Drop in consultation for fathers who are navigating child custody & child support systems. 

Fathers can meet with a Family Law attorney by arriving early, as services are offered on a first come, first served basis with limited availability. Participants must check in by 3:00 PM for a chance at same-day assistance. 

Date: Every Tuesday 

Time: 1:30PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: 746 Grand Ave., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information.   

Melrose Library invites you to a story and play time. 

Children are invited to enjoy a Storytime filled with rhymes, books, and songs, followed by free play with toys and access to outdoor gardens and a play area. The program is especially suited for ages 18 months to 4 years, with snacks for kids and tea and coffee available for caregivers. 

Date: Every Tuesday 

Time: 10:15AM - 11:45AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Oakland Public Library Melrose Branch, 4805 Foothill Blvd., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Enroll now for a free 10-week class to help young parents build essential skills for bonding, discipline, and more! 

This free, 10-week Nurturing Parenting class is designed for young parents 21 and under who live or go to school in Oakland, Piedmont, or Alameda. Participants will learn about child development, positive discipline techniques, and strategies for nurturing and bonding with their child. The class can be attended in person or via Zoom, and those who complete the course will receive a $500 gift card! 

Date: Every Tuesday 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free for young parents who qualify. 

Location: 1727 Martin Luther King Wy., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. or call 1-800-829-3777 to sign up 

Free groceries and fresh food are available at Centro de Servicios Resource Center in Union City. 

This community pantry serves residents with weekly food distribution, Monday through Friday. No registration is required; please bring reusable bags if possible. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: Monday, Wednesday - Friday: 9AM – 4PM, Tuesday: 12PM - 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 33750 6th St., Union City 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Free groceries are available every Tuesday and Thursday at St. Vincent de Paul Mission San Jose. 

This walk-in food distribution offers bags of fresh produce and pantry items to those in need. No registration is required. 

Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday 

Time: 1PM - 2PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 43148 Mission San Jose Dr., Fremont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Join a bilingual art workshop where children can explore creativity through hands-on projects. 

Families are invited to create art together in a fun and welcoming space with instruction in both English and Spanish. All materials are provided, and everyone is welcome to join. 

Date: Every Tuesday 

Time: 4:30PM - 5:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Cherryland Community Center, 278 Hampton Rd., Hayward 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Families are invited to stroll through the beautifully illuminated grounds of Temple Hill and experience the magic of the season together. 

Visitors can enjoy the sparkling display of holiday lights across palm trees and gardens, take a peaceful walk through the festive grounds, and capture memorable photos in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This event is free, open to all ages, and offers a delightful evening outing for families. 

Date: Every night 

Time: 5PM – 9 PM  

Cost: Free 

Location: 4770 Lincoln Ave., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Enjoy a full street of festive decorations and bright holiday lights. 

Families can walk or drive down Mohawk Drive to see multiple homes decorated with creative, joyful, and colorful light displays. The whole street participates, making it a lively and cheerful experience. 

Date: Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Mohawk Dr., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Take a cheerful stroll through a neighborhood transformed into a glowing holiday lane. 

Families can walk or drive along this festive street beautifully decorated with candy-cane lights, bright colors, and joyful holiday displays. It's a lively and welcoming neighborhood tradition, loved by locals. 

Date: Every night. 

Time: 5:30PM - 10PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Walnut Dr., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Enjoy a festive home beautifully decorated with bright holiday lights. 

Families are invited to stop by this Dublin home showcasing cheerful lights and seasonal decorations that warm up the neighborhood. It’s a fun and colorful stop for your evening holiday light tour. 

Date: Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 6779 Tory Wy., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Take a cheerful walk down a court filled with festive holiday decorations. 

Families are invited to explore this cozy court where several homes participate in bright and joyful holiday lighting. It’s a friendly spot perfect for walking with little ones. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Sandyford Ct., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Stroll through the iconic “Christmas Lane” on the 3200 block of Thompson Avenue for a bright and cheerful holiday light experience. 

Families are invited to walk or drive through this short street in Alameda that glows nightly during the holiday season with homes beautifully decorated in festive lights and themes. It’s a beloved local tradition perfect for young kids and families looking for a friendly evening outing. 

Date: Every night.

Time: 5:30PM - 10PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 3200 block of Thompson Ave., Alameda 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Explore hands-on music activities for all ages in a fun neighborhood setting. 

Families are invited to visit McKinley Open Space as Ozzy’s Music Academy and ARPD bring an instrument petting zoo featuring ukuleles, guitars, electric pianos, and electronic drum sets. Kids and adults can try instruments, get tuning help, and enjoy mindful musicianship together. 

Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 

Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: McKinley Open Space, 2165 Buena Vista Ave., Alameda 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Weekly food and clothing giveaway. 

Shiloh Church hosts a weekly community "walk-through" food giveaway every Wednesday, providing fresh produce and groceries to each family. Attendees are encouraged to bring a rolling cart or box to help carry their items. 

Date: Every Wednesday 

Time: 10AM – 11:30AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Shiloh Church - 3295 School St., Oakland   

Link: Click here for more information.  

You're invited to Melrose Library in Oakland for simple and fun craft activities for kids. 

Families are invited to enjoy a relaxing afternoon with simple crafts designed for kids. Children can complete their crafts at the library or take home a craft bag to finish later. Most activities include coloring, basic cutting, and gluing. 

Date: Every Wednesday 

Time: 2PM - 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 4805 Foothill Blvd., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Learn to be a parent with confidence, connection, and care. 

These group classes offer helpful tips for parents and caregivers to understand child development, build strong communication, and guide children in a positive way. Classes are offered in English and Spanish and also focus on caregiver self-care, stress management, and strengthening family relationships. 

Date: Every Wednesday 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Sliding Scale for those who qualify 

Link: Click here for more information. Or Call 1-800-829-3777 

Join a welcoming space for fathers and father-figures to connect and share. 

Every Wednesday in October, participants can engage in open conversations about the journey of fatherhood. Kids are welcome to join in too, making it a relaxed and family-friendly gathering. 

Date:Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday 

Time: 6PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 81st Avenue Branch, 1021 81st Ave., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Enjoy free weekday meals provided by Open Heart Kitchen in Livermore. 

This community meal program offers freshly prepared lunches for anyone in need, served Monday through Friday. No reservations are required, and all are welcome. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 450 N Livermore Ave., Livermore

Link: Click here for more information. 

Pick up free groceries and pantry staples from McGee Avenue Baptist Church in Berkeley. 

This community pantry provides food distribution three days a week and welcomes all community members. Please bring your own bags. 

Date: Every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 

Time: 12PM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: McGee Avenue Baptist Church, 1640 Stuart St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Build resilience and meaningful connections in this supportive series for parents and caregivers. 

This workshop series from Community Child Care Council (4Cs) of Alameda County helps families explore ways to navigate stress, adversity, and trauma while strengthening bonds at home. Each session provides practical tools, guided discussions, and supportive connection with other caregivers. 

Date: Every Wednesday 

Time: 6PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Link: Click here to register. 

Walk through a beautifully decorated circle of festive neighborhood homes. 

Families are invited to explore this 26-home circle adorned with colorful lights and charming holiday displays. It’s a friendly neighborhood experience, perfect for an evening stroll together. 

Date: Every night.

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Reisling Cir., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information.

Explore an immersive walk-through holiday wonderland filled with dazzling lights and displays. 

Families are invited to experience this long-loved Pleasanton attraction, offering beautifully lit paths, animated decorations, and festive scenes throughout the entire property. It's a magical place to make holiday memories together. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 3671 Chelsea Ct., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

See a festive Pleasanton home decorated with bright lights and holiday charm. 

Families are welcome to enjoy this neighborhood favorite featuring glowing lights and cheerful seasonal décor. It’s a simple and heartwarming stop on a holiday light tour. 

Date:Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 1279 Hearst Dr., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Visit a festive home glowing with a bright holiday spirit. 

Families can enjoy this welcoming holiday display filled with colorful lights and seasonal charm. It’s a simple, joyful stop for kids and adults to enjoy together. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 7654 Frederickson Dr., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information.

See a charming home decorated with festive lights and holiday joy. 

Families can enjoy this Dublin home’s bright and inviting holiday display, perfect for adding a bit of magic to your evening drive. It’s a warm and simple addition to any holiday lights route. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 7574 Sutton Ln., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Experience a magical evening as historic mansions glow, and the season comes alive. 

Families are invited to join the Hayward Area Recreation & Park District for the Holiday Lights event, featuring an open house walk through historic mansions, cheerful activities, and hot chocolate. 

Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 

Time: 5:30PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: McConaghy House, 18701 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Kick off the winter holiday season with a festive lighting celebration for all ages. 

Families are invited to join the City of Piedmont and the Piedmont Beautification Foundation as they light the 80-foot redwood tree, illuminate a menorah, and welcome in the season with hot cocoa, latkes, cider, seasonal activities, and photos with Santa.  

Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 

Time: 6PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Piedmont Community Hall, 711 Highland Ave., Piedmont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Free Meals and Groceries Available for East Oakland Residents Facing Food Insecurity.

Individuals experiencing food insecurity can visit the East Oakland Collective’s distribution hub for free, freshly prepared meals from local restaurants and a selection of groceries including produce, meat, and shelf-stable items. Onsite registration is required, and on a first come first served basis. Priority will be given to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and pregnant women.Spanish interpretation will be available.  

Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday

Time: 11AM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Monthly food distribution for Hayward residents. 

Community members are invited to attend the monthly food distribution, featuring a variety of canned and dry goods, along with nutrition tips and meal-planning ideas. Pre-registration is required due to safety guidelines and limited supplies, and participants are encouraged to bring a shopping bag. 

Date: Every 1st Thursday

Time: 1PM - 3PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 22351 City Center Dr., Hayward 

Link: Click here to register.  

Enjoy free gallery access at BAMPFA. 

Families are invited to explore the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive on the first Thursday of each month, when gallery admission is free all day. It's a wonderful opportunity to introduce children to art and culture in a welcoming environment. 

Date: Every First Thursday 

Time: 11AM - 7PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 2155 Center St., Berkeley 

Link:Click here for more information. 

Free groceries and fresh food are available at Centro de Servicios Resource Center in Union City. 

This community pantry serves residents with weekly food distribution, Monday through Friday. No registration is required; please bring reusable bags if possible. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: Monday, Wednesday - Friday: 9AM – 4PM, Tuesday: 12PM - 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 33750 6th St., Union City 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Join free confidential virtual counseling sessions to strengthen co-parenting relationships. 

These sessions support parents in building healthy communication habits, setting boundaries, and learning conflict-resolution skills. Participants will gain tools to work together as a team, make tough decisions collaboratively, and create a more stable environment for their children. 

Date: Every Thursday 

Time: 6PM - 8PM 

Cost: Free 

Link: Click here to register. 

Walk through a beautifully decorated circle of festive neighborhood homes. 

Families are invited to explore this 26-home circle adorned with colorful lights and charming holiday displays. It’s a friendly neighborhood experience, perfect for an evening stroll together. 

Date: Every night.

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Reisling Cir., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information.

Explore an immersive walk-through holiday wonderland filled with dazzling lights and displays. 

Families are invited to experience this long-loved Pleasanton attraction, offering beautifully lit paths, animated decorations, and festive scenes throughout the entire property. It's a magical place to make holiday memories together. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 3671 Chelsea Ct., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

See a festive Pleasanton home decorated with bright lights and holiday charm. 

Families are welcome to enjoy this neighborhood favorite featuring glowing lights and cheerful seasonal décor. It’s a simple and heartwarming stop on a holiday light tour. 

Date:Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 1279 Hearst Dr., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Visit a festive home glowing with a bright holiday spirit. 

Families can enjoy this welcoming holiday display filled with colorful lights and seasonal charm. It’s a simple, joyful stop for kids and adults to enjoy together. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 7654 Frederickson Dr., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information.

See a charming home decorated with festive lights and holiday joy. 

Families can enjoy this Dublin home’s bright and inviting holiday display, perfect for adding a bit of magic to your evening drive. It’s a warm and simple addition to any holiday lights route. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 7574 Sutton Ln., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Families are invited to stroll through a magical holiday display filled with colorful lights, festive decorations, and cheerful winter scenes. 

Children and caregivers can enjoy a walk-through experience featuring illuminated figurines, sparkling candy canes, and a beautiful Nativity scene. This free neighborhood tradition offers a joyful and family-friendly way to celebrate the season. 

Date: Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 4480 Clarewood Dr., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Celebrate the season under the glow of the city’s big holiday tree. 

Families and community members are invited to join the City of Dublin for an evening of holiday cheer featuring local school choirs and bands, the Clover Express train ride, arts and crafts, letters to Santa, and hot cocoa with cookies before the lighting of a 30-foot tree.  

Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025 

Time: 6PM - 8PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Enjoy hands-on music activities with instruments for all ages right in the neighborhood. 

Families are invited to Godfrey Park as Ozzy’s Music Academy and ARPD bring an instrument petting zoo featuring ukuleles, guitars, electric pianos, and electronic drum sets. Children and adults can explore instruments, get broken strings fixed, and enjoy mindful musicianship in a friendly outdoor setting. 

Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025 

Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Godfrey Park, 281 Beach Rd., Alameda 

Link: Click here for more information.

Join a fun weekly playdate for your little ones! 

Pop-Up Playdates offer a safe, clean, and engaging space where children under 6 can explore different activities while caregivers connect and build community. This event welcomes families to enjoy developmentally appropriate play stations in a friendly, social environment. 

Date: Every Friday 

Time: 10AM - 12PM 

Cost: $4.00 

Location: Cherryland Community Center, 278 Hampton Rd., Hayward 

          Castro Valley Community Center 18988 Lake Chabot Rd., Castro Valley 

Link:Click here for more information

Bring your little ones to a fun and interactive playdate experience designed to foster friendships and creativity. 

Children under 8 years old are invited to join the Pop-Up Playdates, where they can make new friends, play, and engage in exciting activities in a supportive environment. 

Date:  Every Friday 

Time: 10AM - 11:30AM 

Cost: $2.00 / week 

Location: Cherryland CC-Main Hall, 14100 Amador St., Hayward 

Link: Click here for more information 

Enjoy free weekday meals provided by Open Heart Kitchen in Livermore. 

This community meal program offers freshly prepared lunches for anyone in need, served Monday through Friday. No reservations are required, and all are welcome. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 450 N Livermore Ave., Livermore

Link: Click here for more information. 

Pick up free groceries and pantry staples from McGee Avenue Baptist Church in Berkeley. 

This community pantry provides food distribution three days a week and welcomes all community members. Please bring your own bags. 

Date: Every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 

Time: 12PM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: McGee Avenue Baptist Church, 1640 Stuart St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Celebrate Oakland pride with discounted admission every Friday at Children’s Fairyland. 

Oakland residents can enjoy $5 tickets for kids and $10 tickets for adults with valid ID showing an Oakland address. The offer applies to walk-ups only and covers up to six people per adult with ID. This special discount is valid on general admission days only and does not apply to special ticketed events. 

Date: Every Friday 

Time: During regular admission hours 

Cost: $5 per child, $10 per adult (Oakland residents only) 

Location: Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Walk through a beautifully decorated circle of festive neighborhood homes. 

Families are invited to explore this 26-home circle adorned with colorful lights and charming holiday displays. It’s a friendly neighborhood experience, perfect for an evening stroll together. 

Date: Every night.

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Reisling Cir., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information.

Explore an immersive walk-through holiday wonderland filled with dazzling lights and displays. 

Families are invited to experience this long-loved Pleasanton attraction, offering beautifully lit paths, animated decorations, and festive scenes throughout the entire property. It's a magical place to make holiday memories together. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 3671 Chelsea Ct., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

See a festive Pleasanton home decorated with bright lights and holiday charm. 

Families are welcome to enjoy this neighborhood favorite featuring glowing lights and cheerful seasonal décor. It’s a simple and heartwarming stop on a holiday light tour. 

Date:Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 1279 Hearst Dr., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Visit a festive home glowing with a bright holiday spirit. 

Families can enjoy this welcoming holiday display filled with colorful lights and seasonal charm. It’s a simple, joyful stop for kids and adults to enjoy together. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 7654 Frederickson Dr., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information.

See a charming home decorated with festive lights and holiday joy. 

Families can enjoy this Dublin home’s bright and inviting holiday display, perfect for adding a bit of magic to your evening drive. It’s a warm and simple addition to any holiday lights route. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 7574 Sutton Ln., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Families are invited to stroll through a magical holiday display filled with colorful lights, festive decorations, and cheerful winter scenes. 

Children and caregivers can enjoy a walk-through experience featuring illuminated figurines, sparkling candy canes, and a beautiful Nativity scene. This free neighborhood tradition offers a joyful and family-friendly way to celebrate the season. 

Date: Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 4480 Clarewood Dr., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Celebrate the season at Oakland First Fridays with live R&B holiday music, art, food, and a festive winter wonderland. 

Join the community for a joyful evening filled with snow, lights, local vendors, and soulful performances. Experience holiday cheer through music, art, and connection while enjoying seasonal treats and family-friendly activities. 

Date: Friday, December 5, 2025 

Time: 5PM - 9:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Telegraph Ave. between 27th St. & 22nd St., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Step into a twinkly, magical holiday village in downtown Livermore. 

Families are invited to join Livermore Downtown Inc. as they transform Carnegie Park into a festive celebration of the season with hot cocoa, local vendors, music, fun activities for the kids and cheerful holiday memories. 

Date: Friday, December 5, 2025 

Time: 4PM - 8PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 2155 Third St., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information.

Celebrate the season with free Santa photos, live music, and downtown cheer. 

Families are invited to stroll along Division St. in Downtown Pleasanton for a festive evening featuring free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a hot chocolate bar, live holiday music, and fun seasonal activities for all ages. 

Date: Friday, December 5, 2025 

Time: 4PM - 7PM 

Cost: Free 

Location:333 Division St., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Enjoy a festive outdoor holiday experience with snow effects and seasonal photo opportunities. 

Families are invited to the Fremont Hub courtyard where the Holiday Snow Magic event features faux snow shows, a giant winter snow globe, selfies with Santa and holiday characters, and fun activities for kids and families. 

Date: Friday, December 5, 2025 

Time: 6PM - 8PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Fremont Hub, 39201 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Pick up free groceries and fresh food at Graceland Food Pantry in Livermore. 

This pantry provides grocery distribution on the first and third Saturday of each month. Please bring your own bags if possible. 

Date: 1st & 3rd Saturday  

Time: 10AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 1 East Airway Blvd., Suite 29, Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Families are invited to stroll through the beautifully illuminated grounds of Temple Hill and experience the magic of the season together. 

Visitors can enjoy the sparkling display of holiday lights across palm trees and gardens, take a peaceful walk through the festive grounds, and capture memorable photos in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This event is free, open to all ages, and offers a delightful evening outing for families. 

Date: Every night 

Time: 5PM – 9 PM  

Cost: Free 

Location: 4770 Lincoln Ave., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Enjoy a full street of festive decorations and bright holiday lights. 

Families can walk or drive down Mohawk Drive to see multiple homes decorated with creative, joyful, and colorful light displays. The whole street participates, making it a lively and cheerful experience. 

Date: Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Mohawk Dr., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Take a cheerful stroll through a neighborhood transformed into a glowing holiday lane. 

Families can walk or drive along this festive street beautifully decorated with candy-cane lights, bright colors, and joyful holiday displays. It's a lively and welcoming neighborhood tradition, loved by locals. 

Date: Every night. 

Time: 5:30PM - 10PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Walnut Dr., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Enjoy a festive home beautifully decorated with bright holiday lights. 

Families are invited to stop by this Dublin home showcasing cheerful lights and seasonal decorations that warm up the neighborhood. It’s a fun and colorful stop for your evening holiday light tour. 

Date: Every night. 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 6779 Tory Wy., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Take a cheerful walk down a court filled with festive holiday decorations. 

Families are invited to explore this cozy court where several homes participate in bright and joyful holiday lighting. It’s a friendly spot perfect for walking with little ones. 

Date:Every night 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Sandyford Ct., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Stroll through the iconic “Christmas Lane” on the 3200 block of Thompson Avenue for a bright and cheerful holiday light experience. 

Families are invited to walk or drive through this short street in Alameda that glows nightly during the holiday season with homes beautifully decorated in festive lights and themes. It’s a beloved local tradition perfect for young kids and families looking for a friendly evening outing. 

Date: Every night.

Time: 5:30PM - 10PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 3200 block of Thompson Ave., Alameda 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Families are invited to enjoy a festive and completely free photo experience with Santa all along Solano Avenue. 

Parents and children can bring their own cameras to take unlimited holiday photos with Santa, and even pets are welcome to join the fun. This long-standing neighborhood tradition offers a relaxed, welcoming way for families to celebrate the season across three December weekends. 

Date:Every Saturday & Sunday 

Time: 12PM - 3PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 1758 Solano Ave., Albany 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Celebrate community, culture, and connection at the Black Cultural Zone’s Kwanzaa Holiday Mixer. 

Join the Black Cultural Zone for an evening of music, culture, and togetherness as the community gathers to honor the principles of Kwanzaa. Enjoy a vibrant space filled with holiday cheer, local vendors, and cultural celebrations. 

Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025 

Time: 3PM - 6PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 2750 73rd Ave., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information.

Celebrate the season with festive floats, music and tree‐lighting in downtown Livermore. 

Families are invited to join the downtown parade featuring floats and performances by local businesses, bands, schools and clubs, followed by a tree lighting celebration.  

Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025 

Time: 6PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: First St., Downtown Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Explore hands-on science fun for just five dollars all day. 

Families are invited to enjoy this special day at the Lawrence Hall of Science with discounted admission, free shuttle service from the Downtown Berkeley BART station, and plenty of interactive exhibits and activities for kids of all ages. 

Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025 

Time: 10AM - 5PM 

Cost: $5 

Location: The Lawrence Hall of Science, 1 Centennial Dr., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Share holiday wishes and take your own festive photos with Santa. 

Families are invited to meet Santa at Meek Mansion, where children can tell him what they want for Christmas and capture their own cheerful holiday photos. It’s a warm and festive gathering perfect for the season. 

Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025 

Time: 11:30AM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Meek Mansion, 17365 Boston Rd., Hayward 

Link: Click here for more information.