Nov
21
to Dec 27
Nov
22
6:00 PM18:00
City Center Tree Lighting Ceremony
Enjoy heartwarming performances by the talented Monte Vista band, singers, and dancers. Witness the magic as Santa makes his grand entrance.
Nov
23
4:00 PM16:00
The Mertiage Tree Lighting Ceremony
With live music, festive foods, a spectacular ice skating performance and more holiday magic surrounding the dazzling 40-foot tree and outdoor ice rink, this annual all-ages evening with a falling “snow” finale captures the joyous spirit of the season.
Nov
23
5:00 PM17:00
Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza
It's the brightest evening in Sonoma Wine Country as we celebrate the Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza 2024 with food, wine, beer, music and thousands of bright lights.
Nov
26
to Jan 5
Nov
29
4:00 PM16:00
Alameda Tree Lighting
Live music with THE AL MARSHALL TRIO performance by THE TAP DANCING CHRISTMAS TREES kids receive a FREE FLASHING TREE WAND* tree lighting with SANTA CLAUS.
Nov
29
4:00 PM16:00
Winter Lights Tree Lighting Event
Winter Lights, downtown Santa Rosa’s annual tree lighting event, brings the community together to celebrate the holidays with activities for all ages. This is a free event for the whole community!
Nov
29
to Dec 20
Christmas Tree Lighting and Decorating
We’re lighting up the big tree in Mac Dutra Park! Kids are invited to bring handmade ornaments to hang on the tree.
Nov
30
12:00 PM12:00
Holiday of Lights & Winter Wonderland
Starting at 5:00pm our DJ will start playing favorite Holiday tunes in the plaza and at 5:30pm we will LIGHT THE HOLIDAY TREE!
Nov
30
6:00 PM18:00
Yerba Buena Gardens Holiday Tree Lighting
Come join us at Yerba Buena Gardens for a festive evening of holiday cheer as we light up our beautiful living coastal redwood!
Dec
1
to Dec 3
Rockaway Tree Lighting Festival
The 2024 Rockaway Tree Lighting Festival is coming to the Rockaway Beach Plaza, along Dondee Way Sunday, Dec. 1st.
Dec
1
4:00 PM16:00
Annual Tree Lighting
Performances by Marin Girls Chorus, Kids Crafts, Hot Toddies and more!
Dec
1
5:30 PM17:30
Sausalito Holiday Tree Lighting, Music and Santa’s Arrival
On Thursday evening December 1, come down to Vina del Mar Park in Sausalito from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM to take part in the third annual Sausalito Holiday Tree Lighting, which kicks off Sausalito Holiday by the Bay each year.
Dec
2
to Dec 3
Holiday Tree Lighting
The Nob Hill Association will host its annual Nob Hill Tree Lighting Ceremony on Monday, November 27th, at 5:30 – 7:30 pm.
Dec
4
4:00 PM16:00
Civic Center Plaza Holiday Tree Lighting
Add this fun, free, family-friendly event to your holiday calendar; featuring festive performances, a toy giveaway, and appearances by Christmas VIPs and the man-of-the-hour: Santa!
Dec
4
5:00 PM17:00
Tree Lighting at Claremont Club & Spa
Join us while we kick off the holiday season with our annual tree lighting ceremony.
Dec
6
4:00 PM16:00
Cotati Holiday Tree Lighting
Come join us for our Annual Holiday Tree Lighting in La Plaza Park!
Dec
6
5:00 PM17:00
Mare Island Light Night - Holiday Tree Celebration
Mare Island's annual tree lighting celebration. Enjoy a dance presentation, hot chocolate, cookies, & more in support of Vallejo Together.
Dec
6
5:30 PM17:30
Petaluma Tree Lighting Celebration
Join an evening of fun and welcome in the Holidays with the Theater Square tree lighting event!
Dec
6
6:00 PM18:00
Holiday Open House & Tree Lighting
First Street merchants along with Benicia Main Street host this ever-popular open house at the beginning of the Christmas Season.
Dec
6
to Dec 15
Let's Glow SF
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season.
Dec
7
to Dec 8
Fantasy of Lights Walk-Thru
Enjoy a magical evening in the warmth of your vehicle as you drive through large animated displays while listening to holiday music on your car radio, or bask in the warm glow of the holiday lights as you leisurely stroll through the park with family and friends.
Dec
7
4:00 PM16:00
Novato's Annual Community Tree Lighting
Kick of the joy of the season at this amazing tradition with fun for the whole family!
Dec
7
4:00 PM16:00
San Anselmo Annual Tree Lighting
The San Anselmo Chamber of Commerce and the Town of San Anselmo are thrilled to be bringing back a night of magic and whimsy on the Avenue.
Dec
7
5:30 PM17:30
Dec
8
5:00 PM17:00
Dec
9
6:30 PM18:30
World Tree of Hope Lighting Celebration
Rainbow World Fund and Grace Cathedral invite you to make a wish and join us for a celebration of hope, as we gather wishes for the future of our global community, and give them wings.
Dec
10
to Jan 5
Fantasy of Lights Drive-Thru
Enjoy a magical evening in the warmth of your vehicle as you drive through large animated displays while listening to holiday music on your car radio, or bask in the warm glow of the holiday lights as you leisurely stroll through the park with family and friends.
Dec
25
to Jan 1
Dec
29
5:00 PM17:00
Downtown San Rafael's Menorah Lighting & Gelt Drop
Music, dancing, Giant Menorah lighting, treats, chocolate gelt drop, and so much more!
Dec
29
5:30 PM17:30
Chanukah on Burlingame Ave
Glow in the dark Chanukah Celebration (feature gelt drop and glow in the dark in images)
Dec
30
to Jan 6
Latkes and Lights
Join us at Bon Air as we, with Mollie Stone’s, host a Hannukah celebration!
Jan
2
5:00 PM17:00
Dec
10
4:00 PM16:00
Hanukkah Concert & Celebration
Join us for a Menorah lighting, latkes from Loveski, Sufganiyot from Johnny Doughnuts, and themed crafts for the kids.
Dec
10
3:00 PM15:00
Menorah Lighting with JCCSF
Join the JCCSF for a Glowing Hanukkah Party in Fountain Plaza this holiday season!
Dec
6
6:00 PM18:00
Chinatown Holiday Lights Festival
Enjoy dazzling lights along California Avenue to Broadway Street in Chinatown and a grand illumination ceremony on Wednesday, December 6th at 6PM with performances and music as the Chinatown Merchants Association launches their Holiday Lights Festival!
Dec
2
4:00 PM16:00
Christmas in Sonoma Snowman Lighting
Our annual Snowman Lighting event is back! More information coming soon!
Nov
29
5:00 PM17:00
Winter Wonderland Lighting Ceremony
Welcome back to Thrive City's annual Winter Wonderland Lighting Ceremony!
Nov
25
4:00 PM16:00
Carousel Lighting Ceremony
Join us as we celebrate the holiday season by counting down to the Carousel Lighting at sunset (5:00pm). This free event is hosted by CCM and the Yerba Buena Gardens Conservancy.
Nov
25
12:00 PM12:00
Parade of Lights & Winterwonderland
This event will have a Makers Marketplace, Human Snow Globe, Ornament Craft Table, Live Music, Food Trucks, a Jumpy, a Juggler, a Toy Drive, and Sweets Galore!
Nov
24
4:30 PM16:30
Santa Lights the Square
Sing along to a collection of Holiday Tunes with the SF Boys Chorus, just before Santa comes to officially illuminate Ghirardelli Square with Christmas Lights.
Nov
24
4:00 PM16:00
Nov
19
6:00 PM18:00
Yountville Town & Tree Lighting
Kick off the holiday season at our annual Yountville Town & Tree Lighting!
Nov
17
5:00 PM17:00
Bayview Celebration of Lights!
A free celebration and tree-lighting event for the Bayview Hunters Point Community
Nov
9
to Jan 1
Macy's Annual Great Tree Lighting Ceremony
Enjoy Macy's gift to the city of San Francisco, the Great Tree, which will shine brightly in Union Square Park, right across the street from Macy's flagship location.
Nov
1
to Dec 30
The Lights at Northgate Mall
Transport yourself to magical fun with the whole family this holiday season at The Lights at Northgate Mall! Conveniently located in the San Francisco Bay area in San Rafael, California in Marin County.
Dec
22
5:00 PM17:00
Menorah Lighting and Party at Town Center Corte Madera
Community Chanukah Celebrations | Latkes & Gelt | Giant light up dreidel | Chanukah Music
Dec
18
4:00 PM16:00
Community Chanukah Celebration at Menke Park
Community Chanukah Celebrations | Latkes | Gelt Drop | Crafts | Dreidel Contest | Music | Inflatable Slide
Dec
18
3:30 PM15:30
Fairfax Chanukah Celebration
The Fairfax Board of Volunteers is thrilled to welcome you to the 2nd annual Fairfax Chanukah Celebration!
Dec
18
to Dec 25
Hanukkah Candle Lighting
The JCCSF’s Glowing Hanukkah Pop-Up returns to Ghirardelli Square for the 5th year! Celebrate with us as we light candles, enjoy live (glowing!) music, make Hanukkah crafts, play dreidel, and explore the many offerings from the merchants at Ghirardelli Square. As we head into the darkest days of the year, help us light up the night by dressing up in your favorite light-up, glittery, glow-in-the-dark outfits.
Dec
16
to Dec 18
History Park's Heritage Holiday Light Show
Walk around History Park and enjoy a joyous light show at the Pacific Hotel. Bring the family to view the outstanding displays, eat local food, listen to themed music, and engage family-friendly crafts. Tickets times allow you to come in before the program starts so you can enjoy everything that is offered.
Dec
10
5:45 PM17:45
REDWOOD CITY: Hometown Holidays Celebration
Holiday themed entertainment, music, food, hometown parade, tree lightning and more!
Dec
10
to Dec 17
Children's Heritage Holiday
Before the Light Show, families are invited to come and enjoy crafts and activities throughout History Park. Families will also enjoy a visit with Santa Claus and performances from the Nutcrackers. Everyone can then stay for the first light show at 6:00 PM.
Dec
9
to Dec 11
History Park's Heritage Holiday Light Show
Walk around History Park and enjoy a joyous light show at the Pacific Hotel. Bring the family to view the outstanding displays, eat local food, listen to themed music, and engage family-friendly crafts. Tickets times allow you to come in before the program starts so you can enjoy everything that is offered.
Dec
4
4:00 PM16:00
Robert Mondavi Winery’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
Welcome the holiday season with Robert Mondavi Winery’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration. Join us for our holiday party, which includes the tree lighting, wine tasting, hot apple cider, holiday caroling, cookies and cheese and charcuterie appetizers. A holiday tradition!
Dec
4
3:00 PM15:00
Rockaway Beach Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting
So much to do during the festival. Everyone in the family will definitely enjoy!
Dec
4
1:00 PM13:00
Holiday Tree Lighting Festival
Welcome the season at our Holiday Tree Lighting Festival and Marketplace. Shop our holiday marketplace, featuring over 18 of our favorite local artisans along with food, drinks, live music and carolers to spread the holiday cheer.
Dec
3
7:00 PM19:00
Calistoga’s Lighted Tractor Parade
Join us in Calistoga for the 25th Annual Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade! Rain, shine or snow, be dazzled by the whimsical sights and sounds as 60 unique tractors, floats and farm equipment dance through downtown Calistoga. Don’t miss this special tradition celebrating Calistoga’s agricultural heritage.
Dec
3
6:00 PM18:00
Hanukkah Lighting in Tiburon
Bring your Hanukkah spirit and join us at the fountain in downtown Tiburon to light the grand Hanukkah! Songs, doughnuts, LED Hanukkah crafts, chocolate gelt and more!
Dec
3
5:45 PM17:45
Holiday Tree Lighting
Join us for a FREE Holiday Tree Lighting sponsored by KTVU FOX 2 at Jack London Square on Saturday, December 3rd, from 5:45pm to 8pm located at the plaza near Plank.
Dec
3
2:00 PM14:00
Dec
3
11:00 AM11:00
Glow Fest
Watch science come to light at Glow Fest! Dig into the art and science of light at this all-ages celebration. Enjoy hands-on activities that illuminate the how of light.
Dec
2
6:00 PM18:00
Petaluma Light Up A Life
Light Up a Life is an annual community event, where we gather in remembrance and celebration of the lives of those who we have loved and lost. For over 35 years, during the month of December, hundreds of bright, clear lights have illuminated our Light Up a Life Trees; each light symbolizing the life, hopes and dreams of a loved one. Join us this year as we gather in person once again for this beloved event.
