November 24, 2023
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6:00 pm
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8:00 pm
This year, more than any other, shopping small is the best thing you can do for your community! So instead of one night, we’ve gone back to our roots and there will be 4 Nights of Lights! Main Street shops will be open late and there will be beautiful lights adorning the trees and shop windows to light your way to a happy holiday!
- Friday, November 24: Christmas Tree Lighting and Decorating
We’re lighting up the big tree in Mac Dutra Park! Kids are invited to bring handmade ornaments to hang on the tree. Tree Lighting courtesy of McDonald’s HMB.
- Friday, December 1: Annual Lighted Parade and Santa Claus
The Parade is back! The Annual Lighted Parade with Santa Claus starts around 6:15 — come early to stake out your spot! Santa will be in Mac Dutra Park after the parade. The Kid’s Zone will take place next to the park on Kelly with fun activities for kids of all ages. Parade Courtesy of Republic Services Friday,
- December 8: Ugly Sweater Party
Bring out your best (or worst?) ugly holiday sweater and join us downtown for the Ugly Sweater Party. Our panel of sweater experts will award prizes for the most atrocious attire. Ugly Sweater Party courtesy of Cantina @ San Benito House
- Friday, December 15: Holiday Movie Night
“There’s room for everyone on the Nice List!” Bring the whole family and join us in the Cunha’s Country Store parking lot for an outdoor screening of Elf, the holiday favorite starring Will Ferrell. Movie courtesy of Jupiter & Main.
Come join us on Main Street during the Nights of Lights for holiday spirit, fun activities, music, and more!
Free
December 6, 2024
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6:00 pm
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8:00 pm
The Los Altos Village Association presents the annual Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony from 6-8pm in Veterans Community Plaza.
Join us for lighting of the official city tree, followed by musical selections by local school choral groups. Santa will arrive around 6:30pm and will be available to visit with the children. Bring your own camera.
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com
Free
December 7, 2024
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
Morgan Hill’s annual Holiday Lights Parade returns to downtown Morgan Hill.
Invite your friends and family to enjoy this hometown holiday celebration with a Christmas tree lighting and holiday parade with floats, cars, local clubs, youth sports teams, and even Santa himself!
Free Parking at the VTA lot/Morgan Hill Train Station, accessed off of Butterfield Blvd. Parade begins at 5:30pm. Parade route will go South on the northbound lane of Monterey Road between First St and Fifth St.
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com
Free
Image credit/image courtesy of Morgan Hill Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade
December 7, 2024
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6:30 pm
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7:00 pm
Join us for a FREE, family-friendly event in the heart of downtown Gilroy! The Christmas Tree Lighting will take place at 6:30 pm. Part of the Gilroy Holiday Festival & Parade.
Gilroy Holiday Highlights:
- Santa’s Village: Meet the jolly man himself!
- Grinchville: Embrace the mischievous charm of the Grinch (3 – 5 pm)
- Parade: Enjoy a talented collection of local organizations & performers as they take to the streets!
- Holiday Parade: 5 pm
Float Contest: Participants in the parade are automatically entered to win!
- Tree Lighting: Ring in the holiday season as we light up our downtown Christmas tree (6:30 pm)
- Window Display Contest: A celebration of the holiday spirit & creativity of local shops
- Goodies Galore: Feast on treats from vendors & local businesses
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. REPORT EVENT
Free
Image credit/image courtesy of Gilroy Holiday Festival & Parade
December 7, 2024
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3:00 pm
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7:00 pm
Join us for a FREE, family-friendly event in the heart of downtown Gilroy!
Gilroy Holiday Highlights:
- Santa’s Village: Meet the jolly man himself!
- Grinchville: Embrace the mischievous charm of the Grinch (3 – 5 pm)
- Parade: Enjoy a talented collection of local organizations & performers as they take to the streets!
- Holiday Parade: 5 pm
Float Contest: Participants in the parade are automatically entered to win!
- Tree Lighting: Ring in the holiday season as we light up our downtown Christmas tree (6:30 pm)
- Window Display Contest: A celebration of the holiday spirit & creativity of local shops
- Goodies Galore: Feast on treats from vendors & local businesses
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com
Free
Per Family
Image credit/image courtesy of Gilroy Holiday Festival & Parade
