Holiday Event Guide 2019: Larkspur, Corte Madera & North Bay

NORTH BAY, CA — The 2019 holiday season nears in the Bay Area region, including the North Bay, with such annual festivities as pop-up, ice-skating rinks, holiday boutiques, Nutcracker ballets, Santa breakfasts, Christmas parades, concerts and tree-lightings, Chanukah events and more.

Peruse the annual Patch holiday event guide, find events near you, and make your plans, as many activities require advance registration.

And Happy Holidays, from Patch!

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AMERICAN CANYON:

DEC. 21: Breakfast with Santa 2019: Doubletree Hilton. Save your space!

• DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Spa Napa Valley - American Canyon, 3600 Broadway St., American Canyon, California 94503

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BELVEDERE:

NOV. 22: Art Angels Fair. Sip, shop & enjoy the music.

• St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 3 Bayview Avenue, Belvedere, CA, 94920

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BENICIA:

NOV. 23: Legends of the Celtic Harp presents A WINTER GIFT. "Concert and theater, infused with a touch of seasonal magic."

• Benicia Historical Museum, 2060 Camel Road, Benicia, CA, 94510

DEC. 6: Holiday Open House & Tree Lighting. "A cherished holiday tradition."

• Main Street, Benicia, CA

DEC. 11: Holiday Gift-Making Workshop For Kids. Just drop in!

• Benicia Public Library, 150 East L St., Benicia, CA

DEC. 14: Christmas Parade & Holiday Market. Parade features local marching bands, dancers and Santa!

• First Street, Benicia, CA

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CALISTOGA:

DEC. 6: Tree-Lighting Street Faire & Holiday Fest. Don't miss the Holly Trolley Holiday Lights Tour.

• Washington Street, Calistoga, CA

DEC. 7: 24th Annual Holiday Lighted-Tractor Parade. Small-town dazzler tht sceams "Happy holidays!"

• Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA

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CLOVERDALE:

DEC. 14: Healdsburg Community Band Holiday Concert. Admission is free. Donations accepted.

• Cloverdale Veteran’s Hall, 205 W 1st St., Cloverdale, CA

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CORTE MADERA:

DEC. 5: Holiday Book Swap. Looking for a new read over the holidays?

• Corte Madera Community Center, 498 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925

DEC. 7: Breakfast With Santa 2019: Community Center. Save your seats, and don't forget donations for Warm Coat & Toasty Toes drives.

• Corte Madera Community Center, 498 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925

DEC. 13: Corte Madera Town Band. Annual holiday concert.

• 498 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, CA, 94925

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COTATI:

DEC. 6: Holiday Tree Lighting 2019: LaPlaza Park. Free coffee, cocoa, cookies & "special guests."

• LaPlaza Park, Old Redwood Highway, Cotati, California 94931

DEC. 7: Shop and Stroll. Holiday street fair with music, carriage rides & more.

• Downtown Cotati, CA

DEC. 14: Breakfast with Santa. Move fast as always sells out.

• Cotati Room, behind Cotati City Hall, 201 West Sierra Ave., Cotati, CA

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DAVIS:

NOV. 22: "A Winter Gift" Celtic Music & Stories for the Season. "Concert and theater, infused with a touch of seasonal magic."

• Unitarian Universalist Chuch of Davis, 27074 Patwin Road, Davis, CA 95616

DEC. 5: Candlelight Parade, Tree Lighting & Santa. The Children's Candlelight Parade is one of the community's oldest traditions.

• Downtown Davis, CA

DEC. 11-15: Children's Nutcracker 2019: Veterans Memorial Theater. Heads up! These tickets go fast.

• Veterans Memorial Theater, 203 East 14th St., Davis, CA 95616

DEC. 14: Byron Colborn Big Band's Christmas Concert. With 18 of the area's finest musicians!

• Richard Brunelle Performance Hall, 315 W. 14th St., Davis, California 95616

DEC. 15: Craft & Vintage Fair - Square Tomatoes. Great food & live music, too.

• Central Park, Davis, CA

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DIXON:

NOV. 23: Holiday Vendor Fair & Downtown Shopping Event. Start holiday shopping at festive event.

• The Barn and Pantry, 125 West A St., Dixon, CA, 95620

DEC. 1: Holiday Wreath Workshop With Flower Mama. Space is limted - save your seat.

• The Barn and Pantry, 125 West A St., Dixon, CA, 95620

DEC. 5: Tree-Lighting Festival. A community tradition!

• Downtown Dixon, CA

DEC. 7: Gingerbread House Making For Grown-Ups. Book the sitter!

• The Barn and Pantry, 125 West A St., Dixon, CA, 95620

DEC. 14: Winter Wellness Day. Fun time with classes & lunch. Take home what you make!

• The Barn and Pantry, 125 West A St., Dixon, CA, 95620

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FAIRFAX:

DEC. 7: Annual Craft Faire 2019: Pavilion. Proceeds benefit Fairfax Recreation and Sustainable Fairfax.

• Fairfax Pavilion, 142 Bolias Road, Fairfax, CA 94930

DEC. 8: Holiday Wreath-Making & Caroling. Kris Kringle will make an appearance, too!

• Fairfax Women's Club, 46 Park Road, Fairfax, CA 94930

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FAIRFIELD:

NOV. 24: Rancho Solano Holiday Boutique. Shop for the holidays!

• Rancho Solano Golf Course, 3250 Rancho Solano Pkwy, Fairfield, CA

NOV. 30: 20th Annual Tree Lighting 2019: Jelly Belly. With entertainment, parade & Santa.

• 1 Jelly Belly Ln, Fairfield, CA 94533-6722

DEC. 14: Santa’s Table Cooking Class 2019: Il Fiorello Olive Oil. Book your seat.

• Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company, 2625 Mankas Corner Road, Fairfield, CA 94534

DEC. 14-JAN. 5: 'Elf the Musical' 2019: Downtown Theatre. Makes great family outing!

• Downtown Theatre, 1035 Texas St., Fairfield, California 94533

DEC. 21: Brunch with Santa 2019: Jelly Belly. Space is limited, so don't delay on tickets.

• Jelly Belly Visitor Center, One Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield CA

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GEYSERVILLE:

NOV. 30: Tree Lighting & Tractor Parade. A community tradition!

• Geyserville, CA

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HEALDSBURG:

NOV. 30-DEC. 22: Holiday Tea. For all ages with "live piano music, dazzling winter florals, and beautiful holiday decor."

• Hotel Healdsburg, 25 Matheson St.,Healdsburg, California 95448

DEC. 7: BACA Holiday Extravaganza. "A a holiday party like no other."

• WALT BACA Wines, 779 Westside Road, Healdsburg, CA, 95448

DEC. 7-8: The Colors of Christmas. "A holiday choral performance for all ages by the Healdsburg Chorus."

• Raven Theater, 115 North St., Healdsburg, CA, 95448

DEC. 7, 14 & 21: Breakfast with Santa 2019: Costeaux French Bakery. First-come, first-served, and enjoy Nutcracker collection!

• Costeaux French Bakery, 417 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, CA

DEC. 8: Community Band's Free Holiday Concert. "Get into the spirit with holiday classics."

• Healdsburg Community Church, 1100 University Ave., Healdsburg CA

DEC. 14: Healdsburg Community Band Holiday Concert. Admission is free. Donations accepted.

• Cloverdale Veteran’s Hall, 205 W 1st St., Cloverdale, CA

DEC. 14: 11th Annual Healdsburg Holiday Boutique. Proceeds go toward toys for kids battling cancer at UCSF.

• Krug Event Center at Dry Creek Inn, Healdsburg, CA

DEC. 14-15: Teresa Lubarsky's Healdsburg Ballet The Night Before Christmas. A holiday favorite!

• Raven Theater, 115 North Street, Healdsburg, CA, 95448

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LARKSPUR:

DEC. 5: Fratello Marionettes' Peter & The Wolf. "A fun, family winter adventure!"

• Larkspur Public Library, 400 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, CA 94939

DEC. 7-8: Spirited Marin Holiday Marketplace. Showcasing local businesses while raising funds for charities.

• Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Cir, Larkspur, California 94939

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MARINWOOD:

DEC. 6: Novato Music Association Chorus. “Holiday’s in Harmony” concert.

• St. Vincent’s Church, Marinwood

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MILL VALLEY:

NOV. 21: Celtic Music & Stories for the Season- Patrick Ball, Lisa & Aryeh. "Traditional and rare pieces of holiday music."

• Community Church-Mill Valley, 8 Olive St., Mill Valley, CA, 94941

DEC. 6-8: West California Pottery 40th Annual Holiday Sale. Refreshments, too!

• 1115 West California Avenue, Mill Valley, CA, 94941

DEC. 7: Annual Holiday Craft Fair. Unique holiday shopping, and admission is free.

• Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA

DEC. 8: Winterfest & Tree Lighting. Fun day with giant slide, music, food & activities.

• Downtown Mill Valley, CA

DEC. 14: Makers Market at the Mill Valley Lumber Yard. Shop from local makers, listen to live music.

• 129 Miller Ave., Mill Valley, CA, 94941

DEC. 28: Pre-New Years Eve Party. Festive time for the grown-ups.

• The Club at Harbor Point, 475 East Strawberry Drive, Mill Valley, CA, 94941

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NAPA:

NOV. 19-DEC. 23: Napa Valley Wine Train's 'Santa Train' - "A truly magical, musical, and memorable family Christmas adventure!"

• Napa Valley Wine Train, 1275 Mckinstry St. Napa, CA 94559

NOV. 22-24: 'Gifts 'n Tyme' Holiday Craft Fair. "A family holiday tradition for generations!" Admission free.

• Chardonnay Hall, Napa Valley Expo, 575 Third St., Napa, CA 94559

NOV. 22-JAN. 12: Holiday, Outdoor Ice-Skating Rink. "Enjoy entertainment and ice skating under the sun and stars in downtown Napa."

• 575 3rd St., Napa, CA

DEC. 6: Tree-Lighting Ceremony. With carolers, artisan market & Santa.

• Vista Collina Resort, 850 Bordeaux Way, Napa, CA, 94558

DEC. 7: Free 'Tuba Christmas' Concert. A not-to-be-missed community tradition.

• First Presbyterian Church, 1333 3rd St., Napa, CA 94559

DEC. 7: Holiday Open House & Art Show. Event includes wine stations & holiday nibbles.

• Black Stallion Winery, 4089 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA, 94558

DEC. 7: Yule Log Baking Class. "Learn a new holiday tradition with a hands-on class."

• Ackerman Family Vineyards at the Ackerman Heritage House, 608 Randolph Street, Napa, CA, 94559

DEC. 7: Charles Dickens Christmas at the Ackerman Heritage House. Fun includes carols, chef-prepared treats & Old St. Nick.

• Ackerman Family Vineyards, 608 Randolph St., Napa, CA 94559

DEC. 14: Holiday Fair and Tamale Sale. Don't miss this with hand-made tamales!

• New Technology High School, 920 Yount Street, Napa, CA, 94559

DEC. 14-15: Santa's Helpers Art Craft & Gift Faire. A magical shopping market, with Santa, too. Admission free.

• Napa Valley Expo, 575 Third St., Napa, CA 94559

DEC. 25: Christmas Buffet. Leave the Christmas cooking to the pros!

• Silverado Resort, 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa, CA

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve Gala. Dance the night away into the New Year.

• Commons Bar at Meritage Resort And Spa, 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa, CA, 94558

DEC. 31: NYE Dinner Buffet & Celebration. Balloon drop at midnight.

• Silverado Resort and Spa, 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa, CA, 94558

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NOVATO:

DEC. 6-7: Holiday Crafts Faire. The Novato Garden Club will be selling fresh greens, wreaths and swags, too!

• Margaret Todd Senior Center, 1560 Hill Road, Novato, CA.

DEC. 7: Tree-Lighting Holiday Festival. A hometown tradition.

• Downtown Novato, CA

DEC. 9: Horse & Style Magazine Holiday Boutique Presented by HALTER. Proceeds benefit Giant Steps Therapeutic Equestrian Center.

• StoneTree Golf Club, 9 Stone Tree Lane, Novato, CA, 94945

DEC. 18: Womens Circle: The Great Latke Cook Off. "Pre-Chanukah event full of light, laughter, and latkes."

• Chabad Jewish Center of Novato, 7430 Redwood Boulevard, Novato, CA, 94945

DEC. 22: Menorah Lighting/GELT DROP. With donuts, latkes, hot drinks, kids' crafts!

• City Hall 901 Sherman Ave, On The Civic Green Lawn, Novato, CA

DEC. 31: Kid-Friendly, Bouncy Ball New Year. Celebrate 2020 as 20K small balls are dropped.

• Downtown Novato, California 94945

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OAKVILLE:

DEC. 7: Annual Tree Lighting & Celebration 2019: Robert Mondavi. With wine, cider, caroling & more.

• Robert Mondavi Winery, 7801 Saint Helena Highway, Oakville, CA 94562

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PETALUMA:

NOV. 30: Santa's River Boat Arrival and Small Business Saturday. "The Christmas couple are welcomed by costumed dancers from the Petaluma School of Ballet’s 'Nutcracker.'”

• River Plaza, East Washington Street, Petaluma, CA, 94952

NOV. 30: Holiday Tree-Lighting Ceremony. Featuring Santa & Petaluma Pete!

• Theater Square, 2nd & C Streets, Petaluma, CA

DEC. 1: 11th Annual Holiday Crafterino. "First 100 folks get a coveted Crafterino swag bag."

• Petaluma Veterans Memorial Hall, 1094 Petaluma Blvd. S, Petaluma, California 94952

DEC. 6-8: Shop, Support & Share the Holiday Spirit. Benefit for Petaluma Educational Foundation

• Ooh La Luxe, 109 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma, CA, 94952

DEC. 7: Merchant Holiday Open House 2019: Downtown. With shopping deals, horse & carriage rides, treats and more.

• Downtown Petaluma, CA

DEC. 14: Christmas Concert. With a 14-year-old piano virtuoso.

• Petaluma Seventh-Day Adventist, 2695 Petaluma Blvd. North, Petaluma, CA, 94952

DEC. 15: A Chanticleer Christmas. A beloved, annual tradition.

• St. Vincent Church, 35 Liberty Street, Petaluma, CA 94952

DEC. 21-22: Capote's A Christmas Memory, Thomas' A Child's Christmas in Wales. "A Petaluma tradition: Capote and Thomas."

• Petaluma Historical Museum, 20 4th Street, Petaluma, CA 94952

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ROHNERT PARK:

NOV. 22-DEC. 15: 'Miss Bennet Christmas at Pemberley' - A Sonoma County premiere.

• Spreckels Performing Arts Center, 5409 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, CA

NOV. 29-30: 40th Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Faire. With Little Elves' Workshop for youngsters.

• Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Ln, Rohnert Park, California 94928

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SAINT HELENA:

NOV. 29-DEC. 29: Winter Wonderland Holiday Outdoor Roller Rink. "A winter wonderland unlike anything you have ever seen."

• Lyman Park, 1498 Main St., St. Helena, CA 94574

DEC. 7: Santa Meet & Greet. With milk & cookies, candy canes & Santa.

• Central Valley’s Garden Center, 1100 Vintage Ave., St. Helena, CA, 94574

DEC. 7: Holiday Dinner in Merryvale's Cask Room. Spectacular, catered dinner with fine wines.

• 1000 Main Street St., Helena, California

DEC. 7: Pioneer Christmas 2019: Bale Grist Mill State Park. An old-timey, delightful day for the whole family.

• Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park, 3369 Saint Helena Hwy N., Saint Helena, California 94574

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SAN ANSELMO:

DEC. 7: Holiday Lighting Ceremony. Music, refreshments & free pics with Old St. Nick!

• Town Hall Plaza, San Anselmo, CA

DEC. 14: Breakfast with Santa. An annual event at the fire station.

• Ross Valley Fire Station, 777 San Anselmo Ave., San Anselmo, CA

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SAN FRANCISCO:

Through JAN. 20: Ice Skating Rink At Union Square. Outdoor extravaganza!

• Union Square Park, 333 Post St., San Francisco, CA

NOV. 22- JAN. 5: Winter Park & Ice Rink 2019: Civic Center. With track that weaves through lighted tree forest.

• 355 McAlister St., San Francisco, California

NOV. 22 - JAN. 5: 'Night Bloom' 2019: Conservatory of Flowers. Brighter and more dazzling than ever.

• Conservatory of Flowers, Golden Gate Park, 100 John F. Kennedy Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118

NOV. 29: Macy’s Holiday Tree-Lighting 2019: Union Square. Event includes star-studded entertainment.

• Union Square Park, 333 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94108

NOV. 30-DEC. 1: SF Etsy Indie Holiday Emporium. With activities for all.

• Pier 27 Event Venue, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, 94111

NOV. 30-DEC. 1: Christmas in San Francisco Crystal Fair. "A magical mix of crystals, minerals, beads, jewelry, and the healing arts."

• San Francisco County Fair Building, 1199 9th Ave., San Francisco, CA, 94122

DEC. 4-22: 42nd Street Moon's 'Scrooge In Love' -"The perfect holiday show for the whole family."

• Gateway Theatre, 215 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA 94111

DEC. 5-7 & 13-14: The Marsh Presents "The Jewelry Box" - "Hilariously heartwarming story."

• The Marsh, 1062 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA

DEC. 6: Guide Dogs for the Blind's Holiday Luncheon. "Everyone is sure to leave feeling merry and bright as the luncheon culminates with an interactive puppy parade."

• The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square, 335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102

DEC. 6: 'Christmas in the Mission /Navidad en la Misión' Concert. "The vocal music, all in Spanish, covers 400 years."

• Mission Dolores Basilica, 3321 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

DEC. 6-7: Holigays Are Here: Ring Them Bells 2019: Gay Men’s Chorus. "This concert is SFGMC’s signature romp through holiday favorites new and old."

• Sydney Goldstein Theater, 275 Hayes St., San Francisco, CA 94117

DEC. 6-22: Presidio Theatre: 'Cinderella The Panto!' for the Holidays.

• Presidio Theatre on the Main Post, 99 Moraga Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94129

DEC. 7: Baltic Christmas Fair. "Enjoy a taste of Baltic holiday traditions with a warm, neighborhood vibe."

• Latvian Lutheran Church of Northern California, 425 Hoffman Ave., San Francisco, CA, 94114

DEC. 7-8: Caltrain's Annual Holiday Train & Toy Drive. A family favorite in its 17th year.

• Caltrain Station

DEC. 7-8, 14-15, 21-22: Mark Foehringer's Nutcracker Sweets. "Specifically designed for families with young children."

• Cowell Theater, Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, CA

DEC. 8: Beyond The Land Of Sweets. "Lively spin-off of the cherished Nutcracker."

• Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA, 94102

DEC. 10: Holiday Heroes Extravaganza for Kids and Families. Tickets on sale, with family packages available.

• Oracle Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza, San Francisco, CA, 94107

DEC. 11: SF Etsy Holiday Pop-Up 2019: Marker Hotel. "Celebrate San Francisco’s vibrant artistic communities."

• The Bellevue & Belvedere Ballrooms off The Marker Hotel Lobby, 501 Geary St.,San Francisco, CA 94102

DEC. 12-23: Smuin Contemporary Ballet presents "The Christmas Ballet" - "Classical ballet and festive contemporary numbers."

• Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, 700 Howard St., San Francisco, CA

DEC. 14: Singles Holiday Party. With fun mixer games!

• BEI Hotel, 50 Eighth St., San Francisco, CA

DEC. 14: Cafe Alma Holiday Soiree and Pop Up Shop. "Enjoy complimentary cider and hot chocolate, music, sweet treats and craft stations."

• Cafe Alma 888 Innes Avenue San Francisco, CA 94124

DEC. 22: Glowing Hanukkah Party at Ghirardelli Square. Activities include games, crafts, donuts & more.

• 900 North Point St., San Francisco, CA, 94109

DEC. 31: MOANY San Francisco New Year’s Eve 2020. Ring in the new year in roaring '20s Gatsby- style.

• Regency Ballroom, 1300 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA, 94109

DEC. 31: Speakeasy New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise. "Special event aboard the Fume Blanc."

• Pier 40, 89 King St., San Francisco, CA, 94107

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SAN RAFAEL:

Through JAN. 6: NorCal Ice Holiday Skating Rink 2019-20: Northgate. The rink is back!

• Northgate, 5800 Northgate Mall, San Rafael, California 94903

NOV. 29-30: Holiday Parade of Lights & Winter Wonderland. Extravaganza with snow & more!

• Downtown San Rafael, CA

DEC. 1: Brian Copeland's 'The Jewelry Box' - A family-friendly, Bay Area holiday favorite.

• The Marin Center’s Showcase Theater, 10 Ave of the Flags, San Rafael, CA 94903

DEC. 7: Breakfast with Santa 2019: Applebee's, Northgate Mall. Space is limited, so save your spot!

• Northgate, 5800 Northgate Mall, San Rafael, California 94903

DEC. 7-8: Bay Area Made Holiday Market at Rough Linen. "Discover unique holiday gifts from 25 Bay Area Makers."

• Rough Linen, 925 Francisco Blvd, East #13, San Rafael, CA 94901

DEC. 7: KITKA Women's Ensemble performs "Wintersongs" - Celebrate the season!

• Osher Marin JCC, 200 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA, 94903

DEC. 7-8: Stapleton Ballet Nutcracker. A local tradition in its 31st year.

• 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA, 94903

DEC. 8: Marin Symphony Holiday Choral Concerts by Candlelight. "Light a candle and celebrate an annual Marin tradition!"

• Church of Saint Raphael / Mission San Rafael Arcangel, 1104 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA

DEC. 15: Menorah Building Workshop. Family fun & latkes, too!

• Home Depot, 111 Shoreline Parkway, San Rafael, CA 94901

DEC. 15: Festival of Lights: Hanukkah 2019: Osher Marin JCC. With bounce house, music, Lego dreidels & stories.

• The Osher Marin JCC, 200 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA 94903

DEC. 17: Marin Symphony Holiday Pops. With post-concert cookies & cider!

• Marin Center Veterans' Memorial Auditorium, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael

DEC. 25: Grand Chanukah Party 2019: Chabad of Marin. Includes "delicious meal that includes traditional and not so traditional latkes."

• Chabad of Marin, 1150 Idylberry Rd, San Rafael, California 94903

DEC. 31: Other Cafe Comedy Showcase NEW YEAR'S EVE Stand-Up Comedy Show. Always a sell-out!

• Osher Marin JCC, 200 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA, 94903

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SANTA ROSA:

NOV. 22-24: Sonoma County Holiday Home & Gift Show. See the latest in home decor.

• Sonoma County Fair, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404

NOV. 23: Holiday Soap Making Workshop with Kelly Smith. Could make nice gifts!

• Laguna Environmental Center, 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa, CA

DEC. 1: A Very Electric Christmas. "Lightwire Theater is internationally recognized for their electro-luminescent artistry, poignant story telling and performs in complete darkness."

• Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA

DEC. 4-15: Left Edge Theatre's POLAR BEARS. A unique, holiday-themed show.

• Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA

DEC. 8: Hands-On Chanukah Family Celebration. Free for the entire family!

• Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403

DEC. 15: Holly Jolly Pops. With singing Santas, dancing elves and parading toy soldiers!

• Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA

DEC. 23: Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. Christmas magic!

• Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA

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SAUSALITO:

DEC. 8: An Afternoon with Santa at Cavallo Point. Tree-lighting festival featuring carriage rides, caroling and holiday shopping.

• 601 Murray Circle, Sausalito, CA, 94965

DEC. 14: Winterfest Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks. Free on the waterfront.

• Gabrielson Park, 750 Bridgeway, Sausalito, California 94965

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SEBASTOPOL:

DEC. 13-14: Holiday Home Tour & Artisan Boutique. Touring five decorated homes & historic school, plus enjoy artisan boutique.

• Sebastopol, CA

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SONOMA:

DEC. 7: Annual 'Lighting of the Snowmen' Festival. A sweet, festive, community tradition!

• Cornerstone Sonoma, 23570 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, California

DEC. 7: Christmas Craft Fair. Shop for gifts from local artisans, crafters & bakers.

• Faith Lutheran Church, 19355 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA, 95476

DEC. 8: 2019 Ramekins Annual Santa's Brunch. Grand, sumptuous menu, kids' activities -- and sells out fast! Make reservations soon.

• Ramekins Culinary School, Events & Inn, 450 West Spain St., Sonoma, CA 95476

DEC. 8: Teddy Bear Tea Party. A fundraiser with tea time & dance.

• Sonoma Valley Woman's Club, 574 1st Street East, Sonoma, CA, 95476

DEC. 12: Cancer Support Sonoma's Winter Solstice Open House. "Featuring nibbles+wine, and a sale of baked holiday goodies."

• Cancer Support Sonoma, 246 Perkins Street, Sonoma, CA, 95476

DEC. 14-15: The Magic Toy Shop Holiday Performance. A magical story!

• Sebastiani Theatre, 476 1st Street East, Sonoma, CA, 95476

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SUISUN CITY:

DEC. 7: Christmas On Waterfront, Boat Parade, Fireworks. Santa will be there, too!

• Harbor Plaza, Suisun City, CA

DEC. 7-8, 14-15, 21-22: Santa Train: Western Railway Museum. "Cookies and Hot Cocoa included!"

• Western Railway Museum, 5848 State Highway 12, Suisun City, California 94585

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VACAVILLE:

NOV. 30: Christmas in My Hometown 2019: Performing Arts Theatre. "Variety show fashioned after the holiday specials of TV’s early days."

• Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre, 1010 Ulatis Dr, Vacaville, California 95687

DEC. 3: Merriment on Main & Tree Lighting. Don't miss the onion soup at the museum!

• Downtown Vacaville, CA

DEC. 3-5: 3-Day 'Festival of Trees' Fundraiser. Bid on tree & support Opportunity House.

• Vacaville Recreation Center, 551 Davis St., Vacaville, California

DEC. 7: Peña Adobe Historical Society Presents “A Victorian Christmas" - A wonderful event and free!

• Peña Adobe Historic Park, Vacaville, CA

DEC. 8: Solano Symphony Orchestra Holiday Celebration. With guest artists & local youth perfomers.

• Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre, 1010 Ulatis Dr, Vacaville, California 95687

DEC. 13-15: Nutcracker 2019: Performing Arts Theatre. Sunday matinee offers tea party.

• Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre, 1010 Ulatis Dr, Vacaville, California 95687

DEC. 14: Sweet Pea’s Winter Wonderland Craft Faire. With trees, wreaths, carolers, elves, candy canes & Santa, too!

• Sweet Pea's, 891 Alamo Drive, Vacaville, CA

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VALLEJO:

NOV. 29-JAN. 5: 'Holiday In Park' Open 2019: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. Park puts on holiday show.

• Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, 1001 Fairgrounds Dr. SW, Vallejo, CA 94589

DEC. 7: Mad Hatter Holiday Festival & Parade. With wonderland, parade, tree-lighting & boat parade.

• Historic Downtown Vallejo, CA

DEC. 8: Las Posadas 2019: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. A holiday tradition with music, dance, food & live nativity.

• Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, 1001 Fairgrounds Dr. SW, Vallejo, CA 94589

DEC. 15: Annual Grand Victorian Homes Tour. Tickets on sale.

• Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum, 734 Marin St., Vallejo, CA

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WINDSOR:

NOV. 30: Grand Cru Holiday Open House & Marketplace. "A day of fine wines and local, artisanal wares."

• Grand Cru Custom Crush, 1200 American Way, Windsor, CA, 95492

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YOUNTVILLE:

NOV. 24, DEC. 1, 8 & 15: Free Holiday Carriage Rides. "The perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!"

• Yountville Community Center, 6519 Washington St., Yountville, CA 94599

DEC. 6 & 18: Free Holiday Movies. Events are free, but registration required.

• Napa Valley Performing Arts Center, 100 California Drive, Yountville, CA 94599

DEC. 14-15: Transcendence's Broadway Holiday Spectacular. A holiday celebration for all ages.

• Napa Valley Performing Arts Center, 100 California Drive, Yountville, CA 94599

DEC. 21-22: Napa Regional Dance Co.'s 'Nutcracker' - With live music by Symphony Napa Valley.

• Napa Valley Performing Arts Center, 100 California Drive, Yountville, CA 94599

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