On Dec. 8, get into the holiday spirit on West 3rd Street with photobooths, food, live music, stilt walkers, fire eaters, an a cappella group, Santa and his helpers, and much much more. During the party, stores stay open late, many offering giveaways, specials and in-store parties. Highlights include a pajama party at Bedhead, 25% off most merchandise at Trina Turk, free gift with purchase at M.Cohen, tastings of banana pudding and hot chocolate at Magnolia Bakery, taco party at Douglas Fir, a live DJ, dance contests and more at Paint Shop. 6-9 p.m. West 3rd Street (between Fairfax and La Cienega), L.A. www.westthirdstreet.com