Christmas in San Francisco (2025)
Everything to do in SF on Christmas Eve and Day to help you escape family
By Johnny Funcheap - posted 12/22/2025
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The holidays are just around the corner and you are invited to get into the spirit at tree lightings and holiday festivals all over the Bay Area.
Grab your friends and family and marvel twinkling lights, hear carolers sing all your seasonal favorites, as the little ones tell Santa their Christmas wishes.
More Festive Fun:
SF Bay Area’s Most Festive Christmas Bars for 2025
SF’s Most Magical Tree Lightings & Holiday Events 2025
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San Francisco City Hall’s Brand New Winter Lights Show
San Francisco’s Cozy Winter Bars with Fireplaces (2025)
Friday, November 6
ZooLights at San Francisco Zoo (Nov. 6-Jan 3)
San Francisco Zoo & Gardens is thrilled to announce its all-new, two-month-long ZooLights evening holiday program that will light up the Zoo in spectacular fashion from November 6 through January 3, 2027. The nighttime event represents the return of ZooLights, which the Zoo last hosted ...
Sunday, November 15
Holiday Mercato w/ Artisan Cheese + Hand-Poured Candles (Sonoma)
The holidays are just around the corner, and it’s time to get festive! Join us at Jacuzzi for our annual Holiday Mercato, featuring seasonal products and gifts from Jacuzzi Family Vineyards and The Olive Press alongside a curated collection of local artisans and makers.
Shop art ...
Friday, November 27
2026 Cambria Christmas Market (Central Coast)
Step into a holiday tradition where twinkling lights, festive music, and the spirit of Christmas come together to create an unforgettable winter escape in the charming town of Cambria, California. Experience the magic of the Cambria Christmas Market, returning Nov. 27 through Dec. 31, 2026. ...
Friday, December 4
2026 Twisted Holiday Festival: 24 New Theater Performances in SF (Dec 4-20)
PlayGround closes out the summer season with the inaugural Twisted Holiday Festival, December 4th – December 20th, 2026, at Potrero Stage and simulcast. This three-week “fringe style” new works festival features 8 productions and 24 performances of new holiday-themed works (with a twist!) by talented ...
Saturday, December 5
City of San Rafael’s Winter Wonderland: 45th Anniversary
A beloved San Rafael holiday tradition returns with a new date this year for the 45th anniversary of Winter Wonderland on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm in Downtown San Rafael.
This free, family-friendly celebration will feature winter-themed activities, entertainment, and holiday ...
Saturday, December 19
Free 5th Annual Holiday Caroling w/ Cider + Treats (Novato)
Join Us for Holiday Cheer!
Saturday, December 19, 2026 • 4–6 PM
Join us for an evening filled with music, merriment, and holiday cheer!
Begin by listening to the wonderful Comfort & Joy Carolers, then join in as we promenade through historic Hamilton, singing beloved holiday favorites at ...
