Silicon Valley Realtor Nancy Dinshaw

Santana Row Snow Showers & Spirit of The Row
2023-12-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA, 95128
Snow Showers: It’s snowing on The Row! Santana Row brings the North Pole to San Jose for a fun, holiday celebration. Enjoy outdoor snow showers, photos with Santa, balloons & holiday tunes every 30 minutes in Park Valencia in front of Maggiano’s.
Dates:

Every Saturday and Tuesday in December (December 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30)
Every 30 minutes from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Spirit of the Row: Every Tuesday leading up to Christmas from 6-8 PM, enjoy holiday performances featuring local community groups on the main stage in Santana Row Park. During the show, sip on some hot cocoa from the Left Bank!
Dates: Tuesday December 5th, 12th & 19th
For more information, contact the Santana Row Concierge at (408)551-4611 or visit Santana Row website.

Ice Skating in San Jose | Downtown Ice
2023-12-31 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-01 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-02 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-03 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-04 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-05 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-06 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-07 11:00 - 21:00 and 8 more dates | Circle of Palms Plaza, 120 S Market Street, San Jose, 95113
Downtown Ice, a winter tradition since 1994, is back with ice skating everyday from November 17th to January 15, 2024. Check the ticket calendar for session times. Sessions are 90 minutes every 2 hours. Admission is $21 and includes skate rental. You can purchase gloves, socks, water and walkers on-site for a fee.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Downtown Ice website. For weather updates and ice condition information, check their Instagram.
The rink is located at 120 S. Market Street in the Circle of Palms Plaza, nestled between the San Jose Museum of Art and the Signia by Hilton Hotel.

Christmas in the Park
2023-12-31 12:00 - 23:00, 2024-01-01 12:00 - 23:00 | Plaza de Cesar Chavez, 1 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA, 95113
Christmas in the Park is an annual holiday tradition that takes place in the heart of Downtown San Jose at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez. Each year, the two-acre park is transformed into a holiday wonderland with over 40 musical and animated exhibits, glittering lights and a 50-foot illuminated Christmas Tree. Enjoy a winter wonderland of lights, songs and daily local entertainment while strolling through an enchanted forest of trees decorated by the community. Visit the Christmas in the Park website for schedule of events on the Jingle Bell Stage and visits by Santa!

Ice Skating in San Jose | Downtown Ice
2024-11-21 12:00 - 2025-01-20 10:00 | Circle of Palms Plaza, 120 S Market Street, San Jose, 95113
Downtown Ice, a cherished San Jose tradition since 1994, returns for the 2024-2025 season from November 21, 2024, through January 20, 2025. Located at 120 S. Market Street in the Circle of Palms Plaza—nestled between the San Jose Museum of Art and the Signia by Hilton Hotel—the rink offers a festive skating experience for all ages.
Admission is $21, including skate rental, with 90-minute sessions starting every two hours. Due to limited capacity, advance booking is recommended to secure your preferred time slot. Tickets can be purchased online through the official website.
For parking, visit ParkSJ.org to find free 90-minute parking options and view real-time availability. Additional amenities, such as gloves, socks, and skate aids, are available on-site for a fee. For the latest updates on weather conditions and rink information, follow Downtown Ice on Instagram @sjdowntownice.

Polar Play Days
2024-11-23 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-25 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-27 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-01 10:00 - 17:00 | The Tech Interactive, 201 S. Market St., San Jose, CA, 95113
Polar Play Days at The Tech Interactive is a festive, family-friendly event running from November 23, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This exciting celebration combines the magic of winter with engaging science-themed activities, making it an ideal destination for holiday fun.
Visitors can explore various hands-on experiments and creative activities designed to inspire curiosity and joy during the holiday season. Highlights include the Sock Skating Rink, where kids can enjoy skating in their socks from December 21 to January 5, and the Merry Makerspace, offering craft sessions for creating custom holiday decorations and gifts.
Special events like Winter WonderLabs on December 7-8 and 14-15 feature interactive science demonstrations, including building candy structures and crafting light-up snowflakes. Additional activities include exploring NASA's ICESat-2 satellite technology, making biodegradable holiday garlands, and learning about the science of auroras.
With its blend of entertainment and education, Polar Play Days promises a unique winter experience that delights visitors of all ages while fostering a love for science and creativity.
For more information, click here.

Menagerie Holiday Oddities & Curiosities Market
2024-11-30 11:00 - 17:00 | Winchester Mystery House, 525 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA, 95128
Prepare for a holiday season like no other! The 6th Annual Menagerie Holiday Oddities & Curiosities Market returns to the Winchester Mystery House from November 30 to December 28, running every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each week offers themed shows with a fresh lineup of vendors showcasing unique gifts, including taxidermy, dark art, fine jewelry, and other strange and wonderful finds.
The events also feature captivating performances, interactive workshops, guest speakers, scavenger hunts, tarot readings, giveaways, and more. Admission is required, with tickets available for market access alone or as part of a package with a mansion tour.
Holiday Mansion Tours
Experience the Winchester Mystery House like never before with festive Victorian décor, holiday traditions, and music. From November 23, 2024 to January 1, 2025, enjoy daily tours through this eccentric mansion.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour, 5 Minutes
Children under 5 are free with a paid adult ticket.
For more information, click here.

Hayes Mansion's "Be Merry, Be Our Guest"
2024-12-02 09:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-03 09:00 - 21:00 | Hayes Mansion, 200 Edenvale Avenue, San Jose, CA, 95136
Celebrate the holiday season at Hayes Mansion's "Be Merry, Be Our Guest" event from December 2 to December 31, 2024. Open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM in the Plaza Lounge, guests can enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, apple cider, festive decorations, and holiday music. Gingerbread kits are available for purchase to create lasting memories. Additionally, there's a holiday toy drive in partnership with Sacred Heart Community Service, offering an opportunity to spread joy to those in need.
For more information, visit Hayes Mansion website.
