Get into the holiday spirit with these must-see December events in San Francisco and Marin! From The Nutcracker and Let’s Glow SF to festive markets, boat parades, and family-friendly celebrations, there’s something magical for everyone this season.
The Nutcracker
Various Dates
Experience the wonder of your first Nutcracker all over again. As the lights fade and Tchaikovsky’s enchanting melodies fill the Opera House, you’ll be whisked away to a fantastical realm where snowflakes dance, flowers waltz, and the Sugarplum Fairy conjures a child's dream. Celebrate 20 years of Tomasson’s beloved holiday classic!!
View Show Dates and Times Here.
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Let's Glow SF
12/6 - 12/15 (Nightly Shows from 5:30pm-10pm)
The country’s largest holiday projection event is returning to downtown San Francisco for the 2024 holiday season. This FREE holiday projection arts festival has expanded this year to include 8 locations.
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Institute of Contemporary Art
Wednesday-Sunday: 11am - 5pm, Thursday: 11am - 7pm
The Institute of Contemporary Art San Francisco (ICA SF) is a new, free, non-collecting contemporary art museum in The Cube building at 345 Montgomery. ICA SF will stay open late for Let’s Glow SF until 9pm on Friday 12/13 + host a Handmade Holiday Market on 12/19 4-7pm with ceramics, clothing, books, artwork, and more—by Bay Area creatives.
Explore Exhibitions and Events Here.
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Union Square Winter Walk
12/13-12/22 (M-W 12-7pm, TH-SUN 10am-9pm)
Enjoy a 10-day celebration that transforms two blocks of Stockton Street into a festive holiday destination. This annual event will once again feature elaborate holiday decor, captivating performances, programmed snow, and seasonal offerings of food, drink, activities and shops.
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Fort Mason Holiday Night Market 2024
12/13 4pm-9pm
Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture (FMCAC), West Coast Craft, Off The Grid, and FMCAC resident groups present the Fort Mason Holiday Night Market 2024. The market is an immersive holiday shopping experience combining food trucks, live entertainment, art, Santa and mouse king visits, a classic holiday movie, holiday trees, and fresh snow.
More Info on Market Features Here.
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Sausalito WINTERFEST
12/14-12/15
Saturday: Lighted Boat Parade and Fireworks 6-7:15pm on the Sausalito Waterfront at Gabrielson Park
Sunday: Jingle Bell 5K Run & Brunch at The Spinnaker Restaurant 8:30am
Sign Up & Reserve Your Seat Here.
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Marin Country Mart Holiday Events
Holiday Dog Adoption Event with Milo Foundation
12/15 10:30am-1pm
Give the gift of love this holiday season! Meet your perfect pup waiting to find their forever family and make your home complete!
Sunday Pony Rides
Sundays 11am-3pm
Giddy up! Every Sunday through year’s end, swing by the Mart for pony rides for the kids. Located behind Rustic Bakery.
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Winter Wonderland at Thrive City
12/29 Wonderland Hanukkah Celebration | Visit for a memorable evening as they light the menorah to mark the start of this holiday followed by live entertainment including music from Jerry’s Kosher Deli All Star Band, ice skating rink, festive treats, and arts & crafts.
12/31 Kwanzaa & Noon Years Eve | Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy Soji Afrobeats from The Rock and Roll Playhouse. Enjoy cultural performances, a countdown drop at 11:59AM, arts & craft stations, treats, and more!
View More Winter Wonderland Events Here.
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Ritz Carlton Teddy Bear Tea
Now through December 23, 2024
An annual holiday tradition, children are invited to gather for Teddy Bear Tea in the winter wonderland of The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom featuring a lively holiday show, teddy bear gift, and keepsake photo. Children may bring an unwrapped new toy to place under the holiday tree to be donated to UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals. Proceeds will benefit Children’s Miracle Network and Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area.
Plan Your Teddy Bear Tea Outing Here.
