38th Annual Bill Graham Menorah Lighting

Thursday, Dec. 9, 3–5 p.m. Union Square Celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with this annual lighting of the first candle on the 25-foot-tall menorah. Free, 415-668-6178, w... Read More

Holiday Happenings

Holiday Wreath-making Workshop

Saturday, Dec. 8, 1–3 p.m. S.F. Botanical Garden, Strybing Arboretum, Golden Gate Park Make it a family affair and come create festive wreaths and garlands using colorful gre... Read More

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S.F. Ballet’s Nutcracker

Dec. 7–28 War Memorial Opera House A tradition since 1944, this annual production is set in early 20th-century San Francisco. Join the adventures of the Nutcracker, the Mouse... Read More

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Annual Holiday Lights Tree-lighting Ceremony

Friday, Dec. 7, 5:30–6:30 p.m. Lincoln Blvd. at Funston Ave. Join in this decades-old Presidio tradition featuring the Golden Gate Carolers. Light refreshments will follow at... Read More

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Rock the Square Celebrity Bell Ringing

Friday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Macy’s, Hyatt, & Union Square Featuring S.F. celebrities and local bands, this lunch-hour concert is open to all — ring a bel... Read More

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83rd Annual Golden Gate Park Holiday Tree Lighting

Thursday, Dec. 6, 5–7 p.m. McLaren Lodge, Golden Gate Park (501 Stanyan St.) The lighting of a Monterey cypress includes live entertainment, visit from Santa, carnival rides,... Read More

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Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square

Daily thru Jan 21., 10 a.m.–11:30 p.m. Union Square Ring in the holiday season at this outdoor rink with sessions starting every 90 minutes. $11–$15, 415-781-2688, www.... Read More

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Holiday Ice Rink at Embarcadero Center

Daily thru Jan. 6, 10 a.m. Justin Herman Plaza Enjoy nine weeks of ice-skating fun during the holiday season at this, the largest outdoor ice rink in the City. $9.50–$13, 415... Read More

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Guardsmen Annual Holiday Tree Sale

Daily thru Dec. 16, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center Don’t miss this winter wonderland tree sale where you can buy ornaments, wreaths and Christmas tr... Read More

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48th Annual Ghirardelli Square Tree Lighting Ceremony

Friday, Nov 23, 1 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Ghirardelli Square The ceremony will feature a new, artificial and environmentally friendly tree — the tallest on the wharf — as ... Read More

Holiday Happenings

Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square

Daily, Nov 7–Jan 21, 10 a.m.–11:30 p.m. Union Square Ring in the holiday season at this outdoor rink with sessions starting every 90 minutes. $11–$15, 415-781-268... Read More

Holiday Happenings

Holiday Ice Rink at Embarcadero Center

Daily, Nov 7–Jan 6, 10 a.m. Justin Herman Plaza Enjoy nine weeks of ice-skating fun during the holiday season at this largest outdoor rink. $9.50–$13, 415-837-1931, www... Read More

Holiday Happenings