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12/3/25 - By Sandra Lee

Looking for the best things to do in San Francisco and the Bay Area this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list!

This weekend has concerts, winter festivals and so many other events that are great for the whole family. Elsa fans can head over to Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco to see Disney's Frozen in Concert, where a live orchestra plays the score to the movie as it's shown on the big screen. The Randall Museum is also hosting Winter Craft Day, a free events where kids can partake in making all sorts of gifts themselves like cards, ornaments, candles, and more. Finally, Ghiradelli Square lights up with a Glowing Hannukah pop up, where families can celebrate with jelly donuts, dreidels, and an LED piano concert.

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Posada Navideña by Calidanza Dance Company

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Start off the holiday season with the vibrant dance and music of Calidanza. Calidanza Dance Company’s performance visits different regions of Mexico and holiday festivities in a show featuring audience favorites and new choreography. READ MORE

Disney's Frozen in Concert with SF Symphony

San Francisco
Saturday, December 13
When her kingdom becomes trapped in perpetual winter, the fearless princess Anna sets out with an unlikely band of friends to find her sister, Queen Elsa, and break her icy spell. Experience this family favorite on the big screen as the San Francisco Symphony performs the score live—including the Academy Award®-winning, instant classic “Let It Go”!  READ MORE

Sausalito Winterfest 2025

Sausalito - FREE
Saturday, December 13
Sausalito goes big for the holidays with its annual lighted boat parade and fireworks. With reserved seating options for the best view, families can watch the colorful lights on the waterfront and then enjoy a fantastic fireworks display.  READ MORE

San Francisco 22nd Annual Parol Lantern Festival

San Francisco - FREE
Saturday, December 13
Celebrating Filipino culture, Yerba Buenas Gardens is hosting its annual Parol Festival with live music, holiday treats, art, and a parol lighting ceremony. Stroll through the gardens and check out the lanterns, sample traditional Filipino treats, and watch performances by local artists to celebrate the memorable holiday.  READ MORE

Lighted Boat Festival in Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay - FREE
Saturday, December 13
Families can celebrate the holidays in Half Moon Bay at the Lighted Boat Festival at Pillar Point Harbor. Enjoy a variety of food trucks, kids’ crafts, and live performances by local bands. The evening will culminate with a spectacular lighted drone show for the grand finale.  READ MORE

Annual French Winter Market at Old Courthouse Square

Redwood City - FREE
Saturday, December 13
Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with the family in downtown Santa Rosa. Make it an entire day of fun by checking out the synthetic ice skating rink, live music performances, and more. Mulled wine (or hot chocolate for the kiddos) is available as well as yummy pastries and treats. READ MORE

Winter Craft Day

San Francisco - FREE
Saturday, December 13
The Randall Museum hosts a special day of creative crafting activities for the winter season. The museum will be bustling with fun seasonal activities exploring all kinds of arts, crafts, & nature. READ MORE

Broadway Holiday at the Sebastiani Theatre

Sonoma
Saturday & Sunday, December 13 & 14
Broadway Holiday is back in an all-new production, adding sparkle and shine to the most wonderful time of the year. Featuring Broadway performers from hit shows such as Frozen, Mrs. Doubtfire and Wicked, this elegant evening of beautiful music and Broadway rhythms will fill your holidays with joy.  READ MORE

Dollie + Me Holiday Tea at the Westin St. Francis

San Francisco
Saturday & Sunday, December 13 & 14
An afternoon tea event with dollies, crafting, and fun at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco. This holiday tradition invites families for hot chocolate, sandwiches, and Dollie and Me sweet treats. Dollie crafting activities are hosted by Kit & Sis, and a goodie bag is given to each kid to enjoy year-round with their dolls.  READ MORE

Gingerbread Doghouse Workshop

Santa Rosa
Saturday & Sunday, December 13 & 14
Families can assemble and decorate their very own Snoopy doghouse out of gingerbread for the holidays at the winter workshop. Younger kids can attend the Parent and Child Gingerbread workshop, while older kids can make one of their own.  READ MORE

Brunch with Santa at Cocoanut Grove

Santa Cruz
Sunday, December 14
Enjoy a jolly morning with friends and family at the Boardwalk's Cocoanut Grove for brunch with Santa.  Activities include cookie decorating and Santa storytime.  READ MORE

Glowing Hanukkah Pop-Up at Ghirardelli Square

San Francisco - FREE
Sunday, December 14
Ghiradelli Square celebrates Hanukkah with candles, music, crafts, dreidel, and fun for the whole family. Enjoy fresh donuts with Harvey's Donuts, shop at Ghiradelli Square, and listen to an LED Piano Concert with Luminescent Grand.  READ MORE

Peter and the Wolf with the SF Symphony

San Francisco
Sunday, December 14
Sergei Prokofiev’s timeless tale of a boy and his animal friends’ bravery is brought to life with Joshua Dela Cruz (Blue’s Clues & You!) as a guest narrator and the SF Symphony Youth Orchestra, conducted by Radu Paponiu. READ MORE

Chanukah Celebration & Helicopter Gelt Drop

Petaluma - FREE
Sunday, December 14
Chabad's 10th annual celebration is a family-friendly event! Featuring a helicopter gelt drop, jelly donuts, hot latkes, live Chanukah music, the world's biggest dreidel, crafts, an interactive menorah game, and raffles! READ MORE

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Sandra Lee
Sandra Lee is the community publisher and social media manager for Mommy Poppins Bay Area. With nearly a decade of writing in the parenting space, she’s passionate about helping parents create unforgettable memories with their kids. Her work has appeared in Tiny Beans, Zulily, and more. When she's not exploring or creating content, you’ll find her baking or practicing her hip-hop moves.
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