Community Events
See below for free or low cost events happening in various counties this month.
SACRAMENTO COUNTY
Fair Oaks Tree Lighting:
Celebrate the magic of the season at the beloved Tree Lighting event! Bring the whole family and enjoy an evening filled with heartwarming holiday cheer, including photos with Santa, community stage performances, children’s games and activities, hot cocoa, and more! The tree will be lit at 7:00 pm.
- Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Fair Oaks Village
- 10219 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks, CA 95628
- https://forpd.org/278/Fair-Oaks-Tree-Lighting
City Hall Annual Tree Lighting:
Join the city of Citrus Heights for its annual Holiday Tree Lighting. This is a free event. There will be Holiday sing-a-longs, hot cocoa & cookies, train rides around City Hall, and photos with Santa.
- Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
- City Hall
- 6360 Fountain Square Dr., Citrus Heights
- https://www.citrusheights.net/1315/Annual-Tree-Lighting
D1 Winter Wonderland:
It will be a white Christmas at North Natomas Regional Park. You won’t want to miss a day of free activities like free ice skating, games, holiday workshops, and an array of local vendors with amazing items that’d be perfect for holiday gifts. Make sure to stop by and see Santa while he’s in town!
- Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
- North Natomas Regional Park
- 2501 New Market Dr, Sacramento, CA 95835
- https://sacramento365.com/event/d1-winter-wonderland/
Illumination Holiday Festival:
This free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with festive food, live entertainment, cultural celebrations, and joyful surprises. Enjoy shopping in the Vendor Village, seasonal eats, photos with Santa, and fun for the kids, including games and synthetic ice skating. Don’t miss the Parade of Lights at 6 p.m., followed by a magical tree lighting and snowfall finale. Come celebrate community, culture, and holiday cheer—all in one unforgettable evening!
- Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- District 56
- 8230 Civic Center Dr., Elk Grove, CA 95757
- https://sacramento365.com/event/illumination-holiday-festival-2/
Theatre of Lights:
Theatre of Lights is a free, family-friendly performance retelling “Twas the Night Before Christmas” in a uniquely Sacramento way on the rooftops of the Old Sacramento Waterfront. Produced by Downtown Sacramento Partnership, the shows are on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays!
- Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays, November 28 - December 24, 2025,
- 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm & 7:30 pm – 8:00 pm on Fridays & Saturdays
- 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm on Sundays
- Old Sacramento Waterfront
- 1002 2nd Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
- https://www.oldsacramento.com/event/theatre-lights
PLACER COUNTY
Rocklin Tree Lighting:
Events include the Holiday Market, Food Trucks, Kid Activities, Performances, Santa, and the tree lighting, which takes place at 7:00 pm.
- Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
- Quarry Park
- 5373 Pacific Street, Rocklin, CA 95677
- https://www.rocklinchamber.com/treelighting.html
Downtown Holiday Celebration: Tree Grove:
Come visit the Tree Grove on the Square. Local businesses, organizations and schools have the opportunity to decorate trees in the Square. The public will also have a chance to vote for their favorites! We recommend seeing these beautiful trees in person for the best experience, but photos are posted below for those who can't make it!
- December 3 - 11, 2025, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
- Vernon Street Town Square
- 311 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678
- https://www.godowntownroseville.com/2025/12/04/356607/downtown-holiday-celebration-tree-grove-5/
Festival of Lights Parade:
- Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
- Lincoln Way at Cherry St to the Fairgrounds
- Auburn, CA 95603
- https://www.auburn.ca.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1828&month=12&year=2025&day=19&calType=0
EL DORADO COUNTY
El Dorado Hills Christmas Tree Lighting:
It’s a magical night for the whole family. Kicking off the evening festivities, the first 200 kids can play the ‘stuff your stocking’ game. Check out the Merchant Open House from 4 pm-8 pm, enjoy the live band from 4:30 pm-7:30 pm, winners of the caroling contest will perform at 6 pm, and then Santa arrives and the tree lighting takes place at 6:30 pm, signaling the official start of the magical holiday season!
- Saturday, December 6, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- El Dorado Hills Town Center
- 2085 Vine Street, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
- https://edhtowncenter.com/upcoming-events/
Hangtown Christmas Parade:
Don’t miss this year’s parade, featuring floats, a marching band, and carolers. Santa and all his helpers will be there to welcome you and your family.
- Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Starts on Broadway at 1:00 pm
- Placerville
- https://visit-eldorado.com/event/hangtown-christmas-parade-2/
2025 Cameron Park Santa Parade:
Get ready for twinkling lights, sirens of cheer, and a sleigh full of holiday magic as the Cameron Park Fire Department proudly presents the 2025 Annual Santa Parade! Santa rolls out from Station 89 at 5:00 PM sharp each night, making his merry way through Cameron Park neighborhoods.
- Friday - Sunday, December 19-21, 2025, from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
- Cameron Park neighborhoods
- https://www.cameronpark.org/2025-cameron-park-santa-parade
SOLANO COUNTY
Merriment on Main:
A festive evening full of cheer in Vacaville's downtown. Vendors will line Main Street offering sweets and goodies, and performers and crowd entertainers will captivate. The fifty-foot tree will be lit promptly at 6:30 PM. Eventgoers will gather to experience the holiday extravaganza, featuring music, lights, and plenty of holiday spirit!
- Tuesday, December 2, 2025, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Main Street in downtown Vacaville
- https://www.cityofvacaville.gov/government/parks-and-recreation/special-events/merriment-on-main
Holiday Tree Lighting:
Festivities following the tree lighting will include musical performances, a trackless train, hot cocoa, photos with Santa, the Grinch who DJ'd Christmas, and more! They will be located along Texas Street, between Union Avenue and Madison Street.
- Friday, December 5, 2025, from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- Downtown Fairfield
- The tree lighting is at the corner of Texas and Jefferson Streets at 6 pm
- https://www.fairfield.ca.gov/our-city/holiday-tree-lighting
3rd Annual Kwanzaa Celebration:
The event celebrates the spirit of unity & culture by bringing together friends, family, and neighbors. It features African & African American traditions, including food, music, traditional dance, visual arts, & community awards.
- Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
- Joseph Nelson Community Center
- 611 Village Drive, Suisun City, CA 94585
- https://www.suisun.com/Events-directory/3rd-Annual-Kwanzaa-Celebration
YOLO COUNTY
Downtown Candlelight Parade and Winter Wonderland:
Once the parade arrives, there will be a countdown for the Winter Wonderland that will include winter lights and other celebratory decorations. The following activities will also be available: Performances and original pieces performed by a variety of local groups. Horse and carriage rides at Second and G Streets. Roaming mascot characters. Photo opportunities and more!
- Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
- On G street between Second and Third streets
- Davis
- https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/city-manager-s-office/community-events/downtown-candlelight-parade-and-winter-wonderland
The 11th Annual Winters Tractor Parade & Festival:
Festival & Parade Activities Include: Holiday Music, Annual Tree Lighting, Elf Hunt and Hot Cocoa Crawl, Kids Activities, Food Trucks, Santa & Friends, and more!
- Friday, December 5, 2025, from 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Tree Lighting at 6 pm)
- Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Parade at 6 pm)
- Downtown Winters, CA. 95694
- https://winterstractorparade.com/
Cocoa with Santa Paws:
Santa is coming to the Woodland Dog Park! Bring your favorite furry friends on December 3 for photos with Santa, festive fun, and cocoa! Don’t forget to dress your pup in their holiday best for the Festive Fido Contest. Sign up online for just $1 per family: https://bit.ly/CocoaSanta
- Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
- Woodland Dog Park
- 2001 East Street, Woodland, CA 95776
- https://www.cityofwoodland.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=7196&month=12&year=2025&day=20&calType=0
ONLINE
Chair Yoga:
Relax and unwind with Chair Yoga, a perfect way to de-stress and stretch out those muscles! Yoga is a fantastic way to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Learn breathing exercises and mindfulness techniques to improve relaxation, reduce stress, increase pain management, and sleep better. Classes are gentle and designed to be accessible for older adults and people with arthritis. We will explore a variety of chair options and props, so everyone can enjoy the practice of yoga.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
- Free online class.
- Register online.
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chair-yoga-tickets-1496157379999?aff=ebdssbdestsearch