The lights are going up, the weather is getting colder, and excitement is filling the air as Christmas gets closer! Christmas brings joy to our hearts, and nothing makes that feeling grow bigger than attending a holiday event. And to no surprise, Sacramento is not lacking in festivities! From seeing a holiday production to snapping some photos with Santa, Sacramento365 has rounded up the holiday fun you can find in the 916.
The Crumple Zone
California Stage Arts Complex
Through Dec. 15 | Thurs-Sat 7pm-9pm & Sun 2pm-4pm
Set in a run-down apartment on Staten Island, The Crumple Zone unfolds during one frantic Christmas weekend, where three gay roommates find themselves in a crisis. The play is not only funny, but also deeply moving, exploring themes of staying together, breaking apart, and the things lost along the way.
Sustainable Santa Workshop and Family Portraits
The Atrium
Through Dec. 22 | Wed-Sun 3pm-8pm
Santa needs your help keeping the North Pole cold to restore the magic! Atrium has been transformed into a winter wonderland where children will be inspired to protect the environment and peek into Santa’s magical sack of toys, creating magical memories and family portraits.
Photos with Santa
Arden Fair
Through Dec. 24 | Sun-Fri 11am-7pm & Sat 10am-8pm
Santa has returned to the Arden Fair Mall to help with all your photo needs! Meet Santa at the Center Court, tell him your wishlist, and grab a few pictures.
Santa Magic at Palladio
Piazza at Palladio
Through Dec. 24 | Sun-Fri 11am-7pm & Sat 10am-8pm
Santa Claus is coming to town… and Palladio! Palladio has teamed up with Santa’s elves to offer a new photo experience with Santa. Find out if you’re on the naughty or nice list and enjoy some shopping while you’re there.
Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley
Capital Stage
Through Dec. 29 | Weds, Thurs, & Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 8pm, & Sun 8pm
Georgiana Darcy is an accomplished pianist but wary of romance. Kitty Bennet is a bright-eyed optimist and a perfect best friend. These two younger sisters are ready for their adventures in life and love, starting with the arrival of an admirer and secret correspondent. Fans of Pride & Prejudice will love this third and final play in the Christmas at Pemberley trilogy.
A Christmas Carol
The Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts
Through Dec. 29 | Wed-Sun Various Times
The greatest Christmas story of all time comes back to B Street Theatre. This time with only three actors and an impossible task: give Ebenezer Scrooge a remarkable redemption story. This fresh adaptation of the Christmas classic promises to be a hoot and a half!
Florin Road Winter Fest
FoodMaxx Parking Lot
Through Jan. 12 | Mon-Sun 10am-8pm
Join the magic and become part of the excitement, with an ice-skating rink, Santa, Christmas Train, and dazzling holiday events drawing crowds from across the region, this is your chance to shine and share your creations with eager holiday shoppers.
Elf the Musical
UC Davis Health Pavilion
Dec. 6-15 | Tues, Weds, & Fri 7:30pm, Fri & Sat 2pm & 7:30pm, & Sun 3pm
Join Buddy on his journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his identity, and help New Yorkers remember the spirit of Christmas. This heartwarming show is based on the beloved 2003 film.
White Christmas
Woodland Opera House
Dec. 6-22 | Thurs & Fri 7:30pm, Sat 2pm & 7:30pm, & Sun 2pm
Based on the classic 1954 film, White Christmas tells the story of two former World War II army buddies who become a successful song-and-dance duo after the war. They follow a pair of singing sisters to a financially troubled Vermont inn owned by their former commanding general.
ArtMix: Office Holiday Party
Crocker Art Museum
Dec. 12 | Thurs 6pm-9pm
Don’t miss the holiday party you wish your office threw! Raucous holiday carols, a festive dance floor, and live art experiences light up the Crocker for a night that sleighs.
Nutcracker
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center
Dec. 13-22 | Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 7pm, & Sun Noon & 5pm
It wouldn’t be a proper Christmas without the Sacramento Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker! This beloved classic, accompanied by the Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera, is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends.
Jon Pardi: The Christmas Show
Cache Creek Casino Resort
Dec. 14 | Sat 8pm
A Christmas Pardi for the ages! Head to Cache Creek Casino to see Jon Pardi live as he performs original music, holiday classics, and unexpected covers from his Christmas album.
Sacramento Santa Parade
Capitol Mall Greens
Dec. 14 | Sat 10am
Join Mix 96 for the Sacramento Santa Parade! This parade has festive floats, marching bands, and of course, Santa Claus himself.
Christmas at 40 Acres
Underground Books
Dec. 14 | Sat 11am-2pm
Join the community for a joyful celebration of the season in the heart of Oak Park. Enjoy free photos with Santa at Underground Books, face painting, cookie decorating, and hot cocoa for the kids.
Sacramento SPCA Jingle Bell Pup Crawl
Brooks Truitt Bark Park
Dec. 14 | Sat Noon-4pm
Join the Sacramento SPCA and participating Midtown businesses to celebrate the Paw-lidays by giving back to the animals while you sip, savor, and shop!
Holiday Magic Parade
Main Street Woodland
Dec. 14 | Sat 4pm-7pm
Make your spirits bright with the Holiday Magic Parade in Woodland! Find your favorite spot on Main Street to wave at the passing floats and maybe see Santa.
Winn-ter Wonderland Holiday Market
Winn Park
Dec. 18 | Wed 5pm-8pm
Experience the magic of Winn-ter Wonderland at Winn Park! Explore nearly 100 incredible vendors, including artisans, prepackaged food, and hot food options. Snap some memories at the holiday photo booth and enjoy live music by DJ Klean.
Peter Petty’s Hepcat’s Holla’Daze! Swingin’ Yuletide Revue
The Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts
Dec. 21 | Sat 7pm
Singing, swinging Sacramento bandleader Peter Petty’s annual big-band Yuletide revue “Hepcat’s Holla’Daze!” is returning to The Sofia. This show is a uniquely entertaining, truly one-of-a-kind event that has become a can’t-miss Sacramento holiday tradition.
Navidades
The Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts
Dec. 22 | Sun 4pm
Experience Christmas as if you were in Mexico! Celebrate Navidades! with Calidanza presenting “La Rama” celebration from Veracruz, featuring cantos de las posadas, navidad en Jalisco, and much more!
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center
Dec. 27 & 28 | Fri 7pm & Sat 11am, 3pm & 7pm
Cirque Dreams Holidaze dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. This annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus arts.
And that’s just the start! Check out additional upcoming Christmas events on the Sacramento365 holiday events page.
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