Christmas in the Park
2023-11-25 12:00 - 23:00, 2023-11-26 12:00 - 23:00, 2023-11-27 12:00 - 23:00, 2023-11-28 12:00 - 23:00, 2023-11-29 12:00 - 23:00, 2023-11-30 12:00 - 23:00, 2023-12-01 12:00 - 23:00, 2023-12-02 12:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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!

Winchester Mystery House Holiday Candlelight Tour
2023-11-25 18:00 | Winchester Mystery House, 525 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA, 95128
Illuminate your holiday season with the exclusive Holiday Candlelight Tour at the Winchester Mystery House! This special event is available for just six nights, from November 25th to December 30th. Experience the enchantment of the season as you wander through the beautifully adorned mansion, bathed in the soft radiance of candlelight.
During this open house style nighttime tour, guests will explore the festively decorated halls of one of California's grandest mansions. The tour offers a blend of Victorian traditions and ghostly tales, making for a captivating experience. It's an ideal outing for a romantic evening, family adventure, or those seeking holiday magic.
Additionally, visitors can explore the estate and discover the Menagerie Holiday Oddities & Curiosities Market, exclusively open on these special evenings. This market features a range of unique vendors, providing a great opportunity to find that perfect holiday gift.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Winchester Mystery House website.

Tour Duration: You are free to tour the house at your leisure.

Price: $44.99 for adults and $19.99 for children aged 5-12. Children under 5 are admitted free but must be accompanied by an adult with a purchased ticket.

Ice Skating in San Jose | Downtown Ice
2023-11-26 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-27 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-28 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-29 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-30 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-01 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-02 11:00 - 21:00 | 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.

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
2023-11-28 19:30, 2023-11-29 19:30, 2023-11-30 19:30, 2023-12-01 19:30, 2023-12-02 14:00 | 95113
For one week only, Broadway San Jose will be presenting Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical. After breaking box office records on Broadway, the Grinch has delighted over 2.1 million people across America. Lauded by The New York Times and Gannett papers, this heart-warming holiday musical features classic songs like “You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” from the original animated series. The story, centered around the Grinch's plan to steal Christmas from the Whos, is brought to life with sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations.
Broadway San Jose welcomes guests aged 5 and up, and all attendees must have a ticket to enter the theater. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Broadway San Jose.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2023-11-29 14:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-30 14:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-01 14:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-02 14:00 - 20:00 | Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto, CA, 94301
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 only snag a consolation juice box. Don't miss out on this cool mix capturing all the craziness, feels, and highs of childhood competition—sign up now!

Holiday Tree Lighting | Cupertino
2023-12-01 18:00 | Quinlan Community Center, 10185 N Stelling Rd, Cupertino, CA, 95014, United States
Start the holiday season at the Cupertino's Annual Community Tree Lighting! Witness the enchanting moment as the tree is illuminated with hundreds of twinkling lights, casting a magical glow. Enjoy the harmonious melodies of a local choir, as their voices bring joy and a festive atmosphere to the evening.
For more information, visit the City of Cupertino website.

Holiday Tree Lighting | Los Altos
2023-12-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Los Altos, Main and State Streets, Los Altos, CA, 94022, United States
The Los Altos Village Association is hosting its annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Friday, December 1st, from 6-8pm at Veterans Community Plaza, at Main and State Streets in Downtown Los Altos. The event features the lighting of the city's official tree, performances by local school choirs, and a visit from Santa around 6:30pm, where children can meet him. For more information, visit the Los Altos Village Association website.

Menagerie Holiday Oddities & Curiosities Market
2023-12-02 12:00 - 21:00 | Winchester Mystery House, 525 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA, 95128
Every Saturday from November 25th to December 30th, the Winchester Mystery House is hosting the 5th Annual Menagerie Holiday Oddities & Curiosities Market. This year the market offers a Yuletide ODDventure with themed shows and diverse vendors. Expect six Saturdays filled with dark art, bright smiles, macabre celebrations, and ever-changing attractions such as curious creatures, peculiar performers, commemorative goodies, thrilling entertainers, and Yuletide treats. Discover a variety of strange stocking stuffers, including bugs, bones, taxidermy, dark art, unique fine jewelry, medical specimens, antiques, and bizarre collectibles. For more information about this event and to purchase tickets visit their website at themenagerieodditiesmarket.com.
During their visit, guests can enjoy guided tours of the mysterious Winchester Mystery House and partake in family-friendly activities. Mansion tour tickets purchased on the days of the market include free access to the market. For more information and to purchase tour tickets, visit the Winchester Mystery House website.

Holiday Tree Lighting | Sunnyvale
2023-12-02 17:00 - 19:30 | Historic Murphy Avenue, 111 W Evelyn Ave, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086, United States
The City of Sunnyvale is hosting its 24th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration on December 2, 2023, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. This festive event, taking place at Downtown Sunnyvale on Murphy Avenue, invites the community to ring in the holiday season. It promises entertainment, holiday cheer, and fun activities suitable for the whole family. For more information, visit the Sunnyvale Downtown Association website.

Holiday Tree Lighting | Fremont
2023-12-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Mission Courtyard, 43571 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA, 94539
The Mission San Jose Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Christmas Tree Lighting event at Mission Courtyard, 43571 Mission Blvd. This festive gathering promises an evening of holiday cheer with live music, Christmas carols, and an array of refreshments including hot chocolate, coffee, and Christmas cookies. Adding to the excitement, Santa Claus will make a special appearance, delivered by the Fremont Station Four Fire Truck​​.
For more information, visit the Mission San Jose website.
