Novato Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Novato and surrounding areas
Novato celebrates the holiday season with warm Holiday lights along Grant Avenue and festive activities clustered around historic downtown Novato Plaza. The Novato Holiday Crafts Faire showcases local makers alongside ice skating and seasonal concerts that create a lively festive atmosphere. Bring the family to meet Santa, browse Christmas markets for unique gifts, and join holiday tours and lights strolls that highlight the town’s small‑town charm during the festive season.
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Christmas Markets
23 eventsChristmas tree sales benefiting Bay Area youth since 1947.
Christmas Lights
19 eventsMagical holiday train journey with Santa
Christmas Shows
14 eventsBroadway stars in a holiday theatrical spectacular
Christmas Parties
12 eventsVintage train New Year's Eve celebration with gourmet dining.
Christmas Activities
32 eventsTown glowing with thousands of holiday lights
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Santa Train Jolly Journeys
(Napa)
Magical holiday train journey with Santa
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San Francisco Ballet Nutcracker
(San Francisco)
Historic American Nutcracker performance
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San Francisco Symphony Holiday Concerts
(San Francisco)
Holiday films with live orchestral accompaniment
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Let's Glow SF 2024
(San Francisco)
Country's largest holiday projection arts festival
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The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square
(San Francisco)
Outdoor ice skating in Union Square
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Transcendence Theatre Company's Broadway Holiday
(Sonoma)
Broadway stars in a holiday theatrical spectacular
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Novato Christmas Events Map
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Novato Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Novato Holiday Tree Lighting Festival downtown and the Holiday Crafts Faire, both drawing large crowds for festive celebrations and shopping.
Novato’s community-focused tree lighting festival with live performances and local artisan markets highlight the city’s tradition of blending festive entertainment with support for local makers.
Neighborhoods near downtown Novato and residential areas close to the Marin County Fairgrounds are known for their charming holiday lights and neighborhood displays.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at the City of Novato’s Holiday Crafts Faire and other artisan markets held at community centers and event spaces throughout the city.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the Holiday Tree Lighting Festival, and exploring public walking trails decorated with holiday lights.
Family-friendly options include the Holiday Tree Lighting Festival with kids’ crafts and Santa visits, as well as markets offering interactive activities and festive entertainment suitable for children.