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2023 Holiday Festivities (San Francisco + Bay Area)

Annual holiday tree lightings, holiday light shows, Hanukkah celebrations, Christmas festivals and more in San Francisco and around the Bay.
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Embracing the holiday spirit in the Bay for 2023!

Bay Area comes alive with vibrant holiday cheer as the season approaches. From dazzling lights to festive markets, the region offers an array of delightful festivities for locals and visitors alike.

> Please note that we’ll be continuing to update our Holiday Festivities Guide for 2023


Monday, January 19

Walnut Creek on Ice (‘Til Jan. 19, 2026)
Monday, January 19 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm | Cost: $22.99*
*Starts at $22.99 General Admission for Ice Skating and Ice Slide (fees included)
| Walnut Creek Civic Park
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 ...

San Jose’s Holiday Ice Rink “Skate Under the Palms” Final Day
Monday, January 19 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: $21*
*$21 includes skate rentals
| Downtown Ice (San Jose)
San Jose's Holiday Ice Rink "Skate Under the Palms" Final Day

Located at 120 S. Market St., the downtown San Jose rink opens on Wednesday, November 26, and operates daily through January 19, 2026. Skate in true California style. A local tradition since 1994, Skate Under the Palms, formerly known as Downtown Ice in San Jose, ...