See all Petaluma Christmas happenings this year!
Petaluma arrives at Christmas 2025 with festive attractions around the city center and riverfront, where historic bridges and brick streets twinkle. The calendar fills with holiday celebrations, winter markets, and Christmas shows featuring local musicians, artisan vendors, and cozy community traditions.
Find the best Petaluma Christmas happenings this year!
Top Christmas Events In and Around Petaluma
- Santa's Riverboat Arrival
- Petaluma's Holiday Food Fair
- Santa's Riverboat Arrival & Small Business Saturday
- Downtown Petaluma Holiday Shopping Stroll
- The Petaluma Chorale Presents Season of Lights: A Holiday Concert
- Petaluma Tree Lighting Celebration
- FAN EXPO San Francisco 2025 (San Francisco)
- The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square (San Francisco)
- Transcendence Theatre Company's Broadway Holiday (Sonoma)
- Napa's Christmas Parade (Napa)
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Petaluma Christmas Events
Petaluma Christmas Markets and Shopping
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Discover Petaluma's Holiday Food Fair, an indoor farmer's market perfect for sourcing Thanksgiving and holiday ingredients. Connect directly with local food artisans, sample their unique offerings, and find gourmet treats. Free timed tickets are available, with an option to purchase a charity ticket for flexible entry and raffle entries.
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Experience a magical holiday kickoff as Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by tugboat on the Petaluma River. Families can enjoy live music and festive welcomes before meeting Santa for photos. Following the river arrival, the event transitions into Small Business Saturday, encouraging support for local downtown businesses.
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Experience the magic of the holidays in downtown Petaluma during their annual Holiday Shopping Stroll. Discover a curated selection of local boutiques and shops, each offering unique gifts and festive promotions. Stroll through charming streets adorned with holiday decorations and soak in the vibrant, community atmosphere. It's the perfect opportunity to find special presents and support local businesses.
Petaluma Christmas Movies, Theater and Entertainment
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Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with The Petaluma Chorale's 'Season of Lights' holiday concert. This special performance promises an evening of beautiful vocal harmonies and seasonal melodies, perfect for ushering in the holiday cheer. Join them for a memorable musical celebration.
Petaluma Other Christmas Activities
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Experience a magical holiday tradition as Santa and Mrs. Claus make a grand entrance by riverboat! They'll sail up the Petaluma River, arriving in the Turning Basin before heading to the River Plaza Shopping Center. Families can enjoy live music and festive performances while anticipating their arrival. Capture memorable photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus and share those all-important Christmas wish lists.
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Ring in the holidays at Theatre Square Plaza with the Petaluma Tree Lighting Celebration. Join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they illuminate a giant, sparkling Christmas tree. The festivities begin with Santa's arrival, followed by live music, a laser show, and other festive performances. Don't miss the tree lighting ceremony at 6:30 PM, a perfect photo opportunity to start the holiday season.
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