HO HO Parade takes to the streets of San Bernardino

San Bernardino Christmas

San Bernardino celebrates Christmas with multiple events spanning half a month in December. From the community HO HO Parade to Miracle on Court Street which includes a Tree Lighting Ceremony, ice skating and more, the city is Holiday Central, providing merriment for all to enjoy. 

Miracle on Court Street 

December 10-21, 2025, 5-9 p.m.

Court Street Square
349 N E Street
San Bernardino, CA
Free admission, sbcity.gov/parks    

Skate on the synthetic rink, take pictures with Holiday characters, create a Christmas craft and write a letter to Santa Claus. Comet's Cafe sells hot beverages and holiday treats.

Synthetic Ice Rink

$10 per s30-minute skate sessions, rental skates included
Registration starts 15 minutes before each session
Pre-registration  recommended 
Questions: Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department at (909) 998-2750 |  sbcity.gov/parks    

San Bernardino Tree Lighting

December 4, 2025, 5-9 p.m.

City Hall
290 N D Street
San Bernardino, CA
Free, sanbernardino.gove

 The City of San Bernardino Parks, Recreation & Community Services invites you to its Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in front of City Hall. Enjoy festive cheer with holiday music and a special guest appearance you won't want to miss!  

HO HO Parade

 December 8-11, 2025, 5-9 p.m. nightly

Free, hohoparade.com

• Monday December 8, 2025 San Bernardino Historic Train Station, 1107 W. 3rd Street  to Nunez Park 1717 W. 5th Street
• Tuesday December 9, 2025 Western Region Little League Headquarters, 6707 Little League Drive  to Wildwood Park, 536 E. 40th Street
• Wednesday December 10, 2025 Blair Park, 1466 W. Marchall Blvd. to Court Street Square, 349 N. E Street
• Thursday December 11, 2025 First Christian Church of San Bernardino, 2102 E. Foothill Blvd. to Perris Hill Senior Center / YMCA San Bernardino, 898 E. 21st Street

HO HO Parade - so what is it?

A cavalcade of cars and vehicles decorated with holiday lights, led by Santa and Mrs. Claus,  each night drives in designated routes  to entertain and delight locals and passers-by. The public can apply to participate in this community event born out of the cancellation of the once popular City of San Bernardino parade which ended in 2013.

• Approx. 35 Classic and Contemporary Cars & Vehicles decorated with lights, holiday decor, and a cast of characters. Some of last year's special guests The Grinch, Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Reindeer, Olaf and more.
• Santa and Mrs. Clause lead the way at the beginning of the motorcade which launches at 6 p.m.
• Mr. & Mrs. Claus pose for photos and give children candy canes at the starting location, beginning around 5 p.m. At 5:45 p.m. they climb into their Ford Mustang to start the Christmas journey.
• At approx. 8 p.m. Santa arrives at the final destination where he again meets with children to hear their Christmas wishes and hand out candy canes.

 

 

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.