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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThis series of kid-friendly crafting workshops<\/strong> is completely free! Sprinkle some fun and creativity into your gift-shopping errands at the Ferry Building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the coziest escapes in the city is Ghirardelli Square<\/strong>, which is a must for shoppers on any day of the year, but turns up the charm during the holidays. Read on for a summary of the most kid-friendly events and activations<\/strong> happening there through December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n While Santa was on a test run to prepare for his journey on Christmas Eve, one of the parts on his sleigh needed repair. The only mechanic that could create a custom fitted piece, other than the elves at the North Pole, work for the Market Street Railway. While it’s in the shop, the SFMTA has loaned Santa a cable car decked out in holiday d\u00e9cor for a free photoshoot in Fisherman’s Wharf!Santa will be stationed on Cable Car 12 on Wednesday, December 21st, at the Beach and Hyde Turnaround in Fisherman’s Wharf to take photos with San Francisco families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 Christmas events holiday fun for kids in Bay area<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please register for your free photos here. Please note, that each registration reserves time for 2 professional photographs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you would like to take a group photo of the family, please only reserve one ticket. If you’d like each family member to have an individual photo with Santa, please register for multiple tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bill Graham Menorah Project<\/strong> is gearing up for its 47th annual giant menorah lighting <\/strong>and display! A 25-foot menorah will glow over Union Square every night of Hanukkah, from December 18-25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the first night (Dec. 18), you can enjoy fun activities, food, music and more for \u201cBill Graham Menorah Day\u201d <\/strong>from 2-6pm. This celebration will accompany the first lighting ceremony at 5pm. Enjoy a variety of kids\u2019 crafts and shows, plus performances from Jerry\u2019s Kosher Deli, Saul Kaye, and Ari Lesser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Train of Lights has been a long-standing tradition for many families for more than a decade. For the Train of Lights, our Dining Car, x-SP 10040, will be converted to a Parlor Car. This will be a Private Seating car, with cookies, snacks, and beverages served in the car, by our car attendants<\/strong>. Only passengers with Parlor Car tickets and wristbands can come in this car. (There will NOT be a dining service in the car during the Train of Lights.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n On these evening trains, this ride is all about the lights! Enjoy the ride from some of the best seats on the train, in a car appointed with the original Cuban Mahogany interior. Built in 1928, and restored to its service appearance on the long-distance trains on the San Joaquin Daylight in the 1950s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trains depart from Sunol at 7:30PM<\/strong> 6 Kilkare Road, Sunol, CA TRAINS DEPART ON TIME.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Now through Jan. 29<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hundreds of gigantic hand-painted animal lanterns<\/strong> have been placed throughout the Oakland Zoo\u2019s campus, making for a totally unique tour of the zoo by night. The spectacular lanterns are arranged throughout a mile-long pathway<\/strong>, taking you through a landscape of kangaroos and koalas; a tour of the California coast featuring jellies, otters, and whales; and a trip back in time with a megalodon shark tunnel and an enormous T. rex.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Avenue Baptist Church warmly invites you this Christmas for a night of Resounding Joy featuring Christmas carols, songs of praise, and a dramatic skit that reveals the heart of Christmas. Tickets are free, but space is limited. Reserve your tickets today! We look forward to celebrating with you! Light refreshments to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 Christmas events holiday fun for kids in Bay area<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n 2022 Christmas events holiday fun for kids in Bay area – if you want to see more about Christmas and other events Eventmozo help you to organize and find events in your bay area More\u2026<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to look beyond Union Square, there are plenty of other fantastic ice skating rinks<\/strong> that are worth a visit in the Bay Area. We found a mix of seasonal and permanent rinks that offer the chance to strap on a pair of skates and hit the ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Evenings in late December sparkle with the return of Fairy Winterland<\/strong> at Children\u2019s Fairyland in Oakland. This magical multicultural event brings families together to share in the season\u2019s festivities and explore decked out halls gleaming with thousands of twinkly lights<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Flying in from the North Pole, Black Santa<\/strong> is coming to the Town. Visitors have the magical chance to visit Black Santa<\/strong> before his big night or say \u201cthank you\u201d the days following Christmas. After sharing holiday wishes and snapping photos, children receive a special treat and can join him each evening at 6:30 p.m. for the Festival of Lights Parade.<\/strong> While at the park, drop your child\u2019s \u201cLetter to Santa\u201d<\/strong> in the special mailbox at the Chapel of Peace<\/strong>. We\u2019ll make sure he sees every single one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While you walk through Fairy Winterland, enjoy a culturally-inclusive holiday scavenger hunt, special performances, and a snow flurry in the Old West Junction. And, yes, you\u2019ll be able to cozy up with a complimentary cup of hot cocoa and cider<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When to visit:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n December 16 to 30, 2022<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. <\/strong>(we will also be open noon to 3:30 p.m. during this time period for general sessions)<\/p>\n\n\n\n –park closed December 24 and 25<\/p>\n\n\n\n General admission: $18<\/p>\n\n\n\n Members: $9 Here are some basics you need to know for your visit:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n One of San Francisco\u2019s most celebrated holiday installations is the two-story gingerbread house <\/strong>at the Fairmont Hotel. The fascinating creation is 22 feet tall, composed of thousands of gingerbread bricks and gallons of royal icing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Fahoo forays, dahoo dorays, Welcome Christmas with our How the Grinch Stole Christmas Trivia & Ugly Christmas Sweater party! Celebrate with 60 questions all about How the Grinch Stole Christmas, a Roast Beast Feast, an Ugly Christmas Sweater contest and Grinchy prizes all night long! Seating is limited so grab your tickets and get ready for your heart to grow three sizes in just one night!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Through Jan. 1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Christmas in the Park<\/strong> is back this year! San Jose is decked out in tens of thousands of sparkling lights, decorations, and more prepared by community groups. Blinky\u2019s Illuminated Holiday<\/strong> is their beloved drive-thru musical journey, which takes you through a mind-blowing light tunnel and a synchronized light show with millions of colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Back in the main showroom, Dec 16 and 17! (prices increase closer to show date, not my rule…but a fact)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Join the Countess for a night of song, story, and strong cocktails, sure to make the Yuletide gay!<\/p>\n\n\n\n For 15 years Katya, A Holiday Spectacular has been a beloved, award winning, San Francisco tradition. With songs ranging from classic holiday fair, and madcap medleys, to full-on disco klezmer lunacy. You and your loved ones are invited to experience the holidays as seen through the heavily lashed eyes of your Auntie Katya. TikTok: @Katya-Smirnoffskyy<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want donate online you can check this – Donormozo<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Tinseltown Where Everyday Is Christmas<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Have You Been Naughty Or Nice? Because Tinseltown Is Coming To Town!
Tinseltown is coming, just in time for winter! The all-encompassing Christmas-themed pop-up will be fulfilling all your festive wishes. The event is overflowing with holly jolly Christmas spirit! It’s time to make every day cheery again, and you guessed it…Tinseltown is all about celebrating Christmas so you can expect Santa, elves, presents, tinsel, festive tunes and lots of winter warmer drinks, including a fabulous Christmas cocktail menu! The halls are more than fully decked with baubles, bows, hanging trees, wreaths and just about every festive goodie ever! You’ll be left unable to shake the spirit and joy of our favorite season.
Tickets include entry to the themed bar and a themed drink on arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n3. Santa visits, crafts, and movies at Ghirardelli Square<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n5. Giant menorah lightings at Union Square<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Dec 25, 2022 | 11:30 PM<\/li>7. Glowfari<\/em> animal lantern festival at Oakland Zoo<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n8. Resounding Joy A Christmas Night Of Celebration<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n9. Essential Bay Area ice skating rinks<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Make sure that you get your Magic Key (in the current Fairyberry Red<\/u><\/strong> color), they are available for $3 each in the park’s gift shop and from our online store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n11. 22-foot gingerbread house at the Fairmont Hotel<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n12. How The Grinch Stole Christmas Trivia & Ugly Christmas Sweater Party<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n14. Katya A Holiday Spectacular At Feinstein<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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