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Best Things To Do in the Bay Area This December

Best Things To Do in the Bay Area This December

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With the holiday season in full swing, December is full of exciting and festive events — from making turns on the ice rink to peeking inside a sugar castle and taking in holiday dance and theater performances. 

Featured photo: Macy’s Union Square. 

San Francisco

The Nutcracker, A Christmas Carol, holiday ice skating and more!
A group of people in historical-style dark clothing stand on stage, raising their right arms while holding small objects. They are wearing hats and cloaks, and the stage is dimly lit with many small hanging lights in the background, creating a dramatic atmosphere—one of the best things to do in the Bay Area this December.
Photo by Joan Marcus.

North Bay

Teddy bear tea, breakfast with Santa, Mill Valley Winterfest and plenty of family fun.
A busy indoor craft fair, one of the best things to do in the Bay Area this December, features numerous people browsing various booths. Tables display handmade goods, including clothing, jars of preserves, and crafts. The venue has high ceilings with wooden beams and natural light flooding in from windows.
Photo courtesy of Fairfax Craft Faire.

South Bay

Christmas in the Park, Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train, Santa run and more!
A large green oval sign with the words "CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK" in yellow letters features a silhouette of Santa's sleigh pulled by reindeer. Surrounded by colorful holiday decorations, including small Christmas trees and presents, this event is one of the best things to do in the Bay Area this December.
Photo courtesy of Christmas in the Park.

East Bay

Jack London Square Tree Lighting, holiday street fair, and more fun events.
A tall Christmas tree adorned with lights and ornaments stands illuminated at night. The tree is situated outdoors near palm trees, with a nautical-themed building in the background displaying the word "Waterfront." The dark sky highlights the festive lights, making it one of the best things to do in the Bay Area this December.
Photo courtesy of Jack London Square.

Looking for more things to do in the area?

Visit our What to Do in Northern California page!

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