Thursday, November 21
Alcatraz City Cruises: Alcatraz Behind The Scenes Tour (Nov. 3-Mar. 8)
Thursday, November 21 – 2:15 pm - Ends at 7:15 pm |
Cost: $101.30 | Alcatraz Landing
Venture into the hidden depths of Alcatraz on Alcatraz City Cruises’ exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour! Discover areas not otherwise available to the public! Join a group of 30 people or fewer on a guided 4-5 hour adventure to explore off-limits areas and hear little-known-stories about the ...
17,000 Lights at SF’s Embarcadero Center Annual Building Lighting Ceremony (2024)
Thursday, November 21 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Embarcadero Center
Kick off the holiday season at the 38th Annual Building Lighting Ceremony and watch as Embarcadero Center illuminates the San Francisco skyline with 17,000 holiday lights!
38th Annual Building Lighting Ceremony
Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 5:30pm-ish
Embarcadero Center, San Francisco
FREE
Lighting takes place “as the night draws to ...
$5 Tix: “Holiday Sing-Along” w/ the SF Gay Men’s Chorus (2024)
Get ready to sleigh the holidays with the 2nd Annual Holiday Sing-Along at the Chan National Queer Arts Center!
Join our fabulous hosts, Jacob Stensberg and Danny Sullivan, for an evening of pure festive fun as you sing your heart out with members of the San ...
2024 San Jose’s “Downtown Ice” Ice Skating Opening Day (Nov. 21-Jan. 20)
Located at 120 S. Market St., the downtown San Jose rink opens on Thursday, November 21 and operates daily through January 20, 2025. Skate in true California style. A local tradition since 1994, Downtown Ice in San Jose is the only rink in the world that ...
Friday, November 22
Alcatraz City Cruises: Alcatraz Behind The Scenes Tour (Nov. 3-Mar. 8)
Friday, November 22 – 2:15 pm - Ends at 7:15 pm |
Cost: $101.30 | Alcatraz Landing
Venture into the hidden depths of Alcatraz on Alcatraz City Cruises’ exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour! Discover areas not otherwise available to the public! Join a group of 30 people or fewer on a guided 4-5 hour adventure to explore off-limits areas and hear little-known-stories about the ...
Free Ice Skating Lessons at Union Square Holiday Rink (Final Day to Register)
Friday, November 22 – All Day |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
One of San Francisco’s favorite holiday traditions returns for the 2024-25 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. First (100) guests skate for free during the ...
2024 “IlluminOdyssey” Dazzling Winter Lights (Nov. 16-Jan. 26)
IlluminOdyssey is back! Catch the light November 16, 2024–January 26, 2025. Inspired by the science of light, IlluminOdyssey is an immersive, interactive installation that will mesmerize kids and adults of all ages*. CuriOdyssey’s four-level Redwood Hall will transform into a glowing forest of science—light your ...
2024 Macy’s Holiday Windows: SF’s Cutest Puppies & Kittens (Opening Day)
Friday, November 22 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Macy's (Union Square)
Get ready for a heartwarming holiday tradition as adoptable rescue animals return to Macy’s 38th Holiday Windows, bringing joy and cheer to the festive displays. Macy’s, in partnership with the San Francisco SPCA, aims to inspire families to consider the joy of adopting a furry friend, reminding ...
Afternoon Teas at SF’s Historic Victorian Haas-Lilienthal House (November 22-24)
Bring friends and family together to kick off the holiday season with afternoon tea at the historic Haas-Lilienthal House.
Our partners at Lovejoy’s Tea Room are curating a menu of perfectly-blended pots of tea, savory finger sandwiches, scones, and sweets served on fine china in our formal dining ...
2024 City Center’s 50 Ft. Tree Lighting Celebration (San Ramon)
Friday, November 22 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Bishop Ranch 1
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with our enchanting Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa Arrival on Friday, November 22, at 6 pm! Enjoy heartwarming performances by the talented Monte Vista band, singers, and dancers. Witness the magic as Santa makes his grand entrance.
And ...
San Ramon Civic Center Tree Lighting Ceremony (2024)
Friday, November 22 – 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | 6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd Suite 2650
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with our enchanting Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa Arrival on Friday, November 22, at 6 pm! Enjoy heartwarming performances by the talented Monte Vista band, singers, and dancers. Witness the magic as Santa makes his grand entrance.
And ...
California Academy of Sciences: Welcome Winter Night
Kick off the winter season with the Academy’s evening event for science fans of all ages! See what our animals get up to after hours and enjoy special themed activities like live reindeer viewing, cookie decorating, magic shows, and more. Whether you’re a curious child ...
Saturday, November 23
Alcatraz City Cruises: Alcatraz Behind The Scenes Tour (Nov. 3-Mar. 8)
Saturday, November 23 – 2:15 pm - Ends at 7:15 pm |
Cost: $101.30 | Alcatraz Landing
Venture into the hidden depths of Alcatraz on Alcatraz City Cruises’ exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour! Discover areas not otherwise available to the public! Join a group of 30 people or fewer on a guided 4-5 hour adventure to explore off-limits areas and hear little-known-stories about the ...
‘Tis the Season for Science
From the tundra to the Himalaya to the desert, come meet some of the cutest baby animals from across the world at the Academy this winter. From Nov. 23 through Jan. 5, ‘Tis the Season for Science offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to connect with baby ...
SF’s 40th Annual Great Dickens Christmas Fair (Nov. 23-Dec. 22)
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair is a one-of-a-kind immersive adventure into Victorian London ~ an elaborate holiday party with hundreds of costumed players performing and interacting with patrons in over 140,000 square feet of theatrically-lit music halls, pubs, dance floors, and festive shops. The Great ...
2024 “IlluminOdyssey” Dazzling Winter Lights (Nov. 16-Jan. 26)
IlluminOdyssey is back! Catch the light November 16, 2024–January 26, 2025. Inspired by the science of light, IlluminOdyssey is an immersive, interactive installation that will mesmerize kids and adults of all ages*. CuriOdyssey’s four-level Redwood Hall will transform into a glowing forest of science—light your ...
2024 Christmas Boutique (Colma)
Welcome to the 2024 Christmas Boutique!
Come join us at Holy Angels Church for a festive shopping experience filled with unique gifts and holiday cheer. Our boutique will feature a variety of vendors offering handmade crafts, delicious treats, and one-of-a-kind treasures perfect for gifting or treating ...
Holiday Night Market (Sunnyvale)
South Bay Makers and Cityline Sunnyvale proudly present the 1st Annual Urban Holiday Night Market featuring The Mighty Giants.
Join us for this free event featuring over 25 vendors, live painting, caricatures, live music, lino block printing workshop, family fun, food, beverages, and more!
Saturday, November 23rd ...
2024 Merry Meritage Tree Lighting Ceremony at The Meritage Resort and Spa (Napa)
One of Wine Country’s most beloved holiday traditions is just around the corner, with the return of The Meritage Resort and Spa’s Merry Meritage. With the largest outdoor ice skating rink in Napa, live music, festive foods, spectacular live skating performances and plenty of holiday ...
Winter Fundraiser w/ Free Coffee & Raffles (Palo Alto)
Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening!
Saturday, November 23rd
Get ready for a night of great food, drinks, and entertainment in support of TEL HI! The evening will feature a delicious paella dinner by Chef Val Desuyo, local beer and wine, live entertainment, exciting raffle prizes, and ...
Lighting on the Sonoma Plaza 2024
Saturday, November 23 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | The Historic Sonoma Plaza
It’s the brightest evening in Sonoma Wine Country as we celebrate the Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza 2024 with food, wine, beer, music and thousands of bright lights.
Local performers, food vendors, and making sure that the holiday tree is lit with the power and energy ...
Sunday, November 24
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
Sunday, November 24 – 9:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Sunset Mercantile (Outer Sunset)
Sunset Mercantile’s weekly outdoor market featuring farmers, ranchers, food trucks, live music, children’s activities, vendors, makers, merchants, artists, and local organizations. Bring the whole family for free seasonal art activities at the Sunset Mercantile Artship. Enjoy shopping an array of farm fresh produce, artisan goods. ...Every Sunday
“Manny’s Neighborhood Trash Cleanup” w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)
Tired? Sunday Funday. Wired? Sunday done-day. Make our neighborhood better, brunch with cool people (sorry not sorry, we’re biased), get deals to some fave local spots, and wrap it up before the Sunday Scaries hit with an easy hour of picking up trash around our ...Every Sunday
SF’s 40th Annual Great Dickens Christmas Fair (Nov. 23-Dec. 22)
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair is a one-of-a-kind immersive adventure into Victorian London ~ an elaborate holiday party with hundreds of costumed players performing and interacting with patrons in over 140,000 square feet of theatrically-lit music halls, pubs, dance floors, and festive shops. The Great ...
SF’s “Sundays at the Beach” Free Yoga Day (Great Highway)
Sunday, November 24 – 12:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | The Great Highway
Come flow with us every 4th Sundays! After the community yoga class, enjoy a cup of coffee on us at @javabeachsf to warm you up from our San Francisco summer weather. 12pm, Judah and Great Highway Park BYO mat and coffee mug. No registration required, ...Monthly
Thursday, November 28
Volunteer for Thanksgiving Day Visits & Meal Deliveries to SF Older Adults
Thursday, November 28 – 10:00 am - Ends at 12:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | TBD (in SF) - Address will be sent in confirmation email
Get ready to spread some Thanksgiving cheer with LBFE!
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Thanksgiving festivities, where you can make a real difference:
In-person visit with meal delivery (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Meal delivery only (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Important:Thanksgiving meals must be picked up in ...
Thanksgiving Day Ice Skating at Union Square’s Holiday Ice Rink
One of San Francisco’s favorite holiday traditions returns for the 2024-25 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. First (100) guests skate for free during the ...
2024 Thanksgiving Day Ice Skating at San Jose’s “Downtown Ice”
Located at 120 S. Market St., the downtown San Jose rink opens on Thursday, November 21 and operates daily through January 20, 2025. Skate in true California style. A local tradition since 1994, Downtown Ice in San Jose is the only rink in the world that ...
Friday, November 29
A Season of Winter Wonder at Chabot Space & Science Center (Nov. 29 – Jan. 5)
Chabot Space & Science Center has announced a joyful celebration of wonder, science, fun and coming together for all ages throughout the holiday season.
From November 29, 2024 through January 5, 2025, visitors will enjoy all-new events and features like Sock Skating all season, two event-packed ...
Black Friday at SF’s 40th Annual Great Dickens Christmas Fair
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair is a one-of-a-kind immersive adventure into Victorian London ~ an elaborate holiday party with hundreds of costumed players performing and interacting with patrons in over 140,000 square feet of theatrically-lit music halls, pubs, dance floors, and festive shops. The Great ...
