Thursday, December 25

New resident at the Los Angeles Zoo

The Los Angeles Zoo (5333 Zoo Dr., Los Angeles) has a new resident, a gorilla that is part of the family troop of western lowland gorillas. This is the fifth great ape birth at the zoo, with three chimpanzees and an orangutan also born this year. On permanent display. Tickets from $22. More information at lazoo.org.

Children's Theater at the Kirk Douglas

The Enormous Crocodile, playing at the Kirk Douglas Theatre (9820 Washington Blvd., Culver City), is about a giant crocodile slithering through the Los Angeles jungle in search of chubby, soft toes and knees, but only the other jungle creatures can foil his secret plans. Select days and times through January 4. Tickets from $40. Reports centertheatregroup.org.

Holiday in Oz at the Coronado Hotel

The iconic Hotel del Coronado (1500 Orange Ave., Coronado) presents for the fifth consecutive year A Holiday in Oz, a celebration that captures the color and imagination of L. Frank Baum's story, with themed decor and innovative design. Free. Ends January 4. Reports hoteldel.com.

Sunday, January 28

Salute to Vienna at the Segerstrom

Salute to Vienna returns to Southern California, Sunday at Walt Disney Concert Hall (111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles) and Tuesday at the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall (600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa), for its winter concert. The show includes a group of European dancers and a full symphony orchestra. Sunday at 2:30 pm and Tuesday at 8 pm. Tickets from $55. More info at salutetovienna.com.

Wednesday, December 31

New Year's Eve at Winter Fest OC

To celebrate the end of the year, Winter Fest OC, at the OC Fair and Event Center (88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa), will offer a program featuring music from the seventies and eighties and the Queen Nation Tribute Band. It also includes sets by DJ Ryan, fireworks, live music, immersive experiences, and more.Wednesday from 5 pm to 12:30 am. Tickets from $25. More information at winterfestoc.com.

New Year's Eve at Universal Studios

EVE at Universal Studios (100 Universal City Dr., Los Angeles) is a celebration that includes a midnight fireworks show, DJs, themed photo sessions, and more. For all ages. Wednesday starting at 9 pm. Tickets from $109. More information at universalstudioshollywood.com.

New Year's at The Broad

The Broad museum (221 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles) will celebrate New Year's early for families with young children. Visitors can explore the galleries and enjoy the holiday atmosphere from morning until late afternoon. Wednesday from 12 pm to 5 pm. Free admission. Reports thebroad.org.

Christmas Eve on the Queen Mary

The New Year's Eve Masquerade Soiree, aboard the Queen Mary (1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach), features a masquerade ball, live music, roving performers, a fireworks show, and more. Wednesday, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets start at $170. Reports queenmary.com.

New Year's Eve at Disney Hall

New Year's Eve at Walt Disney Concert Hall (111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles) will be hosted by The Roots, the award-winning Philadelphia hip-hop group and house band for The Tonight Show. Wednesday at 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tickets start at $69. Reports laphil.com.

New Year's Eve at Gloria Molina Park

With the theme “The Power of One,” the NYELA Countdown to 2026 celebration at Gloria Molina Grand Park (200 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles) features dance performances, DJ music, gourmet food trucks, interactive art installations, and more. Family-friendly event. Wednesday starting at 8 p.m. Free. Reports grandparkla.org.