Dec
30
10:00 AM10:00
River Otter Snow Days
Join us as our river otters run around, play, and wrestle in the snow to celebrate the holiday season!
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Dec
20
6:30 PM18:30
Sunnyvale Holiday Lights Ride
Join a family-friendly bicycle ride in Sunnyvale to see glittering holiday lights in our community!
Dec
20
to Dec 21
Sebastopol: Free Family Matinees: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
In this live-action adaptation of the beloved children’s tale by Dr. Seuss, the reclusive green Grinch (Jim Carrey) decides to ruin Christmas for the cheery citizens of Whoville.
Dec
20
9:30 AM09:30
Larkspur: Santa Sing-A-Long & Movie Double Feature
We invite you to join us for the most charming tradition of the season: a Santa Sing-A-Long at the Farmers Market in the morning and Double Feature at night.
Dec
19
to Dec 20
San Francisco: Film with Live Orchestra: Home Alone
Experience the beloved holiday hit Home Alone on the big screen like never before, with John Williams’s exuberant score performed live by the San Francisco Symphony.
Dec
19
5:00 PM17:00
Petaluma Holiday Lighted Bike Ride
The Holiday Lighted Bike Ride is a fun, festive, family-friendly bike ride on quiet neighborhood streets on the west side of Petaluma. The 5.4 mile loop ride starts and finishes at McNear Park (11th and F Streets) — and it’s FREE!
Dec
14
2:00 PM14:00
Oakland: Cruise on the Potomac with a Special North Pole Visitor!
A special visitor from the North Pole will be aboard to welcome the kids! The ship is fully decorated in her holiday finery and Santa will have a special gift for the kids.
Dec
14
8:30 AM08:30
Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K
A scenic run along the Sausalito Waterfront! Join the Dipsea Kids in this annual event! Pre-Registration is suggested.
Dec
13
to Dec 28
Oakland: Fairy Winterland: It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Fairyland!
Fairy Winterland family play days and an adults-only musical night market make Fairyland your winter destination for a season full of magic!
Dec
13
10:00 PM22:00
Disney’s Frozen in Concert
When her kingdom becomes trapped in perpetual winter, the fearless princess Anna sets out with an unlikely band of friends to find her sister, Queen Elsa, and break her icy spell.
Dec
13
6:00 PM18:00
Santa Rosa: Merry and Bright on Ice
The featured skaters of Redwood Ice Theatre Company (RITC) are a talented group of professional figure skaters, world competitors, and Olympic-level athletes who have graciously joined us for various productions over the years.
Dec
13
5:00 PM17:00
Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks
Free Event for all ages. Take in the boat parade and fireworks from the waters edge.
Dec
13
5:00 PM17:00
Dec
13
3:00 PM15:00
Magical Holiday at Morgan Hill
Join us on the playground in Morgan Hill for a magical holiday celebration! All ages and abilities are welcome!
Dec
13
to Dec 24
Winter Walk
Annual event will once again feature a holiday marketplace, food trucks, family-friendly stage programming, holiday decor, and seasonal drinks.
Dec
13
11:00 AM11:00
San Jose: Children's Heritage Holiday
History Park will transform into a winter wonderland! Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at Children's Heritage Holiday at History Park!
Dec
13
11:00 AM11:00
Jingle on The Way
Pictures with Cargo Bike Santa & Holiday Karaoke + Sing-Along at Judah & Great Highway Park.
Dec
13
to Dec 14
Sebastopol: Free Family Matinees: Elf
Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit. Starring Will Ferrel and Zooey Deschanel.
Dec
13
9:30 AM09:30
South San Francisco: Wreath Making Workshop
You're invited to join our annual Holiday Wreath Workshop and create a beautiful, fresh wreath to celebrate the season!
Dec
13
9:00 AM09:00
Ross: Decorate Holiday Village Houses
A magical holiday workshop where kids build their own adorable house and decorate it with paint, glitter and special festive embellishments.
Dec
11
to Dec 14
Mill Valley Lumber Yard Holiday Faire
The Mill Valley Lumber Yard Holiday Faire is back! Join us December 11–14 for a festive weekend filled with live music, unique holiday shopping, photos with Santa, a dog parade, crafts, delicious food, warm drinks, and cozy moments by the fire pit.
Dec
11
4:00 PM16:00
Oakland: Montclair Village Holiday Stroll
Photos with Santa, live music and caroling, craft beverages, family zone, holiday shopping, artisan vendors, and more!
Dec
10
5:00 PM17:00
Dec
7
4:30 PM16:30
Homestead Valley’s Winter Holiday Celebration
Homestead Valley’s annual Winter Holiday Celebration brings out young and old for sweet and savory treats, holiday crafts and carols lead by talented resident musicians and singers.
Dec
7
1:00 PM13:00
Oakland: Santa Stroll
Santa and his merry minstrels will be visiting The Laurel on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 1pm - 4pm! Free for all families, this is a chance to take photos of the kids with Santa and keep them engaged with music, carols, crafts, and shared community joy.
Dec
7
to Dec 8
Sebastopol: Free Family Matinees: The Muppet Christmas Carol
oin Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale.
Dec
6
5:00 PM17:00
Livermore: Ho Ho Holiday Carnival
Ranger Seth and Santa's helpers are excited to welcome you to the Ho ho holiday carnival, with fun Midway games, festive arts & crafts, and plenty of holiday treats. And, of course, a special meet-and-greet with Santa himself!
Dec
6
5:00 PM17:00
Redwood City: Winter Wonderland & Merry Marketplace
Join us for an enchanting winter evening filled with cookie decorating, bouncing on inflatables, and enjoying a cozy hot cocoa station.
Dec
6
4:00 PM16:00
Oakland: Rockridge Holidaze
You are invited to sip, sample, and shop your way through a joyous evening in Oakland's Rockridge district.
Dec
6
to Jan 3
San Jose: Laser Holiday Magic
Celebrate the season with Laser Holiday Magic. We've gathered a selection of our favorite holiday tunes and brought them to life with gorgeous laser choreography.
