Marin and Bay Area Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Events 2023
All across Marin and the Bay Area, communities celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with a traditional tree lighting ceremony or celebration of holiday lights. Many events performances, food and drink vendors, games, and more. Santa might even make an appearance! Here's our list of Christmas tree, holiday light, and Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremonies and celebrations in Marin County, San Francisco, and Sonoma County. We'll be adding more events as the holidays near, so check back often!
Thursday, November 9–Monday, January 1
Enjoy Macy's gift to the city of San Francisco, the Great Tree, which will shine brightly in Union Square Park, right across the street from Macy's flagship location.
Saturday, November 18, 5–8 pm
The Lighting of the Plaza is the first official holiday event in wine country and a beloved Sonoma tradition!
Daily November 21–January 7, 5–10 pm
Enjoy the holidays all season long with Pier 39's nightly tree lighting musical moments on its 60’ Christmas tree.
Friday, November 24, 4–7 pm
Santa Rosa's annual event to ring in the holiday season will take place on Courthouse Square.
Friday, November 24, 4:30–8 pm
Santa comes to officially illuminate Ghirardelli Square with Christmas lights.
Monday, November 27, 5:30–7:30 pm
Kick off the holiday season as the Nob Hill Association hosts its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Huntington Park.
Thursday, November 30, 3–7:30 pm
Join us to kick-off the Giving Tree and the holiday season with our annual Tree Lighting ceremony.
Saturday, December 2, 4–7 pm
The Lighting of the Snowmen has returned to Cornerstone Sonoma.
Saturday, December 2, 4–7:30 pm
Enjoy holiday crafts, artisan vendors, holiday treats, Santa Claus and live performances.
Saturday, December 2, 4–7 pm
Come to downtown San Anselmo for an afternoon of fun and celebration.
Saturday, December 2, 5:30–7 pm
Celebrate the holidays with Santa, entertainment, and family fun in downtown Petaluma.
Saturday, December 2, 5:45–8 pm
Join Jack London Square and KTVU Fox 2 for a holiday tree lighting in Oakland.
Sunday, December 3, 5–6 pm
Mill Valley's annual Winterfest returns... visit with Santa, live music, games and more.
Wednesday, December 6, 4–7 pm
The Civic Center Plaza Holiday Tree Lighting — a free, family-friendly event — returns for 2023!
Thursday, December 7, 4–8 pm
Kick off the holiday season with the annual tree lighting celebration in Golden Gate Park, featuring free activities for all
Sunday, December 10, 2–6 pm
The annual lighting of the Union Square menorah kicks off on Sunday, December 18 with "Bill Graham Menorah Day".
Sunday, December 10, 2–5 pm
The first annual Holiday Magic on Magnolia features a tree lighting and fun for everyone!
Sunday, December 10, 5 pm
Join together as we light up the night with a Chanukah Celebration!
December 10, 5–7 pm
Join Chabad of Marin and the City of San Rafael as we celebrate the first Sunday night of Chanukah.
Thursday, December 12, 5–6 pm
Join Chabad of Larkspur-Corte Madera for a community Chanukah celebration and menorah lighting.
