Rocklin Tree Lighting
The Rocklin Tree Lighting at Quarry Park is on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Enjoy visits with Santa, live entertainment, a holiday market, and more. The tree lighting kicks off at 7pm.
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- Rocklin Quarry Park 4000 Rocklin Road, Rocklin, CA
Lighted Boat Parade (Old Sacramento Waterfront)
Old Sacramento Waterfront Sacramento, CAThe Old Sacramento Lighted Boat Parade floats down the Sacramento River on Saturday, December 6, 2025. This annual boat parade is put on by the Capital City Yacht Club. The parade begins at 5pm.
FreeWoodland Holiday Ice Rink Opening Day
Freeman Park 1001 Main St, Woodland, CAThe Woodland Holiday Ice Rink opens for the season on Saturday, December 6, 2025. There will be music, lights, an appearance from Santa Claus, and more.
Woodland Wonderland of Lights
Yolo County Fairgrounds 1250 E. Gum Ave., Woodland, CAWoodland Wonderland of Lights is a brand-new holiday lights experience in 2025 in Yolo County. The experience begins on Saturday, December 6, 2025 and runs through Sunday, December 14, 2025. This is a 2-mile holiday lights car drive-thru event.
$20Parade of Lights in Elk Grove
District 56 8230 Civic Center Dr #100, Elk Grove, CAParade of Lights in Elk Grove will bring holiday joy to the community on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The parade will take place from 6pm to 7pm, and is the same night and time as the Illumination Festival in Elk Grove.
FreeWinter Wonderland at The Prickly Pear
The Prickly Pear 816 U St, Sacramento, CAEnjoy a winter wonderland at The Prickly Pear on December 5 & 6, 2025. Wander through a desert garden, take your photo in front of a picture next to a 10-ft succulent tree, see a light show, hang out with a baby goats and Harriet the goose, and shop from food and beverage vendors.
FreeCars and Cocoa with Santa & Mrs. Claus
California Automobile Museum 2200 Front Street, Sacramento, CADrive over to the California Automobile Museum for Cars and Cocoa with Santa & Mrs Claus on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Take photos with Santa in a 1968 Fairlane Convertible. Photos with Santa are included with museum admission. Hot cocoa will be available for sale.
$14Merry Zip-Mas at Quarry Park Adventures
Quarry Park Adventures 5373 Pacific St, Rocklin, CAFor just $10, take a single zip line ride at Quarry Park Adventures from Friday - Sunday, December 5-7, 2025.
$10Festival of Trees in Lodi
Festival of Trees takes place on December 6 & 7, 2025 at the San Joaquin County Museum in Micke Grove Park in Lodi. There will be festive Christmas trees, local performances, crafts, food, entertainment, and more. Tickets include free parking in Micke Grove Park and one free dessert in the Victorian Tea Room.
$15Creekside Town Center Holiday Celebration
Creekside Town Center 1180-1256 Galleria Boulevard, Roseville, CACreekside Town Center in Roseville will have a free Holiday Celebration on Sunday, December 7, 2025. There will be photos with Santa, treat bags, face painting, and balloon art.
FreeChristkindlmarkt (Sacramento Turn Verein)
Sacramento Turn Verein 3349 J St, Sacramento, CAThe annual Christkindlmarkt at Sacramento Turn Verein will take place on Saturday & Sunday, December 6 & 7, 2025. This event is the closest Sacramento will get to an authentic German Christmas market. There will be local vendors, traditional German food, Glühwein (mulled wine), and Santa Claus appearances. Event is free for children ages 15 and under.
$5Chanukah Wonderland in Folsom
Folsom Community Center 52 Natoma Street, Folsom, CAChanukah Wonderland takes place on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at the Folsom Community Center. All families are welcome to attend. There will be carnival games, interactive crafts, a build-a-menorah workshop, latkes, face painting, live shows, and more holiday fun.
A Fresh Aire Holiday Concert in Rancho Cordova
Koreana Plaza KP Market Food Court, 10971 Olson Dr Suite 362, Rancho CordovaEnjoy A Fresh Aire Holiday Concert with the Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This free holiday concert will have the music of Manheim Steamroller.
FreeDowntown Roseville Ice Rink Opening Day
Downtown Roseville will debut its first-ever ice rink on Sunday, December 7, 2025. The synthetic ice rink will be open for the holiday season from December 7 - January 4, 2026 at Vernon Street Town Square.
$18Santa Comes to Critterville
Sacramento Splash 4426 Excelsior Rd, Mather, CAEnjoy free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Critterville on Monday, December 8, 2025. There will be cookies, cocoa, and a chance to see some of Critterville's animal ambassadors.
FreePeanuts & Police: A Charlie Brown Holiday at Galt PD
Galt Police Department 455 Industrial Drive, Galt, CAThe Galt Police Department will have a holiday open house on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. This free event will include photos with Santa, a stroll through the police station, and holiday treats like cookie and hot cocoa.
FreeHoliday Canned Food Drive at Safetyville
Safetyville USA 3909 Bradshaw Rd, Sacramento, CABring a canned food or pantry item donation to support local Sacramento area families to receive free open play at Safetyville USA on December 9 & 10, 2025. These two hour events will also include complimentary hot cocoa and cookies.
Santa at BusyKids in Folsom
BusyKids 1014 Riley St, Folsom, CASanta will be at BusyKids in Folsom on Friday, December 12, 2025 from 4-6pm. Photos with Santa are included in regular admission to BusyKids.
$17Photo with Santa Toy Drive at Rooftop Macarons
Rooftop Macarons 8876 Vintage Park Dr, Sacramento, CABring an unwrapped toy to Rooftop Macarons in Sacramento on Friday, December 12, 2025, and in exchange, receive a photo with Santa from 5-8pm.
Ugly Sweater Skate Party
Skatetown Ice Arena 1009 Orlando Ave, Roseville, CAAn Ugly Sweater Skate Party will take place on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Skatetown Ice Arena in Roseville. There will be a laser and disco lights show, games, DJ, and more. Children ages 4 and under receive free admission (and free skates) with a paid adult.
$20Fortunate Feast (Oak Park)
Oak Park Community Center 3425 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Sacramento, CAThe 7th Annual Fortunate Feast takes place on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the Oak Park Community Center. Neighbors are welcome to attend this free community event. Breakfast, coffee or hot cocoa, new toys, gifts, holiday supplies, decor, and more will all be available for free. Santa will also be available at the event for photo opportunities.
FreeLi’l Sprouts in the Garden: Twigs, Tea, and Everything in Between
Soil Born Farms 2140 Chase Dr., Rancho Cordova, CALi'l Sprouts in the Garden is a multi-sensory experience for toddlers ages 3-5 at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova. There are multiple sessions, each with different theme. This session will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025 with the theme of Twigs, Tea, and Everything in Between.
$15Sacramento Santa Parade
Capitol Park Sacramento, CAThis year's Santa Parade will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025. This free holiday parade will circle Capitol Park beginning at 10am. Expect to see marching bands, horses, vehicles, clowns, and Santa Claus.
FreeSanta’s Arrival at Citrus Town Center
Citrus Town Center 7925 Greenback Ln, Citrus Heights, CACelebrate Santa's Arrival at Citrus Town Center on Saturday, December 13, 2025. There will be free photos with Santa, face painting, snow play tables, and a festive atmosphere. While this is a free event, donations for Santa photos are appreciated.
FreePopcorn with Santa in Elk Grove
The Popcorn Store 9679 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CAThe Popcorn Store in Elk Grove will have its free annual Popcorn with Santa event on Saturday, December 13, 2025. In addition to free photos with Santa, there will be free bags of gourmet white popcorn and a kids art activity table.
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