Here’s a round-up of fun and fabulous May festivals, street fairs, and events including San Francisco’s Carnaval, The Bay’s Huge “626 Night Market,” Bay to Breakers, and more you can look forward to this May 2024.
> We’ll be updating this guide with more May events soon!
May 4, 2024 – SF (Golden Gate Park) – FREE – Bring the family to de Young Museum for their annual free all-day celebration of the arts with a museum takeover of art activities and hands-on activities.
May 12, 2024 – SF (Embarcadero) – FREE* (Pay What You Wish) – The Exploratorium opens up its doors to everyone each year to celebrate Mother’s Day. It’s typically the only “pay what you wish” day all year.
May 17-19, 2024 – Pleasanton (Alameda County Fairgrounds) – $5 – Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, come ready to feast and explore 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music, and entertainment attractions.
May 17 – Oct. 18, 2024 – SF – FREE – This free outdoor movie series, the only one of its kind in the Bay Area, will feature seven films in seven parks across San Francisco, beginning on Friday, May 17, at Dolores Park with a Selena sing-along.
May 19, 2024 – SF (From Howard & Main to the Great Highway) – FREE to watch or ‘race’ unofficially – Welcome back to “Bay to Breakers,” the crown jewel of San Francisco events since 1912 with 20,000+ people racing (and 100,000+ watching) from the Bay to the Breakers at the western end of Golden Gate Park in a costumed mass of everything we love about San Francisco.
May 25-26, 2024 – SF (Mission Dist.) – FREE – San Francisco’s Carnaval features a free, two–day festival covering 17 blocks in the Mission District, with five main stages, 50 local performing artists, and 400 vendors, plus its Grand Parade which boasts a 60-contingent lineup, with over 3,000 artists representing the cultural heritages of Brazil, Mexico, Panama, Bolivia, Cuba, Peru, Puerto Rico, Nicaragua, Colombia, Trinidad & Tobago, Guatemala, El Salvador, and more.
Thursday, November 21
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 ...
2024 Holiday Market w/ Free Cocktails at Embarcadero Center (SF)
Thursday, November 21 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Urban Patio of Three Embarcadero Center, Street Level
Join us for a magical evening at our Holiday Market! Dive into the festive spirit as you shop local artisans and retailers, groove to live music, sip on delightful drinks, and savor tasty lite bites. Plus, discover the mystique of tarot readings to add a ...
Friday, November 22
50th Annual Napa “Gifts n Tyme” Holiday Faire (Nov. 22-24)
Friday, November 22 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Napa Chardonnay Hall
Gifts ‘n Tyme Holiday Faire – 50th Annual ~ Napa, CA’ – November 22th, 23th & 24th, 2024 Come be part of a Napa Valley holiday tradition! Shop, Eat, and be Merry! The Faire highlights 82 local and regional artists of original crafts, artwork, holiday ...
Saturday, November 23
Bay Area’s 1st Unofficial “Taco Bell Triathlon” (Pacifica to SF)
We have no idea what to make of this, but it sounds like it could be a sh*tshow (in a good way) – a triathlon where you eat Taco Bell along the way (and we hope some bathrooms?) – starting at the world’s most beautiful ...
50th Annual Napa “Gifts n Tyme” Holiday Faire (Nov. 22-24)
Saturday, November 23 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Napa Chardonnay Hall
Gifts ‘n Tyme Holiday Faire – 50th Annual ~ Napa, CA’ – November 22th, 23th & 24th, 2024 Come be part of a Napa Valley holiday tradition! Shop, Eat, and be Merry! The Faire highlights 82 local and regional artists of original crafts, artwork, holiday ...
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 ...
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 ...
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
San Francisco Fall Holiday Chocolate Salon and Festival 2024
DO YOU LOVE CHOCOLATE? Discover, taste and savor the finest in artisan, gourmet and premium chocolates & confections for the Season and the Holidays at the FALL HOLIDAY CHOCOLATE SALON & FESTIVAL
Get Advanced Tickets – $20.94 $21.99 – save $1 with exclusive code FUNCHEAP (we ...
50th Annual Napa “Gifts n Tyme” Holiday Faire (Nov. 22-24)
Sunday, November 24 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Napa Chardonnay Hall
Gifts ‘n Tyme Holiday Faire – 50th Annual ~ Napa, CA’ – November 22th, 23th & 24th, 2024 Come be part of a Napa Valley holiday tradition! Shop, Eat, and be Merry! The Faire highlights 82 local and regional artists of original crafts, artwork, holiday ...
Vegan Pop Up Market at Exit Now
Last event of the season! Join us for a day of fun, sun, music, and awesome plant-based food! Join us in Richmond for the best vegan pop up market in the East Bay. Your purchase supports local business and animal rescue! Buy from East Bay ...
Friday, November 29
Ghirardelli Square’s 2024 Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 29 – 4:30 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Ghirardelli Square
The 2024 holiday photo season has officially arrived! Visit Ghirardelli Square on a festive Christmas night with your loved ones to capture cherished memories with Santa. Enjoy the annual holiday performance by the SF Boys Chorus, singing classic holiday tunes around the fountain in the ...
2024 Festival of Lights Parade (Niles)
Friday, November 29 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Niles
The Christmas season kicks off in Niles with the annual Festival of Lights Parade, always on the Friday after Thanksgiving.
The Niles Festival of Lights and Parade for many Fremont residents signals the start of the holiday season. This wonderful holiday tradition typically features over 60 ...
Saturday, November 30
Thanksgiving Weekend San Francisco Crystal Fair (Nov. 30 – Dec. 1)
The Thanksgiving Weekend San Francisco Crystal Fair is taking place at the San Francisco County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park. It will host the largest collection of crystals, beads, minerals jewelry and metaphysical healing tools that you’ve ever seen in our fair city. Thousands ...
“Holidays Thrift Fest” w/ 150+ Vintage Vendors (Alameda County Fairgrounds)
Back for one day by popular demand, just in time for the Holidays! Thrift Fest is a celebration of vintage & maker vendors featuring clothing from years gone by as well as featuring one of a kind jewelry, collectibles, home goods, & more.
A selection of ...
Sunday, December 1
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
Sunday, December 1 – 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
“Spiritual WTF” Holiday Marketplace (Walnut Creek)
Welcome to the Spiritual WTF?! Holiday Marketplace! Join us at the Heather Farm Community Centerfor a unique shopping experience. Discover a variety of spiritual and whimsical gifts perfect for the holiday season. From crystals to tarot cards, essential oils to handmade jewelry, you’ll find something ...
Thanksgiving Weekend San Francisco Crystal Fair (Nov. 30 – Dec. 1)
The Thanksgiving Weekend San Francisco Crystal Fair is taking place at the San Francisco County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park. It will host the largest collection of crystals, beads, minerals jewelry and metaphysical healing tools that you’ve ever seen in our fair city. Thousands ...
3rd Annual Interfaith Holiday Kick Off (SF)
Join us for a Heartwarming Celebration at the 3rd Annual Interfaith Holiday Kick Off!
Celebrate the spirit of unity and joy at St. Mark’s Square’s 3rd Annual Interfaith Holiday Kick Off on Sunday, December 1st. This festive afternoon will be filled with holiday cheer, offering something for everyone in ...
Monday, December 2
2024 Nob Hill Tree Lighting Ceremony (SF)
Monday, December 2 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Huntington Park
The Nob Hill Association will host its annual Nob Hill Tree Lighting Ceremony on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 5:30 – 7:30 pm. This year’s event will include:
Live seasonal music from the popular French American Jazz Quartet
Cookies and hot beverages courtesy of the InterContinental Mark ...
Castro Holiday Tree Lighting 2024 (SF)
Monday, December 2 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Bank of America Plaza (CA)
Castro Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony 2024
📅 Date: December 2, 2024
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
📍 Location: Bank of America Plaza at 501 Castro Street
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Wednesday, December 4
Holiday Boutique & Craft Fair “Christmas at Kohl” (Burlingame)
Christmas at Kohl
The public is cordially invited to the Mercy High School Alumnae Association’s annual Holiday Boutique Christmas at Kohl on Wednesday,December 4, 2024; from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Kohl Mansion. The mansion formerly known as The ...
The Ritz-Carlton SF’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony 2024 (SF)
Wednesday, December 4 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 7:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Ritz Carlton Hotel
Join us at our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, hosted by Betty Yu (KTVU-TV Fox 2) and Liam Mayclem (KCBS Radio) and a Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area child. The complimentary-to-the-public event will feature live entertainment with Dickens-era carolers and trumpeters, the legendary tree lighting at the ...
Thursday, December 5
SF’s New Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays”
Thursday, December 5 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Second Street (South of Market)
Get ready, San Francisco, for the return of this brand new free monthly party coming back to Downtown SF. A new, free, all-ages street party comes to Downtown SF every first Thursday of the month, from 5-10pm. Free kids activities, disco, two outdoor bars, live ...Monthly
Berkeley’s Annual Holiday Gift Fair (2024)
Thursday, December 5 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 7:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Spend your holidays in Downtown Berkeley! The Chamber’s 6th Annual Holiday Gift Fair is coming back on Thursday, December 5th from 3 to 7pm at Hotel Shattuck Plaza. Get gifts for everyone on your list in one place while supporting local businesses. First 100 shoppers ...
SF’s Muni’s 1st Annual SweaterFest (2024)
Thursday, December 5 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Chinatown - Rose Pak Station Rooftop Plaza
Get Ready for Muni’s 1st Annual SweaterFest!!
‘Tis the Season to embrace the outrageous! Put on your Icons of San Francisco Sweater or your favorite festive creation and join fellow Muni riders and staff for an afternoon filled with joy and camaraderie. Show off your wildest ...
Friday, December 6
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Fest (Opening Night Celebration)
Friday, December 6 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Hayes Valley’s 34th Annual Holiday Stroll (2024)
Friday, December 6 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Hayes Valley
The 34th Annual Hayes Valley Holiday Stroll
Join Us for an Evening of Holiday Merriment
Music! Shopping! Performers! Kids activities! And more!
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Saturday, December 7
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 6-15)
Saturday, December 7 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
Oakland Holiday Marketplace (Dec.7-8)
Saturday, December 7 – 9:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Temple Sinai
Temple Sinai Oakland Holiday Marketplace
Join us for a festive weekend full of holiday cheer, local shopping, and delicious bites!
Dates and Times:
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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
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 ...
Oakland Vintage Market (First Saturday of the Month)
Saturday, December 7 – 10:00 am - Ends at 3:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Narrative
Oakland Vintage Market hosted by Narrative is a curated selection of vendors selling clothing, records, furniture, home decor and more. First Saturday of the month 10:00-3:00 222 Jefferson St, Oakland, CAMonthly
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, ...
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 ...
MMclay Holiday Market (SF)
Saturday, December 7 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | MMclay Showroom
Come by the MMclay Showroom for our Holiday Market! Shop local makers, sip on coffee, snack on pastries, and find the perfect holiday gift.
Admission is free!
SF’s The Fern Alley Music Series: Holiday Market (Dec. 7-14)
Saturday, December 7 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Fern Alley
Join Music City in partnership with Lower Polk CBD, Polk Neighbors, OEWD, and Avenue Greenlight for an unforgettable day of music, food, and community right in the heart of the Lower Polk.
✨ Enjoy festive cheer, snap photos with Santa, and share your holiday wish list. ...
Berkeley Waterside Workshops Youth Festival (2024)
Join the City of Berkeley, Waterside Workshops, and our neighbors at the recently renovated Aquatic Park for the 2024 Berkeley Aquatic Park Youth Festival on Saturday, December 7!
Let’s celebrate Berkeley’s youth and the community-based organizations that support them with an afternoon full of family fun. ...
BART’s “SweaterFest” 2024 (Rockridge BART Station)
Saturday, December 7 – 1:00 pm - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Rockridge Station (College Ave. @ Keith).
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Dec 7, 1pm to 4pm, at Rockridge Station (College Ave. @ Keith). Wear your BART holiday sweater from any year and enjoy crafts, cookies, music, and more. We’ll take a group photo of everyone in their sweaters during the event.
The Last Supper Party: Poetry and Music Series (SF)
Join us for the next installment of The Last Supper Party, featuring performances by Lewis Jordan, Giovanna Lomanto, and Lisa Graciano, curated by Kimi Sugioka at Temo’s Cafe!
About The Last Supper Party Series
Inspired by Fe Bongolan’s painting, this monthly series showcases diverse artists addressing social ...
Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade (2024)
Saturday, December 7 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Downtown Calistoga
The Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade is an amazing event that brings over 10,000 visitors to Calistoga. Don’t miss this enchanting night filled with holiday cheer and community spirit!
Join us for the annual Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade on December 7th, a dazzling holiday tradition that lights ...
Sunday, December 8
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
Sunday, December 8 – 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
SF Holiday Maker Market & Chocolate Gallery 2024 (SF’s Ferry Building)
A one-day-only holiday market with everything made right here in San Francisco. Get your gifts and stocking stuffers—and maybe something nice for yourself—from local brands.
In addition, the holiday market will include a Chocolate Gallery filled with San Francisco chocolate makers. Share the joy of locally ...
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 6-15)
Sunday, December 8 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
52nd San Francisco Fungus Fair: A Celebration of Wild Mushrooms (2024)
Sunday, December 8 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: $23.18 | El Camino High School
Mushroom displays, talks, workshops, crafts, ID tables, activities, vendors, food and more. Meet David Arora author of Mushrooms Demystified
Tickets will be available at the door.
Sunday, December 8, 2024, 10:00am – 5:00pm
When the first rains tease up the chanterelles and porcini, fungus lovers head to the ...
Muir Beach 2024 Holiday Arts Fair (Dec. 7-8)
Sunday, December 8 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Muir Beach Community Center
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 ...
La Peña’s Holiday Mercado: Shop Local Artisans & Crafts (Berkley)
Sunday, December 8 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | La Peña Cultural Center
La Peña’s Annual Holiday Mercado – Buy Local for the Holidays! Find the perfect handcrafted gifts for your loved ones while supporting over 40 local artisans and vendors. Discover unique crafts, Latin American imports, and enjoy delicious traditional foods. Bring the whole family and shop ...
2024 5th Annual Bernal Heights “Holidays on the Hill” Faire (SF)
Sunday, December 8 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Bernal Heights
The Bernal Heights annual neighborhood “Holidays on the Hill” event is BACK. It’s Sunday, December 8th from 11am to 4pm.
Neighbors started this during the pandemic for people to get to know their neighbors and support local artists, craftspeople and small businesses. Now we are celebrating ...
Mission Craft Holiday Market (SF)
Join us for a fun day of craft market shopping with some of the most talented artists and makers in the SF Bay Area on Sun. Dec 8th from 11am-5pm! Whether you are looking for a new set of beautifully made ceramic bowls, restocking your ...
2024 3rd Annual “Winter Wonderland” Faire at Aquatic Fourth Street Berkeley
We are excited for the return of our holiday market where you can support small businesses, shop for holiday gifts for friends and family, and get your grub on with amazing foods that just happen to be plant based!
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Bring fun and don’t forget:
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Monday, December 9
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 6-15)
Monday, December 9 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
Tuesday, December 10
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 6-15)
Tuesday, December 10 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
Wednesday, December 11
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 6-15)
Wednesday, December 11 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
Thursday, December 12
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 6-15)
Thursday, December 12 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
22nd Annual Montclair Village Holiday Stroll (Oakland)
Thursday, December 12 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Montclair Village
Create lasting memories with loved ones and enjoy the festive community cheer that connects us all and feels good! Kids can get their professional winter wonderland photos taken with Santa ($35), visit crafting stations, get their faces painted, and climb on the OFD Parade Rig.
Adults ...
2024 Artful Wonderland Holiday Soiree (Emeryville)
Thursday, December 12 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | The Compound Gallery & Interdisciplinary Studios
It’s back!— The Compound Gallery is working with scores of creative elves to welcome holiday shoppers to Artful Wonderland from December 12th-20th. We will kick off the shopping extravaganza on Thursday, December 12th 5-8pm with our Holiday Soireé, including a Photo Booth, hot cider, music, ...
Friday, December 13
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 6-15)
Friday, December 13 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
Union Square’s 2024 “Winter Walk” (Dec. 13-22)
Friday, December 13 – 10:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Lower Stockton Street
Winter Walk returns to Union Square from December 13 – 22, located on Stockton Street to O’Farrell to Post! This 10-day event will turn two blocks into a pedestrian plaza with lush turf, diverse food truck offerings, enticing bars, and Instagram-worthy arctic-themed décor. Enjoy live performances and ...
SF’s “Chinatown Night Market” 2024 (Every Second Friday)
Friday, December 13 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco Chinatown (Grant Ave.)
Chinatown night markets are back! Kicking off March 8, 2024, and continuing the second Friday of the month throughout the rest of the year. Chinatown Night Market 2024 Every Second Friday | 5:30-9p Grant Ave. from Sacramento to Jackson, San Francisco FREE The Civic Joy ...Monthly
Saturday, December 14
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Dec. 6-15)
Saturday, December 14 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
SF’s “Gifts at the Garden” Holiday Market (Dec.14-15)
Saturday, December 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco County Fair Building
Saturday, December 14, 12-5pm and Sunday, December 15, 10am-5pm
Support local and sustainable crafts this year at Gifts at the Garden, a free-to-attend curated market of sustainable, local, and fair-trade gifts alongside exclusive Gardens of Golden Gate Park merchandise, books, and art. The market will host ...
2024 Kimochi “Silver Bells” Holiday Craft & Food Fair (SF)
Saturday, December 14 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | St. Mary's Cathedral
Kimochi’s Silver Bells Craft & Food Fair is one of San Francisco’s most anticipated arts & craft fairs during the holiday season. Find Asian and Asian American-inspired handicrafts and goodies for your holiday gifts. A raffle featuring items from the event’s vendors will be held ...
San Jose’s “Makers Market on the Row” (December 2024)
Saturday, December 14 – 11:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Santana Row
Don’t miss out on our last market of the year, the place to get all your holiday shopping done in one go!
The perfect gift is waiting for you!
We would love to see you there!!
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Saturday, December 14th, 2024 – from 11 am to 5 pm!
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Emeryville’s “Artful Wonderland” 2024 (Dec. 12-20)
Saturday, December 14 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | The Compound Gallery & Interdisciplinary Studios
It’s back!— The Compound Gallery is working with scores of creative elves to welcome holiday shoppers to Artful Wonderland from December 12th-20th. We will kick off the shopping extravaganza on Thursday, December 12th 5-8pm with our Holiday Soireé, including a Photo Booth, hot cider, music, ...
SFClayworks Free Holiday Market (2024)
Saturday, December 14 – 12:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | SFClayworks
Join us for a festive afternoon at SFClayworks! Get into the holiday spirit as you shop local artists and makers. Find beautiful ceramics and other handmade goodies for all your holiday gifts.
Free to attend, and family friendly.
SF’s Annual Parol Lantern Festival (2024)
Saturday, December 14 – 3:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
The Parol Lantern Festival takes place annually at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts every December. We invite you to participate in the Taste of Christmas, Parol Stroll and Tala Awards, and come together in the spirit of community.
The Parol lantern is the quintessential ...
The Last Look Holiday Show & Marketplace (SF)
You’ve made the style list at W San Francisco and SF Fashion. We invite you to celebrate this holiday season, in bold fashion, with a curated holiday pop-up market and evening show at The Last Look.
Shop the collection and funk up your festive attire, pick ...
Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade + Fireworks (2024)
Saturday, December 14 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:15 pm |
Cost: FREE | Gabrielson Park
Enjoy brightly decorated boats and a breathtaking fireworks show over the Bay.
Lighted Boat Parade and Fireworks
December 14, 2024 | 6 -7:15pm
Sausalito Waterfront – Gabrielson Park
5:00 pm Reserved Seating Opens
6:00 pm Lighted-Boat Parade begins
7:15 pm Fireworks
Where is the BEST place to watch the Parade from?
Gabrielson Park ...
Sunday, December 15
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
Sunday, December 15 – 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
“Let’s Glow SF” 2024: SF’s Huge Holiday Projection Arts Festival (Final Day)
Sunday, December 15 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | San Francisco's Financial District
Let’s Glow SF, the country’s largest holiday projection event, will return to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. From December 6th through 15th, this free outdoor holiday event will use high-tech projectors and lasers to showcase whimsical, large-scale pieces of animated art across the facade of ...
Patchwork Show Sacramento
Come and experience Patchwork Show Sacramento in the charming Old Sacramento Waterfront historic district. Browse through a diverse selection of goods from local vendors, and show your support for small creative businesses. Nestled amidst more than 125 shopping outlets, eateries, events, and attractions, this distinctive ...
Saturday, December 21
Makers Market on the Plaza at Walnut Creek
Saturday, December 21 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Broadway Plaza
Need that last minute gift idea?
You’ll be sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list (or yourself!) at our holiday market!
WHEN??: Saturday, December 21st | 11am-5pm ☀️
WHERE??: On Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, between Nordstrom & Macy’s ️
WHAT??: Local Makers & Artists ...
Makers Market in Old Town (Los Gastos)
Saturday, December 21 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Old Town
The holidays are HERE!
It’s time to get all those last minute gifts, and you’re in luck!
There is no better place than at our holiday market this Saturday! ❄️
>> WHEN?
Saturday, December 21st, 2024 – from 11 am to 5 pm!
>> WHERE?
Old Town Center, Los Gatos, CA ...
Sunday, December 22
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
Sunday, December 22 – 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
Union Square’s 2024 “Winter Walk” (Final Day)
Sunday, December 22 – 10:00 am - Ends at 9:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Lower Stockton Street
Winter Walk returns to Union Square from December 13 – 22, located on Stockton Street to O’Farrell to Post! This 10-day event will turn two blocks into a pedestrian plaza with lush turf, diverse food truck offerings, enticing bars, and Instagram-worthy arctic-themed décor. Enjoy live performances and ...
Wednesday, December 25
Union Square’s 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah (Dec. 25-Jan 2)
Wednesday, December 25 – 3:30 am - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Lighting it up since 1975! This is our 49th Year! The First Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel has inspired thousands of Menorahs around the world! Chanukah In Union Square Dec 25th – Jan 2nd The 1st Lighting: Wednesday, Dec 25th Bill Graham Menorah Day ...
Thursday, December 26
Union Square’s 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: 2nd Night
Thursday, December 26 – 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Lighting it up since 1975! This is our 49th Year! The First Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel has inspired thousands of Menorahs around the world! Chanukah In Union Square Dec 25th – Jan 2nd The 1st Lighting: Wednesday, Dec 25th Bill Graham Menorah Day ...
Friday, December 27
Union Square’s 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: 3rd Night
Friday, December 27 – 2:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Lighting it up since 1975! This is our 49th Year! The First Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel has inspired thousands of Menorahs around the world! Chanukah In Union Square Dec 25th – Jan 2nd The 1st Lighting: Wednesday, Dec 25th Bill Graham Menorah Day ...
Saturday, December 28
Union Square’s 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: 4th Night
Saturday, December 28 – 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Lighting it up since 1975! This is our 49th Year! The First Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel has inspired thousands of Menorahs around the world! Chanukah In Union Square Dec 25th – Jan 2nd The 1st Lighting: Wednesday, Dec 25th Bill Graham Menorah Day ...
Sunday, December 29
Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile
Sunday, December 29 – 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
Union Square’s 2024 Chanukah Festival: Bill Graham Menorah Day
Sunday, December 29 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Lighting it up since 1975! This is our 49th Year! The First Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel has inspired thousands of Menorahs around the world! Chanukah In Union Square Dec 25th – Jan 2nd The 1st Lighting: Wednesday, Dec 25th Bill Graham Menorah Day ...
Monday, December 30
Union Square’s 2024 Chanukah Festival: 6th Night
Monday, December 30 – 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Lighting it up since 1975! This is our 49th Year! The First Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel has inspired thousands of Menorahs around the world! Chanukah In Union Square Dec 25th – Jan 2nd The 1st Lighting: Wednesday, Dec 25th Bill Graham Menorah Day ...
Tuesday, December 31
Union Square’s 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: 7th Night
Tuesday, December 31 – 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Lighting it up since 1975! This is our 49th Year! The First Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel has inspired thousands of Menorahs around the world! Chanukah In Union Square Dec 25th – Jan 2nd The 1st Lighting: Wednesday, Dec 25th Bill Graham Menorah Day ...
Wednesday, January 1
Union Square’s 2024 Chanukah Festival: 25-Foot-Tall Menorah: Final Night
Wednesday, January 1 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Union Square Park
Lighting it up since 1975! This is our 49th Year! The First Giant Public Menorah outside of Israel has inspired thousands of Menorahs around the world! Chanukah In Union Square Dec 25th – Jan 2nd The 1st Lighting: Wednesday, Dec 25th Bill Graham Menorah Day ...
Thursday, January 2
SF’s New Monthly Block Party: “Downtown First Thursdays”
Thursday, January 2 – 5:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Second Street (South of Market)
Get ready, San Francisco, for the return of this brand new free monthly party coming back to Downtown SF. A new, free, all-ages street party comes to Downtown SF every first Thursday of the month, from 5-10pm. Free kids activities, disco, two outdoor bars, live ...Monthly
Saturday, January 25
San Francisco’s 2025 Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair (Jan. 25-26)
Saturday, January 25 – 10:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Chinatown
The Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair is held on the weekend before Chinese New Year Day. The Flower Fair is the place to come to purchase fresh flowers, fruits, candies and brand new supplies for the home to begin the new lunar year. Delight ...
Sunday, January 26
San Francisco’s 2025 Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair (Jan. 25-26)
Sunday, January 26 – 9:00 am - Ends at 6:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Chinatown
The Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair is held on the weekend before Chinese New Year Day. The Flower Fair is the place to come to purchase fresh flowers, fruits, candies and brand new supplies for the home to begin the new lunar year. Delight ...
Saturday, February 15
2025 Chinese New Year Street Fair in San Francisco (Feb. 15-16)
Saturday, February 15 – 10:00 am - Ends at 4:30 pm |
Cost: FREE | Chinatown
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of San Francisco’s exhilarating Chinatown during one of the community’s most exciting times of the year. The Chinatown Community Street Fair takes place the weekend of the Chinese New Year Parade. At the fair, experience Chinese cultural arts such ...
2025 Chinese New Year Parade: Route + Full Details (San Francisco)
Named one of the world’s top ten parades, the Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco is the largest celebration of its kind outside of Asia. It was started in the 1860s and takes place the weekend of the Chinese New Year Community Street Fair ...
Sunday, February 16
2025 Chinese New Year Street Fair in San Francisco (Feb. 15-16)
Sunday, February 16 – 9:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm |
Cost: FREE | Chinatown
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of San Francisco’s exhilarating Chinatown during one of the community’s most exciting times of the year. The Chinatown Community Street Fair takes place the weekend of the Chinese New Year Parade. At the fair, experience Chinese cultural arts such ...
