Welcome to our special holiday events page, where we've curated the most festive and joyous activities happening in Silicon Valley this season! From enchanting light displays to heartwarming holiday markets, we've got everything you need to make your holiday season merry and bright. Discover the magic of Silicon Valley as it transforms into a winter wonderland, offering an array of events that are sure to delight everyone in the family.
For more holiday fun, be sure to see our blog posts Silicon Valley's Best Christmas Tree Farms and Silicon Valley's Dazzling Holiday Light Displays. These posts are your go-to guides for making the most out of the holiday season in our vibrant community.
On December 4, 2023, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Downtown Mountain View will host the Community Tree Lighting Celebration. This free public event includes local performances, multicultural tributes, refreshments, train rides, games, crafts, and a tree lighting ceremony, along with a special appearance from Santa. For more information visit the City of Mountain View website.
Silicon Valley Shakespeare presents its annual performance of "A Christmas Carol," adapted by Richard Orlando. This unique production invites the audience to embark on a journey through Ebenezer Scrooge's past, present, and future, set in the Montalvo Arts Center's expansive grounds. The immersive, walking production takes visitors through the historic Villa and its elegant courtyards, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Six middle school whiz kids, played by equally awesome adults, are throwing down in a funny and heartwarming musical. The deal is simple: nail the spelling on stage, and you score a ticket to the national bee. Mess up on words like "crepuscular" or "hasenpfeffer," deal with the stress or puberty curveballs, and you might […]
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, […]
