Tree Lighting Celebrations

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Tree lighting ceremonies are a coveted community celebration, with live performances, activities for kids, and holiday spirit.

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Berkeley Dazzling Holiday Light Celebration
Nov 14
Fourth Street at Delaware
Berkeley Dazzling Holiday Light Celebration
Fourth Street at Delaware

Usher in the holiday season on Fourth Street at the Fourth Street Berkeley Dazzling Holiday Light Celebration, where the Christmas lights are turned on for the first time! Throughout the season families can enjoy a variety of enchanting activities and events under the twinkling lights. With the lights shining bright until February, it’s the perfect way to embrace the holiday spirit!

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Fourth Street at Delaware
Walnut Creek: Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 20
Civic Park
Walnut Creek: Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Civic Park

The Magic of the Holidays Begins in Civic Park

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Civic Park
San Ramon: City Center Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 20
City Center Bishop Ranch
San Ramon: City Center Tree Lighting Ceremony
City Center Bishop Ranch

Delight in the sounds of the season with performances by the Monte Vista Band and a group of incredible singers, all leading up to Santa’s grand arrival.

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City Center Bishop Ranch
Napa: The Mertiage Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 21
The Meritage Resort
Napa: The Mertiage Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Meritage Resort

Enjoy an all-ages evening filled with live music, family activities, seasonal bites, and plenty of holiday cheer.

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The Meritage Resort
Sonoma: Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza
Nov 21
Sonoma Plaza
Sonoma: Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza
Sonoma Plaza

It's the brightest evening in Sonoma Wine Country as we celebrate the Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza 2026 with food, wine, beer, music and thousands of bright lights.

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Sonoma Plaza
St. Helena: Wine Barrel Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 25
St. Helena: Wine Barrel Tree Lighting Ceremony

Kick off the holiday season in St. Helena with a little Napa Valley magic!

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Santa Rosa Winter Lights Tree Lighting Event
Nov 27
Old Courthouse Square
Santa Rosa Winter Lights Tree Lighting Event
Old Courthouse Square

Come kick off the holiday season in Santa Rosa at the Annual Downtown Tree Lighting Celebration!

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Old Courthouse Square
San Jose: Christmas in the Park Drive Thru Light Show
Nov 27
Plaza de Cesar Chavez
San Jose: Christmas in the Park Drive Thru Light Show
Plaza de Cesar Chavez

Experience the Christmas holiday magic with over 45 years of community tradition, featuring spectacular Christmas light displays, family entertainment, and unforgettable memories.

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Plaza de Cesar Chavez
Napa Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 27
Silverado Resort
Napa Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Silverado Resort

As we illuminate our enchanting Christmas tree, it’s you who really lights up. Join us for one joyous all-ages evening to kick off the holiday season.

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Silverado Resort
San Francisco: Yerba Buena Gardens Holiday Tree Lighting
Nov 28
Yerba Buena Gardens
San Francisco: Yerba Buena Gardens Holiday Tree Lighting
Yerba Buena Gardens

Come kick off the holiday season with us at Yerba Buena Gardens with a tree lighting, hot cocoa, and more!

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Yerba Buena Gardens
Oakland: Jack London Holiday Tree Lighting
Nov 28
Jack London Square
Oakland: Jack London Holiday Tree Lighting
Jack London Square

Jack London Square invites the community to attend the center’s spectacular tree lighting event to be held on on Saturday, November 28th from 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m., in the Plaza near Plank. 

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Jack London Square
Oakland: "Magic of Christmas" Lighting Concert
Nov 28
Temple Hill Auditorium
Oakland: "Magic of Christmas" Lighting Concert
Temple Hill Auditorium

Join us in the Temple Hill Auditorium for the “Magic of Christmas” orchestra concert and rediscover the season’s wonder on Nov 28 at 6 PM.

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Temple Hill Auditorium
Fairfield: Jelly Belly Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Nov 29
Jelly Belly Factory
Fairfield: Jelly Belly Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Jelly Belly Factory

The Jelly Belly Visitor Center invites you to our 26th annual Tree Lighting Celebration!

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Jelly Belly Factory
Oakland: Jack London Square
Nov 29
In the Plaza By Scott's Seafood
Oakland: Jack London Square
In the Plaza By Scott's Seafood

Jack London Squares invites the community to attend the center’s spectacular tree lighting event to be held on on Saturday, November 29th from 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m., in the Plaza near Plank. 

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In the Plaza By Scott's Seafood
San Francisco: Winter Wonderland Lighting Ceremony
Nov 30
Thrive City
San Francisco: Winter Wonderland Lighting Ceremony
Thrive City

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Photos with Santa at Splash at Thrive City!

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Thrive City
San Francisco Holiday Tree Lighting
Nov 30
Huntington Park
San Francisco Holiday Tree Lighting
Huntington Park

The Nob Hill Association is delighted to invite you to our annual Holiday Lighting Celebration at Huntington Park!

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Huntington Park
San Francisco: Civic Center Plaza Holiday Tree Lighting
Dec 2
Civic Center Plaza
San Francisco: Civic Center Plaza Holiday Tree Lighting
Civic Center Plaza

Save the date! The annual Civic Center Plaza Tree Lighting is taking place across the street from an illuminated City Hall on Wednesday, December 2nd, 4-7pm!

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Civic Center Plaza
Piedmont: Lights Up! A Community Lighting Celebration
Dec 2
Piedmont Community Hall
Piedmont: Lights Up! A Community Lighting Celebration
Piedmont Community Hall

Kick off the winter holiday season at Piedmont's annual celebration of light.

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Piedmont Community Hall
Sausalito Holiday Tree Lighting, Music and Santa’s Arrival
Dec 3
Viña del Mar Park
Sausalito Holiday Tree Lighting, Music and Santa’s Arrival
Viña del Mar Park

Join us for the 5th Annual Holiday by the Bay Tree Lighting Ceremony, Sausalito's waterfront tradition that brings the community together to kick off the holiday season.

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Viña del Mar Park
Walnut Creek: Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting
Dec 3
Broadway Plaza
Walnut Creek: Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting
Broadway Plaza

Kick off the holiday season with the magic of the Parade of Lights at Broadway Plaza!

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Broadway Plaza
Lafayette: It’s A Wonderful Life in Lafayette Holiday Celebration
Dec 4
Lafayette Plaza
Lafayette: It’s A Wonderful Life in Lafayette Holiday Celebration
Lafayette Plaza

This fun and festive event includes a free visit with Santa, free train rides on the Lafayette Express, official holiday tree lighting ceremony, one-of-a-kind photo ops, live musical entertainment, crafts, holiday treats and more! Arrive early to see Santa’s arrival and plan to stay in downtown Lafayette for dinner!

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Lafayette Plaza
City of Emeryville Holiday Parade
Dec 4
City Hall
City of Emeryville Holiday Parade
City Hall

Join us as we commemorate the City of Emeryville’s remarkable 130-year legacy at this year’s Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting.

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City Hall
Merry Healdsburg - Tree Lighting Celebration
Dec 4
Healdsburg Plaza
Merry Healdsburg - Tree Lighting Celebration
Healdsburg Plaza

Celebrate the holidays on the Plaza with the annual Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting! Bring the whole family to enjoy a winter wonderland downtown with carriage rides, live music, a holiday night market, and much more! 

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Healdsburg Plaza
Mare Island Light Night - Holiday Tree Celebration
Dec 4
Mare Island
Mare Island Light Night - Holiday Tree Celebration
Mare Island

Join us at 5 p.m. for Mare Island’s annual Light Night Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration, a magical evening that brings the community together to welcome the holiday season.

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Mare Island
Ross: Bloom After Dark
Dec 4
Marin Art and Garden Center
Ross: Bloom After Dark
Marin Art and Garden Center

Astro Botanicals brings Love and Light to celebrate community and empower imagination. Bring your friends and create beautiful memories.

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Marin Art and Garden Center
Vallejo Winter At Wonderland- Tree Lighting Celebration!
Dec 4
Children's Wonderland Park
Vallejo Winter At Wonderland- Tree Lighting Celebration!
Children's Wonderland Park

Experience the enchantment of the season at our Tree Lighting Ceremony!

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Children's Wonderland Park
Emeryville: Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade
Dec 4
Emeryville City Hall
Emeryville: Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade
Emeryville City Hall

Join us as we commemorate the City of Emeryville’s remarkable 130-year legacy at this year’s Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting.

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Emeryville City Hall
Benicia's Holiday Tree Lighting
Dec 4
Downtown Benicia
Benicia's Holiday Tree Lighting
Downtown Benicia

Meet us at the bottom of First Street for the Tree Lighting - enjoy live music, wine, beer, hot chocolate and more before you head back up First Street for late night holiday shopping, food, beverages, treats and surprises!

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Downtown Benicia
Martinez: Holiday Frolic
Dec 4
Downtown Martinez
Martinez: Holiday Frolic
Downtown Martinez

Join us for the annual Holiday Frolic event! 

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Downtown Martinez
San Francisco: Let's Glow SF
Dec 4
Ferry Building
San Francisco: Let's Glow SF
Ferry Building

Let's Glow SF, the nation's largest holiday projection arts festival, is making a triumphant return to San Francisco from December 4-13, 2026, for its sixth year.

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Ferry Building
Holiday of Lights & Winter Wonderland
Dec 5
Downtown San Rafael, 4th St · A St & Looten
Holiday of Lights & Winter Wonderland
Downtown San Rafael, 4th St · A St & Looten

Kick off the season at Downtown San Rafael’s Holiday of Lights: Winter Wonderland - a festive community gathering featuring the annual holiday tree lighting, warm drinks, twinkling lights, and joyful entertainment for all ages.

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Downtown San Rafael, 4th St · A St & Looten
Pinole: Holiday Tree Lighting
Dec 5
Fernandez Park
Pinole: Holiday Tree Lighting
Fernandez Park

Get holly and jolly this holiday season by attending the Holiday Tree Lighting Event!

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Fernandez Park
Novato Holiday Tree Lighting Festival
Dec 5
Downtown Novato
Novato Holiday Tree Lighting Festival
Downtown Novato

Get in the holiday spirit with our Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Festival in Downtown Novato!

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Downtown Novato
Los Gatos: Fantasy of Lights Drive-Thru
Dec 5
Vasona Lake County Park
Los Gatos: Fantasy of Lights Drive-Thru
Vasona Lake County Park

Enjoy a magical evening in the warmth of your vehicle as you drive through 1.5 miles of large animated displays while listening to holiday music on your car radio.

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Vasona Lake County Park
San Anselmo Annual Tree Lighting
Dec 5
Imagination Park
San Anselmo Annual Tree Lighting
Imagination Park

Join us for a magical evening at Imagination Park as we gather to light up the holiday tree!

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Imagination Park