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Your Ultimate East Bay Holiday Events Guide
The holiday season has arrived, and the East Bay is bursting with festive magic! From sparkling light shows and hometown parades to cultural performances, markets, wine-country experiences, and beloved Tri-Valley traditions, this guide features more than 40 seasonal events you won’t want to miss.
Tri-Valley Events: December 2025
December is sparkling in the Tri-Valley, and this month’s lineup of festive events is bigger and brighter than ever. From dazzling holiday light displays and magical parades to Christmas markets, Nutcracker performances, wine tours, Santa visits, and New Year’s Eve celebrations, the Tri-Valley is packed with ways to enjoy the season.
Best Holiday Lights in the East Bay Area
Bring the holiday magic to life with the East Bay’s brightest Christmas light displays! From iconic neighborhood traditions like Candy Cane Lane in Pleasanton to interactive walks like Tunnels of Joy in Brentwood, we’ve rounded up the top festive displays across Pleasanton, Livermore, Walnut Creek, Concord, San Ramon, Woodside, Alameda, Oakland, and Brentwood.
Pleasanton Hometown Holiday Celebration 2025
Experience the magic of the season at the Pleasanton Hometown Holiday Celebration 2025 on Saturday, December 6! Enjoy the festive Hometown Holiday Parade, dazzling floats, marching bands, and a special visit from Santa Claus, followed by the Tree Lighting Ceremony with music, community sing-alongs, and holiday cheer in Downtown Pleasanton. Free and fun for the whole family!
Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season in Pleasanton
This holiday season, spread joy and kindness in Pleasanton and the East Bay. Learn how to adopt a family, join toy drives, volunteer at shelters, donate clothes, and support seniors to make a real difference in your community.
Explore the Danville Farmer’s Market
Discover the Danville Farmers’ Market, open year-round on Saturdays. Enjoy fresh local produce, artisanal goods, and a vibrant community atmosphere in Downtown Danville.
Celebrate the Holidays in Downtown Pleasanton
Celebrate the season in Downtown Pleasanton with festive events, family activities, holiday shopping, and community cheer. Explore Small Business Saturday, Magical Holiday Evening, Hometown Holiday Celebration, 12 Days of Giveaways, Finding Frosty scavenger hunt, and the Spirit and Sweater Stroll.
Discover the San Ramon Farmer’s Market
Experience the best of San Ramon at the weekly Farmers Market! From farm-fresh fruits and vegetables to artisan pastries, flowers, and street food, the market at City Center Bishop Ranch offers something for everyone. Join the community for shopping, live music, and a Saturday full of local flavors.
Bay Area Food Pantries and Programs
Looking for food assistance or ways to give back in the Bay Area? Explore local food pantries offering free meals, groceries, and volunteer opportunities to support neighbors in need across the Bay Area.
Tri-Valley Events: November 2025
November has arrived in the Tri-Valley, and the holiday season is officially underway! From tree lightings and holiday parades to boutique shopping and local festivities, there's no better place to celebrate the season and create lasting memories with friends and family. Let’s take a look at what’s happening in the Tri-Valley this November!
Discover the Livermore Farmer’s Market
The Livermore Farmers Market is a weekly celebration of community, flavor, and local pride. Every Sunday in Downtown Livermore, you’ll find everything from organic produce and baked goods to handmade crafts and live entertainment. Whether you’re grabbing your morning coffee, picking up farm-fresh groceries, or just enjoying the downtown energy, the Livermore Farmers Market is the perfect way to spend your Sunday.
Your Guide to the Pleasanton Farmer’s Market
Discover the Pleasanton Farmers’ Market, open Saturdays year-round from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Downtown Pleasanton. Enjoy fresh fruits, seasonal vegetables, artisan goods, baked treats, flowers, and more while supporting local farmers and small businesses. Experience a vibrant community hub in Pleasanton with family-friendly activities, sustainability initiatives, and unique shopping opportunities every weekend.
Downtown Livermore Kidz Town Halloween Hay Day
Halloween magic returns to Downtown Livermore on Saturday, October 25, for the annual Livermore Kidz Town Halloween Hay Day! This free, family event brings the community together for a morning full of trick-or-treating, live music, games, and a fun-filled costume contest at Stockmen’s Park. Perfect for children in 5th grade and under, it’s one of Livermore’s most beloved traditions.
Your Ultimate Guide to Halloween Events in Livermore: Pumpkin Patches, Hayrides, and Spooky Fun
Celebrate Halloween in Livermore with pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides, and festive downtown events. Whether you’re planning a family outing or an adults-only wine tour, Livermore offers fall fun for everyone this October.
Halloween Events in Pleasanton 2025: Haunted Walks, Brew Crawls, and Family-Friendly Fall Fun
Looking for Halloween fun in Pleasanton? Explore haunted walks, brew crawls, pumpkin scavenger hunts, festive workshops, and family-friendly events happening across Downtown Pleasanton and the Tri-Valley this October!
TASTE Livermore Valley Wine Experience 2025: The Ultimate Wine & Food Weekend in the Tri-Valley
Looking for a full guide to TASTE Livermore Valley Wine Experience 2025? From the Taste Our Terroir food and wine competition to vineyard hikes, hands-on tastings, exclusive dinners, and masquerades under the stars, this guide covers every event, participating winery, and experience so you can plan the perfect Livermore Valley weekend.
Pumpkins on Main: Downtown Pleasanton’s Halloween Scavenger Hunt Event
Pumpkins on Main is back in Downtown Pleasanton! From October 11–28, families can enjoy a free scavenger hunt through Pleasanton’s charming Main Street, searching for hidden pumpkins inside local businesses. Pick up your gamecard, explore Pleasanton’s shops, and enter to win prizes in this beloved community tradition that brings fall fun to life in Pleasanton.
25 Tips to Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer | Connect to a Cause
Every October, Connect California Homes proudly GOES PINK in support of Breast Cancer Awareness & Prevention. This year, we’re sharing 25 practical tips to help you reduce your risk of breast cancer and stay proactive about your health.
Tri-Valley Events: October 2025
October has arrived in the Tri-Valley, and while we may get our share of fake fall with warm days lingering, the spirit of the season is undeniably strong. Let’s dive into what events are happening in the Tri-Valley this October!
2025 Spooky Season Adult Events in the Tri-Valley
Get ready for a spooky season in the Tri-Valley! Explore 2024’s best adults-only Halloween events, including costume contests, wine tastings, brew crawls, and haunted parties across Livermore, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Danville, and Concord.