--- # A FESTIVE HOLIDAY KICK-OFF EVENT AT THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET Monday, Nov 27 **![](https://mail.citywatchla.com/images/Screenshot%202023-11-27%20at%208.55.08%20AM.jpg)** **ROCKIN’ AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE: A FESTIVE HOLIDAY KICK-OFF EVENT AT THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET** | **WHAT:** | [**The Original Farmers Market**](http://farmersmarketla.com/) is thrilled to announce a brand new holiday extravaganza to kick off the season, Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree. Join us on Sunday, December 3 from 2-7 pm for a celebration that promises an afternoon full of holiday cheer and fun activities for the whole family. Highlights of the afternoon include a live reindeer photo opportunity, youth performances by Grand Arts High School holiday carolers, a dog adoption hosted by [Love & Leashes](https://www.laloveandleashes.com/), a churro pop-up at [El Granjero Cantina](https://farmersmarketla.com/merchants/el-granjero-cantina-), and a Santa Hat decorating craft activity perfect for the little ones. Have your presents expertly wrapped while supporting a good cause with The Salvation Army, who will be hosting a gift-wrapping pop-up, toy drive, and food drive. In honor of this giving season, anyone who donates to the Salvation Army’s food or toy drive will receive a full-size chocolate candy bar from [Dylan’s Candy Bar.](https://farmersmarketla.com/merchants/dylans-candy-bar) Starting at 3 p.m., enjoy live musical and variety entertainment throughout the day with performances by vintage-inspired bands, playing classics from the 50’s and 60’s with vocalists*The MoonRays,* and the rock n’ roll band, *Crown City Bombers*. And, Santa’s favorite Elf/Juggler, Mickey O, will delight audiences with his yuletide antics. | |---|---| | **WHEN:** | Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree Sunday, December 3rd 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Images courtesy of The Original Farmers Market | | **WHERE:** | The Original Farmers Market 6333 W. 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