Elk Grove Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Elk Grove and surrounding areas
Elk Grove welcomes winter 2025 with Old Town Elk Grove's Dickens Street Faire and Holiday lights illuminating Main Street and civic plazas. The festive season offers parades, family-friendly events, and activities that highlight local artisans and seasonal shopping. Stroll through Historic Elk Grove and local parks to find Christmas markets, caroling, and plenty of things to do that bring neighbors together in warm holiday celebration.
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Christmas Markets
26 eventsJuried artisan market supporting local artists and museums.
Christmas Lights
16 eventsCommunity-decorated Tree Grove and gingerbread house contest.
Christmas Shows
13 eventsSacramento's favorite holiday tradition, The Nutcracker ballet.
Christmas Activities
38 eventsHistoric downtown ice rink tradition
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Roseville Downtown Holiday Celebration
(Roseville)
Community-decorated Tree Grove and gingerbread house contest.
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Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink
(Sacramento)
Historic downtown ice rink tradition
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Historic Folsom Community Christmas Tree Lighting
(Folsom)
Winter wonderland transformation with snowfall and tree lighting.
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Sunrise Winter Wonderland
(Citrus Heights)
Dual holiday events with toy donation drive
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Sac Brew Bike's Annual Fab 40's Light Tours
(Sacramento)
Pedal-powered holiday light tour through East Sacramento.
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Sacramento Ballet's The Nutcracker
(Sacramento)
Sacramento's favorite holiday tradition, The Nutcracker ballet.
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Elk Grove
- Elk Grove Christmas Station Features Youngsters Arrested Published: Wed, Nov 19, 2025
- Steven Curtis Chapman Christmas Tour in Elk Grove Published: Sun, Nov 9, 2025
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Elk Grove Christmas FAQ
The Dickens Street Faire and the Illumination Festival are two of the largest annual Christmas events in Elk Grove, drawing crowds with holiday markets, lights, and family activities.
Elk Grove is known for its Dickens Street Faire, which kicks off the holiday season with Santa’s rescue by the fire department and a festive tree lighting ceremony.
Old Town Elk Grove and several residential neighborhoods are known for their festive Christmas light displays, especially during December.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at the Dickens Street Faire in Old Town, the Illumination Festival at District 56, and various holiday artisan markets throughout the city.
Free holiday activities in Elk Grove include visiting Christmas light displays, attending the Dickens Street Faire, and enjoying the tree lighting ceremonies at local parks.
Families with kids enjoy the Dickens Street Faire, Illumination Festival, and holiday markets, which offer crafts, photo ops with Santa, and festive entertainment for all ages.