Downtown Manhattan Beach once again will ring in the holiday season with this festive community event, which happens on November 18. Folks can enjoy a variety of live music (including carolers) and activities (such as live animals, balloon twisters, Santa’s Sleigh and family pictures), food and beverages from 5 pm-9 pm. The pier lighting, meanwhile, happens at 7 pm, with choir performances from local middle school and high school commencing at 6 pm. manhattanbeach.gov