Marin and Bay Area Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Events 2024
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!
Saturday, November 30, 11 am–6 pm
At this free, unforgettable experience the spirit of the season comes alive in the heart of Downtown San Rafael.
Saturday, November 30, 3:30 pm
Winter Wonderland is tipping off the festive season with the annual Lighting Ceremony featuring the Bay Area’s largest tree standing at 90 feet tall!
Saturday, November 30, 5:30–8 pm
Kick off the 2024 holiday season with a tree lighting, live entertainment, parade, and Santa photos.
Saturday, November 30, 6–7:30 pm
Join Yerba Buena Gardens for a festive evening filled with holiday cheer as they light their living Coastal Redwood tree.
Expect cozy treats like hot toddies, cocoa, roasted chestnuts, and Christmas tree cookie decorationg, plus festive kids' craft, and more! See you at the Mart!
Monday, December 2, 5:30–7:30 pm
Kick off the holiday season as the Nob Hill Association hosts its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Huntington Park.
Wednesday, December 4, 4–7 pm
The Civic Center Plaza Holiday Tree Lighting — a free, family-friendly event — returns for 2024!
Thursday, December 5, 4–8 pm
Kick off the holiday season with the annual tree lighting celebration in Golden Gate Park, featuring free activities for all
Friday, December 6, 5:30–7:30 pm
Celebrate the holidays with Santa, entertainment, and family fun in downtown Petaluma.
Saturday, December 7, 4–7:30 pm
Enjoy holiday crafts, artisan vendors, holiday treats, Santa Claus and live performances.
Saturday, December 7, 4–7:30 pm
Come to downtown San Anselmo for an afternoon of fun and celebration.
Saturday, December 2, 5:45–8 pm
Join Jack London Square and KTVU Fox 2 for a holiday tree lighting in Oakland.
Sunday, December 8, noon–5 pm
Mill Valley's annual Winterfest returns... tree lighting, visit with Santa, live music, games, and more.
Sunday, December 29, 2–6 pm
The annual lighting of the Union Square menorah kicks off on Sunday, December 29 with "Bill Graham Menorah Day".
Sunday, December 29, 5 pm
Join together as we light up the night with a Chanukah Celebration!
Monday, December 30, 6 pm
Join Bon Air Center and Mollie Stone's for a Hanukkah celebration.
