Here's your comprehensive guide to the holidays in Granite Bay! Find all the top festive events and attractions. For Granite Bay devotees and casual tourists, our guide is your passport to festive fun.
One notable highlight is the Theatre of Lights, where downtown comes alive with a dazzling display of lights synchronized to beloved holiday tunes. Another unique experience awaits with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, where families can enjoy a magical journey reminiscent of the cherished story, complete with hot cocoa and carols. And the enchanting Holidays at Filoli is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring stunning gardens adorned with festive decorations. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Granite Bay
- Holidays at Filoli (Woodside)
- THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride (Sacramento)
- Theatre of Lights (Sacramento)
- The Nutcracker (Sacramento)
- Fairy Winterland (Oakland)
- Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round (Berkeley)
See these and even more events listed below!
Granite Bay Holiday Light Displays
Fairy Winterland
What to Expect:
Twinkling lights and diverse holiday displays.
Description:
Fairy Winterland at Children's Fairyland in Oakland, California, features thousands of twinkling lights, cultural celebrations, and activities like ornament making, candle dipping, and visits with Santa Claus.
Where: Oakland | More Info: Fairy Winterland
Granite Bay Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Theatre of Lights
What to Expect:
Live dramatization on historic rooftops with special appearances and tree lighting.
Description:
Theatre of Lights is a free, family-friendly performance retelling "Twas the Night Before Christmas" in a uniquely Sacramento way on the rooftops of the Old Sacramento Waterfront. The show features an immersive retelling of Moore’s 1823 poem alongside stories of how Sacramento pioneers experienced the calamities and revelry of the new city in the 1850s. The highlight includes a live dramatization on the balconies above K Street, complete with a special appearance by Jack Frost and the lighting of the 60-foot Christmas tree by St. Nick himself.
Where: Sacramento | More Info: Theatre of Lights
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
What to Expect:
Vintage locomotive train ride with Santa Claus visit.
Description:
Embark on a festive journey aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, where you'll enjoy hot chocolate, sweet treats, and a visit from Santa Claus. Each passenger receives a silver sleigh bell as the first gift of Christmas.
Where: Sacramento | More Info: THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with local talent and live orchestra.
Description:
The Nutcracker, a classic ballet performance, features Tchaikovsky's iconic score and choreography by Sacramento natives. It includes local young dancers and is accompanied by the Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera.
Where: Sacramento | More Info: The Nutcracker
Granite Bay Other Holiday Activities
Holidays at Filoli
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration with immersive garden displays and historic natural beauty.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Filoli with breathtaking garden lights, elegant tea services, and family-friendly activities. Explore the beautifully decorated House and Garden, and enjoy warm drinks by a firepit or a hearty lunch at the Quail Café.
Where: Woodside | More Info: Holidays at Filoli
Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round
What to Expect:
Antique carousel with hand-carved wooden animals.
Description:
Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round features an antique carousel with hand-carved wooden animals, calliope music, and a wheelchair-accessible snack stand. The facility offers a variety of rides and snacks, including hot chocolate, ice cream, and hot dogs.
Where: Berkeley | More Info: Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Rocklin (4 miles)
- Roseville (7 miles)
- Orangevale (7 miles)
- El Dorado Hills (7 miles)
- Citrus Heights (7 miles)
- Antelope (10 miles)
- Fair Oaks (10 miles)
- Lincoln (11 miles)
- Foothill Farms (12 miles)
- North Highlands (12 miles)
- Carmichael (13 miles)
- Rancho Cordova (14 miles)
- Rosemont (18 miles)
- Sacramento (22 miles)
- Florin (23 miles)
- Vineyard (23 miles)
- West Sacramento (23 miles)
- Elk Grove (27 miles)
- Laguna (27 miles)
- Woodland (33 miles)
- Davis (35 miles)
- Yuba City (36 miles)
- Galt (36 miles)
- Lodi (44 miles)