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Golden Gate Park - 9:00 AM
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Stonestown Galleria - 9:30 AM
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The California Academy of Sciences - 9:30 AM
The Polar Express Train Ride at California State Railroad Museum
California State Railway Museum - various times Pick
California State Railway Museum - various times Pick
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Niles Festival of Lights Parade
Fri Nov 28, 2025
6:00pm PT
Age: All ages
Price: free
The Friday after Thanksgiving kicks off the holidays in Fremont with the annual Festival of Lights parade. See more than 60 unique floats, marching bands, costumed characters, and of course, an appearance from Santa.
The parade draws more than 10,000 people along the half-mile parade route in Niles so plan accordingly and get there early! The tree lighting is at 6 p.m., followed by the parade at 6:30pm.
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
