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SF’s PIER 39 60-Foot Christmas Tree Lighting (2025)

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Thursday, December 4, 2025 - 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free
Pier 39 | Pier 39, The Embarcadero, San Francisco CA
San Francisco

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Submitted by the Event Organizer

Pier For The Tree Lighting!

Kick off the holiday season with us and witness PIER 39’s 60-foot live Christmas Tree “come to life” with it’s first performance of the year at 6 PM!

PIER 39 Christmas Tree Lighting
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 5p – 9p
The Embarcadero & Beach Street, SF
FREE

$10 parking discount when you book in advance.

What to Expect

  • To-Go Adult Beverages: This year, you can sip a to-go cocktail or drink from any of the participating bars and restaurants while enjoying the celebration.
  • Live Music: Death & Taxes Swing Band will perform a rockin’ holiday set.
  • Complimentary Photos with Santa Claus
  • Christmas Carolers and Roaming Entertainment
  • Additional Seasonal Events: PIER 39 has many more festive activities planned this season.

The best way to watch the tree perform? Bring a to-go beer, wine, or cocktail! Grab your drink of choice from any participating restaurant and enjoy it on the pier.

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*
*Free
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Christmas, Eating & Drinking, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music, Sponsored, Tree + Holiday Lightings
Venue: Pier 39
Address: Pier 39, The Embarcadero, San Francisco CA