Holiday Events: Christmas, Hanukkah & Santa 2020: SF Bay Area
SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA — The holidays are nearing!
Christmas this year falls on a Friday, Dec. 25. Hanukkah runs Thursday, Dec. 10 through Friday, Dec. 18. And Kwanzaa is Dec. 26 to Jan. 1.
Celebrations are markedly different for 2020, to be sure, and many annual community extravaganazas were canceled this year due to the pandemic.
But festivities still abound throughout the San Francisco Bay Area as towns and organizations are getting creative with drive-thrus, virtual and in-person, socially distanced events — many with limited availability and required reservations.
Check out our annual event guide to see what's going on near you. And Happy Holidays, from Patch!
NOTE: Bookmark this page as additional events will be added when announced. Also, remember to double-check with organizers to confirm activities still are proceeding as originally planned.
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ALAMEDA:
DEC. 5: Holiday Lighted Yacht Parade. Masks & social distancing required.
Estuary, Oakland/Alameda, CA
DEC. 12: Jets & Jammies Family Virtual Overnight: USS Hornet. Hunker down at home & enjoy.
Zoom online via USS Hornet Sea, Air and Space Museum, 707 W. Hornet Ave., Alameda, CA
DEC. 13: The Amazing Bubble Show. Fun for all ages.
Online via Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave., Alameda, CA
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ALBANY:
DEC. 5-20: 'Santa on Solano' - Meet him outdoors for 2020!
Solano Avenue, Albany/Berkeley, CA
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AMERICAN CANYON:
Through NOV. 30: Holiday Auction with American Canyon Soroptimist Club. Great shopping online!
Online via Soroptimist International of American Canyon Club, American Canyon, CA
NOV.-DEC: Tree & Wreath Fundraiser: American Canyon HS. Benefits Athletic Boosters.
Pick-up Dec. 4-5: American Canyon High School Stadium, 3000 Newell Drive, American Canyon, CA
DEC. 5-16: 10th Annual Reindeer Run & Walk. T-shirts & medals to participants.
Virtual via American Canyon Community and Parks Foundation, 101 W. American Canyon Road, American Canyon, CA
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ATHERTON:
Through NOV. 30: Annual Holiday Boutique: Sacred Heart. With several unique vendors.
Online via Sacred Heart Schools, 150 Valparaiso Ave., Atherton, CA
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BELMONT:
NOV. 21: Holiday Craft Faire: Twin Pines Park. Canceled.
Twin Pines Park, One Twin Pines Lane, Belmont, CA
DEC. 1: Holiday Decorating Contest. Register & get your home or shop on the map!
Residences & businesses, Belmont, CA
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BENICIA:
NOV.-DEC.: Benicia Historical Museum Annual Christmas Tree Lot. Canceled.
Benicia Historical Museum at the Camel Barns, 2060 Camel Road, Benicia, CA
Through NOV. 30: Downtown Holiday Shopping Spree. With chance to win $500 Holiday Shopping Spree.
Participating merchants, Benicia, CA
DEC. 4: Holiday Open House & Tree Lighting. Canceled.
First Street, Benicia, CA
DEC. 12: Christmas Parade & Holiday Market. Canceled.
First Street, Benicia, CA
Through JAN. 1: 'American Heart Of Winter' Art Exhibit. "Featuring host of talented contemporary working artists operating in SF Bay Area, throughout U.S. & around the world."
Gallerie Renee Marie, 1038 First St. Benicia, CA
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BERKELEY:
NOV. 28-DEC. 20: Artisans Holiday Open Studios. "The artists invite you in ... but in a different way this year."
Studios, workshops and galleries, Berkeley, CA
DEC. 4-13: The Light. Roller coaster ride of laughter, romance & despair that begins with a surprise proposal gift.
Virtual via Shotgun Players, 1901 Ashby Ave., Berkeley, CA
DEC.: Snow Day In Gourmet Ghetto. Canceled.
Gourmet Ghetto, Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA
DEC. 5-20: 'Santa on Solano' - Meet him outdoors for 2020!
Solano Avenue, Albany/Berkeley, CA
DEC. 12-13, 19-20, 23-24: Annual Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair. Featuring unique & one-of-a-kind holiday gifts
Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley, CA
DEC. 20: 'The Nutcracker' with Berkeley Ballet Theater. A celebration & watch party.
Online via Berkeley Ballet Theater, 1370 Tenth St., Berkeley, CA
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BURLINGAME:
NOV. 19: Virtual Pass The Plate: Holiday Charcuterie. Learn tips & tricks to this entertaining presentation.
Online via Mercy High School, 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame, CA
DEC. 1-17: Story Time With Mrs. Claus. "A warm chat all the way from the North Pole!"
Via Zoom with City of Burlingame, CA
DEC. 4: Annual Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa - Virtual. Canceled.
Online via Facebook with City of Burlingame, CA
DEC.: Holiday Parade 2020: Downtown. Canceled.
Downtown Burlingame, CA
DEC.: Christmas At Kohl Holiday Boutique. Canceled.
Kohl Mansion, 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame, CA
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, Burlingame, CA
DEC. 12: Circle of St Paul's Christmas Tea & Boutique. Canceled.
Saint Paul's Episcopal Church, 415 El Camino Real, Burlingame, CA
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CALISTOGA:
DEC. 5: Holiday Lighted Tractor Display. Modified for 2020.
Twenty locations, Calistoga, CA
DEC. 5-FEB. 7: Winter In The Wineries Passport. "Valued at over $400 in wine tastings alone!"
Participating wineries, Calistoga, Lake County, Pope Valley and St. Helena, CA
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CAMPBELL:
NOV. 21 & DEC. 12: Family Holiday Photos At Ainsley House. Ainsley House living room will be decked as festive backdrop.
Ainsley House, 300 Grant St., Campbell, CA
DEC. 4: Holiday Musical Fundraiser & Ugly Sweater Contest. Featuring local musician Jason Keiser.
Via Zoom with Campbell Historical Museum & Ainsley House, 51 N. Central Ave., Campbell, CA
DEC 5 & 10: Virtual Visits With Santa. Includes story video & craft packet.
Zoom via City of Campbell, CA
DEC. 5: Holiday Carol of Lights 2020: Downtown. Canceled.
East Campbell Avenue and North 1st Street, Campbell, CA
DEC. 10: Annual Jim Brickman Holiday Concert. "Uplifting, family-friendly, holiday concert tradition."
Online via Heritage Theatre, Campbell, CA
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CAPITOLA:
DEC. 12: Winter Magic Show with Mike the Magician. Free, family holiday fun!
Virtual via Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Santa Cruz County, CA
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CASTRO VALLEY:
NOV. 27-DEC.: BSA Scout Christmas Tree Lot (Fundraiser). Nine local troops participating.
19201 Center St., Castro Valley, CA
DEC. 12: 'Creating Your Charcuterie Chalet' - Replace your edible gingerbread house with one made from cheese, salami, crackers & more.
Virtual via FarmCurious & Castro Valley Marketplace, 3295 Castro Valley Blvd., Castro Valley, CA.
DEC. 19: 4th Annual East Bay Rockin' Christmas. Supports wildfire relief.
Livestream via organizers, Castro Valley, CA
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CLAYTON:
NOV.-DEC.: Clayton Valley Pumpkin Farm & Christmas Trees. Canceled. Online shop open.
1060 Pine Lane, Clayton, CA
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CONCORD:
NOV. 27-DEC. 24: Santa’s Flight Academy & Photos: Sunvalley. Reservations required this year.
Sunvalley Shopping Center, 1 Sunvalley Mall, Concord, CA
Through NOV. 30: Historical Society's Virtual Holiday Market. Get that shopping started!
Online via Concord Historical Society, 1928 Clayton Road, Concord, CA
DEC. 6: Super Holiday Marketplace Boutique. Free event with social distancing & safety precautions.
Clayton Valley Charter High School, 1101 Alberta Way Road, Concord, CA
Through DEC.: The aRt Cottage. Annual holiday art & boutique.
2238 Mt. Diablo St., Concord, CA
DEC. 15: 'Succulents & Sips' Wreath-Making: The Veranda. Choose from two, socially distanced seatings.
The Veranda, 2001-2003 Diamond Blvd., Concord, CA
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CORTE MADERA:
Through DEC. 11: Letters To Santa. Get a letter from the North Pole!
Community Center, 498 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, CA
DEC. 19 & JAN. 2: 'Holiday Cheer' Zoom Cocktail-Making Party. With Dr. Inkwell, an entertaining "cocktail sommelier."
Zoom via Town of Corte Madera, 498 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, CA
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COTATI:
DEC. 4: Cocoa With A Cop Drive-Thru. RSVPs required.
Cotati Police Department, 203 West Sierra Ave., Cotati, CA
DEC. 13: The Mysteries of Chanukah. Mini-retreat of text study, contemplation, music & mystical experiences.
Online via Ner Shalom Zoom Room, 85 La Plaza, Cotati, CA
DEC. 18: Drive-In Movie 'Elf' -With food truck, too!
Park & Ride Lot, Hwy. 116 & Old Redwood Hwy., Cotati, CA
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CUPERTINO:
DEC. 4-5 & 18-19: Zoom with Santa. Kid can enjoy a video chat with St. Nick.
Online via City of Cupertino, CA
DEC. 9: Holidays in Hawai’i with Lei Nani Hula Dancers. Enjoy a virtual trip to the islands!
On Zoom via City of Cupertino, CA
DEC. 11-13: 'Santa Stop': Quinlan Community Center. Registrants will receive candy canes & ornaments.
Quinlan Community Center, 10185 N Stelling Road, Cupertino, CA
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DALY CITY:
NOV. 21-DEC. 20: The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party: Cow Palace. Canceled.
Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave., Daly City, CA
NOV. 21-DEC. 24: 'Dickens Fair At Home' - Different agenda each weekend.
Virtual via The Great Dickens Christmas Fair, Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave., Daly City, CA
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DANVILLE:
NOV. 25: Holiday 'Lighting Of The Old Oak Tree' -Virtual. Community tradition is in its 44th year.
Virtual via Chamber of Commerce & Town of Danville, CA
NOV. 30-DEC. 10: 'Santa's Mailbox' - Get a letter fom the North Pole!
Community Center & Library, 420 Front St., Danville, CA
DEC. 12: 'Elf' Holiday Drive-In Movie. Waitlist accepted if bookings are full.
222 W. El Pintado, Danville, CA
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DAVIS:
DEC. 7-31: 'The Spirit Of Children's Nutcracker' - Several activities honoring annual Davis Children’s Nutcracker.
Virtual via City of Davis, CA
DEC. 11-12: Grandmother's 'Nutcracker' Goody Bag. Register to participate.
Veterans Memorial Center, 203 E. 14th St., Davis CA
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DIXON:
NOV. 21: Holiday Shop Vendor & Craft Fair. Epic event with slew of vendors.
West A Street, Dixon, CA
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DUBLIN:
DEC. 3: Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. Canceled.
Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA
DEC. 5: Santa Drive-Thru Meet & Greet. Parking lot to become winter wonderland. Registration required.
Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA
DEC. 10: Holiday Home-Decorating Contest Deadline. Deck the halls: five categories!
Online via City of Dublin, CA
DEC. 17: Holiday Resources Drive-Thru For Seniors. Free & first-come, first-served.
Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin, CA
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EAST PALO ALTO:
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain stations, San Mateo & Santa Clara Counties, CA
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EL CERRITO:
Through NOV. 30: Winter Letters From Holiday Elves, Elsa ... Even Hogwarts School will write to you.
Via City of El Cerrito, CA
Through DEC. 6: Winter Break: Camp In A Box. Keep the kids busy!
El Cerrito Community Center, 7007 Moeser Ln, El Cerrito, CA
DEC. 12-26: Sundar Shadi Holiday Display. Beloved, community tradition continues.
7501 Moeser Lane, El Cerrito, CA
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FAIRFAX:
DEC. 13: Annual Holiday Wreath-Making. Don't delay. Kits are limited.
Virtual via Town of Fairfax, CA
DEC.: Annual Holiday Craft Faire. The community tradition goes virtual this year.
Online via Town of Fairfax, CA
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FAIRFIELD:
DEC. 2: Holiday 'Operation Cookie Drop': Travis AFB. Donate or volunteer for this great effort.
Travis Air Force Base, Fairfield, CA
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FOSTER CITY:
DEC. 5: Walking In A Winter Wonderland. "Trail of festive lights, winter scenery & photo opps, with candy canes & cocoa.
Leo Ryan Park, 650 Shell Blvd., Foster City, CA
DEC. 6: Virtual Chanukkah Party for 3-5 Year Olds & Families. Advance registration required.
Online via Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School, 800 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA
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FREMONT:
NOV.-DEC.: Holiday Train Of Lights: Niles Canyon Railway. Canceled.
Niles Station, Fremont, CA or Sunol Depot, Sunol, CA
NOV.-DEC.: 'Giving Hope' Holiday Donation Drive. One option is to sponsor a family.
Online via City of Fremont, CA
NOV. 21: Joe's Corner Holiday Pop-Up Market - Niles. Get your shopping started!
Joes Corner, 37713 Niles Blvd., Fremont. CA
DEC. 4: Car Cinema: 'ELF' - Limited tickets & pre-sale only.
Central Park Sports Complex, 1110 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA
DEC. 5: Mission San Jose Christmas Tree Lighting. Canceled.
Old School Business Center, 43571 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA
Through DEC. 26: Virtual Santa Photos: Pacific Commons. For children, pets & families.
Online via Pacific Commons Shopping Center, 43440 Boscell Road, Fremont, CA
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GILROY:
NOV.-DEC. Holiday Events & Ice Rink at Gilroy Gardens 2020. Canceled.
Gilroy Gardens, 300 Hecker Pass Road, Gilroy, CA
DEC. 19: Wreaths Across America 2020. Volunteers needed to lay wreaths on veterans' graves.
Gavilan Hills Cemetery & St. Mary's Cemetery (CAGHCG), 1000 First St., Gilroy, CA
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GLEN ELLEN:
JAN. 1: 2021 First Day Hike: Jack London State Historic Park. Start the new year off on the right foot!
Jack London State Historic Park, 2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, CA
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GREENBRAE:
DEC. 5, 12 & 19: Socially Distanced Santa Visits: Bon Air Center. Little ones will receive a Bon Air Santa Letter Kit, too.
Bon Air Center, 50 Bon Air Ctr., Greenbrae, CA
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HALF MOON BAY:
NOV. 21-DEC. 23: Santa's Tree Farm. With Santa, elves' workshop & variety of u-cut trees.
Santa's Tree Farm & Village, 78 Pilarcitos Creek Road, Half Moon Bay, CA
NOV. 27 & DEC. 4, 11 & 18: 'Night Of Lights' - Christmas tree lighting is Dec. 4.
Mac Dutra Park, Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA
Through DEC. 1: Puente Holiday Drive For Families & Farmworkers. Collecting food & gifts for 160 families & 320 children.
Online via Puente, 620 North St., PO Box 554, Pescadero, CA
DEC. 11: 'Night Of Lights' Menorah Lighting. Socially distanced & masks required.
Mac Dutra Park, Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA
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HEALDSBURG:
NOV. 21, 28 & DEC. 5, 12, 19: Holiday Craft Market: Healdsburg Farmers' Market. With rotating roster of artisans.
West Plaza Parking Lot, North and Vine Streets, Healdsburg, CA
NOV. 21-DEC. 30: Holiday Gift Market: Healdsburg Center For The Arts. Shop for original, hand-crafted creations & gifts.
Healdsburg Center for the Arts, 130 Plaza St., Healdsburg, CA
NOV.25: Senior Appreciation Holiday Dinner Drive-In. Don't miss registration deadline.
Villa Chanticleer, 900 Chanticleer Way, Healdsburg, CA
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HERCULES:
DEC. 18-23: Live Nativity Drive-Thru: Valley Bible Church. Free to all.
Valley Bible Church, 1477 Willow Ave., Hercules, CA
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HOLLISTER:
DEC. 31: Casa de Fruta New Year's Eve Party. Canceled.
Casa de Fruta, 10021 Pacheco Pass Hwy., Hollister, CA
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LAFAYETTE:
NOV. 27-DEC. 25: Town Hall Theatre's 'A Christmas Carol' - Free with new episode every Friday.
Online via Town Hall Theatre Company, 3535 School St., Lafayette, CA
DEC. 6: 'It’s A Wonderful Life In Lafayette' - Canceled.
Plaza Park, Downtown Lafayette, CA
DEC. 6: 'Light Up The Town' Chanukah Experience. With scavenger hunt & more. RSVPs required.
Chabad of Lamorinda, 3574 Mount Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA
DEC. 6: 'Making The Holidays Bright' Spreading cheer in each neighborhood!
City of Lafayette, CA
DEC. 16: Family Menorah Competition: Contra Costa JCC. "Build a menorah from junk you have accumulated at home."
Zoom via Contra Costa JCC, 3527 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA
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LIVERMORE:
NOV. 21: 'Earlier Than The Bird' Pajama Shopping. Sweats & yoga-wear will not count for giveaway!
Downtown Livermore, CA
NOV. 28: Family Photo Day Helping Homeless of Goodness Village. By appointment only.
CrossWinds Church, 1660 Freisman Road, Livermore, CA
DEC.: 'Home for the Holidays,' Parade & Tree Lighting. Canceled.
Downtown, 1st Street, Livermore, CA
DEC. 3: Festive Trivia Night with Livermore Shakes. Sign up as individual or team.
Zoom via Shakespeare's Associates, 2172 Railroad Ave., Livermore, CA
DEC. 4-JAN. 1: Deacon Dave's Christmas Display. Canceled.
352 Hillcrest Ave., Livermore, CA
Through DEC. 11: Christmas Toy Drive. Sponsored by Tri-Valley Blue Oaks & Valley Community churches.
Drop-off locations, Pleasanton & Livermore, CA
DEC. 13: The Great Yule Log Hunt: Sycamore Grove Park. Grab your silliest holiday hat & join 26th annual hunt for fabled Yule Log!
Sycamore Grove Park, 1051 Wetmore Road, Livermore, CA
DEC. 20: 'Mistletoe Mission' Hike: Sycamore Grove Park. All ages welcome in search of mistletoe.
Sycamore Grove Park, Wetmore Road Entrance, Livermore, CA
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LOS ALTOS:
NOV. 29: Festival of Lights Float Display. A revamp for 2020 as in-person parade is canceled.
Rancho Shopping Center, 600 Rancho Shopping Center, Los Altos, CA
DEC. 3-31: Gingerbread House Exhibit. "Sweeten your holiday season!"
Online via City of Los Altos, CA
DEC. 6-JAN. 3: Homage To The Holidays. Enjoy the community's holiday traditions.
Online via KMVT from City of Los Altos, CA
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LOS ALTOS HILLS:
DEC. 6: Virtual Holiday Barn Lighting: Westwind. View via Facebook.
Online from Westwind Community Barn 27210 Altamont Road, Los Altos Hills, CA
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LOS GATOS:
DEC. 4-30: Annual Fantasy of Lights Drive-Thru: Vasona Lake. "Bigger, better and brighter than ever."
Vasona Lake County Park, 333 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA
DEC. 4-23: Holiday Carriage Rides. A town tradition!
Town Plaza, S. Santa Cruz Avenue and Montebello, Los Gatos, CA
DEC. 4: Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa. Canceled.
Town Park Plaza, Los Gatos, CA
DEC. 5: Children's Christmas & Holidays Parade. Canceled.
Downtown Los Gatos, CA
DEC. 5: The Garden Boutique. Perfect for holiday shopping!
15980 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA
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MARTINEZ:
NOV. 23-DEC. 19: Hot Cocoa Kits & Selfies In Plaza. Sign up soon as supplies are limited.
City Hall, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez, CA
Through DEC. 31: Family Fun Holiday Hopper & Snowflake Hunt. Scavenger hunt with chance to find prizes.
Participating businesses, Martinez, CA
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MENLO PARK:
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, Menlo Park, CA
DEC. 16: Mystery Readers Group: Holiday Mysteries. "Holidays can be mysterious! Holidays can be murder!" Newcomers welcome.
Online Webinar via City of Menlo Park, CA
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MILL VALLEY:
NOV. 27-DEC. 18: Winterfest Holiday Hunt. Scavenger hunt with "Silver Stars."
Throughout Mill Valley, CA
DEC. 3: Book Passage Holiday Fair With Elaine Petrocelli. With book suggestions for gifts, too.
Zoom with Outdoor Art Club, Mill Valley, CA
DEC. 12: Makers Market at the Lumber Yard - An Open Air Craft Market. With craft fun for kids.
129 Miller Ave., Mill Valley, CA
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MILLBRAE:
DEC. 4: 'Elf' Drive-In Holiday Movie. Tickets on sale.
Millbrae Square Parking Lot, 739 Magnolia Ave., Millbrae, CA
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, Millbrae, CA
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MILPITAS:
NOV. 30: Holiday Tree-Lighting,Carolers & Santa. Includes countdown to tree-lighting.
Online on YouTube via City of Milpitas, CA
DEC. 5: Milk & Cookies with Santa Drive-Thru. Kits are limited, so don't delay.
Barbara Lee Senior Center, 40 N. Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas, CA
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MORAGA:
Through DEC.: Annual Hacienda Holiday Faire. With "one-of-a-kind handmade gifts and gourmet food items from local artisans."
Online Shopping via Hacienda Holiday Faire, Moraga, CA
Through DEC. 24: Art Exhibit & Holiday Boutique. Boutique features handmade items from local artists.
Moraga Art Gallery, 432 Center St., Rheem Shopping Center, Moraga, CA
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MORGAN HILL:
DEC. 19: Wreaths Across America 2020. Volunteers needed to lay wreaths on veterans' graves.
Mt. Hope Cemetery (CAMHCM), 314 Spring Ave., Morgan Hill, CA
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MOUNTAIN VIEW:
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, Mountain View, CA
DEC. 12: Holiday Food Drive Drive-Up & Drop-Off. Aid those in need.
Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA.
DEC. 12-13: Peninsula Youth Theatre 'Princess Guide to Quarantine' - "Lighthearted take on fairytale characters."
Zoom via Peninsula Youth Theatre, 2510-A Old Middlefield Way, Mountain View, CA
Through DEC. 20: GISSV German Holiday Market. Featuring German specialties you've come to love.
Online via German International School of Silicon Valley, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA
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MUIR BEACH:
DEC. 5-6: Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair. Canceled.
Muir Beach Community Center, 19 Seacape, Muir Beach, CA
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NAPA:
NOV.-JAN.: Napa On Ice Holiday Skating Rink. Canceled.
575 3rd St., Napa, CA
NOV. 21: Makers Market on First Street - An Open Air Craft Market. Let holiday shopping begin!
1300 1st St., Napa, CA
DEC. 4: Sen. Bill Dodd’s Holiday Party & Fundraiser. Proceeds support "If Given A Chance."
Virtual from Silverado Resort, 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa, CA
DEC. 6: Dickens Christmas with Santa. Visits with Santa & special treats.
Ackerman Heritage House, 608 Randolph St., Napa, CA
DEC. 16-18: Holiday Ugly Sweater Contest. Five categories with prizes!
Online via City of Napa, CA
DEC. 17: Holiday Meal Drive Thru (Ages 50+). Free & first-come, first-served.
Senior Activity Center, 1500 Jefferson St., Napa, CA
DEC. 21-22: Bake Shop at the Ackerman Heritage House. Yule log cakes on sale.
Ackerman Heritage House, 608 Randolph St., Napa, CA
DEC. 24-25: Christmas Eve at The Grill and Christmas Day at The Grill. With chef-curated menus.
Silverado Resort, 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa, CA
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NEWARK:
DEC. 11: Winter Holiday Drive-Thru. With photo booth, holiday fun & take-home cookie & cocoa kits.
Silliman Center Parking Lot, 6800 Mowry Ave., Newark, CA
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NOVATO:
DEC. 13: Chanukah Drive-In Menorah-Lighting. With music, latkes & donuts.
Hamilton Community Center Parking Lot, 503 Palm Drive, Novato, CA
DEC. 14: 'Letters to Santa' Deadline. Write to Santa, and he'll reply!
Novato Gymnastics Center, 950 7th St., Novato, CA
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OAKLAND:
NOV. 20-JAN. 17: Zoo's 'Glowfari' Holiday Lantern Festival. A mile-long, dazzling stroll.
Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland, CA
DEC. 2-JAN. 3: Holiday Walk-Thru Wonderland: Dunsmuir Hellman. "Come for the sights, fun, most of all the memories."
Dunsmuir Hellman Historic Estate, 2960 Peralta Oaks Court, Oakland, CA
DEC. 5: Holiday Lighted Yacht Parade. Masks & social distancing required.
Estuary, Oakland/Alameda, CA
DEC. 5: Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir Annual Holiday Concert. "We can still kick off the holiday season together!"
Online via Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir, 655 13th St., Oakland, CA
DEC. 18-30: 'Fairy Winterland': Children's Fairyland. Festival of Lights Parade will go on, and Black Santa will be there, too!
Children's Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA
DEC. 20: Nutcracker Stay-At-Home Matinee: Oakland Ballet Company. "Save the date for Snowflakes and Sugar Plums!"
Online via Oakland Ballet Company, 2201 Broadway, Oakland, CA
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ORINDA:
NOV.: Annual Holiday Bazaar. Canceled.
Orinda Community Center, 28 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA
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PACIFICA:
DEC. 5: Santa Claus Is Coming To Town. A "Santa Tracker" is planned.
City of Pacifica, CA
DEC. 6: Rockaway Beach Tree-Lighting Fest. Canceled.
Rockaway Beach, Pacifica, CA
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PALO ALTO:
NOV. 20: Holiday Virtual Tree-Lighting: Lytton Plaza. With music from Palo Alto Children’s Theatre.
Online with Zoom or YouTube via City of Palo Alto, CA
DEC. 5: Festival of Trees. An outdoor & online event.
Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St., Palo Alto, CA
DEC. 10-23: Jewish Repertory Theatre's 'Holiday Shorts' - "A new series of hilarious Woody-Allen-esque short plays."
Online via Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA
DEC. 14: Hanukkah Online Theater: Oshman JCC. "Enjoy poignant, funny, contemporary stories of empowerment and triumph."
Via Zoom with Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way,Palo Alto, CA
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PESCADERO:
Through DEC. 1: Puente Holiday Drive For Families & Farmworkers. Collecting food & gifts for 160 families & 320 children.
Online via Puente, 620 North St., PO Box 554, Pescadero, CA
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PETALUMA:
NOV. 21: Annual Holiday Market with Clucktown Collective. Last-minute location change.
429 1st St., Petaluma, CA
NOV. 24: Holiday Food & Fun Fair. Shop local food artisans.
Hotel Petaluma Ballroom & Lobby, 205 Kentucky St., Petaluma, CA
NOV. 28: Santa’s Riverboat Cruise. "Give a shout out to Santa & Mrs. Claus as they sail by."
Steamer Landing Park to Shollenberger Park, Petaluma, CA
DEC. : Annual Holiday Crafterino. Canceled.
Veterans Memorial Building. 1094 Petaluma Blvd. S., Petaluma, CA
DEC. 4: Hospice 'Light Up A Life' Tree Lighting. Remembrance candles available for home ceremonies.
Virtual via St. Joseph Health Hospice, Petaluma, CA
DEC. 4-6: Cinnabar Theater Spectacular Musical Revue Virtual. "Sure to be a hit with the whole family."
Online via Cinnabar Theater, 3333 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma CA
DEC. 6: Wreath-Making Workshop 2020: McEvoy Ranch. Could sell out fast, so don't delay.
McEvoy Ranch, 5935 Red Hill Road, Petaluma, CA
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PIEDMONT:
NOV. 27-DEC.: Annual Boy Scout Christmas Tree Lot. Order online for curbside pick-up or delivery.
Piedmont Scout Tree Lot, 898 Redrock Road, Piedmont, CA
DEC. 2: Annual Holiday Tree Lighting. Tune in for town tradition!
Virtual via Piedmont Beautification Foundation and City of Piedmont, CA
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PINOLE:
NOV. 18-DEC. 28: Holiday Fair 2020. Perfect stop for your holiday shopping.
Pinole Artisans Gallery, Pinole Vista Center, 1360 Fitzgerald Drive, Pinole, CA
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PLEASANT HILL:
NOV. 20: East Bay Hospice Tree Of Lights. Supports hospice care, music therapy and grief programs.
Virtual with Zoom via Hospice East Bay, Pleasant Hill, CA
DEC. 5: Super Holiday Marketplace Boutique. Free event with social distancing & safety precautions.
Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA
DEC.: 'Light Up The Night' & Holiday Fest. Canceled.
Downtown & Pleasant Hill Community Center, Pleasant Hill, CA
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PLEASANTON:
NOV. 27: 'Holiday Lights Tour' Map List Deadline. Sign up to be on tour list for Dec. 4-27.
Participating residences, City of Pleasanton, CA
NOV. 27-DEC. 24: Santa Visits & Photos: Stoneridge. Reservations required this year.
Stoneridge Shopping Center, 1 Stoneridge Mall Road, Pleasanton, CA
DEC.-JAN.: Widmer World Annual Christmas Display. Canceled.
3671 Chelsea Court, Pleasanton, CA
DEC. 5: Hometown Holiday Virtual Tree-Lighting. Fatures annual tree lighting countdown with special guest … Santa Claus.
Virtual with TV30 via City of Pleasanton, CA
DEC. 5: Hometown Holiday Parade & Fest. Canceled.
Downtown Pleasanton, CA
DEC. 6: Wreath Making At The Barn. For all ages. Registration required.
Sunol Visitor Center, 1895 Geary Road, Sunol, CA
Through DEC. 11: Christmas Toy Drive. Sponsored by Tri-Valley Blue Oaks & Valley Community churches.
Drop-off locations, Pleasanton & Livermore, CA
DEC. 11: Tri-Valley Cultural Jews Virtual Hanukkah Celebration. With menorah lighting & dreidel fun.
Virtual via Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Pleasanton, CA
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REDWOOD CITY:
NOV. 21: ART on the Square - Virtual Holiday Show. "Unique & original gifts for everyone on your list."
Live online via ART on the Square, Redwood City, CA
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, Redwood City, CA
Through DEC. 15: Home For The Holidays Box. Don't delay on signing up for this fun kit.
Red Morton Community Center, 1120 Roosevelt Ave., Redwood City, CA
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ROHNERT PARK:
NOV. 27: Drive In Entertainment's "National Lampoon's Xmas Vacation." Tickets on sale.
SOMO Village, 1400 Valley House Drive, Rohnert Park, CA
NOV. 27-28: Virtual Holiday Arts & Crafts Faire. With local arts & crfts vendors.
Online via City of Rohnert Park, CA
DEC. 4-6: Transcendence's 'Broadway Holiday at Drive-In' - Fun includes jolly holiday sing-along, wines with seasonal bites & in-car activities for families.
SOMO Village, 1400 Valley House Drive, Rohnert Park, CA
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ROSS:
NOV. 21: Marin Art & Garden Center Holiday Pop-Up Market Place. Get a headstart on shopping for gifts.
30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Ross, CA
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SAINT HELENA:
NOV. 23-JAN. 2: Holiday Wine Barrel Tour. Online map planned.
Businesses & Homes, St. Helena, CA
DEC. 5-FEB. 7: Winter In The Wineries Passport. "Valued at over $400 in wine tastings alone!"
Participating wineries, Calistoga, Lake County, Pope Valley and St. Helena, CA
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SAN ANSELMO:
DEC. 1-17: Creative Sewing: Holiday Gifts (Ages 5-11). Great fun for youngsters as they craft, sew & wrap their gifts.
Isabel Cook Community Center, San Anselmo, CA
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SAN BRUNO:
NOV. 27-DEC. 24: Visits & Photos With Santa 2020: Shops At Tanforan. Reservations recommended.
The Shops at Tanforan, 1150 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
DEC. 5: Toys For Tots Drive-Thru, Drop-Off: Tanforan. Supports Project Pearl & Toys for Tots.
The Shops at Tanforan, 1150 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
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SAN CARLOS:
Through DEC. 11: Letters To Santa. He'll write back from the North Pole!
Drop-off or mail: Youth Center, Attn: Santa, 1001 Chestnut St., San Carlos, CA
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SAN FRANCISCO:
NOV. 20-JAN. 3: ’Tis Season for Science & Reindeer. Meet Peppermint and Cookie, the dashing reindeer duo.
California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA
NOV.-JAN. Holiday Ice Rink 2020-21: Union Square. Canceled.
Union Square Park, 333 Post St., San Francisco, CA
NOV. -JAN.: Holiday Ice Rink 2020-21: Embarcadero. Postponed.
Embarcadero Plaza, San Francisco, CA
NOV.-JAN.: Conservatory Of Flowers 'Night Bloom' -Canceled.
Golden Gate Park, 100 John F. Kennedy Drive, San Francisco, CA
NOV. 27-29: Etsy Virtual Market Hosted by the SF Etsy Street Team.
Online via SF Etsy Shop Tiny Holiday, San Francisco, CA
DEC. 4-31: A.C.T.'s 'Christmas Carol On Air' Radio Play. Two ticket levels include family-activity kits.
On-Demand Listening via American Conservatory Theater, San Francisco, CA
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, San Francisco, CA
DEC. 12: Japanese Cultural Center's Holiday Crafts Workshop. Learn to make bread-dough ornaments & origami crane wreaths.
Zoom via Japanese Cultural and Community Center, 1840 Sutter St., San Francisco, CA
DEC. 12: Taylor Mac’s 'Holiday Sauce…Pandemic!' - "A virtual vaudeville ... blends music, film, burlesque & random acts of fabulousness."
Livestream via Curran, 445 Geary St., San Francisco, CA
DEC. 24: SF Gay Men’s Chorus '[At] Home For The Holidays' Concert. "Haul out the holly and don your gay apparel."
Virtual on SFGMC TV via San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, 170 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA
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SAN JOSE:
NOV. 20-JAN. 2: Victorian Candlelight Tours: Winchester Mystery House. All-new tour is rare glimpse into alleged haunted mansion.
Winchester Mystery House, 525 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose, CA
NOV. 27-JAN. 3: Christmas In The Park - A Drive-Thru Holiday. With whimsical displays, hundreds of decorated Christmas trees & Santa!
History Park, 635 Phelan Ave., San Jose, CA
NOV.-JAN. 2021: Kristi Yamaguchi 'Downtown Ice' Holiday Skate Rink. Canceled.
120 S. Market St., San Jose, CA
DEC. 5: Makers Market in the Park - An Open Air Craft Market. Start that shopping!
Santana Row Park, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA
DEC. 12: Nutcracker: Short & Sweet 2020: Hammer Theatre. "A classical holiday ballet unique to our hometown."
Livestream via Hammer Theatre Center, 101 Paseo De San Antonio , San Jose, CA
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SAN LEANDRO:
NOV.-DEC.: Creekside Holiday Arts & Crafts Show. Local tradition will not be in-person this year, but you can still shop from artisans.
Online via Creekside Community Church, 951 MacArthur Blvd., San Leandro, CA
NOV.-DEC.: Davis Street’s Holiday Basket Program. "Helping 1,000 families and nearly 2,000 kids."
Online via Davis Street, 3081 Teagarden St.,San Leandro, CA
NOV. 27-JAN. 13: Free Holiday Lights Recycling Program. For San Leandro residents only.
Public Works Service Center, 14200 Chapman Road, San Leandro, CA
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SAN MATEO:
NOV.-JAN.: 'San Mateo On Ice' Holiday Skating Rink 2020-21. Canceled.
Central Park, 50 East Fifth Ave., San Mateo, CA
NOV. 20-DEC. 19: IlluminOdyssey Holiday Wonderland. Expected to sell out, so don't delay on tickets.
CuriOdyssey, 1651 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, CA
NOV. 20-DEC. 22: Hillsdale Tree Lighting. Show is hosted by Santa.
Online via Hillsdale Shopping Center, 60 31st Ave., San Mateo, CA
NOV. 28-DEC. 23: In-Person Gingerbread House Decorating Classes. Limited seating, so don't delay.
Hillsdale Shopping Center, 60 31st Ave., San Mateo, CA
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, San Mateo, CA
DEC.: Holiday 'Winter Wonderland' -Canceled.
Central Park, 50 East 5th Ave., San Mateo, CA
DEC.: Holiday Festival of Dance. Canceled.
San Mateo High School gym, 506 N. Delaware St., San Mateo, CA
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SAN RAFAEL:
NOV.-JAN. NorCal Holiday Ice Rink 2020-21: Northgate. Canceled.
Northgate, 5800 Northgate Mall, San Rafael, CA
NOV. 29: Marin Arts & Crafts Festival. With holiday cheer & social distancing.
West End Studio Theater Parking Lot, 1554 4th St., San Rafael, CA
DEC. 5, 6 & 15: Marin Symphony Holiday Concerts. Canceled.
Church of Saint Raphael & Marin Center Veterans' Memorial Auditorium, San Rafael, CA
DEC. 6: Guide Dogs for the Blind's Virtual Holiday Celebration. "Make being home for the holidays a real howl."
Online via Guide Dogs for the Blind, San Rafael, CA
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SAN RAMON:
Through NOV. 21: Holiday Food Drive: City Center Bishop Ranch. Supports Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano.
City Center Bishop Ranch, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA
DEC.: Bah Humbug! 5K & Kid’s Dash. Canceled.
Central Park Community Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon, CA
DEC. 10: Jim Brickman 'Comfort & Joy' Concert. Enjoy Grammy-nominated sensation & support the city.
Online via City of San Ramon, CA
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SANTA CLARA:
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, Santa Clara, CA
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SANTA CRUZ:
NOV. 20-22: Christmas Carol 2: Scrooge Strikes Back. "This year Scrooge strikes back with one night of jingle hell carnage."
Via Zoom with UCSC Theater Arts Department, Santa Cruz, CA
NOV. 27-29: Holiday Drive-In Movies: Beach Boardwalk. Three films & tickets on sale.
River Parking Lot, Corner of Beach and Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA
DEC.: 'The Santa Cruz Nutcracker: Clara's Dream' - Filmed at local landmarks.
Virtual via Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre, 2800 S. Rodeo Gulch Road, Soquel, CA
DEC. 5: Annual Holiday Home Tour. Benefits Santa Cruz Symphony & Santa Cruz County schools' music education.
Virtual via Santa Cruz Symphony League
DEC. 12: Winter Magic Show with Mike the Magician. Free, family holiday fun!
Virtual via Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Santa Cruz County, CA
DEC. 18-20: 'Nutcracker The Movie' Drive-In. Tickets on sale.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Drive-In Theater, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA
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SANTA ROSA:
NOV. 27: Drive-In Entertainment: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Tickets on sale.
Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA
NOV. 27-28 & DEC. 4-5: SRJC Theatre Arts' 'It's A Wonderful Life' - "Home-grown musical brings the heartwarming holiday tale to life."
On YouTube via Santa Rosa Junior College, 1501 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa, CA
DEC. 2, 9 & 16: Write Into Winter. Class with winter-related poems, prose, images & folklore.
Online via Santa Rosa Arts Center, Santa Rosa, CA
DEC. 11: Posada Navideña: Virtual & Free. Dance, music & song to celebrate the season.
Via Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA
DEC. 12: Holiday Concert: Pink Martini Band Members. Intimate & festive with beloved songs from around the globe.
Virtual via Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA
DEC. 31: 'Peanuts' New Year's Eve 2020: Schulz Museum. Happy New Year, Charlie Brown! With crafts & balloon drop.
Virtual via Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA
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SARATOGA:
NOV. 19-30: Yuletide Marketplace: Montalvo Arts Center. Easy one-stop for your holiday shopping!
Online via Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Road, Saratoga, CA
NOV. 21-22: Holiday Photos at Montalvo. Photographer will snap pics with stunning backdrop of historic villa.
Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Road, Saratoga, CA
DEC. 3: Wreath-Making Workshop: Montalvo Arts Center. Class sign-up includes needed materials.
On Zoom via Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Road, Saratoga, CA
DEC. 4: Holiday Drive-Thru Food Drive. Benefits West Valley Community Services.
City Hall Parking Lot, 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga, CA
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SAUSALITO:
DEC. 12: Winterfest Lighted Boat Parade. Free & COVID precautions in place.
Gabrielson Park, 750 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
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SCOTTS VALLEY:
NOV. 28: Holiday Open House Family Passport Day. Holiday "journey" with festive fun along the way.
Participating businesses, Scotts Valley, CA
DEC. 12: Winter Magic Show with Mike the Magician. Free, family holiday fun!
Virtual via Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Santa Cruz County, CA
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SEBASTOPOL:
DEC. 12-13: Holiday Home Tour & Artisan Boutique. Canceled.
Residences in and around Sebastopol, CA
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SONOMA:
DEC. 11-13: Transcendence's Broadway Holiday at Drive-In: Sonoma Raceway. Fun includes jolly holiday sing-along, wines, seasonal bites & in-car activities for families.
Sonoma Raceway, 29355 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA
DEC. 13: Teddy Bear Tea Party: Sonoma Conservatory Of Dance. Very sweet event: Save your seat.
Virtual via Sonoma Conservatory of Dance, 561 Broadway, Sonoma, CA
DEC. 18-23: Transcendence Theatre's 'Broadway Holiday' - Cozy up at home & enjoy!
Virtual via Transcendence Theatre Company, Sonoma, CA
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SOQUEL:
DEC.: 'The Santa Cruz Nutcracker: Clara's Dream' - Filmed at local landmarks.
Virtual via Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre, 2800 S. Rodeo Gulch Road, Soquel, CA
DEC. 12: Winter Magic Show with Mike the Magician. Free, family holiday fun!
Virtual via Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Santa Cruz County, CA
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SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO:
DEC. 6: Holiday Wreath-Kit Fundraiser. Place orders in advance. Fundraiser for SSF Improving Public Places Committee.
Pick-Up: Fernekes Recreation Building, 781 Tennis Drive, South San Francisco, CA
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SUISUN CITY:
DEC. 2: Fairfield-Suisun Chamber's Holiday 'Operation Cookie Drop': Travis AFB. Donate or volunteer.
Travis Air Force Base, Fairfield, CA
DEC.: Christmas On Waterfront & Boat Parade. Canceled.
Harbor Plaza, Suisun City, CA
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SUNNYVALE:
DEC. 5-6: Caltrain Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. Canceled.
Caltrain station, Sunnyvale, CA
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SUNOL:
NOV.-DEC.: Holiday Train Of Lights: Niles Canyon Railway. Canceled.
Niles Station, Fremont, CA or Sunol Depot, Sunol, CA
DEC. 6: Wreath Making At The Barn. For all ages. Registration required.
Sunol Visitor Center, 1895 Geary Road, Sunol, CA
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UNION CITY:
NOV. 30: Holiday Decorating Contest Deadline. A free, fun & friendly community competition.
Residences in Union City, CA`
DEC. 5: Zoomin' With Santa. Limited availability, so book soon.
Virtual via City of Union City, CA
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VACAVILLE:
NOV. 25: 'Christmas In My Hometown' Variety Show. The holiday tradition will go on for 15th year.
Live-streamed via Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre, 1010 Ulatis Drive, Vacaville, CA
Through DEC. 3: Annual Festival of Trees 2020 For Opportunity House. Bid on a beautiful tree or order from the bake sale!
Online via Opportunity House, 267 Bennett Hill Court, Vacaville, CA
DEC. 10: Jim Brickman Holiday Concert. Portion of proceeds benefits theater.
Online via Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre, 1010 Ulatis Drive, Vacaville, CA
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VALLEJO:
NOV. 27-JAN. 3: Holiday In Park Lights: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. Features sea lions in A Very Merry Christmas & dolphins in A Dolphin Holiday.
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, 1001 Fairgrounds Drive SW, Vallejo, CA
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WALNUT CREEK:
NOV.-JAN.: Walnut Creek On Ice. Canceled.
Civic Park, 1365 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA
NOV. 13-15: Diablo Ballet's 'Nutcracker Suite' - One afternoon includes Zoom Sugar Plum Party.
Virtual with Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek, CA
NOV. 20-DEC. 20: Holiday 'Garden Of d'Lights' 2020: Ruth Bancroft Garden. "Unlike anything else in the East Bay."
The Ruth Bancroft Garden, 1552 Bancroft Road, Walnut Creek, CA
Through NOV. 29: Take-Home Teddy Bear Tea: Gardens at Heather Farm. New twist as annual holiday teas are canceled.
The Gardens at Heather Farm, 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA
DEC. 4-6: Downtown Holiday Stroll. Ugly sweater contest, too!
Main & Locust Streets, Downtown Walnut Creek, CA
DEC. 9: Luminary Walk. Sounds amazing, plus Santa will be there.
Boundary Oak Golf Course, 3800 Valley Vista Road, Walnut Creek, CA
DEC. 15-23: 'Visit To North Pole' - "Exclusive visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus.
Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA
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WATSONVILLE:
NOV. 27 - DEC. 27: Holiday Lights Drive-Thru: Fairgrounds. Expected to sell out, so don't delay.
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 East Lake Ave., Watsonville, CA
NOV.: Holiday In Plaza & Tree Lighting. Canceled.
Main Street, Watsonville, CA
DEC. 6: Castro Adobe: Festivos en el Ranch. Canceled.
Castro Adobe State Historic Park, 184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, CA
DEC. 12: Holidays On Ranch 2020: Castro Adobe. Canceled.
Castro Adobe State Historic Park, 184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, CA
DEC. 12: Winter Magic Show with Mike the Magician. Free, family holiday fun!
Virtual via Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Santa Cruz County, CA
Through JAN. 4: 'Ho-Ho-Hometown' Holiday Contest. The more you shop & dine, the more chances to win!
Participating businesses & restaurants, Watsonville, CA
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WOODSIDE:
NOV. 21-JAN. 3: Garden Lights: Holidays at Filoli. Stroll the winter garden!
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA
DEC. 5, 12 & 19: Santa Saturdays - Holidays at Filoli. Old St. Nick will be seeing visitors in Woodland Garden Court.
Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA
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YOUNTVILLE:
NOV. 22: Holiday Town & Tree-Lighting. "Join Mayor John Dunbar and special guest, Santa Claus!"
Virtual via Facebook & Instagram
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This article originally appeared on the San Francisco Patch
