info/performingarts/boxoffice.html   

December 23, 2005 Band - Videoppolis at The Brigg HB. Location: 17208 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Call: (562) 592-2200. www.thebrigghb.com Photos

December 23, 2005  Downtown Huntington Beach Holiday Gift - Enjoy 2 free hours of parking in the covered city garage located in the heart of downtown Huntington Beach.  Go to any merchant or restaurant and request your coupon to present to parking attendants as you leave the garage. This special offer will last through January 2, 2006. Photo

December 23, 2005  Art - Windows Gallery in Huntington Beach Central Library is holding its annual Member's Co-op Show of the Huntington Beach Art League. Located on the first floor of the library, the exhibit features works from amateur and professional artists with varied themes that range from landscapes to abstracts. This mixed media exhibit is free to see. Membership to the nonprofit Huntington Beach art club is open to the public. This special show goes through February 28, 2006.  For information on joining this affordable club (membership is around $30/year, subject to change), call Louis LaCroix (714) 847-2813. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA.  Photo

December 23, 2005 Band - Rocwerks at Perqs Nite Club, Time: 8 PM - 1 AM. 21+ age a must. Location: 117 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call: (714) 960-9996.  photos

December 23, 2005 Bands -  Fabi's 30th Birthday Party at Fitzgerald's Pub and Grill.8:30pm-1:30am. Call: (714) 968-4523.

December 23, 2005 Hot Dog Break Fundraiser for HB Youth Board. Enjoy a Hot Dog, Soda and bag of chips for only $2.50 in Albertson's parking lot. Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: 7201 Yorktown Ave., Huntington Beach, Ca.

December 23, 2005   Band - Blue Machine at Tumbleweed's Bar & Grill, 21+. No Cover. Begins after 8 p.m. Location: 21094 S. Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, CA, Call: (714) 960-2776. 

December 23, 2005 Dance Party - HB's Longest Running Dance Party - Club Canes with DJ Matt. $7/cover after 8:30 p.m., 21+ a must! Hurricanes Bar & Grill. Location: Hurricane's Bar & Grill, 200 Main Street Suite 201 Huntington Beach, Ca 92648 Call: (714) 374-0500. Photos
 

December 23, 2005 - Dean Rod performs Piano / vocals in the Red Chair Lounge. Time: 8:30pm - 11:30pm. No cover. 21+. Location: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Photos

December 23, 2005 DJ Freestyles spins an eclectic mix in the evening - from 8pm to Close at Red Pearl Kitchen. This intimate restaurant with a cocktail bar in downtown Huntington Beach serves fantastic cuisine with Asian influence and delicious drinks for the 21+ audience. Location: 412 Walnut, Huntington Beach. Call: (714) 969-0224. Photos

December 23, 2005  Snowflakes light up the Huntington Beach Pier and Main Street through New Year's Day. Approximately 84 artificial snowflakes strewn with twinkling lights adorn light downtown Huntington Beach. They are a delight to see. There are 48 on the pier and 36 stretching along Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Orange Avenue. Traditionally placed along Main Street and the Huntington Beach Pier, they are truly beautiful displays of holiday spirit in Huntington Beach. Watch the twinkling lights reflect on the Pacific Ocean waters below. Photos

December 23, 2005 Band -  Live music at Taco Surf. Enjoy great tunes with Cross Cut at Taco Surf, a restaurant and bar serving delicious food in a casual, Mexican cantina atmosphere with several dining areas. There is no cover charge for this live performance. Taco Surf is located north of the famous Water Tower house. Location: 16821 Pacific Coast Hwy, Surfside, CA. Call: (562) 592-2290. Photos

December 23, 2005  Boat Tour - Huntington Harbour Cruise of Lights. The Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee presents the 43rd annual narrated boat tour through the waterways of Huntington Harbour. The Cruise of Lights invites visitors to see thousands of lights on boats, decks, docks and homes. The hour-long tour navigates the channels and waterways of Huntington Harbour and its manmade islands, providing a festive holiday event.  Proceeds benefit the Philharmonic Society's music outreach programs for Orange County students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Boat tour times: 6pm, 7pm & 8pm.  Location: 16821 Algonquin Street, Huntington Harbour Mall.  Cost: $12/adult, $8/age 2 to 12.  Call: 714-840-7542  www.cruiseoflights.org

December 23, 2005  Band - The best live music in Huntington Beach where great Irish food and Guinness on tap is served in the full cocktail bar daily at Gallaghers Pub & Grill.  Time: 8 p.m.  21+. Gallagher's Pub, 300 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Call:(714) 536.2422. Photos

Dec. 2004  23 ; Dec. 2006  23

This calendar does not guarantee accuracy of information as events are subject to change.