Deck the halls and get ready to party on The Sunset Strip all month long! Holiday events, shopping discounts, open houses, trivia, parties, New Year’s Eve and more. It really is the most wonderful time of the year!
Ongoing
Toy Drive at Andaz West Hollywood
Drop off toys at Andaz for the 23rd Annual Holiday Toy & Food Drive. More info.
Dec. 6
Holiday Open House and Toy Drive at Sunset Collection
Participating businesses of Sunset Collection (located at 8539 W Sunset Blvd.) will be open to the public and offering complimentary food, drinks, music and discounts. Participating businesses include: Angela’s Coffee, Burger Lounge, Sunset Tan, InStyle Nails, Divine H20, Vered Hair Salon, Printop Printing, Sushi Park and Joe’s Pizza. The event will also feature a Santa, music from DJ Ray Mack, a raffle basket valued at $2,000, and toy donation benefiting the City of West Hollywood and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Toy Drive. Party lasts from 12 – 7 p.m. Arrive early to get your photo taken with one of the “sexy Santas” on the red carpet. Free parking available on site.
Dec. 6
Toys For Tots benefit with Cherie Curie at the Viper Room
Viper Room and Toys for Tots Presents: Cherie Curie, Future Villains, Maudlin Strangers, Jonah Nimoy and a special midnight performance by The Lonely Drunks Club Band. Bring a toy valued at $10 or more and get a drink on us! Tickets are $20 for this 21 and older show. www.viperroom.com
Dec. 7
Henry Bushkin discusses and signs Johnny Carson at Book Soup
An endlessly dishy and incisive account of the King of Late Night at the height of his fame and power, by his lawyer, wingman, fixer, and closest confidant. Event begins at 5 p.m. www.booksoup.com
Dec. 7, 8 & 9
Dweezil Zappa Guitar Masterclass at The Roxy
Looking for an early holiday gift? Why not treat the guitar lover in your life to a master class with Dweezil Zappa? Join the rock and roll royal for a 90-minute personalized guitar instruction prior to his evening show. Technique and application will be discussed. Classes begin at 3 p.m. and the fee is $75. www.theroxyonsunset.com
Dec. 8
Holiday Book Brunch at Book Soup
There is certainly no need to look any further when shopping this holiday season. And on Dec. 8, be sure to join us for mimosas and have a listen as some of our excellent publisher reps from Macmillan, Penguin and Random House talk up the best gifts for everyone on your list. Book brunch begins at noon. www.booksoup.com
Dec. 8
Toy Drive and Specials at Tattoo Mania
Tattoo Mania is collecting toys for the “Santa rides a Harley” toy drive for the Fred Jordan Mission on Dec. 8. All toys valued at $20 or more will receive 50% off of an $80 house minimum tattoo. Additionally, throughout the month of December, Tattoo Mania is offering a special house minimum rate of $50 between 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. daily. You must mention “Sunset Strip holiday special” for the discount.
Dec. 9
Holiday Movie Classics Party at Pearl’s
White Christmas. Miracle on 34th Street. Meet Me in St. Louis. Come pay homage to old Hollywood’s classic holiday movies with a night of glamour on Dec. 9. Specialty cocktails and champagne await you! www.pearlsliquorbar.com
Dec. 9
Holiday Trivia at Book Soup
Join author (Americana Beautiful) and pop-culture humorist Charles Phoenix for a fun night of cocktails, hors d’oeurves and trivia! Event begins at 9 p.m. www.booksoup.com
Dec. 11
Snowed In 3D at The Den
The Den’s “Snowed In” ‘80s themed ski party returns for the third year. Karaoke, DJ, Bad Santa, whiskey ice luge, hot toddys, games and more. 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. More info.
Dec. 11
Holiday Party at Shamira 13 Jewelry
Celebrate the season with wine, hors d’oeuvres and shopping discounts. 6-9 p.m. samira13.com
Dec. 11
Toys For Tots (And Shots) at Rock & Reilly’s
When you give back, so does Reilly. Bring a toy valued at least $20 to the annual Toys For Tots event on Dec. 11 and get a complimentary shot of Mother’s Milk Whiskey and unlimited tater tots! www.facebook.com/rnrpub
Dec. 12
Holiday Party at Lenceria Boutique
We are excited to celebrate the holiday season with our Sunset Strip friends, family and neighbors! Join us from 7-10 p.m. and enjoy our famous Manhattans, mandatory bubbly and delicious treats. A night of friends, music and, of course, special promotions. We are already putting together raffle gifts for three lucky ladies (and their guys). Just bring an unwrapped toy or a food item that can be donated for a chance to win. www.facebook.com/LenceriaLA
Dec. 12 & 14
Holiday Party & Shopping Event at Peet’s Coffee & Tea
Enjoy a three hour shopping event on Thursday, Dec. 12 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 14 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. and receive 20% off select holiday items. Also on Saturday, enjoy a “mocktail” party with espresso and tea drinks and recipe cards for your home gatherings. http://peets.com
Dec. 13
Street Drum Corps Misfit Xmas at The Roxy
Get in the dark holiday spirit with Street Drum Corps at The Roxy. Tickets are $14-16 for this all-ages show. www.theroxyonsunset.com
Dec. 14
Kevin Fitzpatrick discusses and signs Under the Table: A Dorothy Parker Cocktail Guide at Book Soup
Few writers have earned Dorothy Parker’s reputation for drinking as much or as hard, and fewer still have achieved her notorious skill at wisecracking wit. Kevin C. Fitzpatrick, president of the Dorothy Parker Society, gives us an intoxicating new look at the doyenne of the ripping riposte through the lens she most preferred: the bottom of a glass. A bar book for Parker enthusiasts and literary tipplers alike, Under the Table offers a unique take on Parker, the infamous Algonquin Round Table, and the Jazz Age by profiling and celebrating the drinks that she, her bitter friends, and sweetest enemies enjoyed and discussed. The signing begins at 4 p.m. This event will be preceded by a two hour tour of Dorothy Parker’s former homes and haunts in Hollywood and Beverly Hills ending with the event at Book Soup. For more info, please visit TicketWeb and the “Jazz Age LA Tours & the Dorothy Parker Society: Dorothy Parker’s Los Angeles Tour” listing. www.booksoup.com
Dec. 19, 20 & 21
Camp Freddy & Friends 7th Annual Xmas Residency at The Roxy
All star cover band Camp Freddy returns to The Roxy to spread festive cheer. Special guests are a given, with past drop-ins including Billy Idol, Juliette Lewis, Slash, Ozzy and more! www.theroxyonsunset.com
Dec. 19
Danny B Harvey’s Black Christmas at Viper Room
Get in the holiday spirit with Danny B Harvey, JD Bender and 8 Track Cadillac. Tickets are $10 in advance/$12 day of show for this 21 and older event. Doors open at 8 p.m. www.viperroom.com
Dec. 24
Christmas Eve Dinner at Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood
Enjoy a three-course menu served from 4:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. for $95 per person. (Full menu details to be announced.) www.thelondonwesthollywood.com
Le Claufoutis
Open all day and for dinner. Regular menu and specials. leclafoutisrestaurant.com
Dec. 25
Christmas Day at Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood
Enjoy a three-course menu served from 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. $95 per person. www.thelondonwesthollywood.com
NYE: Dec. 31
Belle Epoque at Skybar
Enjoy special guest DJs, live music, burlesque dancers, a hosted bar from 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. with a champagne toast at midnight. $125 per person. For tickets please call 323 848 6025 or email skybarla@mhgc.com. www.facebook.com/mondrian
New Year’s Ball at Pearl’s
Pearl’s Liquor Bar is ringing in the New Year with style! Watch the ball drop under the stars on the rooftop deck. Tickets available beginning Dec. 9. www.pearlsliquorbar.com
Goo Goo Dolls at House of Blues Sunset Strip
Rock in 2014 with the Goo Goo Dolls. Dinner, drink and bar packages are available, including party favors and a midnight champagne toast. This event is ages 21 and older, only. www.hob.com/LA
Camp Freddy at The Roxy
Camp Freddy & Friends return to The Roxy for one more night in December. Ring in 2013 with this legendary, celebrity cover band. Event is ages 21 and older. Tickets are $100. www.theroxyonsunset.com
Bootsy Bellows
Enjoy live music, specialty cocktails and a spectacular NYE party as you ring in 2014. www.bootsybellows.com
“No Hassel” NYE Party at Rock & Reilly’s
If there is one thing Reilly hates, it’s when he can’t get a drink. No-Hassle New Year’s Eve charges no cover and provides complimentary toasts of bubbly every hour after Dublin hits midnight. www.facebook.com/rnrpub
GORGE NYE Dinner
Ring in the new year with a special tasting menu. For full details and menu, visit www.gorgela.com
Gordon Ramsay NYE Dinner
Two seatings available: first seating is a three-course menu served from 5 – 8 p.m. for $95 per person, and the second is a five-course menu served form 8:30 – 11:30 p.m. with a midnight champagne toast for $145 per person. www.thelondonwesthollywood.com
Le Claufoutis
Ring in 2014 at this classic Sunset Plaza café. Regular menu and specials served. http://leclafoutisrestaurant.com
HOLIDAY HOTEL PACKAGES
Now through Dec. 20
Holiday Shopping Package at Mondrian
Stay on The Sunset Strip and enjoy rates starting from $279 with exclusive shopping discounts at more than 15 local retailers. More info.
Dec. 1 – 31
Sunset Package at Grafton On Sunset
Book our “Sunset Pacakge” which includes continental breakfast and complimentary WiFi. More info.
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