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2025 Macy’s Holiday Windows & Adorable Puppies & Kittens: Final Day | Union Square

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 - 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Macy’s (Union Square) | 170 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA
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2025 Macy’s Holiday Windows: SF’s Cutest Puppies & Kittens | Nov. 21 – Dec. 31

SPCA

Get ready for a heartwarming holiday tradition as adoptable rescue animals return to Macy’s 39th 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 everyone that every pet deserves a loving home. Join in spreading the message of love and companionship!

Macy’s + SF SPCA Holiday Windows 2025
Friday, November 21 – Wednesday, December 31, 2025 (Wednesday–Sunday, noon–5pm*. Macy’s will be closed on 11/27 and 12/25.)
Macy’s Union Square, 170 O’Farrell Street, San Francisco
FREE

It’s that time of the year again when the puppies and kittens take over the windows of Union Square! This beloved San Francisco holiday tradition is back again, bringing smiles and stealing hearts this season. Our adoptable puppies and kittens are ready to find their forever homes as they romp and play in the windows.

Macy’s in Union Square unveils their Annual Holiday Windows with elaborately decorated holiday window displays all along the outside of the building, featuring some adorable (and adoptable) cats and dogs to help benefit the San Francisco SPCA to find these furry friends a new home.

Watch Puppies and Kittens on the Holiday Live Cams
November 21–December 31
9am–6pm daily

 Our live cams let you fall in love from anywhere. Watch some of our adoptable (and adorable) animals and discover why the best parts of the holidays aren’t gift-wrapped. 

 

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Macy's Holiday Windows Final Day | 2025 Macy’s Holiday Windows: SF’s Cutest Puppies & Kittens | Nov. 21 – Dec. 31

Upcoming 2025 Macy’s Holiday Windows: SF’s Cutest Puppies & Kittens | Nov. 21 – Dec. 31 Events

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Downtown San Francisco, Holiday Festivities, Holidays, In Person, Kids & Families, New Year's Eve, San Francisco, Weekend Events Guide - December 29, 2023-January 1, 2024
Address: 170 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA

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