Thursday, December 4
Walnut Creek on Ice (‘Til Jan. 19, 2026)
Celebrate 20 years of winter magic at Walnut Creek on Ice! Our beloved holiday tradition returns to Civic Park for another season of skating, laughter, and frosty fun in the heart of Downtown Walnut Creek. Glide beneath the lights, cozy up by the firepits, and ...
SF’s PIER 39 60-Foot Christmas Tree Lighting (2025)
Pier For The Tree Lighting!
Kick off the holiday season with us and witness PIER 39’s 60-foot live Christmas Tree “come to life” with it’s first performance of the year at 6 PM!
PIER 39 Christmas Tree Lighting
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 5p – 9p
The Embarcadero & ...
The Art of Assignment Writing (SF)
Dive into the world of exceptional assignment writing with a full-day event dedicated to mastering the skills of crafting compelling academic and professional submissions. Learn how to create impactful, structured, and engaging content that resonates with readers and meets academic or professional standards.
This event brings ...
SFMOMA’s “Free First Thursdays” Free Museum Day for Locals
All residents of the nine Bay Area counties are invited to spend a day at the museum on us! From noon–8 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month, Bay Area residents can enjoy SFMOMA’s galleries filled with lively and inspiring art and related events ...Monthly
The Last “Supermoon” of 2025 Over San Francisco
Thursday, December 4 – 4:26 pm - Ends at 7:05 am |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco Bay Area
This is the final supermoon of 2025, with the Moon near its closest approach to Earth, appearing slightly larger and brighter than usual.
The Moon will be directly opposite the Sun, with its face fully illuminated. This phase occurs at 23:15 UTC. Early Native American tribes ...
Bernal Heights Holiday Stroll 2025 (SF)
Thursday, December 4 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Bernal Heights
Join us for our annual Holiday Stroll along Cortland on Thursday, December 4th from 5-8:00. We will have live music outside the library, Vega’s Pizzeria, Vino Rosso and a Mariachi group strolling from Seafood Station to 3rd Cousin. Santa will again be at the Bernal ...
2025 Holidays on Fourth Street: Girls Night Out | Berkeley
Thursday, December 4 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Fourth Street (Berkeley)
Dazzling Holiday Lights Each Night On each night starting at dusk, Fourth Street street sparkles with cheer every night at about 5PM. Holiday lights embroider every tree and glowing balls of light dangle from the branches. Enjoy the three blocks of beauty with friends and ...
SF’s Drag Queens on Ice 2025 (Union Square)
Thursday, December 4 – All Day |
Cost: $35 | Union Square Park
One of San Francisco’s favorite holiday traditions returns for the 2025-26 holiday season. Since 2008, The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square has delighted children and adults with its holiday-themed ice park located in Union Square. Gather your family and friends for a beloved ...
Friday, December 5
SF’s 2025 “Winterfest” at Salesforce Park (Dec. 5-7)
The most wonderful time of the year is nearly here! The 6th annual Winterfest returns to TJPA’s Salesforce Park, December 5-7, 2025! The holiday festivities begin on the night of December 5th with live music from the band Magic Nostalgia, dancing, and a countdown to ...
“Let’s Glow SF” 2025: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Fest (Opening Night Celebration)
Friday, December 5 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest FREE holiday projection arts festival, is making a triumphant return to downtown San Francisco for its fifth and grandest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly event runs for 10 nights from December 5-14, 2025. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating eight ...
Ruby’s Clay Studio & Gallery Holiday Sale 2025 (SF)
Friday, December 5 – 10:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Ruby's Clay Studio & Gallery
Ruby’s Clay Studio & Gallery Annual Holiday Sale!
Opening reception on 12/5 from 4-8pm during the monthly Castro Art Walk.
Gallery open daily from 10a-7p until 12/23.
Stop by to purchase unique one-of-a-kind pottery for your family and friends!
Winter Festival Marketplace (Palo Alto)
Get ready for the holidays at the Winter Festival Marketplace! Enjoy free coffee and one-stop shopping for holiday gifts, greenery, and décor in the festive Gamble Garden atmosphere.
Featuring:
A Festive Marketplace with artists and vendors in the Gamble house and outdoors under a canopy of twinkling ...
SF’s “St. Nicholas” 2025 Xmas Bazaar at Star of the Sea Church (Dec. 5-7)
Friday, December 5 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Star Of The Sea Church
A Christmas fair with many beautiful items for sale, from 3pm Friday December 5th to 3pm Sunday December 7th at Star of the Sea Church in San Francisco.
STAR OF THE SEA STELLA MARIS
St Nicholas
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
“FIND THOUGHTFUL GIFTS FOR YOUR LOVED ONES”
HAND MADE ARTS & CRAFTS, ...
Ghirardelli’s Free Peppermint Bark Day (2025)
Friday, December 5 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
| Ghirardelli Square
Meet Santa for photos and pick up a Peppermint Bark square, create custom holiday crafts, take a holiday photo and so much more. All Peppermint Bark-themed, and all FREE.
Enjoy festive holiday-themed experiences:
Santa Photos: Santas back to spread holiday cheer, bring your family for a photo ...
Mission Bay Holiday Market (Spark Social SF)
Mission Bay Holiday Market
Celebrate the holiday season with your Mission Bay neighbors at the Mission Bay Holiday Market! Jingle and mingle with a cozy, family-friendly evening filled with festive cheer, holiday activities, and joyous fun. Bring your loved ones – kids, pets, friends – and ...
Gap’s 2nd Annual Holiday Market w/ SF’s Creative Talents (Dec. 5-6)
Nest and Gap Inc. are thrilled to announce the return and expansion of the Gap Inc. x Nest Holiday Makers Market, taking place on December 5-6, 2025, at 2 Folsom St. in San Francisco, CA. This year’s market will be open to the public for ...
Hayes Valley’s 35th Annual Holiday Stroll (2025)
Friday, December 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Hayes Valley
Join your neighbors for the Hayes Valley Holiday Stroll! Hosted by the Hayes Valley Merchants Council and the Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association, the event takes place Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5–9pm.
This free community celebration is made possible by sponsorships from The Chris Larsen Fund, ...
Petaluma Tree Lighting Celebration (2025)
Friday, December 5 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Theatre District - Square Plaza
Ring in the Holidays at Theatre Square Plaza!
Join Santa & Mrs. Claus as they Light Up The Square with their giant sparkling Christmas Tree in the middle of Theatre Square! The festivities will start with Santa’s Arrival, live music, laser show, and other festive performances. ...
Gamelan Sekar Jaya Live at Berkeley’s Ashkenaz
Gamelan Sekar Jaya brings the vibrant traditions of Bali to the stage at the Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center.
This year we are doing two shows in one night! Join us on December 5th at 7pm for a performance with our Gong Kebyar ensemble, ...
Saturday, December 6
Oakland’s “Rockridge Holidaze” Holiday Stroll & Celebration (2025)
You are invited to sip, sample, and shop your way through a joyous evening in Oakland’s Rockridge district.
Check people off your holiday list by taking advantage of special offers, pop-up vendors, kids’ activities, and a community craft fair. Bring the whole family to experience music ...
SF’s 2025 “Winterfest” at Salesforce Park (Dec. 5-7)
The most wonderful time of the year is nearly here! The 6th annual Winterfest returns to TJPA’s Salesforce Park, December 5-7, 2025! The holiday festivities begin on the night of December 5th with live music from the band Magic Nostalgia, dancing, and a countdown to ...
“Let’s Glow SF” 2025: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 5-14)
Saturday, December 6 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the nation’s largest FREE holiday projection arts festival, is making a triumphant return to downtown San Francisco for its fifth and grandest year yet. This all-ages, family-friendly event runs for 10 nights from December 5-14, 2025. Experience breathtaking animated projections illuminating eight ...
Holiday Artisan Craft Fair at Mission Community Woodshop (SF)
Saturday, December 6 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Mission Community Woodshop
Come join us at the Mission Community Woodshop from 10am to 4pm. We have your gift list covered, from ceramics and jewelry to cards and original paintings. And of course, a huge selection of handmade wooden home goods: cutting boards, frames, rolling pins, dough scrapers, ...
3rd Annual Burlingame Winter Market
Join us for the 3rd annual Winter Market! Shop unique, local and handmade gifts for all your holiday needs. The weekend will include some family friendly activities, holiday music and of course some tasty treats! We are proud to announce the Burlingame Youth Advisory Committee ...
37th Annual Sunnyvale Holiday Craft Fair w/ 60+ Local Makers (Dec. 6-7)
37th annual Holiday Craft Fair. Meet over 60 local makers, find unique handcrafted gifts, and experience the joy of community.
www.fhsholidaycraftfair.org
@fhsholidaycraftfair
www.facebook.com/FHSHolidayCraftFair/
Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair (Dec. 6-7)
Saturday, December 6 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Muir Beach Community Center
A beloved coastal tradition returns as the Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair once again transforms the Muir Beach Community Center (19 Seacape Drive) into a festive marketplace on Saturday, December 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 7, from 10 a.m. to ...
“Mercatino di Natale” SF’s 2025 Italian Christmas Market (Fort Mason)
We are delighted to announce that Mercatino di Natale 2025, our beloved Italian Christmas Market, will take place on December 6th from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and on December 7th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Join us for two festive days filled with the charm, flavors, and artistry of an authentic ...
Palo Alto’s $4 Lego Holiday Show “The Great American Road Trip” (Dec. 6 – Jan. 10)
Saturday, December 6 – 11:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: $4 | Museum of American Heritage
Join us for this year’s BayLUG LEGO® Holiday Show! This year’s theme is The Great American Road Trip.
Explore LEGO® displays of iconic American road trip views Saturdays and Sundays between December 6, 2025 and January 10, 2026 from 11 am to 3 pm.
Admission is $4/person ...
“East Bay Open Studios” Two Weekends w/ 180+ Artists (Winter 2025)
Discover art this holiday season! East Bay Open Studios is back for two weekends this December with over 180+ artists opening their studios to the public. This free, self-guided event invites you to visit artist studios, pop-ups, and galleries in Oakland, Berkeley, and beyond. ...
Victorian Holiday: Caroling + Tours at Rengstorff House (Mountain View)
Enjoy Victorian holiday charm with caroling, holiday museum tours led by costumed docents, a keepsake mini-workshop, and more.
Festivities
Catch the charm of the season and the uplifting voices of Lyric Theatre Victorian Carolers at the beautifully decorated museum home.
Meet costumed docents offering historical commentary and tours, make authentic ...
