Children’s Holiday Festival at History San Jose

Join us for the annual Children’s Holiday Festival! Santa will arrive at History Park aboard a historic trolley to greet children – a wonderful photo opportunity for parents! Holiday music and caroling will set the scene, with the Snow Queen leading story time.

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Benicia Christmas Parade and Holiday Market

The parade starts at 10:00AM at First and D Street and ends at H Street. The parade features local marching bands, dancers, and the much-anticipated Santa Claus. The Holiday Market features handcrafted arts and crafts, gourmet items and delicious foods.

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Day in the Life 1901 with the Hyde Street Living History Players

Step into the past as you board our historic ships. Help the sailors on Balclutha raise the staysail in the morning and return for musical fun during the afternoon dogwatch. Learn about life in 1901 from the ferry passengers on Eureka, or join Mrs. Galan on the Ark houseboat for an afternoon tea to discuss issues of the day.

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The Great Dickens Christmas Fair!

The bustling streets of London, immortalized for all time by the mighty pen of Charles Dickens, form the living backdrop of your excursion into Christmas Past. You are a living part of a Victorian Christmas card come to life!

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Handmade for the Holidays

Join the Garden for this family program as we create gifts and festive decorations inspired by the Garden’s diverse collection of plants.

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The Great Dickens Christmas Fair!

The bustling streets of London, immortalized for all time by the mighty pen of Charles Dickens, form the living backdrop of your excursion into Christmas Past. You are a living part of a Victorian Christmas card come to life!

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