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Friday, December 6

Winter Festival Marketplace (Palo Alto)
Friday, December 6 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: $5*
*$5 per person, children 12 and under free
| Gamble Garden
Winter Festival Marketplace (Palo Alto)
Ring in the holidays at the Gamble Garden Winter Festival! Enjoy free coffee and one-stop shopping for holiday gifts, greenery, and décor in the festive Gamble Garden atmosphere. Friday, December 6, 10am-4pmSaturday, December 7, 10am-4pm $5 per person, includes 1 raffle ticket to win a beautifully decorated ...
Ruby’s Clay Studio Holiday Sale (SF)
Friday, December 6 – 10:00 am - Ends at 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE Visitors welcome to shop!
| Ruby's Clay Studio & Gallery
Ruby's Clay Studio Holiday Sale (SF)
One of a kind pottery perfect for holiday gifting! On sale handmade mugs, vases, dinnerware, wall art and more! Opening reception:  Friday December 6th from 4-8 during the Castro Art Walk!  

SF’s Holiday Pop-Up Shop (Dec. 6-7)
Friday, December 6 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Shop from over 70 local makers!
| San Francisco Center (on the top floor)
SF's Holiday Pop-Up Shop (Dec. 6-7)
Visit and shop from local, San Francisco-based makers and small businesses. Over 70 local makers in this special 2-day pop-up shop at the San Francisco Center! Find all the vendors here: https://www.sf.gov/events/december-6-2024/holiday-pop-shop-day- Dec. 6, 1pm-5pm Dec. 7, 11am-4pm
“Shop Dine SF” Holiday Pop-Up w/ 70+ Local Makers (Dec. 6-7)
Friday, December 6 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Center (on the top floor)
"Shop Dine SF" Holiday Pop-Up w/ 70+ Local Makers (Dec. 6-7)

Shop from over 70 local makers in this special 2-day pop-up shop at the San Francisco Center! Day 1 – 1-5p, Day 2 – 11a- 4[ Day 1 Vendors Visit and shop from local, San Francisco-based makers and small businesses: Aaron Eminger WatercolorsAlexander Nurseries and Garden ...

Winter Wonderland at Marin Art and Garden Center (Dec. 6-15)
Friday, December 6 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free entry. Pay for skating, workshops, theater, and some activities.
| Marin Art and Garden Center
Winter Wonderland at Marin Art and Garden Center (Dec. 6-15)
Winter Wonderland at Marin Art and Garden Center  Winter Wonderland returns December 6–15, 2024 with the Ross Auxiliary Winterfest December 7. Skating tickets are on sale now! Lace up your skates for a spin under falling snow and twinkling lights! $30 per person (+fees) includes skate ...
2024 Peppermint Bark Day at Ghirardelli Square (SF)
2024 Peppermint Bark Day at Ghirardelli Square (SF)
Visit the Main Plaza of Ghirardelli Square for the annual celebration of Peppermint Bark Day with Ghirardelli Chocolate and Creative Communal from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Meet Santa for photos and pick up a Peppermint Bark Square, create your holiday gifts at our arts and ...
North Beach Vintage Holiday Market 2024
Friday, December 6 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*1 drink minimum
| Yesterdays Collective
North Beach Vintage Holiday Market 2024
Yesterdays Collective presents the North Beach Holiday Market on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the recently landmarked Paper Doll building, 524 Union Street. This festive event, set in the heart of North Beach, will offer a unique shopping experience ...
Holiday Village at Bay Street Emeryville (Dec. 6-8)
Friday, December 6 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Bay Street Emeryville
Holiday Village at Bay Street Emeryville (Dec. 6-8)
All the best in food, style, and drinks collide at the Bay St. Holiday Village! Discover Bay Area-based emerging small biz Pop-UP shops in a festive setting! Sip Hot Cocoa and holiday-inspired cocktails. Shop from small business artisan Pop-UP shops. Eat from the yummy food shops, desserts, and ...
2024 Bay Street Tree Lighting (Emeryville)
Friday, December 6 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Bay Street Emeryville
2024 Bay Street Tree Lighting (Emeryville)
Savor the warmth of festive moments with loved ones {and while you’re at it, savor the new Bay Street Emeryville at our annual Tree Lighting Event}. Join The City of Emeryville and Bay Street Emeryville as we unwrap the magic of togetherness at the 2024 ...
Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)
Friday, December 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Healdsburg Plaza
Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)
Celebrate the holidays on the Plaza with the annual Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting! Bring your family and friends to enjoy a winter wonderland downtown with carriage rides, live music, a holiday night market, and much more.
North Beach Holiday Night Market (SF)
Friday, December 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Outdoor Night Market
| Grant Avenue from Vallejo to Filbert
North Beach Holiday Night Market (SF)
Join Us for the North Beach Holiday Night Market! Step into the holiday magic of North Beach as we light up the neighborhood with cheer! Stroll down the iconic Grant Avenue and enjoy: Live Music & EntertainmentLocal Artists, Shops & MakersDelicious Food from Neighborhood FavoritesHoliday Activities for ...
Holiday Night Market & First Friday Art Walk (North Beach)
Friday, December 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free - no ticket required
| Professor Seagulls SmartShop
Holiday Night Market & First Friday Art Walk (North Beach)
Holiday Night Market & First Friday Art Walk Friday, December 6, 2024 5-10pm Group Art Opening at Professor Seagull’s SmartShop 1351 Grant Ave Local Artist Market at Live Worms Gallery 1345 Grant Ave
Oakland’s “First Friday” Holiday Craft Fair (December 2024)
Friday, December 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP would be ideal but can just walk-in.
| The Crown: Royal Coffee Lab & Tasting Room
Oakland's "First Friday" Holiday Craft Fair (December 2024)
Get into the holiday cheer this December’s First Friday as we celebrate the work of Team 841: the Biomechs, Richmond High School’s Robotics team. Enjoy festivities with holiday art (fabricated by the robotics students), music, and hors d’oeuvres. The art will be auctioned – all ...
Petaluma Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)
Friday, December 6 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Theatre Square Plaza
Petaluma Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)
Join an evening of fun and welcome in the Holidays with the Theatre Square tree lighting event! Live music and performances including Santa’s Mailbox, visit with Santa, a laser light show, and more! Friday, December 6, 5:30p-7:30p, Tree Lighting at 6:30p ~ FREE ~
Creative Growth’s 50th Anniversary Holiday Show (Oakland)
Friday, December 6 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Creative Growth Art Center
Creative Growth's 50th Anniversary Holiday Show (Oakland)
Held at the Creative Growth Art Center, this beloved tradition transforms the space into a vibrant, one-of-a-kind marketplace where holiday shoppers can discover unique gifts created by our talented artists. From ceramics and textiles to paintings and sculptures, the show features an incredible selection of ...
Big Cat Smol Cat – Holiday Cat Art Show (Oakland)
Friday, December 6 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, RSVP, All Ages
| Helvella Art
Big Cat Smol Cat - Holiday Cat Art Show (Oakland)
Big Cat Smol Cat — Holiday Art Show Calling all feline fans! Join us for a show full of Big Cats and Small Cats alike! Our cat-themed holiday artshow features 30+ local artists, giftable art, merch and limited edition prints, meowth-watering okonomiyaki (japanese savory pancakes), drinks and ...

Saturday, December 7

Laurel Burch Studios Holiday Gift Fair & Art Making (Berkeley)
Saturday, December 7 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free gift with purchase at checkout if you mention FUNCHEAP
| Laurel Burch Studios Flagship Store
Laurel Burch Studios Holiday Gift Fair & Art Making (Berkeley)
Celebrate the Art of Giving at Laurel Burch Studios Holiday Gift Fair! Live Colorfully. Shop Colorfully! California artist Laurel Burch’s vibrant designs make uniquely personal gifts in colorfully creative patterns and hues for just about everyone on your list – and you’ll receive especially nice prices ...
Oakland Holiday Marketplace (Dec.7-8)
Saturday, December 7 – 9:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Temple Sinai
Oakland Holiday Marketplace (Dec.7-8)
Temple Sinai Oakland Holiday Marketplace Join us for a festive weekend full of holiday cheer, local shopping, and delicious bites! Dates and Times: Saturday, December 7: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday, December 8: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Temple Sinai, Oakland (2808 Summit St) ✨ Event Highlights: Free Admission – ...
Pop-Ups on the Plaza: Black Holiday Market (SF’s Ferry Building)
Saturday, December 7 – 9:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
Pop-Ups on the Plaza: Black Holiday Market (SF's Ferry Building)
Celebrate local Black-owned businesses and get ready for the holiday season with a day of delicious food, crafts, community, and family fun at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market. The south arcade of the Ferry Building will be transformed for a special holiday market featuring 15+ ...
Holiday Magic Farmers’ Market (Sunnyvale)
Saturday, December 7 – 9:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| Sunnyvale Farmer’s Market
Holiday Magic Farmers' Market (Sunnyvale)
Join us for Holiday Magic at the Downtown Sunnyvale Farmers’ Market! On Saturday, December 7th, Cityline is bringing the holiday cheer to Sunnyvale. Stop by our booth for: Holiday Cards with Goyangii: Write heartfelt messages to your loved ones (Free!) Limited to the first 100 ...
Burlingame’s Winter Market (Dec. 7-8)
Saturday, December 7 – 9:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Burlingame Community Center
Burlingame's Winter Market (Dec. 7-8)
Join us for our 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! Be sure to stop by!
SF’s “Mercatino di Natale” Italian Christmas Market (Dec.7-8)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free Admission
| Museo Italo Americano
SF's "Mercatino di Natale" Italian Christmas Market (Dec.7-8)
Saturday, December 7 – Sunday, December 8, 2024 Join us for our traditional Mercatino di Natale—a festive Italian Christmas Market that’s the perfect place to find unique gifts for your loved ones! On Saturday, December 7 (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM) and Sunday, December 8 (10:00 AM ...
Holiday Market (Petaluma)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The WTRSHD
Holiday Market (Petaluma)
Join us for UNDER ONE ROOF’s HOLIDAY MARKET Saturday, December 7th from 10 AM to 4 PM! Sip, snack and holiday shop from over 30 of the bay areas best small businesses and artisans. Ash Austin Ceramics, AuntieJJ’s, Cacio E Pepe Tarot, Cody Ferris, Demby Co. ...
2024 Winter Wonders Marketplace (San Jose)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Willow Glen Middle School
2024 Winter Wonders Marketplace (San Jose)
Come join us for our first annual Winter Wonders Marketplace, a holiday craft fair for the entire family! You’ll find a delightful variety of homemade gifts from local artists. Come get in the holiday spirit! Vendor fees benefit Willow Glen Cares, a local nonprofit that ...
Holiday Bazaar at Westborough Middle School
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Open to the public
| Westborough Middle School
Holiday Bazaar at Westborough Middle School
Get some holiday shopping done and support local small businesses and the students at Westborough Middle School!  Organized by the Parent Teacher Student Association, this  Holiday Bazaar will be held in the multi-use room and free to the public. There will be 14 vendors selling ...
SF’s Nest and Gap Inc. Holiday Makers Market (Dec. 7-8)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*This is a public event and your RSVP is greatly appreciated but not required to attend.
| Gap Inc.
SF's Nest and Gap Inc. Holiday Makers Market (Dec. 7-8)
Join Nest and Gap Inc. in celebrating the creative spirit of San Francisco at a holiday market! Gap Inc. will open the doors of its 2 Folsom Headquarters, December 7-8, welcoming Bay Area shoppers for a Holiday Makers Market spotlighting local talent. Representing a wide range ...
San Francisco Baltic Christmas Fair (2024)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free admission to the marketplace and free raffle entry for all guests
| Latvian Hall
San Francisco Baltic Christmas Fair (2024)
Christmas time is almost here – come enjoy a taste of Baltic holiday traditions at the San Francisco Baltic Christmas Fair, and support our local communities! Free admission to the marketplace all day. Hot food and drink available. • Makers, sellers, and artisans from the local ...
Muir Beach 2024 Holiday Arts Fair (Dec. 7-8)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Muir Beach Community Center
Muir Beach 2024 Holiday Arts Fair (Dec. 7-8)

The Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair returns to the beautiful Muir Beach Community Center (19 Seacape Drive) on Saturday, December 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday shoppers can browse charming booths featuring original ...

2024 Handcrafted Holiday Sale at Walnut Creek (Dec. 7-8)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Center for Community Arts
2024 Handcrafted Holiday Sale at Walnut Creek (Dec. 7-8)
Saturday, December 7 & Sunday, December 8 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Join us for a weekend of holiday shopping with handcrafted items made by Community Arts’ teaching artists and students! This year’s Handcrafted Holiday Sale will include over 55 artist vendors across ceramics, photography, drawing, painting, ...
Redwood City’s “Hometown Holidays” Festival & Parade (2024)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free! All Ages! * There is a fee for the Petting Zoo, food and rides.
| Courthouse Square
Redwood City's "Hometown Holidays" Festival & Parade (2024)
Get ready for a jolly day of festive fun at Redwood City’s Hometown Holidays on December 7th, from 10am-6pm! Whether rain or shine, downtown and Courthouse Square will be packed with fun for the whole family. Enjoy a spectacular parade, live entertainment, thrilling carnival rides, ...