Experience the joy of the holidays in San Mateo with our detailed guide. For San Mateo insiders and outsiders alike, this guide is your passport to festive fun.
One highlight of the season is the enchanting Holidays at Filoli, where you can admire beautifully decorated gardens and historic estate while enjoying holiday-themed activities. The Winter Wonderland at the Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round invites families to revel in classic carousel rides under festive lights. And the Winter Wonderland at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring rides and attractions that embrace the holiday spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
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The Nutcracker - San Mateo Performing Arts Center (San Mateo) • 1.4 miles
Classic ballet performance with diverse artistic influences
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival (Half Moon Bay) • 9.1 miles
World-famous pumpkin weigh-off and giant gourd competition.
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Christmas at Kohl Mansion (Burlingame)
Historic mansion transformed into a holiday boutique with over 65 vendors
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Hillsdale Shopping Center Rockin' Holiday Show and Tree Lighting (San Mateo)
Rockin' Holiday Show and Tree Lighting ceremony
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