2023 Free Rides at Winter Wonderland | Downtown San Jose

November 24, 2023 @ 4:00 pm 6:00 pm

Winter Wonderland | Downtown San Jose

Free Rides between 4pm – 6pm on Nov. 24th.

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.

Also, amusement rides will stretch down the Paseo de San Antonio between Market Street and First Street.

Ticket Prices:
$5 a ride
CelebrateFamily.us Best Bet:  If you are buying tickets for more than 3 rides, the Unlimited Rides pass is cheaper.

*All times are subject to change due to weather conditions.

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

$5 $5 Each ride or purchase a wrist band.

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201 South Market Street
San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 294-8324
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2022 Tree Lighting Ceremony | Eastridge Center

November 26, 2022 @ 6:00 pm 8:00 pm

Things to do for families in the Bay area Christmas 2023

Eastridge Center is bringing back our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Join us for a night full of fun performances, gift card giveaways, and holiday cheer!

Let’s hope you’re not on the naughty list because we might be getting an early visit from the Big Man himself!

November 26, 2022 @ 6:00 pm 8:00 pm

Free
2200 Eastridge Loop
San Jose, CA 95122 USA
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2023 Holiday Train | Billy Jones Railroad at Oak Meadow Park

December 10, 2021 @ 6:00 pm 9:00 pm

2022 Holiday Train at Billy Jones Railroad at Oak Meadow Park

Continue the tradition, and join us for our annual Holiday Train aboard the Wildcat Railroad through the enchanting Fantasy of Lights set up in Vasona Park.

Holiday Train | Billy Jones Railroad at Oak Meadow Park Schedule:
The Holiday Train will run Thursdays through Sundays from December 7th to the 30th (6:00 to 9:00 pm). (Excluding December 24th and 25th) All hours are weather permitting.

Holiday Train Tickets:
Train: $5 Carousel: $3. Children under age 3, free with paid adult.
Express Ticket: $7. Includes 1 train ride & 1 carousel ride.

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

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$3 – $7
333 Blossom Hill Rd
Los Gatos, CA 95032 USA
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Let Us Break Bread Together | Oakland East Bay Orchestra

An annual concert at the Paramount Theater performed by the Oakland East Bay Orchestra and guests.  This year: The Music of Ray Charles and B. B. King

Celebrate life, love, and the holidays with your community and the Oakland Symphony! Michael Morgan’s “inspired, multifarious, musical bash” (SF Classical Voice) draws its energy this year from the blues and soul of Ray Charles and B.B. King. Special guests abound in this annual rollicking holiday party. Click here for more information.

Let Us Break Bread Together ticket prices:

Ticket Link
Premium $60
Standard $45
Economy $25
Youth under 18 $15 (all sections)

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Santa Saturday | Filoli House and Gardens

Santa Claus is coming to town!
Snap a selfie with Santa on his festive golden throne on the Woodland Garden Court from 10am-4pm.

On these Saturdays, Santa’s visiting Filoli and his sleigh is filled with fun for the whole family!

Santa Saturday Dates:
December 4-5 | 11-12 | 18-19

Tickets:
Adult $28.00
Child – Age 5 – 17 years old $15.00
Child (under age 5) $0.00

All activities are included with your Holidays at Filoli Admission Ticket.  Don’t forget to come early or stay later and stroll the beautiful grounds.

Marian’s Tip: If you are a Downton Abbey fan, then this is your Christmas treat!