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The Veranda, the East Bay’s favorite shopping, dining and entertainment destination, welcomes back everyone’s favorite — and longest lasting — outdoor winter skating attraction: Ice at the Veranda! Opening Friday, Nov. 7, and running through Feb. 16, advance tickets are always recommended. Season passes are also available, which include unlimited skating during operating hours and […] 
Polar Play Days return Nov. 22 with hands-on science for the season: interactive exhibits, seasonal STEAM labs, and holiday DIY crafts. Only at The Tech Interactive in Downtown San Jose. Plan your day at thetech.org. What to expect: Interactive exhibits Seasonal STEAM labs and pop-up experiments Make-and-take holiday crafts Fun for families, friends, and curious […]
$38.00
Dash away to a winter wonderland destination with Merry Meritage in Napa Valley! Starting November 25, the renovated Meritage Resort and Spa will transform into a spectacular winter wonderland in the heart of Wine Country, becoming California's North Pole. With holiday activities to delight everyone in the family, the magic starts from the moment you […] 
Escape to Merry Meritage and experience a magically festive world at The Meritage Resort and Spa. Enjoy Napa’s largest outdoor ice rink, festive events, and holiday fun for everyone this season. Merry Meritage, a beloved annual tradition for Bay Area locals and families from all over California and beyond, is back for the most wonderful […]
Free – $300
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Come to Bay Street Emeryville for the annual tree lighting celebration, 3 to 9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5! Throughout the evening, there will be free photos with Santa on Bay Street Emeryville’s second floor; trackless train rides; visits from holiday characters, including the Grinch; food and drinks at the restaurants and eateries, including hot chocolate […]
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San Francisco - Dec 5th, 2025 The legendary Georgian band MGZAVREBI is bringing their magic across the ocean. 🇬🇪 Their songs “Waltz”, “Ananke”, “Mjera”, “O, Moda Moda”, “Sakartveloa” and many more have already won thousands of hearts worldwide — and now you can feel them live. MGZAVREBI are unlike anyone else: powerful polyphonic voices, soulful […]
$75 – $657
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This holiday season, there’s a brand-new reason to celebrate in the city: a fresh, kid-powered take on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is lighting up the stage at San Francisco’s Young Performers Theatre (YPT). Written by 13-year-old actress and playwright Katherine Gargiulo and performed entirely by children ages 4 to 13, this inventive adaptation brings […]
$7
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Make Good Market is back for a weekend dedicated to celebrating community and craft, featuring workshops and demonstrations, holiday goodies, and sweet treats. The Tile Factory will play host to over 35 special guests and vendors—old and new—with a wide array of goods including home textiles and furniture, apparel, jewelry, glassware, and art. The Heath […]
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🎄 PUPPET WARS presents: “Silent Night, Broken Strings” 🎄 FAMILY FRIENDLY LIVE at Almanac Adventureland – Alameda | Saturday, December 6th | 6:30 PM The puppets return for one final battle of the year… and this time, it’s holiday havoc! Join us for Puppet Wars: Silent Night, Broken Strings — our very first Christmas-themed pro […]
$20 – $25
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The Kaululehua Hawaiian Cultural Center is excited to announce its aloha-filled, family-friendly annual Holiday Art & Craft Fair which will take place at the beautiful Harvey Milk Arts and Cultural Center on Sunday December 7, 2025 from 10-5pm. It will be a day to shop for unique Hawaiian arts & crafts, to experience delightful Hawaiian […]
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Join us for an evening celebrating the hope of humanity at the 20th Annual World Tree of Hope Lighting Ceremony — a San Francisco tradition that unites thousands of wishes from around the world into one luminous symbol of peace. Standing 22 feet tall and adorned with more than 20,000 hand-folded origami cranes, the World […]
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The Magic of Holiday Heroes Presented by Zenni Optical Returns in its 16th Year to Oracle Park on Tuesday, December 9 To Bring the Holiday Spirit While Raising Funds for Underserved Children and Families in the San Francisco Bay Area. Guests at Holiday Heroes will enjoy an array of interactive activities including a100-foot slide, a […]
$250
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Join us on a guided journey through our campus, featuring an in-depth look into our PS-G12 classrooms! Learn more about our experiential Waldorf curriculum as you explore our campus, see our teachers & classes in action, and have an opportunity to have your questions answered with a Q&A with faculty and our Admissions Director. Parents […]
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Join us for the Polk Street Holiday Sip & Stroll in San Francisco on Thursday, Dec. 11 from 4 to 8pm! Enjoy wine and beer tastings, holiday shopping, and festive cheer with the whole family along Polk St. between California St. & Broadway. The event is free to attend! To participate in the wine & […]
$35
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FREE COFFEE & DONUTS FOR SF PARENTS ☕ We're bringing a little caffeine and community into the weekend as we celebrate our soft launch. 📍 This Saturday at Koret Children’s Carousel, Golden Gate Park. ⏰ 9am - while supplies last. Hosted by Warmly, a new way to receive and gift care, not clutter. Warmly can […]
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Get into the holiday spirit The Box Shop way! Join us for Holly Daze, The Box Shop’s December Open House + Makers Market: an afternoon of art, local makers, hands-on creativity, and community. Wander through San Francisco’s largest industrial art space, explore our outdoor sculpture yard and 140+ murals, peek inside working artist studios, and […]
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Bring your camera for Selfies with Santa in the Atrium at 945 Market on December 13 & 14 from 1pm – 5pm. Enjoy some shopping at IKEA and head to Saluhall to explore its culinary destinations highlighting everything from artisan pizza and smash burgers to Indian and Indonesian fare. Parking at 945 Market is accessible […]
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Women's Team Takes on Sacramento State, Followed by Men's Squad vs. Loyola Chicago Chase Center will host the annual USF Legacy, the college basketball double-header featuring the University of San Francisco (USF) men’s and women’s teams, on Wednesday, December 17. The event marks the sixth time both USF teams will play at Chase Center, with […]
$27.00
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The Berkeley Youth Choir is a brand-new, vibrant training and performance program for young singers in the East Bay, offering exceptional musical education grounded in centuries of choral tradition. Participants will explore a wide range of repertoire, develop healthy vocal technique, and build strong ensemble skills under the guidance of experienced faculty. Through rehearsals, performances, […]
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Celebrate the Festival of Lights with us at Thrive City's Winter Wonderland Hanukkah Celebration! Join us for a memorable evening as we light the menorah followed by live entertainment including music from Jerry’s Kosher Deli All Star Band, festive treats, and arts & crafts. Ice skating will also be open on a first-come, first-served basis, […]
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Celebrate the Festival of Lights with us at Thrive City's Winter Wonderland Hanukkah Celebration! Join us for a memorable evening as we light the menorah followed by live entertainment including music from Jerry's Kosher Deli All Star Band, festive treats, and arts and crafts. Ice skating will also be open on a first-come, first-serve basis, […]
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Kick off the Winter season at Chabot with WinterFest FREE for Members, $24 Adults, $19 Children (2-12) and Seniors (65+) Join us for a two-day celebration that marks the launch of Winter at Chabot! The Center comes alive with festive energy. Enjoy live music, face painting, and special activities that blend holiday cheer with cosmic […]
$19 – $24
Come check out People's Circus Theatre's third run of Reindeer Games at the Children's Creativity Museum! Santa’s Reindeer are back! Santa’s Reindeer anxiously await Christmas Eve when they get to fly Santa’s sleigh. How will they pass the time? Playing Reindeer Games, of course! People’s Circus Theatre’s unique blend of world-class circus, live music, and […]
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Sock Skating at The Tech Slide, spin, and giggle your way through the holidays at The Tech Interactive’s indoor sock skating rink. Just put on your coziest socks and glide across the smooth rink surface. Designed for first-timers and seasoned sock skaters alike, this experience is beginner-friendly, weather-proof, and perfect for all ages. It’s a […]
$38.00
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Chase Center will host its second annual Invisalign® Bay Area Women’s Classic on Sunday, December 21, 2025. The women’s college basketball doubleheader will feature Stanford University facing the University of Oregon, followed by California (Cal) taking on the University of Southern California (USC). Both games will be televised by ESPN, with Stanford and Oregon tipping […]
$36.50
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Glide into the holiday season at Winter Wonderland Ice Skating in Thrive City! Join us for a smooth synthetic ice skating experience in the heart of Mission Bay! To see all Winter Wonderland events, please click here. Ice skating sessions are between 20-30 minutes. Space is limited to first-come, first-served. Eventbrite registrations will receive priority […]
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The Tech Interactive is bringing the sparkle with Laser ABBA, a feel good laser spectacular set to the music everyone loves. Step into the Bay Area’s largest Dome Theater and dance through ABBA’s biggest hits as dazzling lasers and vibrant colors fill the dome. From disco era classics to pure pop joy, this immersive show […]
$16.00
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Barcrawlerz is taking over San Jose this NYE! Barcrawlerz is a San Jose Bar Crawl like no other. Crawl 'Til the Ball Falls features The Best Drink Specials and The Best Bars in Town. PARTICIPATING BARS: CASH ONLY THE BRIT CARAVAN LOUNGE MINI BOSS THE OLD WAGON SALOON SAN PEDRO SOCIAL STILL O.G. / ALTER […]
$19.25
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Celebrate the culture of Kwanzaa and ring in 2026 at our Winter Wonderland Kwanzaa and Noon Year’s Eve Celebration! Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy Soji Sai Afrobeats from The Rock and Roll Playhouse. Enjoy cultural performances from the Diamano Coura West African Dance Company, a countdown drop at 11:59AM, arts & craft stations, […]
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