Join your neighbors in festive fun in Ashland! Our guide highlights all the community events and activities. Whether Ashland is your home base or your holiday escape, our guide maximizes your seasonal enjoyment.
Popular Events: Experience the enchanting Holidays at Filoli, where historic gardens twinkle with holiday lights and seasonal decorations create a picturesque backdrop for family memories. Featuring a weekend of festive cheer, Filoli Santa Weekends allows children to meet Santa in a cozy, charming setting. And don't forget Treasurefest, a delightful market showcasing local artisans and unique gifts—perfect for finding that special something for your loved ones. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Ashland
- Holidays at Filoli (San Francisco)
- Filoli Santa Weekends (San Francisco)
- Treasurefest (San Francisco)
- Crocker Holiday Artisan Market (Sacramento)
- Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Half Moon Bay)
- Sonoma Holiday Boutique Craft Fair (Sonoma)
- Pleasanton Harvest Festival (Pleasanton)
- Walnut Creek Octoberfest (Walnut Creek)
- Santa Rosa Art & Wine Festival (Santa Rosa)
- Chequamegon Area Choir Christmas Concerts
See these and even more events listed below!
Ashland Holiday Light Displays
Holidays at Filoli
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday displays and behind-the-scenes tours of a historic estate.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Filoli with breathtaking garden lights, elegant tea services, and family-friendly activities amidst a beautifully decorated historic estate.
Where: San Francisco | More Info: Holidays at Filoli
Ashland Holiday Markets and Shopping
Treasurefest
What to Expect:
Dog-friendly event with local music, art, and food.
Description:
TreasureFest is a monthly festival celebrating all things local on Treasure Island in San Francisco. It features local music, art, food, and emerging brands, creating a vibrant community experience.
Where: San Francisco | More Info: Treasurefest
Crocker Holiday Artisan Market
What to Expect:
High-quality, hand-made items by local artisans.
Description:
The Crocker Holiday Artisan Market is a three-day juried art festival featuring over 100 regional artists showcasing high-quality, one-of-a-kind treasures in glass, textiles, wood, ceramics, paper, photography, and more. Meet the artists, enjoy live music, and support creative arts while shopping for unique gifts.
Where: Sacramento | More Info: Crocker Holiday Artisan Market
Sonoma Holiday Boutique Craft Fair
What to Expect:
Unique gifts from local artisans.
Description:
The Sonoma Holiday Boutique Craft Fair is a two-weekend event featuring unique gifts and handmade products from over 20 local artisans. The fair will be held at the historic clubhouse of the Sonoma Valley Woman’s Club, one-half block from the Sonoma Plaza. Items for sale include original jewelry, ceramics, fiber crafts, crochet/knit wear, handcrafted soaps and potions, and more.
Where: Sonoma | More Info: Sonoma Holiday Boutique Craft Fair
Pleasanton Harvest Festival
What to Expect:
Celebrating local artisans and community traditions.
Description:
The Pleasanton Harvest Festival is a family-friendly event celebrating local artisans, farmers, and community traditions. Enjoy live music, craft vendors, and delicious food while shopping for unique gifts and seasonal items.
Where: Pleasanton | More Info: Pleasanton Harvest Festival
Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center Homemade Holiday Bazaar
What to Expect:
Handcrafted gifts and local artisans.
Description:
The Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center Homemade Holiday Bazaar features locally made gifts, handmade crafts, artwork, and photography. Enjoy a variety of holiday treats and decorations in a festive atmosphere.
Where: Ashland | More Info: Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center Homemade Holiday Bazaar
Ashland Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Garland City of the North Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Classic parade with marching bands and festive floats.
Description:
The Garland City of the North Christmas Parade is an old-fashioned hometown parade featuring marching bands and Christmas-themed floats. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their elves will be in attendance, making it a memorable start to the holiday season.
Where: Ashland | More Info: Garland City of the North Christmas Parade
Chequamegon Area Choir Christmas Concerts
What to Expect:
Community-driven Christmas concert with a 65-70 member choir.
Description:
The Chequamegon Area Choir presents their 52nd Annual Christmas Concerts, "Never Been a Night Like This," featuring a diverse repertoire of vocal music to promote community spirit. The concerts will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Ashland and St. Louis Catholic Church in Washburn.
Where: Ashland | More Info: Chequamegon Area Choir Christmas Concerts
Ashland Other Holiday Activities
Filoli Santa Weekends
What to Expect:
Santa photo opportunity in a historic garden setting
Description:
Snap a photo with Santa at Filoli's hidden workshop, then enjoy a stroll through the luminous Garden. This event offers a unique opportunity to capture timeless memories with Santa in a picturesque setting.
Where: San Francisco | More Info: Filoli Santa Weekends
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
What to Expect:
World-class pumpkin carvings and live music.
Description:
The Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival is a 52nd annual celebration in Half Moon Bay, CA, featuring over 250 booths with handcrafted arts and crafts, live music, the Great Pumpkin Parade, expert pumpkin carvings, pie-eating and costume contests, and a variety of delicious food and drinks.
Where: Half Moon Bay | More Info: Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
Walnut Creek Octoberfest
What to Expect:
Family-friendly German cultural celebration with live music and gourmet food.
Description:
Walnut Creek Oktoberfest is a 2-day family-friendly event celebrating German culture with live entertainment, music, dancing, gourmet food, and artisan vendors.
Where: Walnut Creek | More Info: Walnut Creek Octoberfest
Santa Rosa Art & Wine Festival
What to Expect:
Unique blend of art, wine, and local music.
Description:
The Santa Rosa Art & Wine Festival features California artists showcasing original works, local music performances, and an array of cultural food opportunities. Enjoy eclectic DJ sets by DJ Bank$hot and captivating youth performances.
Where: Santa Rosa | More Info: Santa Rosa Art & Wine Festival
Open Skate at the Bay Area Civic Center
What to Expect:
Free skateboarding lessons and equipment provided.
Description:
Open Skate at the Bay Area Civic Center offers a fun and active experience with ample floor space and convenient downtown location, perfect for all ages and abilities.
Where: Ashland | More Info: Open Skate at the Bay Area Civic Center
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- San Lorenzo (1 miles)
- Castro Valley (2 miles)
- Hayward (3 miles)
- San Leandro (3 miles)
- Union City (9 miles)
- San Ramon (9 miles)
- Alameda (10 miles)
- Dublin (10 miles)
- Danville (11 miles)
- Oakland (11 miles)
- Newark (12 miles)
- Fremont (12 miles)
- Foster City (13 miles)
- Lafayette (13 miles)
- San Mateo (15 miles)
- Walnut Creek (15 miles)
- Belmont (15 miles)
- Berkeley (15 miles)
- San Carlos (15 miles)
- East Palo Alto (16 miles)
- Burlingame (16 miles)
- Redwood City (16 miles)
- Visitacion Valley (16 miles)
- South San Francisco (16 miles)
- Millbrae (16 miles)
- San Bruno (17 miles)
- Menlo Park (17 miles)
- Mission District (17 miles)
- Palo Alto (18 miles)
- Chinatown (18 miles)
- San Francisco (18 miles)
- Pleasant Hill (18 miles)
- Noe Valley (18 miles)
- El Cerrito (19 miles)
- Livermore (19 miles)
- Daly City (19 miles)
- Concord (20 miles)
- Richmond (21 miles)
- Pacifica (21 miles)
- Los Altos (21 miles)
- Mountain View (21 miles)
- San Pablo (22 miles)
- Martinez (22 miles)
- Sunnyvale (23 miles)
- Hercules (24 miles)
- Bay Point (25 miles)
- Benicia (25 miles)
- Santa Clara (25 miles)
- Cupertino (26 miles)
- Pittsburg (26 miles)
- Antioch (27 miles)
- San Jose (27 miles)
- Brentwood (28 miles)
- Vallejo (29 miles)
- Campbell (30 miles)
- San Rafael (30 miles)
- Saratoga (30 miles)
- Oakley (30 miles)
- Los Gatos (33 miles)
- American Canyon (34 miles)
- Tracy (38 miles)
- Suisun (38 miles)
- Fairfield (39 miles)