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San Carlos Christmas 2024

The best holiday event site on earth.

Organize your perfect holidays in San Carlos with our planner guide. Discover all the top festive events. From San Carlos regulars to holiday explorers, our guide highlights the season's best events and activities.

Popular Events: Experience the charm of the Union Square Holiday Market, where festive stalls and seasonal treats create a lively atmosphere in the heart of the city. The Old Sacramento Waterfront Holiday Market showcases unique artisan goods against a historic backdrop, making shopping a delightful experience. And the Holidays at Filoli is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring stunning holiday displays and festive activities within the beautiful gardens. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Top Holiday Events In and Around San Carlos

  1. Union Square Holiday Market (San Francisco)
  2. Old Sacramento Waterfront Holiday Market (Sacramento)
  3. Holidays at Filoli (Woodside)
  4. Astra Lumina (Rancho Palos Verdes)
  5. Festival of Winter (Fontana)
  6. Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico (Rancho Cucamonga)
  7. Night of Holiday Lights

See these and even more events listed below!

San Carlos Holiday Light Displays

Holidays at Filoli

What to Expect:

Dazzling garden lights and unique holiday activities.

Description:

Filoli Historic House & Garden transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with thousands of lights, 7,000 ornaments, and immersive decorations. The estate offers daytime and evening experiences, including guided tours, holiday teas, and private fire pit experiences.

Tags: holiday lights, holiday decorations, family activities, historic estate, seasonal events

Where: Woodside | More Info: Holidays at Filoli

Night of Holiday Lights

What to Expect:

Community event with live entertainment and local business promotions.

Description:

Join us downtown for the Night of Holiday Lights, featuring family fun, kids' activities, carolers, arts and crafts, beer and wine sales, hot chocolate, and holiday goodies. Enjoy festive lights, a holiday show, and musical performances on Laurel Street from San Carlos Avenue to Cherry Street.

Tags: holiday lights, community event, live entertainment, local businesses, family activities

Where: San Carlos | More Info: Night of Holiday Lights

San Carlos Holiday Shows and Entertainment

Astra Lumina

What to Expect:

Immersive light and sound experience with celestial themes.

Description:

Astra Lumina is an immersive night walk experience that uses light, scenography, original soundscape, and projection to create an imaginative world where visitors can encounter the wonder of the stars and embrace their own human light.

Tags: Immersive Night Walk, Light and Sound Experience, Celestial Themes, Family-Friendly Event

Where: Rancho Palos Verdes | More Info: Astra Lumina

Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico

What to Expect:

Rich cultural tapestry of Mexican Christmas traditions.

Description:

Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande present Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico, a vibrant show weaving cherished Mexican traditions into a heartwarming story of the season. The event features the joyous rhythms of mariachi and colorful Mexican dance, capturing the spirit of Posadas, the majesty of the Reyes Magos, and the thrill of breaking piñatas.

Tags: Mariachi, Ballet Folklorico, Mexican Christmas, Holiday Show, Cultural Celebration

Where: Rancho Cucamonga | More Info: Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico

Old Sacramento Waterfront Holiday Market

What to Expect:

Live dramatization on historic rooftops with Jack Frost and St. Nick.

Description:

The 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 that befell the new city in the 1850s. The performance 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.

Tags: Theatre of Lights, Old Sacramento Waterfront, Holiday Show, Family-Friendly Event, Christmas Performance

Where: Sacramento | More Info: Old Sacramento Waterfront Holiday Market

San Carlos Other Holiday Activities

Festival of Winter

What to Expect:

Snow sledding and interactive activities for all ages.

Description:

The Festival of Winter at Miller Park Amphitheater features train rides, rides and attractions, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Santa, and a variety of vendors and activity booths. Visitors can also enjoy snow sledding and play in the Tot Lot, making it a fun event for all ages.

Tags: Festival of Winter, Holiday Event, Snow Play, Santa Photo Opportunities, Family Fun

Where: Fontana | More Info: Festival of Winter

Union Square Holiday Market

What to Expect:

Free ice skating lessons for beginners.

Description:

The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square, presented by Kaiser Permanente, offers outdoor ice skating and holiday festivities in the heart of downtown San Francisco. Special events include Drag Queens on Ice, Silent Skate, and Polar Bear Skate. Skaters with little to no experience can learn from professional instructors every weekend.

Tags: ice skating, holiday events, San Francisco, outdoor activities, family fun

Where: San Francisco | More Info: Union Square Holiday Market

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