San Leandro Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in San Leandro and surrounding areas
This winter, San Leandro transforms for Christmas 2025 with sparkling Christmas lights along Washington Avenue and lively holiday activities at local parks and the marina. Look for Light Up San Leandro 2025 and enjoy Oakland Glowfari Lantern Festival offerings and It's a Wonderful Night Holiday Celebration for seasonal entertainment. Between holiday performances, winter events, and Santa visits, San Leandro delivers family-friendly activities and festive events that celebrate the community during the Christmas season.
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Christmas Markets
22 eventsChristmas tree sales benefiting Bay Area youth since 1947.
Christmas Lights
20 eventsAnnual holiday celebration with tree lighting and Santa.
Christmas Shows
19 eventsAcclaimed vocal ensemble performing holiday music by candlelight.
Christmas Parties
7 eventsChristmas Day gourmet cruise with plated dinner and bay views
Christmas Activities
32 eventsIllumination of a 30-foot holiday tree
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It's a Wonderful Night Holiday Celebration
Annual holiday celebration with tree lighting and Santa.
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Oakland Glowfari Lantern Festival
(Oakland)
Illuminated animal lanterns and themed zones.
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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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San Leandro Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual event is the "It's a Wonderful Night" holiday celebration downtown, featuring the tree lighting, holiday market, performances, and family activities. Another notable event is the "Light Up San Leandro" business decoration contest.
San Leandro’s unique traditions include the community-focused "It's a Wonderful Night" event with its holiday train rides and local artisan market, fostering a strong sense of neighborhood spirit during the season.
Neighborhoods near downtown San Leandro and residential areas around W. Juana Avenue are known for festive neighborhood displays, making them great spots to enjoy holiday lights on foot or by car.
Local makers and Christmas markets are primarily found downtown during the "It's a Wonderful Night" event, especially along Estudillo Plaza and W. Juana Avenue, with additional vendor stalls at community events throughout the season.
Free activities include visiting neighborhood light displays, attending the downtown tree lighting, and enjoying the holiday market and crafts at "It's a Wonderful Night." Many events are designed to be family-friendly and low-cost.
Families will enjoy the holiday train rides, kids’ crafts, photos with Santa, and live performances at the "It's a Wonderful Night" celebration, all offering engaging and festive experiences for children.