Civil War Days
A free living-history event presented by the HB Historical Society, with reenacted battles, period camps, food, music, shops, and talks — typically held Labor Day weekend behind the Central Library.
Event Calendar
What's happening this month
A monthly calendar of events at Central Park. This is a convenience view of the park's calendar — it is not the official event-details source. Always confirm dates, times, and admission with the organizer before attending.
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Saturday, December 5
Sunday, December 6
Friday, December 11
Saturday, December 12
Saturday, December 19
Sunday, December 20
Monday, December 21
Events list — December 2026
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Saturday, December 5
XCS Big Blue SUPER NIT
Huntington Beach Sports Complex, 18100 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Youth baseball tournament by NCS (Xtreme Championship Sports), a double-points NCS World Series qualifier. Divisions 9U–14U, 3-game guarantee. Games also played at Steed Park (San Clemente) and Lake Forest Sports Park. Game times post the Thursday before the event. https://playncs.com/baseball/Events/Details/13570/xcs-big-blue-super-nit
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Saturday, December 5 · 6:00 PM
Festival Ballet Theatre: Narrated Nutcracker for Children & Families
Huntington Beach Central Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Annual one-off holiday production by Festival Ballet Theatre (nonprofit founded 1988 by Salwa Rizkalla). A special 30-minute narrated Nutcracker designed for young children — Clara, the Nutcracker, the Mouse King, and the Sugar Plum Fairy. Tickets via Eventbrite / festivalballet.org; 714-309-1280. Last year at Central Library tickets were $23.18; 2026 price not separately confirmed. Sources: https://www.festivalballet.org/narrated-nutcracker-for-children-2025/ and https://www.sandytoesandpopsicles.com/orange-county/nutcracker-performances/
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Sunday, December 6 · 11:00 AM
Hug & Groom with Rescue Horses
Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, 18381 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648, USA
Learn about their rescue and therapy horses and enjoy an up-close, personal Hug & Groom experience with the Free Rein Foundation herd.
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Friday, December 11 · 4:30 PM
Festival Ballet Theatre: Narrated Nutcracker for Children & Families
Huntington Beach Central Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Two 30-minute performances at 4:30 PM and 6:00 PM.
Annual one-off holiday production by Festival Ballet Theatre (nonprofit founded 1988 by Salwa Rizkalla). A special 30-minute narrated Nutcracker designed for young children — Clara, the Nutcracker, the Mouse King, and the Sugar Plum Fairy. Tickets via Eventbrite / festivalballet.org; 714-309-1280. Last year at Central Library tickets were $23.18; 2026 price not separately confirmed. Sources: https://www.festivalballet.org/narrated-nutcracker-for-children-2025/ and https://www.sandytoesandpopsicles.com/orange-county/nutcracker-performances/ -
Saturday, December 12 · 5:00 PM
Holiday Dance – Senior Center
Huntington Beach Senior Center in Central Park, 18041 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Holiday Dance at the Senior Center in Central Park — one of the annual special one-off events on the Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA) 2026 events schedule. Exact time not yet published; check hbcoa.org or call the Senior Center at 714-536-5600 for details.
Organizer: Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting senior services at the Senior Center in Central Park.
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Saturday, December 19
XCS Christmas Classic
Huntington Beach Sports Complex, 18100 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Youth baseball tournament by NCS (Xtreme Championship Sports), a single-points NCS World Series qualifier. Divisions 9U–14U, 3-game guarantee. All games at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex. Game times post the Thursday before the event. https://playncs.com/baseball/Events/Details/13572/xcs-christmas-classic
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Saturday, December 19 · 4:00 PM
Ballet Etudes: Nutcracker for Kids
Huntington Beach Central Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Performances at 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Annual one-off holiday production by Ballet Etudes (nonprofit youth ballet company). One-hour kid-friendly Nutcracker with professional guest artists, Tchaikovsky score, and photo opportunity with the dancers. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Children's Library. Admission: $10/person; tickets online via Friends of the Children's Library (link on library calendar). Note: on-sale start date unverified. Sources: https://www.balletetudes.com/nutcracker, https://hbpl.libcal.com/event/11365163 -
Sunday, December 20 · 4:00 PM
Ballet Etudes: Nutcracker for Kids
Huntington Beach Central Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Performances at 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Annual one-off holiday production by Ballet Etudes (nonprofit youth ballet company). One-hour kid-friendly Nutcracker with professional guest artists, Tchaikovsky score, and photo opportunity with the dancers. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Children's Library. Admission: $10/person; tickets online via Friends of the Children's Library (link on library calendar). Note: on-sale start date unverified. Sources: https://www.balletetudes.com/nutcracker, https://hbpl.libcal.com/event/11365163 -
Monday, December 21 · 9:00 AM
Santa Sixes Coed Benefit Tournament
Huntington Beach Sports Complex, 18100 Goldenwest St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
One-day holiday benefit soccer tournament at the HB Sports Complex. Coed 6v6 adult soccer, run by Soccer6 (standalone event, not part of their weekly leagues). Registration: $350 per team / $40 per free agent. Source: https://soccer6league.com/category/huntington-beach/
Recurring events
Short overviews only — check official sources for current schedules, locations, and admission requirements.
HB Concours d' Elegance
Annual Huntington Beach Concours d’ Elegance Family Car Show, featuring Classic Automobiles and Motorcycles. All proceeds benefit the HB Central Library Children’s Resource Center.
Summer Concert Series
Seasonal outdoor musical performances held at the Thomas Ridley Bandstand.
Dates, locations, admission requirements, and event availability can change. Check the official event organizer or City of Huntington Beach resources before attending.