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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Plan your holiday season in Vacaville with our detailed event guide. Whether you're rediscovering your city or visiting for the first time, our guide showcases the best of Vacaville's holidays.

One of the highlights of the season is the Great Dickens Christmas Fair, where the charm of Victorian England comes to life, offering festive shopping and delightful entertainment. The Napa Valley Wine Train’s Santa Train provides a unique experience, featuring a scenic ride while enjoying holiday treats and visits from Santa. And the Union Square Christmas Events is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a vibrant atmosphere with twinkling lights and seasonal festivities. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Vacaville Holiday Light Displays

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Family-friendly holiday celebration with live entertainment and Santa's visit.

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The City of Oakley hosts its annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Civic Center Plaza, featuring free cookies and cocoa, arts and crafts, live entertainment, and a special visit from Santa Claus. The event includes performances by local organizations and culminates with the lighting of a grand 30-foot Christmas tree near the Veteran’s Memorial.

Where: Oakley | More Info: Oakley Christmas Tree Lighting

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Vacaville Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Vintage items and nostalgic finds at a charming farm setting.

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Explore a charming vintage sale at Summitt Farm, featuring unique and nostalgic items perfect for holiday gifts or personal treasures.

Where: Vacaville | More Info: Christmas On The Farm

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Vacaville Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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Santa's grand entrance with live music and performances.

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The Bishop Ranch Tree Lighting features heartwarming performances by the Monte Vista band, singers, and dancers, culminating in Santa's grand entrance. The event includes memorable visits with Santa and roaming entertainers.

Where: San Ramon | More Info: Bishop Ranch Tree Lighting

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Live dramatization of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" on historic rooftops.

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Theatre of Lights is a free, family-friendly performance retelling "Twas the Night Before Christmas" uniquely in Sacramento on the rooftops of Old Sacramento Waterfront. The show features an immersive retelling of Moore's 1823 poem alongside stories of Sacramento pioneers' experiences in the 1850s. The performance includes live dramatization on the balconies above K Street, complete with a special appearance by Jack Frost and the lighting of the 60-foot Christmas tree by St. Nick himself.

Where: Sacramento | More Info: Theatre of Lights

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Three-course kid-friendly holiday dinner in an antique dining car.

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The Gourmet Holiday Express offers a three-course kid-friendly dinner in an antique Pullman dining car, featuring fresh baked holiday cookies and cocoa, along with a digital or printed photo opportunity with Santa.

Where: Napa | More Info: Gourmet Holiday Express

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Immersive Victorian London setting with diverse entertainment and shopping.

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Immerse yourself in Victorian London at the Great Dickens Christmas Fair, featuring over 4 acres of music halls, theatres, pubs, and charming shops filled with colorful characters and delightful experiences.

Where: San Francisco | More Info: Great Dickens Christmas Fair

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Vacaville Other Holiday Activities

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Holiday train ride with Santa and festive dining.

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Embark on a holiday journey through Napa Valley with the Napa Valley Wine Train's Santa Train. Enjoy festive cuisine, hot cider, and cookies while visiting Santa and his elves. Each experience offers unique dining options and memorable photo opportunities.

Where: Napa | More Info: Napa Valley Wine Train’s Santa Train

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Holiday train ride with Santa and festive activities.

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Step aboard the River Fox Train for a holiday tradition that is fun for the whole family. Each ticket includes a 1-hour train ride, hot cocoa, a souvenir mug, and a cookie. Santa's elves will guide passengers in holiday sing-alongs, elfish games, and fun activities. Children can remind Santa how nice they have been all year with a letter to Santa. Santa Claus joins each family for a visit, and comfortable seating is available in indoor cars.

Where: West Sacramento | More Info: River Fox Train’s Magical Christmas Train

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Unique blend of ice skating and holiday entertainment.

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The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square, presented by Kaiser Permanente, offers outdoor ice skating and holiday festivities in downtown San Francisco. Special events include Drag Queens On Ice, Silent Skate, and Polar Bear Skate. Learn to Skate sessions are available for beginners, led by professional instructors.

Where: San Francisco | More Info: Union Square Christmas Events

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