Ready or not, the holidays are in full swing in the Bay Area! Christmas trees are popping up all around, and the festive spirit has officially kicked off. Whether you're looking to lace up your skates, stroll through stunning light displays, or get a head start on holiday shopping, there’s plenty to keep you entertained this weekend. Here’s a roundup of exciting ways to get in the holiday spirit.
1. Support Local: Holiday Markets Galore!
If holiday shopping is on your to-do list, why not support local businesses while checking off your gift list? The Bay Area has some incredible markets happening this weekend:
Asian Art Museum Holiday Market (Friday & Saturday)
Explore unique and cultural treasures while supporting local artists at the Asian Art Museum Market in San Francisco.
Queer Art Fair (Saturday)
Located on Buckingham Way in San Francisco, this market offers one-of-a-kind pieces by local LGBTQ+ artists.
Mill Valley Lumber Yard Makers Market (Saturday & Sunday)
In Mill Valley, you’ll find handcrafted items, food, and fun in a beautiful outdoor setting. Perfect for picking up gifts or simply treating yourself!
2. Candlelight Concert: A Taylor Swift Tribute
Looking for a special night out? This Saturday, don’t miss the candlelight tribute to Taylor Swift, where you can enjoy some of her biggest hits like Love Story and We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together in an intimate, candlelit setting. Tickets are still available for the 9 p.m. show, so grab them while you can!
3. Free Fun: Final Supermoon of the Year
For sky watchers, this weekend is your last chance to catch a supermoon in 2024. The best view can be seen from Silicon Valley Vista Point off Skyline Boulevard, right next to the Russian Ridge Preserve. Pack a blanket, maybe some hot cocoa, and enjoy the celestial show.
4. Family Fun: Monopoly in the Park, San Jose
Did you know San Jose has a life-sized Monopoly board? Known as Monopoly in the Park, this iconic setup holds a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records. Take the family out for a stroll through this larger-than-life board game and snap some fun photos.
What is your favorite place to play around the Bay?
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