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All Things OB Holiday Parade
Apply now to have your own float in the 2024 OB Holiday Parade!
Apply now to have your own float in the 2024 OB Holiday Parade!
Apply now to have your own float in the 2024 OB Holiday Parade!
Volunteer behind the scenes to make the parade happen!
Apply now to have your own float in the 2024 OB Holiday Parade!
Apply now to have your own float in the 2024 OB Holiday Parade!
Explore detailed float descriptions in our Parade Program!
Apply now to have your own float in the 2024 OB Holiday Parade!
Explore detailed float descriptions in our Parade Program!
45th annual ob holiday parade program
Here's where you can follow along during the parade and read more about each float. You will also be able to vote on your favorites!
Coming soon!
Santa Experience
Saturdays December 7, 14, 21
11AM - 2PM
Located at the corner of Newport Ave and Abbott St
Ho ho ho! Santa is making a special stop at the Ocean Beach Christmas Tree! Bring your family and friends to meet Santa, share your Christmas wishes, and take a memorable photo with the jolliest man of the season!
Love Thy Neighborhood Joy drive
December 13-16
The Joy Drive is an exciting expansion of the beloved OB Holiday Food and Toy Drive, aimed at spreading even more holiday cheer throughout our community. This year, we’re thrilled to be reaching a whole new group of people who haven’t been served before!
Whether it's donating, volunteering, or registering recipients, you can help bring joy, support, and essential items to more families and individuals, ensuring everyone in our neighborhood can experience the warmth and magic of the season.
Register Families & Friends
Do you know a friend, or family in our community who could use a little extra holiday cheer this year? We’re inviting you to register recipients for our LTN Joy Drive!
Let’s ensure no one is left out this season. By nominating someone, or yourself, you’ll help us deliver joy, and thoughtful gifts to those who need it most.
TOP PRIORITY DONATIONS
Donate new, unwrapped gifts and toys for Families & Neighbors in need. Here's some ideas of what we're looking for:
- Home gifts for our newly sheltered neighbors.
- Blankets, candles and soaps.
- Kitchen items and treats.
- Warm and cozy clothing items such as socks, beanies, scarves, and coats.
- Gift certificates.
- Toiletries and self care items
- We also need wrapping paper, ribbon and tape!
Donation Box Locations
Here are the Donation Box locations!
Thanks to all the businesses generously supporting our drive.
- California Wild Ales | 4896 Newport Ave.
- CVS | 4949 Santa Monica Ave.
- Dirty Birds OB | 1929 Cable St.
- Hugo's Cocina | 1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
- Kakawa Coffee | 3655 Voltaire St.
- Kilowatt Brewing | 1875 Cable St.
- Long Story | 4202 Voltaire St.
- Margarita's | 4955 Newport Ave.
- Northside Tavern | 2228 Bacon St.
- Pizzeria Luigi | 5001 Newport Ave.
- Resurrection OB | 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. *Sunday only*
- Stronghold | 2176 Chatsworth Blvd.
- Stump's Family Market | 3770 Voltaire Ave.
- Submerge Church | 1711 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
- Ultreya Coffee and Tea | 1785 Sunset Cliffs Ave.
- US Bank | 4827 Newport Ave.
Volunteer with us
As a volunteer, you will play a key role in collecting, sorting, and distributing gifts and toys to families in our community. Whether it’s lending a helping hand during donation drives, assisting with organizing and wrapping gifts, or being a part of the distribution team, your efforts are invaluable.
holiday food & toy drive
December 16-21
Spread joy in our community by supporting the
OB Holiday Food & Toy Drive!
Whether it's donating, volunteering, or registering recipients, your generosity, time, and thoughtfulness can have a direct impact on someone’s holiday.
Come and experience the joy of giving firsthand, and let’s make this Holiday season even more special together!
Donation Box Locations
- Vervor | 4689 Voltaire St.
- Compass Realty | 1021 Rosecrans St.
- Pruett Realty | 1845 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
- OB Business Center | 4967 Newport Ave.
- OBMA | 1868 Bacon St., #A
- OB Library | 4801 Santa Monica Ave.
- Submerge Church | 1711 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. *only December 1 & 8*
- Gallagher Bolander Smedley LLP | 1951 Cable St.
- Little House of Flowers | 1017 Rosecrans St. + 6090 Friars Rd.
- Matt Kalla Insurance | 4148 Voltaire St.
- Santa Experience | Newport Ave. and Abbott St. *December 7, 14, & 21 between 11-2pm*
- Hugo’s Cocina | 1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
- Joshua Lightcap, CFP®, AAMS™ | 5083 Santa Monica Ave., #1A
- Pioneer School - 4764 Santa Monica Ave
TOP PRIORITY DONATIONS
Donate new, unwrapped toys and non-expired, non-perishable food items. We’re also looking for:
For Teens:
- Sports gear (skateboards, helmets, sports balls)
- Gift cards (restaurants, coffee shops, nail salons)
- Fun accessories (jewelry, makeup)
For Seniors:
- Cozy home decor (candles, etc.)
- Self-care goodies (lotions, soaps)
- Activities (books, puzzles, games)
- Gift cards (restaurants, coffee shops, nail salons)
To volunteer with us, or sign up a recipient, visit Ocean Beach Community Foundation to sign up!