Holiday lights in San Francisco make the already beautiful City by the Bay shine extra bright in December. From the North Bay to the South Bay and everything in between, festive holiday light displays around the Bay Area sparkle beautifully and are worth checking out. From 80-foot Christmas trees to whimsically lit gardens and over-the-top Christmas décor, the Bay Area is bursting with holiday spirit. 

Whether families don matching pajamas and sip on hot chocolate from the comfort of their warm cars or explore Bay Area neighborhoods on foot, parents and little ones alike are sure to marvel at the bright lights, colorful characters, and, in some cases—synchronized holiday light shows. Christmas and holiday lights in San Francisco are plentiful. From neighborhoods to hotels, families are spoiled with holiday lights in San Francisco. 

For more holiday activities in the Bay Area, check out our Christmas Activities Holiday Guide for San Francisco Bay Area Kids. It includes the top places to see Santa in San Francisco, a list of Polar Express train rides and Christmas trains in the Bay Area, and much more! 

Looking for restaurants open on Christmas in Chicago? We have a great list.

This Christmas, it’s OK to let someone else do the cooking. If you’re looking for kid-friendly restaurants open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day in Chicago, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up restaurants with beautiful Christmas displays, special Christmas menus, and holiday treats that will add a little magic to your kids' Christmas meal. With no clean-up required, you and the kids can head home, sit back, and relax in your matching Christmas pajamas. 

For more holiday ideas, check out our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Activities for Chicago Families. Also, check restaurant website for the most up-to-date menus and hours or service.

We don't talk about Bruno, but we will talk about Disney Encanto x CAMP, the magical immersive experience at the new CAMP store at Tysons Corner Center in Virginia. This paid experience invites visitors behind the Magic Door of the toy store and into the Madrigal family's Casita, where they'll enjoy live music, hands-on activities, and magic behind every door.

My 9-year-old daughter and I attended a preview of this dazzling experience. Read on to learn all about it, then find more indoor places to play in our Guide to Indoor Playgrounds, Play Spaces, and More Indoor Fun for Kids in DC.

With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, perhaps skip cooking and dine at one of the many Orlando restaurants open on Christmas. Read on for a list of places around Orlando to enjoy a nice meal on December 25, including Orlando theme parks serving tasty fare during Christmas.

In addition to the list below, most of these Orlando Dinner Shows are also open on Christmas. Be sure to also check out our Orlando Restaurants Guide for more yummy ideas! Need more festive local activities this holiday season? Get your fill by perusing the Orlando Holiday and Christmas Guide.

Dine out at these Atlanta restaurants open on Christmas and give yourself the ultimate Christmas gift of relaxation. When Christmas Day arrives, the last thing many parents want to do is cook and serve a Christmas meal...after trimming the tree, sending out holiday cards, wrapping gifts, and even setting out cookies for Santa. 

Read on to find the perfect restaurant open on Christmas to please everyone in the family. We've included places for a casual breakfast, a fancy dinner, or something in between. Since you're not cooking and cleaning up, you'll have more time to check out Dazzling Holiday and Christmas Lights in Atlanta, drive around Atlanta neighborhoods with awesome residential holiday lights, or even go holiday ice skating on Christmas Day.

Book reservations early before slots fill up. Also, confirm plans with restaurants beforehand, especially as some location hours vary. And don’t forget to bring a smile, patience, and a nice tip as labor shortages can cause slower service.

Too pooped to put on Christmas this year? Don't fret: There are plenty of restaurants open on Christmas Day in New Jersey, so all you have to make is a reservation. So, once all the presents under your Christmas tree have been unwrapped and the stockings scavenged, lounge in your PJs, sip your coffee, and watch the kids play with their gifts and goodies without worrying about cooking and cleaning.

We’ve rounded up several New Jersey restaurants that are serving up a festive feast on Christmas Day. Make certain to call ahead to secure your spot. After that's done, take a drive to enjoy these festive New Jersey holiday light displays and peruse all the other ways to be merry in our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events in New Jersey.

Tired, holiday-weary parents: This list of restaurants open on Christmas in NYC is a gift to you. In the craziest of seasons, booking a reservation at one of these family-friendly NYC restaurants takes one thing off your to-do list. Most of these NYC restaurants are serving scrumptious Christmas meals in-house, but if you'd prefer to dine in the comfort of your own home, we've got you covered there, too, with a handful of restaurants that will happily cater your Christmas feast.

Find plenty more seasonal picks in our Holiday Fun Guide and kid-friendly eats for any occasion—or none at all—in our Family-Friendly Restaurant Guide.

When it comes to Christmas dinner, why not visit one of these local restaurants open on Christmas in Westchester and the Hudson Valley? These family-friendly restaurants are ready to help you and your family celebrate the holidays with a little less stress. But a word of caution: If you’re planning to eat out at one of these restaurants open on Christmas Day or Christmas Eve, book reservations as soon as possible.

For more Christmas fun, see our Guide to Holiday Activities for Westchester and Hudson Valley Families, which is packed with our favorite local holiday light displays and our bucket list of holiday happenings, including 32 FREE things to do to celebrate.