Yerba Buena Gardens Holiday Tree Lighting
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at Yerba Buena Gardens with a community tree lighting. Guests can warm up with hot cocoa while enjoying seasonal festivities. The celebration also includes free carousel rides and ice skating.
What to Expect
Features a tree lighting, hot cocoa, free carousel rides, and ice skating.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Yerba Buena
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Yerba Buena Partnership
Food & Drink
Hot cocoa is available at the event.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 4:30pm - 7pm.
Tips & Advice
- Bring warm layers for the outdoor garden gathering and ice skating, where standing around can feel chilly.
- Enter 750 Howard St, the listed address, in your map before setting out to make finding the event easier.
- Ask about the discounted skate-rental rate before skating, since rentals cost extra even though the skating session is free.
- Allow time for both the carousel and skating if you want to try each activity during the celebration.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free ice skating with discounted skate rentals during the tree lighting.
- Free carousel rides during the celebration.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do besides the tree lighting?
There's hot cocoa, free carousel rides and free ice skating.
Can we go ice skating?
Yes. Skating is free during the celebration, and skate rentals are discounted.
Is it a good event for families?
Yes. It's a family-fun event with a tree lighting, carousel rides and skating.
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