Today: The Nutcracker performed by the Peninsula Ballet Theatre
Experience the Magic! Kick-off the Holidays with tradition and joy… Something for the whole family to love.
Performance Dates and Times: Saturday, December 15th 7 pm Sunday, December 16th 2 pm
BayAreaNutcracker.com: Visit BayAreaNutcracker.com for a complete listing of Nutcracker ballets in the Bay area.[LINK]
$30 – $60
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
Today: The Nutcracker performed by Rachel’s Ballet
Experience the Magic! Kick off the Holidays with tradition and joy… Something for the whole family to love.
These free community outreach performances are made possible by the generosity of Rachel Tan, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Temple Hill Cultural Arts Committee, Temple Hill Public Affairs Committee, Temple Hill Symphony Orchestra), and donations.
Performance Dates and Times: Friday, December 15 at 7:00 pm Saturday, December 16th at 2:00 pm Ticket Link
Free
BayAreaNutcracker.com: Visit BayAreaNutcracker.com for a complete listing of Nutcracker ballets in the Bay area.[LINK]
Free visits with Santa at Christmas in the Park in San Jose.
Santa visits are free, so be sure to bring your own camera for picture opportunities. Santa’s area will be a festive, outdoor setting located near the park’s North end.
A part of Christmas in the Park at Plaza de Cesar Chavez.
Santa will be at Christmas in the Park every day until December 24th. Check the schedule below for times.
About Christmas in the Park: A much beloved holiday tradition in San Jose that takes place in downtown. Enjoy free entertainment, holiday displays and Christmas trees decorated by community groups and businesses in the area.
Want to know more about what is going on at Christmas in the Park? Visit our Christmas in the Park page. [LINK]
View our complete holiday calendar of special family events, Santa visits, Nutcracker ballets and more at CelebrateFamily.us Holidays [LINK]
Part of Christmas in the Park in downtown San Jose, Blinky’s Illuminated Holiday is a drive through holiday experience at Lake Cunningham Park.
This year’s event, Blinky’s Illuminated Holiday, will follow Blinky the reindeer through the musical journey of his imagination. A brand-new display that will feature over 200,000 lights.
Dates/Times:
November 26, 2021 – January 9, 2022
5 pm – 11 pm
Tickets/Pricing
$30 (per car) standard ticket for entry
$75 (per car) VIP ticket which includes front of the line entry and Christmas in the Park swag!
View our complete holiday calendar of special family events, Santa visits, Nutcracker ballets and more at CelebrateFamily.us Holidays [LINK]
The family amusement area on Park Avenue, between Market Street and Almaden Boulevard, next to the Tech Interactive, offers a festive arcade of fun and entertainment. Winter Wonderland will feature buskers, holiday photo opportunities, and a gift market in partnership with Culture Night Market.
Winter Wonderland features a festive arcade of rides and attractions for the entire community. From the beautiful 60’ tall Ferris Wheel to the colorful Classic Carousel – the rides are a fun attraction for kids and adults alike (tickets are $5 a ride).
2024 Winter Wonderland Ride Hours
November 29: 4PM-10PM
November 30 – December 1: 12PM-11PM
December 2-6: 4PM-11PM
December 7-8: 12PM-11PM
December 13: 4PM-11PM
December 14-15: 12PM-11PM
December 16-19: 4PM – 10PM
December 20 – January 1: 12PM – 11PM
*All times are subject to change due to weather conditions.
