Holiday Activities
The events listed below are holiday related events this December. Event listings are checked at the time of posting but schedules may change without notice. Links are available below to all venues for your convenience. Please confirm information with the website. And come back often! Events are updated and added frequently.
This wildly popular, family-friendly experience features hundreds of ALL new, larger-than-life animal lanterns throughout the Zoo.
Inspired by the science of light, IlluminOdyssey is an immersive, interactive installation that will mesmerize kids and adults of all ages*.
'Tis the season to make special memories, bask in the vibrant landscape, and spend time together. Step into the magic of the House decked in holiday cheer and explore the winter Garden, where inspiration glows.
Come visit our family farm this Holiday Season.
Step into the art and science of light … and recharge your winter wonder.
Science lovers of all ages will revel in a festive array of winter-themed activities throughout the museum, from jolly live shows to falling snow and adorable baby animals, here for a limited time!
Wander the maze, glide along the ice skating trail, savor seasonal food and drink, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, and take in a bird’s-eye view of the dazzling lights from the Ferris Wheel. At Enchant Christmas, magical holiday memories are made.
Over 4 acres of the historic Cow Palace exhibition halls are magically transformed into the winding lanes and bustling play houses of Victorian London!
See what happens when science meets winter wonder.
It all starts the day after Thanksgiving! Winter Lights is Sonoma County's Destination For Season-Long Holiday Fun! We can't wait to celebrate with you this holiday season!
WinterFest brings holiday cheer to California’s Great America as the park is magically transformed into a winter wonderland and holiday festival.
Winter Walk returns to Union Square from December 13 – 22, located on Stockton Street to O’Farrell to Post!
The hilarious Will Ferrell stars in a story of an elf who doesn’t quite fit in New York City.
Free Holiday Movies in the Neptune Court
Stories for the Whole Family: The Gift of the Magi Dulce, Domum (Home Sweet Home, from the Wind in the Willows), A Christmas Carol (Featuring Terry McGovern as Ebenezer Scrooge), Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, Yes Virginia, There Is A Santa Clause With Special Guest Appearance by the Petaluma Children's Carolers.
Dog costumes & ugly holiday sweaters encouraged!
In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie Parker attempts to convince his parents, teacher, and Santa Claus that a Red Ryder Range 200 Shot BB gun really is the perfect Christmas gift. Starring Peter Billingsley and Melinda Dillon.
Come out to meet author Joanna Ho at a very merry Winterland Read-Aloud of her new holiday book bringing magic to life!
Join us on December 21, 2024, from 3-6 pm at Unity Plaza for a festive holiday celebration filled with joy and fun!
Join a family-friendly bicycle ride in Sunnyvale to see glittering holiday lights in our community!
Pictures with Cargo Bike Santa & Holiday Karaoke + Sing-Along at Judah & Great Highway Park.
The Clown Prince of Fools is back with classic slapstick humor, hambone hijinks, and silly shenanigans in his annual foolishly fun show that invites audience members (ages 3 and up) to dive into the imagination of Unique Derique.
The Rock and Roll Playhouse Featuring The Music of Soji Sai Afrobeat