Benicia Christmas Lights 2025

Join the City of Pleasant Hill for their annual 'Light Up the Night' winter holiday festival. This cherished event transforms Crescent Drive into a festive wonderland with crafts, activities, and delightful treats. The highlight is the magical Christmas tree lighting...

Discover the enchanting Garden of D'Lights, a self-guided holiday light experience at The Ruth Bancroft Garden. Wander through three acres of illuminated cacti, succulents, and unique plants, transformed into a dazzling waterwise wonderland with thousands of colorful lights, art installations,...

Experience the magic of the season at San Pablo's annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Winter Wonderland event. Join the community for an evening filled with festive cheer, including arts and crafts, hot chocolate, and a special opportunity to meet Santa...

Step into a magical holiday wonderland at the Solano Christmas Village. This festive event features a spectacular Christmas Lantern Parade, bringing a dazzling display of light and color to the community. The opening and lighting ceremony officially kicks off the...

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Fourth Street's Dazzling Holiday Lights event. Stroll through three blocks of sparkling lights, enjoy complimentary hot beverages and cookies, and be entertained by live music and captivating magic shows. Encounter whimsical costumed...

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Temple Hill's 'Days of Christmas' event. Visitors can immerse themselves in a peaceful and beautiful Christmas atmosphere, illuminated by stunning light displays. The event features a variety of free, family-friendly performances, including...

Experience the magic of the season with the original Napa Valley Wine Trolley's "Holiday Lights Tour." This enchanting journey takes you through Napa's most dazzling and festively decorated neighborhoods aboard a vintage San Francisco Cable Car. It's a delightful way...

Embark on a magical holiday adventure with Santa Claus aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train's Santa Train Jolly Journeys. This festive excursion through Napa Valley offers a delightful experience for all ages, complete with caroling, hot cider, and a special...

Experience Antioch's annual Holiday Delites Celebration in historic Rivertown. This festive event features a lively holiday parade with performers and floats, a 'Sip & Shop' experience, and the magical tree lighting ceremony. It's a perfect opportunity for families to gather...

Cornerstone Sonoma hosts its enchanting Snowman Christmas Tree Lighting event, a delightful way to kick off the holiday season. Visitors can gather to witness the magical illumination of a festive Christmas tree, often with a whimsical snowman theme, creating a...

Step into a world of enchantment at Oakland Zoo's Glowfari, a spectacular lantern festival. This family-friendly event features hundreds of new, larger-than-life animal lanterns that illuminate the zoo with stories of wildlife and conservation. Explore themed zones, including a captivating...

Step into a winter wonderland at The Lights at Northgate Mall, Marin's captivating indoor holiday light walk-through. This enchanting experience transforms the mall into a festive spectacle, perfect for creating cherished holiday memories.

Celebrate the official start of the holiday season at the 36th Annual Building Lighting Ceremony & Carnival. This family-friendly event features a carnival with games, face painting, and a special appearance by Santa and his elves. The night culminates with...

Join the enchanting Santa Lights the Square event at Ghirardelli Square for the annual holiday lighting ceremony. Be captivated by a special performance from the San Francisco Boys Chorus as Santa himself illuminates the square, officially kicking off the festive...

Experience a magical Winter Wonderland at the Marin Art and Garden Center. This enchanting holiday event transforms the gardens into a festive spectacle, featuring an outdoor ice skating rink, cozy fire pits, and delightful activities for all ages. Enjoy seasonal...

Step into a winter wonderland at the Fairmont San Francisco, where their iconic life-sized Gingerbread House takes center stage. This colossal creation, built with real gingerbread and adorned with pounds of candy, is a must-see holiday spectacle. For an extra...

Discover the magic of the 23rd Annual South San Francisco Parol Lantern Festival on December 13, 2025. This vibrant event celebrates the Filipino symbol of hope, the parol, with stunning lantern displays, community workshops, and a festive 'Taste of Christmas'....