California Events
Hotel del Coronado Community Holiday Festival, San Diego, CA
Saturday, December 7, 2024
AGOURA HILLS: Agoura Hills Holiday Boutique December 6-7, 2024. Holidays on the Hill is open Dec. 6, 4-8 p.m. and Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. with shopping, tasting, and enjoying. Location: Agoura Hills Recreation and Event Center, 29900 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills, CA. Free, agourahillscity.org
ALAMEDA: Alameda Winter Lights Celebration December 7, 2024, 5-7 p.m. at Alameda City Hall. Location: 2263 Santa Clara Ave., Alameda, CA. Free, alamedaca.gov
ALAMEDA: Christmas Tree Lane, December 7-31, 2024, an annual favorite holiday tradition for 85 years, is a community gift to the public. Free to see and experience.
ALTADENA: Altadena Christmas Tree Lane Lighting Ceremony and Winter Festival December 7, 2024, 3-9 p.m. Christmas Tree Lane on the National Register of Historic Places & California Landmark Altadena Public. Ceremony at Library 600 Mariposa Street Altadena, CA christmastreelane.net
ANAHEIM HILLS: Celebrate the Magic of the Season December 7, 2024, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Parking lot near Hobby Lobby See Santa Claus at the Anaheim Hills Festival. Location: 8020 E Santa Ana Canyon Road Anaheim, CA 92808 Free, anaheimhillsfestival.com
ANGELS CAMP: 32nd Annual Lighted Christmas Parade, Santa & Mrs. Claus meet & greet, and open house, as well as Tree Lighting. Fun starts at 5 p.m. 2024 is an old-fashioned Christmas and holiday parade with floats and parade entries making use of strings of lights to decorate.
ANTIOCH: Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting December 7, 2024. Parade at 6 p.m. Riverfront in Downtown Antioch on 2nd & G Street celebrateantioch.org
ANTIOCH: Black Diamond Ballet's The Nutcracker December 6-15, 2024 at El Campanil Theater. Location: 602 W. 2nd St. Antioch, CA $23-41, elcampaniltheatre.com
APTOS: Holiday Tree Lighting & Holiday Gift Market December 7, 2024, 1-4 p.m. Aptos Village Green Tree in front of New Leaf Aptos, CA Free, aptoschamber.com
ARCADIA: Arcadia Snow Festival December 7, 2024, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Arcadia Community Center 365 Campus Drive Arcadia, CA Free, arcadiaca.gov
ARROYO GRANDE: Art in the Park December 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Elm Street Park. Artisans from around SLO County offer jewelry, candles, music, clothing, photography, artwork and even locally grown foods for sale. Location: 1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande, CA. Free, arroyogrande.org
ATASCADERO: 23rd Annual Holiday Musical Walk Around the Lake, December 7, 2024, 5:30-9 p.m. Homes around the lake are decked out with special lighting and holiday decorations. More than 20 local choirs, bell ringers, carolers and other musical groups perform seasonal music around the lake and in the pavilion. The zoo is normally open free of charge for all families 5:30-8:30 p.m. Hot Cider and food booth hosted by the City of Atascadero. All free of charge! Parking: The primary parking areas are the zoo parking lot, baseball field lot, Freedom Veteran's memorial and pavilion lot. atascaderolake.net
ANAHEIM: Disneyland Festival of Holidays November 15, 2024-January 6, 2025. Christmas Fantasy Parade is back along with Haunted Mansion's Nightmare Before Christmas, It's a Small World Christmas-themed ride, festive costumes, towering Christmas trees for photos, great fan merchandise, gifts, and candy and sweets decorated like Mickey Mouse. Location: 1313 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA. $Tickets, disneyland.com
ATWATER: Razzari Ice Skating Center November 15, 2024-January 5, 2025 in Old Town Atwater. Seasonal ice skating rink offers affordable holiday fun.
AUBURN: Auburn Festival of Lights Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30-7 p.m. 2024 theme is "A Night of Twinkling Lights" Cherry Ave. & Lincoln Way Auburn, CA auburnchamber.net /festival-of-lights
AUBURN: Placer Theatre Ballet Nutcracker December 6-15, 2024. Location: Placer Theatre, 275 Orange Street, Auburn, CA. $20-30, placertheatreballet.org
AZUSA: Azusa Christmas Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 4-8 p.m. at Azusa City Hall (front lawn). Location: 213 E. Foothill Blvd. Azusa, CA ci.azusa.ca.us
AVALON: Catalina Tree Lighting and day of holiday fun, 12-8 p.m. Downtown.
BAKERSFIELD: CALM Zoo Holiday Lights November 30, 2024-January 4, 2025, 5:30 p.m. Stroll through millions of lights in holiday-themed lands featuring over 200 displays. $18, calmholidaylights.org .
BALDWIN PARK: Baldwin Park Holiday Parade December 7, 2024, 10 a.m. at Baldwin Park Boulevard and Olive Street, head south toward Morgan Park. Free, baldwinpark.com
BELMONT SHORE: 40th Annual Belmont Shore Christmas Parade, December 7, 2024, 6-9 p.m. Theme is Holiday Tradition. Location: 2nd Street between Bayshore & Livingston Belmont Shore, CA belmontshore.org
BERKELEY: Berkeley Artisans Holiday Craft Fair December 6-7, 2024. 100 Artists & Craftspeople Open Their Workshops & Galleries to the Public See: eastbayopenstudios.com
BISHOP: Christmas Parade & Street of Lights December 7, 2024, 4:30-6 p.m. 2024 theme is Saluting the past and celebrating the future Park Avenue and Highway 395 Bishop, CA bishopvisitor.com
BISHOP: Tree Lighting Ceremony after annual holiday parade. Begins around 5:30 p.m.
BLUE JAY: Blue Jay Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 2 p.m. Our House is a very, very, very Fine House. The streets close off at 1 p.m. and the parade kicks off at 2 p.m. Expect floats, music and holiday cheer. BlueJayParade.com
BOULDER CREEK: Santa Cruz County - Boulder Creek Tree Lighting Ceremony December 7, 2024, 1-6 p.m. Forest Street Boulder Creek, CA bcba.net
BRENTWOOD: Brentwood on Ice November 22, 2024-January 5, 2025 across from City Hall on 2nd Street celebrates its 8th season in Contra Costa County. $17, brentwoodonice.com
BUENA PARK: Knott's Berry Farm Christmas November 22, 2024-January 5, 2025. Enjoy Christmas Crafts Village, Snoopy's Night Before Christmas Ice Show, Santa's Christmas Cabin photos, Home for the Holidays musical production and seasonal foods, plus all the great rides in one awesome day & night. Location: 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA. $60-up, knotts.com
BURLINGAME: Winter Fest Market December 7-8, 2024 at Burlingame Community Center, 850 Burlingame Ave. burlingame.org
CALISTOGA: Lighted Tractor Parade December 7, 2024, 7-8 p.m. in Downtown Calistoga. Over 10,000 people show up for this illuminating, annual event that welcomes the holiday with charm. Free, visitcalistoga.com
CAMPBELL: Carol of Lights December 7, 2024, 4 p.m. in Downtown Campbell
CARLSBAD: Holiday at the Rancho 5-8 p.m. at Leo Carillo Ranch Historical Park. Tree Lighting, decorate cookies, train rides, crafts, music and holiday fun. Movie at 6 p.m. Location: 6200 Flying Leo Carillo Lane, Carlsbad, CA. $10, carlsbadca.gov
CHERRY VALLEY: Winterfest
December 6-7, 2024 at
Noble Creek Regional Park. Location: 650 West Oak Valley Parkway,
Beaumont, CA 92223. Admission if free (hay rides & snow hill $5) bcvparks.com
CHICO: Stansbury Home Victorian Christmas December 6-8, 2024, 307 W 5th St. Chico, CA 95928 $6, facebook.com/stansburyhome
CARLSBAD: Holidays at Legoland California November 23, 2024-January 5, 2025 | Fireworks on December 7, 14, and 21- 30, 2024. Meet Lego characters, see the Lego Christmas Tree made of 360,000 Lego & Duplo bricks, life-size Lego reindeer & Santa, hear the Brass Band, and enjoy the fun. Location: One Legoland Drive Carlsbad, CA $79-94, legoland.com/california
CHICO: Chico Ice Rink in the Plaza November 15, 2024-January 12, 2025 in City Plaza features events like Ugly Sweater, Barbie, Adult Skate and Silent Disco. $5-25, chicorec.gov/chico-ice-rink
CHINO: City of Chino Tree Lighting Ceremony December 7, 2024, 4 p.m. at Chino City Hall Lawn. Location: 13220 Central Avenue, Chino, CA. Free, cityofchino.org
CHOWCHILLA: Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony December 7, 2024, 5-9:30 p.m. Parade begins at 5:30 p.m. at Robertson Blvd. - Front to 7th Street. After the parade, the tree lighting in Veterans Memorial Park should take place around 6:45 p.m. Free, cityofchowchilla.org
CLAREMONT: Inland Pacific Ballet The Nutcracker December 7-8, 2024 at Claremont Bridges Auditorium. Location: Pomona College, 450 N. College Way, Claremont, CA. $67-95, pomona.edu
CLEARLAKE: Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 6 p.m. Starts at Redbud Park along Lakeshore Drive. Free, clearlake.ca.us
CLOVIS: Children's Electric Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 6:30 p.m. in Old Town Clovis. Route: Rodeo Grounds staging; Clovis Ave., right on 9th Street, right on Pollasky Ave., right on 3rd Street, right on Clovis Ave. ending at 5th Street intersection. Free shuttle 5-8:30 p.m. from Sierra Vista Mall. facebook.com/otckiwanis
CONCORD: Ice at the Veranda November 9, 2024-February 2025 at The Veranda shopping mall. Come glide on Ice at The Veranda with open-air shopping, dining and entertainment.
CORNING: A Whoville Hometown Christmas Lighted Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30-7 p.m. Held first Saturday in December each year Downtown Corning. Location: Solano Street between 3rd and Houghton Ave., Corning, CA. Free, corningcachamber.org
CORONA DEL MAR: Nights of 1000 Lights December 5-22, 2024, 5-9 p.m. at Sherman Library and Gardens. Light displays, live music, Santa and hot chocolate & s'mores. $50, slgardens.org
CORONADO: Skating by the Sea November 21, 2024-January 5, 2025 at Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. is one of the most scenic seaside ice skating rinks in the U.S. Public invited. $, hoteldel.com
COSTA MESA: Costa Mesa Nutcracker for Kids December 7, 2024, 10 & 11:30 a.m. Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall 615 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Ticket: $75-150 (714) 755-5799 pacificsymphony.org
COSTA MESA: Winter Fest OC November 22, 2024-January 5, 2025 at Orange County Fair & Event Center. Snow, ice tubing, ice skating, rides, fire pits and more. Location: 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA. $35-110, winterfestoc.com
COSTA MESA: Piecemakers Christmas Festival December 7, 2024, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 70 hand-picked vendors offering crafted clothing, gifts and home decor, plus antiques and collectibles. Held in Piecemakers Country Store's tree lined parking lot, it has the feel of a vintage Currier & Ives scene! In addition, there is live music, children's activities and great food booths. Location: Piecemakers Country Store, 1720 Adams Ave, Costa Mesa, CA. Free admission and parking, piecemakers.com
DANA POINT: Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights December 13-15, 2024. Holiday Lights Cruise December 6-7, 20-21, 2024; Boat Ride with Santa December 7-8, 2024, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: Dana Point Harbor by the Water's Edge 34555 Golden Lantern Dana Point, CA danapointharbor.com
DIAMOND BAR: Winter Snow Fest Saturday, December 7, 2024, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at Pantera Park.100 tons of snow for three snow hills, a snow play area, a children's crafts area, game, food and information booths, a craft fair and lots of fun! Flurry the sledding penguin will be available for photos! Children are encouraged to wear gloves and closed-toed shoes. Also, waivers will need to be signed before sledding. Location: 738 Pantera Drive, Diamond Bar, CA. diamondbarca.gov
DINUBA: Christmas around the World City of Dinuba Electric Light Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m. Location: East Tulare Street, Dinuba, CA. Free, instagram.com/ cityofdinuba/
DISCOVERY BAY: Discovery Bay Parade of Lights 6-8 p.m. with Santa afterwards. Super Heroes & Magic is 2024 theme. Discovery Bay, CA 94505-9134 dbyc.com
EL CENTRO: 78th Annual Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Parade begins at Main & 12th St. and heads East on Main, then turns South on 8th St., and ends at 8th & Aurora Dr. Downtown El Centro El Centro, CA elcentrochamber.org
ELK GROVE: Illumination Holiday Festival December 7, 2024, 3-8 p.m. includes Holiday of Lights Parade followed by Elk Grove Holiday tree lighting ceremony.
ENCINITAS: Encinitas Holiday Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m. after Holiday Tree Lighting. 2024 theme is: Creativity in Motion
ENCINITAS: Holiday Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 5 p.m. before parade.
ENCINITAS: Lightscape November 15, 2024-January 5, 2025, 5-8:30 p.m. at San Diego Botanic Garden includes over one million lights in artistic installations along a one-mile, easily walkable garden path. $26-34 general admission, sdbg.org
FALLBROOK: Festival of Lights Fallbrook Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 5-7 p.m. on Main Avenue Downtown. Lighted floats, bands playing holiday music, cheer groups and more! Free, fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org
FELTON: Holiday Lights Train November 29-December 23, 2024. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights. $, roaringcamp.com
FOLSOM: Folsom Zoo Wild Nights, Holiday Lights December 6-22, 2024. Nighttime lights experience illuminates Folsom's beloved Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary. Location: $10; $6 optional Starlight Express Train Ride, folsomzoofriends.org
FONTANA: Underwater Pictures with Santa, December 7, 2024, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: Fontana Park Aquatics Center Address: 15610 Summit Ave. Fontana, CA 92336 Cost: $5 or new, unwrapped toy donation. Must reserve your spot: fontana.org
FOUNTAIN VALLEY: Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 4:30-8 p.m. at Fountain Valley Sports Park
FOUNTAIN VALLEY: The Christmas Creche December 6-8, 2024, 6-9 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Living Nativity, local school choirs and bands performing holiday concerts, free donuts and a room of Christmas creches to admire. Location: 17500 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley, CA. Free, thecrecheoc.com
FREMONT: Twilight Time Holiday Open House at the Patterson House December 6-22, 2024, 4:30-8 p.m. Location: Ardenwood Historic Farm, Fremont 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Fremont, CA 94555 $, fremont.gov
FREMONT: Christmas Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 5 p.m. at Mission San Jose Courtyard. Christmas Carols, Refreshments including hot chocolate, coffee, and Christmas Cookies, and Santa Claus arrives by Fremont Station Four Fire Truck. Location: 43571 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA. Free, msjchamber.org/christmas-tree-lighting
FRESNO: Holiday Sweets & Winter Treats at Kearney Mansion Museum November 29, 2024-January 5, 2025, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays $12, valleyhistory.org
FRESNO: IllumiNature November 26, 2024-January 31, 2025 at Fresno Chaffee Zoo is a special holiday event featuring lighted lantern displays that entertain and amaze! $, fresnochaffeezoo.org
GARDEN GROVE: Garden Grove Winter in the Grove Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 3-7 p.m. in the Village Green Park, Garden Grove Community Services Department's annual Winterfest celebration includes 50 tons of snow for sledding and play! Holiday festivities include crafts, inflatables, carnival games, train rides, music and more. Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Food is for sale. Location: 12732 Main Street, Garden Grove, CA. ggcity.org/ winterinthegrove
GILROY: Downtown Holiday Festival Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 5 p.m. on Monterey Road
GILROY: Santa's lighting the Christmas Tree takes place downtown at the Holiday Festival after the Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 6:30 p.m. Be there!
GILROY: North Pole Nights at Gilroy Gardens theme park November 29-December 30, 2024 includes Ice Skating, Santa's Workshop, Rudy's Roadtrip, Tinsel's Groove Train, Lighting Displays, stage shows and more. $40-50, gilroygardens.org
GLENDALE: Montrose-Glendale Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 6:10 p.m.
HANFORD: Winter Wonderland Ice Skating November 23, 2024- January 12, 2025 at Civic Park, Downtown Hanford. Make it a date with the family and friends for fun holiday ice skating. $, hanfordwinterwonderland.com
HEALDSBURG: Sunset Series, 4-6 p.m. at MacRostie Estate House Location: MacRostie Estate House, 4605 Westside Road, Healdsburg, CA. macrostiewinery.com (707) 473-9303 Vineyard views, meal by pop-up Sonoma County chefs Brunch Boys, live music, and perfectly paired wines, plus a professional engraver personalizing large-format bottles, perfect for gifting or entertaining holiday guests. Menu: Braised Lamb and Honeynut Squash Tamales, served with Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Tomatillo Salsa American Lamb Shoulder braised in MacRostie Pinot Noir, Masienda Corn Masa, Honeynut Squash Chipotle or Vegetarian. $75, macrostiewinery.com or (707) 473-9303
HERMOSA BEACH: Hermosa Beach Sandpipers Holiday Homes Tour December 6-8, 2024, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Fri.&Sat.; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sun. $40, sandpipers.org | holiday homes
HUNTINGTON BEACH: A Christmas Carol presented by ACTS Drama Group December 6-15, 2024 at Calvary Chapel of the Harbour, 4121 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, CA Free admission, free beverages & cookies, ccoth.com | carol
HUNTINGTON BEACH: Christmas at the Beach Santa with games, pictures with Beach Santa and more, free 3-6 p.m. at Bolsa Chica State Beach. Free, but parking is approx. $20.
HUNTINGTON BEACH: Ballet Repertory Theatre's The Nutcracker December 7-24, 2024 at Golden West College Mainstage Theater. Location: 15751 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA. Box office (714) 895-8150 x1 $30, gwctheater.com
HUNTINGTON BEACH: Ballet E'tudes The Nutcracker December 7-15, 2024 at Huntington Beach High School Auditorium. Location: 1905 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: $, balletetudes.com
INDIO: Tamale Festival December 7-8, 2024. Billed as world's largest tamale fest, enjoy eating tons of tamales as well as listening to bands, seeing a car show and entering contests such as Tamale Eating Contest and Best Tamale Recipe.
IRVINE: Irvine Spectrum Holiday Ice Rink November 1, 2024-January 5, 2025 next to the Giant Wheel. Skating, shopping and dining all in one place! Location: 71 Fortune Drive, Irvine, CA. $25, irvinespectrumcenter.com
IRVINE: Festival Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker December 7-24, 2024 at Irvine Barclay Theatre. Location: 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA. $50-120 approx. thebarclay.org
ISLETON: Lighted Boat Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m. Marina West Yacht Club - MWYC / Oxbow Marina Location: Oxbow Marina Resort, 100 Oxbow Marina Drive, Isleton, CA. marinawestyachtclub.com | boat parades
KELSEYVILLE: Christmas in the Country December 7, 2024, 5:30-8:30 p.m. downtown parade
KING CITY: Bethlehem Experience December 7, 2024, 1-4 p.m. Musical Christmas Story, Games, Food, Live Animals, Crafts, Market Stalls, Photo Booth. All ages welcome. Location: The Redtail Ranch, 53060 Pine Canyon Rd., King City, CA. Free, kingcitychamber.com
KINGSBURG: Santa Lucia Festival of Lights Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m. on Draper Street is an annual celebration in the Swedish Village of Kingsburg held on the first Saturday in December. Free, kingsburgchamber.com
LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE: Enchanted Forest of Light November 17, 2024-January 5, 2025 features an after-dark, mile-long walkthrough of holiday lights in Descanso Gardens, a unique Southern California botanic garden that's magical during the day, and mesmerizing at night. $22, descansogardens.org
LAGUNA NIGUEL: Tree Lighting Ceremony December 7, 2024, 5-8 p.m. at City Hall
LA HABRA: 10th annual La Habra Tamale Festival December 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. on Euclid Street between La Habra Blvd. & Bridenbecker Ave., La Habra, CA. Free admission, lahabratamalefestival.com
LA HABRA: City Holiday Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m., at Portola Park. Held in conjunction with the Tamale Festival. All are welcome to attend! Performing Opportunities If your choral group or band is interested in performing at the Holiday Tree Lighting, please contact Bernard Nolen at 562-383-4200. Free, lahabraca.gov
LAKE ELSINORE: Lake Elsinore Night of Lights Parade December 7, 2024, 5:15 p.m. | Winterfest 3-8 p.m. 2024 theme is A Magical Christmas Night Downtown Lake Elsinore Main Street Lake Elsinore, California 92530 Free to see, lake-elsinore.org
LAKE FOREST: Heritage Hill Candlelight Walk December 6-8, 2024, 5-9 p.m. at Heritage Hill Historical Park, 25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest, CA. Event & parking are free! ocparks.com/heritagehill
LAMONT: Lamont Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 10 a.m. 2024 theme is "With Pride and a Future" Downtown Lamont Wharton Ave. Lamont, CA lamontparade@gmail.com or 661-845-2724
LEMOORE: A Very Merry Disney Christmas Lemoore Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 6 p.m. in Downtown Lemoore. Location: Fox & D St. Lemoore, CA Free to see, downtownlemoore.com/ holiday-events
LIVERMORE: Livermore Holiday Sights & Sounds Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 6-8:30 p.m. First Street at McLeod Livermore, CA livermoredowntown.com
LIVERMORE: Livermore Holiday Sights & Sounds Parade December 7, 2024, 6-8:30 p.m. First Street at McLeod Livermore, CA livermoredowntown.com
LOS ALAMITOS: Winter Wonderland Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 4-7:30 p.m. atSt. Isidore Historical Plaza 10961 Reagan Street and Pine, Los Alamitos, CA Free, cityoflosalamitos.org
LOS ANGELES: Meet Me Under the Mistletoe with West Coast Singers December 7, 2024 at First Christian Church of North Hollywood. Songs for the holidays. Location: 4390 Colfax Avenue, Studio City, CA 91604. westcoastsingers.org
LOS ANGELES: Pershing Square Holiday Ice Skating Rink November 21, 2024-January 12, 2025. Sharpen your blades and skills or just go to chill with themed events and great music. $25, holidayicerinkdowntownla.com
LOS BANOS: Toys, Trains and Candycanes! Los Banos Christmas Parade, December 7, 2024, 6 p.m. Downtown on 6th Street. Also see Christmas in the Plaza Tree Lighting with food vendors, crafts and gifts for sale, entertainment and more. facebook.com/ losbanoschamberofcommerce
LOS GATOS: Fantasy Lights Walk Through December 7-8, 2024. Extremely popular drive-through holiday display at Vasona Lake Park sells quickly. $17 general, parks.sccgov.org
LOS GATOS: Los Gatos Children's Holiday Parade December 7, 2024, 11 a.m., rain or shine event Parade route: North Santa Cruz Ave. and Main Street where it ends at Church Street. Free, lgsrecreation.org
LOS OLIVOS: Los Olivos Olde Fashioned Christmas Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 2-7 p.m. at The Flagpole Start the holiday season by experiencing an Olde Fashioned Christmas produced by Los Olivos Chamber of Commerce! The town tree lighting is in the middle of town at 6 p.m., rain or shine! Los Olivos Businesses Offer Special Holiday Cheer During Extended Hours. Los Olivos, CA Free, losolivosca.com
INDIO: Coachella Valley Magic of Lights Drive Thru November 19-December 29, 2024, 5:30 p.m. at Empire Polo Club. Holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Location: 81800 Avenue 51, Indio, CA. $15-40, magicoflights.com
MARYSVILLE: Marysville Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 2-8 p.m. Downtown Marysville Marysville, CA facebook.com/ marysvillechristmasparade/
MODESTO: Celebration of Lights Parade begins at 5:30 p.m. in downtown Modesto. Free, modestogov.com
MENDOCINO: Kelly House Museum Holiday Fun December 7, 2024, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Suggested donation: $5, kelleyhousemuseum.org
MERCED: Merced Hometown Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 2 p.m. Cowboy Christmas is 2024 theme Bob Hart Square Main Street between G & N Streets Merced, CA
MILLBRAE: Millbrae Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 5-7 p.m. at Millbrae City Hall. Come see the "stars" on the tree and in the sky as the beautiful holiday tree is lit for all to enjoy! Location: Constitution Square, 621 Magnolia Avenue, Millbrae, CA. Free, ci.millbrae.ca.us
MONTEREY: Skating by the Bay November 22-December 31, 2024 at Custom House Plaza. $20 includes skate rental, iceskatingbythebay.com
MORRO BAY: Morro Bay Lighted Boat Parade & Santa House December 7, 2024, 6:30-8 p.m. approx. time. South T-Pier and Embarcadero. Presented by Morro Bay Yacht Club Morro Bay, CA. mbyc.net
MOUNTAIN VIEW: Christmas at Our House December 6-7, 2024. On Friday guests enjoy a Boutique. | Saturday 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. features Boutique Cookies and Coffee Cart, High Tea and Student Performers. sfhs.com | holiday homes
MURRIETA: Tree Lighting Holiday Magic Vendor Fair, Ceremony & Festival of Trees December 7, 2024, 5-8 p.m. Town Square Park, 13 Town Square, Murrieta, CA murrietaca.gov
NEWPORT BEACH: Crystal Cove Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar December 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Tree Program 3-5:30 p.m. at Crystal Cove State Park Newport Beach, CA crystalcove.org
NOVATO: Novato Tree Lighting Ceremony December 7, 2024, 4-7:30 p.m. Downtown Novato Grant & Sherman Novato, CA Free to see, downtownnovato.com
NOVATO: City of Novato's Holiday Crafts Faire December 6-7, 2024 at Margaret Todd Senior Center. Over 60 booths with handmade crafts including jewelry, ceramics, specialty foods, wreaths, ornaments, bath and body products and more, plus entertainment throughout the event and food available (some vendors may request cash payment.) Open Friday 6-9p; Saturday 10a-4p. Location: 1560 Hill Road, Novato, CA. Free admission, novato.org/ holidaycraftsfaire
NOVATO: Marin Ballet Nutcracker December 7-8, 2024, 1 & 5 p.m. Novato High School - Marin School of the Arts Theater 625 Arthur Street Novato, CA $32.49-55.59, marinballet.org
OAKLAND: Temple Hill Days of Christmas November 29-December 31, 2024. A beacon for spectacular holiday lights, Christmas concerts, theatrical performances, nativity and creche presentations on panoramic Temple Hill. Free, templehill.org
OAKLAND: Oakland Lighted Yacht Parade "Merry Estuary" December 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m. 48th annual parade presented by Oakland Yacht Club and Encinal Yacht Club. Free, lightedyachtparade.com
OAKLAND: Oakland Zoo Glowfari November 8, 2024-January 6, 2025, 5-9 p.m. The Wildly Illuminating Lantern Festival features wading wildlife along Africa's Nile River, ancient Egyptian structures, dinosaurs, barnyard animals and Avian Odyssey train ride. Advanced ticket purchase required: $26-41 adult, oaklandzoo.org
OXNARD: Ventura County Ballet Company Nutcracker December 7-8, 2024 Oxnard Performing Arts Center 800 Hobson Way Oxnard, CA $20-50, venturacountyballet.com | theopac.org
OAKLAND: Oakland Christmas Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 5:45-8 p.m. Jack London Square 10 Washington St. Oakland, CA jacklondonsquare.com
OXNARD: Oxnard Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Holidays on the Coast is 2024 parade theme Parade route: A, 5th and C Streets in Downtown Oxnard. oxnarddowntowners.org
OXNARD: Oxnard Tamale Festival December 7, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Free, oxnard.gov/ event/ tamale-festival
PACIFIC PALISADES: Holiday Stroll December 7, 2024, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Palisades Village transforms into a magical holiday wonderland! Tree Lighting 5 p.m. Caruso's Palisades Village, 15225 Palisades Village Lane, Pacific Palisades, CA. Free, PalisadesVillageCA.com
PALM SPRINGS: Festival of Lights Parade December 7, 2024, 5:45-10 p.m. Parade route: Palm Canyon Drive between Ramon and Tachevah Roads palmspringsca.gov | psfestivaloflights.com Consistently voted one of the best local events in Coachella Valley!
PALOS VERDES PENINSULA: Astra Lumina, An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst The Stars at South Coast Botanic Garden November 9-December 15, 2024, 5-10 p.m. Celestial, multisensory experience features out-of-this-world light sculptures. $35-65, southcoastbotanicgarden.org
PARADISE: Paradise Truck Parade of Lights & Canned Food Drive December 7, 2024, 6:30-7:30 p.m. approx. Route: Begins at Thomas Ace Hardware corner of Pearson and Clark, Paradise CA facebook.com
PARADISE: Tree Lighting Ceremony December 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m. at Terry Ashe Park and Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway, Paradise, CA. Free, paradiseprpd.com
PASADENA: South Lake Avenue Holidayfest December 7, 2024, 12-6 p.m. at The Shops on Lake Avenue. Concerts with great bands, free Santa photo opps, prizes, and holiday celebrating. Location: 345 S. Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA. Free, southlakeavenue.org
PASADENA: 57th Annual Look In Holiday Home Tour December 7-8, 2024, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. See 4 elegant homes decorated for the holidays. $48, pasadenaholidaylookin.org | holiday homes
PASADENA: Los Angeles Ballet - The Nutcracker December 6-8, 2024 at Pasadena Civic Auditorium, Pasadena, CA. $, losangelesballet.org
PASO ROBLES: Paso Robles Holiday Light Parade December 7, 2024, 6-8 p.m. 2024 theme is Sleigh Bells Ring, Are You Listening? Downtown Paso Robles 12th & Spring Streets Paso Robles, CA Free, pasoroblesdowntown.org
PERRIS: Southern California Railway Polar Express November 20-December 31, 2024. Family adventure on a magical train ride complete with dancing chefs, caroling, cookies and cocoa, re-creates the classic children's story. $84.25 general admission, socalrailway.org
PETALUMA: Holiday Lighted Boat Parade December 7, 2024, 6-8 p.m. travels Petaluma River Turning Basin Petaluma, CA petalumayachtclub.com or visitpetaluma.com
PINOLE: Pinole Tree Lighting Ceremony December 7, 2024, 3-5:30 p.m. at Fernandez Park. Lots of fun activities for all ages but especially for children. Location: San Pablo & Tennent Ave. Pinole, CA Free, public invited, pinole.gov
PLEASANTON: Hometown Holiday Celebration Tree Lighting & Parade December 7, 2024, 5 p.m. Activities, crafts, music, performances, and the annual lighting of the holiday tree and the big parade Free, cityofpleasantonca.gov
POMONA: Imaginarium at Fairplex November 22, 2024-January 5, 2025. Over 5 million lights in colorful displays, holiday foods and Cirque performances stir the imagination in this all ages, limited engagement. Location: Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. $28-up, imaginarium360.com/fairplex/
POMONA: Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show December 6-8, 2024 at Fairplex. Live entertainment, strolling entertainers, crafting demonstrations, contests, and a Kidzone. Location: 1101 West McKinley Avenue Pomona, CA $5 admission, $18 parking, harvestfestival.com
PORTERVILLE: Zalud House Old Fashioned Christmas Candlelight Tours December 6, 7, 13, 14, 2024, 6-8 p.m. Built in 1891, the Zalud House is one of few museums in the nation that is furnished entirely with the original owners' possessions. Location: 393 N. Hockett St., Porterville, CA. $3 no reservation needed, ci.porterville.ca.us
REDDING: Redding Christmas Parade Saturday, December 7, 2024, 6-8 p.m. California Christmas is the 2024 theme | Grand Marshal is Larry Olmstead, United Way President & CEO. Parade route: Runs along California Street from Tehama Street to Sacramento Street. The parade turns left on Sacramento Street to Pine Street and then left on Pine to Yuba Street. reddingchristmasparade.com
REDDING: Garden of Lights November 22, 2024-January 5, 2025 at McConnell Arboretum. Walk on the world-famous Sundial Bridge to the the Arboretum where over one million animated lights are on display select nights. $20-25, reddinggardenoflights.org
REDWOOD CITY: Hometown Holidays Parade & Tree Lighting are events during the day-long holiday celebration that artisan vendors, pictures with Santa, entertainment, beer & wine garden, food tents and food trucks.
REDWOOD CITY: Academy of American Ballet Nutcracker December 7-8, 2024 at Canada College Theater. Location: 4200 Farm Hill Blvd. Redwood City, CA Cost: $20-52.54, americanballet.com
RIALTO: Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Includes the popular Snow Hill ($5-7 wristband) to play on for those who rarely see snow and don't know what it is!
RIVERSIDE: Mission Inn Festival of Lights November 23, 2024 - January 6, 2025. The National Historic Landmark dazzles with millions of holiday lights in Christmas displays called one of the best in the U.S. Free, missioninn.com
ROHNERT PARK: Rohnert Park Holiday Lights Celebration December 7, 2024, 6-8 p.m. Rain or Shine! Community Center Complex 5401 Snyder Lane Rohnert Park, CA Free, rohnertparkchamber.org
ROSEVILLE: Roseville Holiday Parade December 7, 2024, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in Downtown Roseville. Parade is 11 a.m. on Vernon. sylviabesanaparade.org
ROSEVILLE: Tree Grove on the Square December 4-13, 2024. Vernon Town Square Roseville, CA Free, roseville.ca.us
SACRAMENTO: Imaginarium November 22, 2024-January 5, 2025 at Cal Expo. Some exciting, new twists at the largest holiday light show in Northern California! Location: 1600 Exposition Blvd., Sacramento, CA. $25-up, imaginarium360.com
SACRAMENTO: Capital City Yacht Club Lighted Boat Parade December 7, 2024, 6-9 p.m. 3365 South River Road West Sacramento, CA 95691 sacyc.com
SACRAMENTO: Theatre of Lights November 27-December 24, 2024 performed from a balcony overlooking the the streets of Old Town. Based on Clement Clarke Moore's classic Christmas poem 'Twas the night before Christmas. Free, oldsacramento.com
SACRAMENTO: Sacramento Sacred Heart 50th annual Holiday Home Tour December 6-8, 2024. Visit five magnificent, holiday-decorated homes in Sacramento's Fabulous Forties neighborhood. $40, $35 senior, sacredhearthometour.com | holiday homes
SACRAMENTO: Holiday Hits with a Splash of Sass! with Sacramento Gay Chorus December 6-7, 2024 at Memorial Auditorium. The chorus sings traditional seasonal favorites t plus showstoppers. Location: 1515 J Street, Sacramento, CA. $35-50, sacgaymenschorus.com
SALINAS: Streets of Bethlehem December 5-8, 2024, 6-8 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Salinas 1130 San Vincente Avenue Salinas, CA 93901 Free admission, streetsofbethlehem.com
SAN ANSELMO: Indiana Jones statue (right) with town tree. Imagination Park where the
tree lighting is held, was donated to the community by "Star Wars" creator and San Anselmo resident George Lucas.
SAN ANSELMO: San Anselmo Tree Lighting Lighting Ceremony Saturday, December 7, 2024, 5-7 p.m. Imagination Park 535 San Anselmo Avenue townofsananselmo.org
SAN BERNARDINO: Inland Dance Theatre's The Nutcracker December 6-8, 2024 at California Theatre of the Performing Arts. Location: 562 W. 4th St., San Bernardino, CA. Tickets: $20-50 approx., Call (909) 885-8263 californiatheatre.net
SAN DIEGO: A Christmas Carol November 29-December 24, 2024 at Old Town Cygnet Theatre. Location: 4040 Twiggs St. San Diego, CA 92110 $, cygnettheatre.com | carol
SAN DIEGO: Ocean Beach Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting annual celebration on Newport Avenue the first Saturday in December. December 7, 2024, 5-7 p.m. "Hippie Holiday Hoedown" is the theme
SAN DIEGO: Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village Saturday, December 7, 2024, 4-8 p.m. Piazza Natale on the corner of W. Date & India Streets littleitalysd.com
SAN DIEGO: Balboa Park December Nights Festival, December 6-7, 2024. Friday 3-11 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. The park's biggest free celebration of the year! Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado. Free admission, fees for food, shopping, balboapark.org/decembernights/
SAN DIMAS: San Dimas Holiday Extravaganza Parade, Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 3-9 p.m. Holiday Parade 4 p.m.; Festival 10 Tons Snow, Food, Beer Garden 5 p.m.; Tree Lighting 6 p.m. Location: Downtown San Dima, Bonita Avenue & Walker House, 121 N. San Dimas Ave., San Dimas, CA. sandimasca.gov
SAN FRANCISCO: Union Square Ice Rink November 6, 2024-January 20, 2025. Themed days and special events add to the fun.
SAN FRANCISCO: Holiday Spectacular with San Francisco's Gay Men's Chorus 3:30 & 8 p.m. at Sydney Goldstein Theater. 90 minutes filled with festive cheer from more than 150 men of the Chorus. Location: 275 Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA. $25-up, sfgmc.org
SAN FRANCISCO: San Francisco Ballet Nutcracker December 6-29, 2024 at War Memorial Opera House. Helgi Tomasson's Nutcracker with Artistic Director Tamara Rojo and accompaniment by SF Ballet Orchestra. Location: 301 Van Ness Ave. San Francisco, CA $49-395, approx., sfballet.org
SAN FRANCISCO: The Great Dickens Christmas Fair November 23-December 22, 2024, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Cow Palace. Eat, drink and be merry at this huge Victorian party with characters you'll remember from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Guests are encouraged to come in costume. $33-up, dickensfair.com
SAN FRANCISCO: Union Street Fantasy of Lights December 7, 2024, 3-6 p.m. Family oriented festival featuring arts & crafts, live music, great food, entertainment, children's activities and more. Location: Union Street between Van Ness & Steiner, Fillmore Street from Union to Lombard San Francisco, CA Free, unionstreetsf.com
SAN GABRIEL: Pasadena Dance Theatre The Nutcracker December 7-8, 2024 at San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. Location: 320 South Mission Drive, San Gabriel, CA. $25-75, missionplayhouse.0rg
SANGER: Sanger Toyland Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Parade route: begins at 12th and Academy Brehler Square Sanger, CA sanger.org
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA: Holiday in Lights Parade December 7, 2027, 6 p.m. on Third Street in charming San Juan Bautista.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA: Living History Day (first Saturday) 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at San Juan Bautista State Historic Park. Docents bring the past to life in Victorian attire, and dressed as Mountain Men, and Pioneer women. Watch the skills and demonstrations of early craftsmen. Enjoy an old-fashioned soda in the family-friendly saloon. Location: 19 Franklin St., San Juan Bautista, CA. $, 17 and under Free, parks.ca.gov
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: Tree Lighting Celebration, 4 p.m. at Historic Town Center Park. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. with preshow entertainment, followed by a musical holiday production. The tree lighting begins at 5:45 p.m. followed by a variety of holiday activities. Free special event trolley services offered. Free, sanjuancapistrano.org
SAN LUIS OBISPO: Nature Nights November 22-December 28, 2024, 5-8 p.m., at San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden. Stunning lighting exhibitions and art throughout eight acres of gardens, live music each night, local culinary treats, plus regional wine and beer for sale. Location: 3450 Dairy Creek Rd. San Luis Obispo, CA. $28, slobg.org
SAN MATEO: Peninsula Ballet Theatre's Nutcracker Sweet December 7-8, 2024, 12:30, 2:30 & 4:30 p.m. Nutcracker Sweet (abridged version of The Nutcracker ideal for ages 3-6 years & families) Peninsula Lively Arts 1880 S. Grant St. San Mateo , CA Prices $35-45, peninsulaballet.org
SAN PEDRO: Los Angeles Harbor Holiday Afloat Parade December 7, 2024, 6-8 p.m. laharborholidayafloat.com
SAN RAFAEL: Lighted Boat Parade December 7, 2024, line forms 5:30 p.m. Parade at 6 p.m. marinyachtclub.com facebook.com/SanRafaelLightedBoatParade/ Several yacht clubs (San Rafael Yacht Club, Loch Lomond Yacht Club (lochlomondyachtclub.com), Marin Yacht Club and Classic Yacht Association) come together to create a holiday spectacle seen along the banks of San Rafael Creek from these locations:
SANTA BARBARA: ZooLights November 13, 2024-January 12, 2025, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Santa Barbara Zoo. Walk through the Zoo to see thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED bulbs, showcasing animal and nature scenes depicting wild places from around the world. Location: 500 Niños Drive, Santa Barbara, CA. $21-35 sbzoo.org
SANTA CLARA: Great America WinterFest November 29, 2024-January 5, 2025. Ice Skate in front of the iconic Carousel Columbia and marvel at spectacular live shows. More than 60 rides and holiday attractions. Location: 237 W to Great America Parkway. $ tickets
SANTA CLARA: Santa Clara Historic Home Tour December 6-8, 2024 tour features many historic homes, all decorated for the holidays. This year Santa Clara Railroad Depot/Car open. The Control Tower on Saturday for tours only. The Harris-Lass Museum open house from 12 noon - 2pm Sunday. $30, sc-hometour.com | holiday homes
SANTA CRUZ: Downtown Holiday Parade December 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. The parade route starts at the intersection of Laurel Street and Pacific Avenue and ends at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Water Street.
SANTA CRUZ: Lighted Boat Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. Dozens of beautifully decorated yachts and vessels participate in the annual parade of lights. Santa Cruz, CA Santa Cruz Harbor Sponsored by the Santa Cruz Yacht Club Free to see, club.scyc.org
SANTA MARIA: Parade of Lights Christmas Parade on Broadway. December 7, 2024, 5:20 p.m.
SANTA MONICA: ICE November 8, 2024-January 20, 2025 at 5th & Arizona. DJs spin tunes on Wed., Classical Music Sunday sessions. $22 includes skate rental for hour session, iceatsantamonica.com
SANTA ROSA: Snoopy's Home Ice Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 6 & 7:30 p.m. Location: 1667 West Steele Lane Santa Rosa, CA $, snoopyshomeice.com
SAUSALITO: Sausalito Gingerbread House Tour December 8-31, 2024 features nearly 20 unique displays in a walking tour. Free to see, sausalito.org/gingerbread-house-tour
SCOTTS VALLEY: Light Up the Night Holiday Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 5-7:30 p.m. Tree is next to Walgreens but most activities take place at Scotts Valley Community Center, 360 Kings Village Rd. Scotts Valley, CA Free, calnevexchange.org
SELMA: Electric Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 5:30-8 p.m. Selma Street and Lincoln Park. Selma's Christmas Parade | Santa's Arrival & Holiday Street Faire, Selma, CA Free to see, selma-chamber.com
SOLVANG: Julefest Parade December 7, 2024 at 11 a.m. features marching bands, horses, classic cars, parade floats and entries. After the parade meet Mr. Claus in Solvang Park, from 2-4 p.m.
STOCKTON: Delta Reflections Lighted Boat Parade Saturday, December 7, 2024, 5-8 p.m. Location: Stockton Yacht Club Stockton, CA facebook.com/ stocktonlightedboatparade/
STUDIO CITY: Meet Me Under the Mistletoe with West Coast Singers December 7, 2024 at First Christian Church of North Hollywood. Songs for the holidays performed by the LGBTQ+ mixed chorus, the third oldest in the nation. Location: 4390 Colfax Avenue Studio City, CA westcoastsingers.org
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE: Heavenly Village Ice Rink November 1, 2024-March 31, 2025
SAN JOSE: San Jose Dance Theatre's Nutcracker Ballet December 6-15, 2024 at Center for the Performing Arts. Location: 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose, CA. $39.50-115, sanjosetheaters.org
SAN JOSE: Christmas in the Park November 29, 2024-January 1, 2025, 12-10 p.m. daily. The two-acre park features a holiday fantasy with over 40 musical and animated exhibits, glimmering lights and a 65-foot illuminated Christmas Tree. This free attraction for the child in all of us is a holiday tradition beloved by all. Location: Plaza De Cesar Chavez, 194 S. Market St., San Jose, CA. Free, christmasinthepark.com
SAN JOSE: Holiday Lights Drive Thru November 21, 2024-January 1, 2025, 5-11 p.m. in History Park San Jose. More than one mile of magical scenes and displays synced to favorite holiday tunes. $25-31, approx., christmasinthepark.com
SAN JOSE: Downtown Ice November 15, 2024-January 20, 2025 in Circle of Palms Plaza on Market Street. $21, sjdowntownice.com
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: Capistrano Lights December 7-29, 2024 at Historic Mission San Juan Capistrano. All-ages, family event includes nightly musical tree lighting and decorative light displays. Admission allows you to spend the day starting at 9 a.m. and stay for the holiday programming starting at 4 p.m. and ending at 7 p.m. Location: 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, CA. $20, missionsjc.com
SAN MATEO: IlluminOdyssey November 16, 2024-January 26, 2025 at CuriOdyssey, a zoo and learning center containing native, non-releasable animals such as river otter, bobcat, gray fox and more. Location: 1651 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, CA. $, curiodyssey.org
SAN MATEO: San Mateo on Ice November 15, 2024-January 12, 2025 in Central Park. Largest outdoor ice rink in the Bay Area features 11,000 square feet of REAL ice to skate on in sunny San Mateo - nice! $21 approx., onicerinks.com
SAN RAMON: Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Skating Rink November 8, 2024-January 5, 2025 at City Center Bishop Ranch. Many special events include Elsa, Santa Claus, Barbie and Kristi's skating clinic. $26, citycenterbishopranch.com
SANTA MARIA: Christmas in the Country Elks Drive-thru Holiday Lights Experience November 29-December 24, 2024 at Elks Unocal Event Center. Timed entry starts at 6 p.m. Pick available day and time online. Location: 2325 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria, CA. $40 per car, elksrec.com
SANTA MONICA: Westside Ballet's The Nutcracker November 30-December 8, 2024, with live orchestration at The Broad Stage. Location: Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center, 1310 11th St., Santa Monica, CA. $66.50, westsideballet.com
SOLVANG: Solvang Julefest Parade December 7, 2024, 11 a.m. Gingerbread Dreams is 2024 theme. Marching bands, Horses and equestrian units, Classic cars, Holiday floats, Drill teams & community groups solvangusa.com
SUSANVILLE: Magical Country Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 4-7 p.m. Tree Lighting Ceremony & Fireworks, too! Historic Uptown Susanville, CA lassencountychamber.org
TEHACHAPI: Joy to the World Tehachapi Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 5:30 p.m. Joy to the World is the 2024 theme Parade Route: This year, a new route brings the floats by the beautiful Train Depot Museum on Tehachapi Blvd. tehachapi.com
LOMITA: San Pedro City Ballet Nutcracker December 7-8, 2024 at Alexander Fleming Middle School Location: 25425 Walnut Street, Lomita, CA. $49.87, sanpedrocityballet.org
UKIAH: Ukiah on Ice December 2, 2024-January 12, 2025 next to Alex R. Thomas Plaza on School Street. Seasonal holiday ice rink open daily for holiday fun! Location: 310 S. State St., Ukiah, CA. $12, cityofukiah.com/ukiahonice
UNIVERSAL CITY: Universal Studios Hollywood Christmas November 29, 2024-January 6, 2025 showcases the holiday makeover of three major attractions: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Grinchmas with costumes, colors and decor. The thrills remain true to form! $95-up, tickets
VALENCIA: Six Flags Magic Mountain Holiday in the Park, November 28, 2024-January 5, 2025, 5 p.m. rocks each night with 2 million lights in 7 themed areas featuring dance, music & light shows, cocktail bars, holiday sweets, s'more fire pits & Santa Claus. Location: 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia, CA. $49-75, sixflags.com/magicmountain
UPPER LAKE: Upper Lake Holiday Parade December 7, 2024, 6-9 p.m. | Parade & Tree Lighting at 6:30 p.m. Main Street Upper Lake, CA Festivities, Lighting of the Christmas Tree, Holiday Music & Caroling
VALLEJO: Madhatter Holiday Festival & Parade 2-8 p.m. includes the Tree Lighting and Yacht Parade after dark.
VALLEJO: Madhatter Holiday Festival Tree Lighting happens around 6 p.m., followed by the Yacht Parade. The tree lighting is held after the Festival and Madhatter Parade.
VALLEJO: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Holiday in the Park November 29, 2024-January 5, 2025, 12-7 p.m. most days. Special holiday guests, entertainment, foods, rides & attractions like Arctic Penguins. Location: 1001 Fairgrounds Dr. Vallejo, CA 94589 $35-39, sixflags.com/discoverykingdom
VALLEY SPRINGS: Valley Springs Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 9 a.m. Enter the Parade route at the corner of California & Chestnut Valley Springs, CA valleyspringsaba.com
VICTORVILLE: Victorville Festival of Lights Tree Lighting Ceremony December 7, 2024, 4-7 p.m. Victorville City Hall
VICTORVILLE: Victorville Festival of Lights Children's Christmas Parade December 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 2024 theme is "Winter Around the World." Delightful holiday event filled with merriment, fantasy and fun for all ages. Free to see, victorvilleca.gov
VISTA: Holiday Lights December 6-7, 13-14 and 20-21, 2024, 5-9 p.m. at Agsem (Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum.) Location: 2040 N Santa Fe Ave. Vista, CA. $10 presale, more at gate, agsem.org
VISTA: Jingle Terrace Live December 6-21, 2024, 5:30-9 p.m. at Brengle Terrace Park Moonlight Amphitheatre. Location: 1250 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA. Free, moonlightstage.comWATSONVILLE: Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Walk Through Night & Christmas Market shopping December 6-7, 2024, 12-9 p.m. at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Location: 2601 East Lake Ave Watsonville, CA 95076 $10 walk through night, fairgrounds-foundation.org/ holiday-lights
WATSONVILLE: Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Walk Through Night & Christmas Market shopping December 6-7, 2024, 12-9 p.m. November 29-December 24, 2024, 5:30-9 p.m. at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Location: 2601 East Lake Ave Watsonville, CA 95076 $20, fairgrounds-foundation.org/ holiday-lights
WALNUT CREEK: Walnut Creek on Ice November 22, 2024-January 12, 2025. Skate 90 minutes for $20, ice skate rental included or $20 Ice Slide. Location: Civic Park, Walnut Creek, CA. walnutcreekonice.com
WHITTIER: The Holiday Sonata December 7, 2024, 5-9 p.m. in Uptown Whittier features Music, Vendors, Photos with Santa and The Grinch. Free, whittieruptown.org
WILMINGTON: Banning Museum Victorian Christmas December 7, 2024 12-4 p.m. 401 East M Street Wilmington, CA 90744 Free admission, banningmuseum.org
WOODSIDE: Holidays at Filoli November 16, 2024-January 12, 2025. Georgian revival-style mansion with 16 acres of exquisite English Renaissance gardens at an historic 654-acre estate (as seen in Falcon Crest show) is all decked out with 20 miles of Holiday lights, food delights, Santa visits and add-on experiences like firepit nights. $41-45, filoli.org
YREKA: Night of Lights Tree Lighting December 7, 2024, 4-7 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. Tree Lighting at Fire Department Miner Street Park Oregon & Miner Streets Yreka, California Free, yrekanightoflights.com
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