San Carlos Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in San Carlos and surrounding areas
San Carlos shines this the holiday season with Holiday lights along Laurel Street and festive displays near downtown and Filoli. The town pairs small-town charm with seasonal concerts, ice skating pop-ups, and Christmas markets that make for relaxed afternoons of shopping and community cheer. Attend Domenico Winery's Annual Holiday Boutique + Craft Fair or the San Carlos Night of Holiday Lights and enjoy Holidays at Filoli for parades, seasonal performances, and activities that celebrate local traditions.
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Christmas Markets
26 eventsAnnual holiday stroll with caroling and shopping specials
Christmas Lights
21 eventsAnnual holiday celebration with tree lighting and Santa.
Christmas Shows
17 eventsHoliday films with live orchestral accompaniment
Christmas Activities
25 eventsAnnual community parade celebrating the start of the holiday season.
Editor's Picks (6)
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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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A Chanticleer Christmas 2025
(Oakland)
Acclaimed vocal ensemble performing holiday music by candlelight.
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Lightscape at San Francisco Botanical Garden
(San Francisco)
Mile-long illuminated trail with light and music
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Christmas Giving Opportunities Near San Carlos
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San Carlos Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual event is the Christmas Tree Lane on Eucalyptus Avenue, which draws visitors for its extensive light displays. Additionally, local holiday markets and community gatherings contribute to the festive season.
San Carlos is known for its tradition of decorating Eucalyptus Avenue as Christmas Tree Lane, where nearly every home participates in creating a unified and charming holiday display each year.
Eucalyptus Avenue is the standout neighborhood for Christmas lights, with nearby streets also participating in neighborhood displays that add to the festive experience.
Local community centers and parks host seasonal markets featuring local makers, and nearby towns offer additional artisan markets and craft fairs worth exploring during the holiday season.
Walking or driving through Christmas Tree Lane is a popular free activity, along with visiting neighborhood displays and attending free community holiday events and markets around San Carlos.
Families enjoy visiting Christmas Tree Lane for its festive lights and the Santa mailbox tradition. Local holiday markets often include kid-friendly crafts and seasonal treats to keep children engaged.