Last updated: November 11, 2024
Discover the joy of the holidays in Lafayette with our detailed guide. From Lafayette residents to seasonal tourists, our guide is your gateway to holiday magic.
Popular events this season include Holidays at Filoli, where visitors can stroll through beautifully decorated gardens and historic estates. Fairy Winterland dazzles with enchanting light displays, immersing guests in festive wonder. And the Entwined at Golden Gate Park is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing captivating art installations amid a vibrant holiday atmosphere. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Dazzling light displays and historic estate transformations.
Filoli Historic House & Garden transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with dazzling light displays, festive activities, and elegant experiences. Explore the beautifully adorned gardens and house, indulge in holiday teas, and enjoy family-friendly activities amidst the estate's grandeur.
Where: Woodside | More Info: Holidays at Filoli
Twinkly lights and diverse holiday displays.
Fairy Winterland at Children's Fairyland in Oakland, California, features thousands of twinkly lights, culturally diverse holiday displays, and festive activities like ornament making and a visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Oakland | More Info: Fairy Winterland
Interactive light installation with wind-responsive tree.
Entwined at Golden Gate Park features a 30-ft metal sculpted tree, Elder Mother, with a 25-ft canopy that moves in the wind and offers ever-changing illumination and color. Visitors can control the lighting patterns using six unique QR codes.
Where: San Francisco | More Info: Entwined at Golden Gate Park
Pictures with Santa and live music in a historic setting.
Visit the beautiful historic grounds of Couret Farms for Christmas at Couret Holiday Market. Enjoy pictures with Santa, live music throughout the day, and delicious food trucks adding ambiance to our market area. Over 60 vendors will feature jewelry, clothing for adults and children, customized wreaths, t-shirts, bath and body products, baked goods, and more.
Where: Lafayette | More Info: Christmas at Couret Holiday Market
Holiday shopping and tree lighting in a charming downtown setting.
The Holiday Sparkle Sip & Shop & Tree Lighting event in Downtown Martinez features a festive evening market with holiday shopping, wine tastings, and the lighting of the town's iconic tree. The event celebrates the holiday season with a blend of local vendors, seasonal treats, and community spirit.
Where: Martinez | More Info: Holiday Sparkle Sip & Shop & Tree Lighting
Antique carousel with hand-carved wooden animals.
Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round features an antique Herschell-Spillman carousel with hand-carved wooden animals and calliope-style music. The ride is weather-dependent and open on weekends and holidays, with special events like Breakfast with Santa. Tickets are $4 per ride or $24 for a pack of 7 rides, and children under 38 inches require a ticket with a free adult chaperone.
Where: Berkeley | More Info: Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round
Decorated steam trains with holiday decorations.
Tilden Park Steam Trains transform into a toddler-friendly Holiday Train, decorated with twinkling lights, tiny snowflakes, and Christmas ornaments. The trains operate on weekends from 11 am to 7 pm, weather permitting, offering a festive ride through the Berkeley Hills.
Where: Berkeley | More Info: Tilden Park Steam Trains at Christmas
Unique skating experience with private cabanas and firepits.
The Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink at City Center Bishop Ranch offers daily skating sessions, special weekend hours, and unique experiences like private cabanas and firepits. Join local skaters and enjoy the holiday spirit with daily skating sessions and special events.
Where: San Ramon | More Info: Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink
Live music and extended hours for restaurants and bars.
Lite Up The Streets is an evening event in Downtown Brentwood featuring live music, local showcases, and extended hours for restaurants and bars. Enjoy a variety of activities and giveaways for kids while exploring the vibrant shops and stops.
Where: Brentwood | More Info: Lite Up The Streets
