San Carlos Night of Holiday Lights
Visitors can wander along the downtown street to experience festive light displays, falling snow, and a variety of family-friendly arts and crafts. Entertainment includes live holiday shows and musical acts ranging from youth theater to tap dancing Christmas trees. Guests can also enjoy hot chocolate, holiday treats, beer, wine, and appearances by Santa Claus and the Snow Queen.
Fri, Dec 4, 2026 All ages
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Tickets
Free community event. Beer and wine are for sale.
Hours
Event: 5:00 to 8:30 p.m.; emcees kick off at 5:00 p.m.; Wild Child performs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Neighborhood
Downtown San Carlos
Food & Drink
Hot chocolate and holiday goodies, along with beer and wine for sale, are offered at the event.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Head to the main stage on Cherry Street as the emcees kick things off, and stay late for Wild Child, who closes out the evening.
- Let the kids try the arts and crafts and play in the snow along Laurel Street between San Carlos Avenue and Cherry Street.
- Dress warmly for an evening outdoors downtown in December, and warm up with hot chocolate and holiday goodies as you walk the street.
- Keep a camera ready for the kids, because Santa Claus and the Snow Queen both make special appearances during the night.
Special Events & Promotions
- Wild Child headlines the main stage on Cherry Street this year.
- Santa Claus and the Snow Queen make special appearances during the evening.
Links & Contact
Run by San Carlos Parks & Recreation Department
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is performing?
Emcees Lori & RJ open the celebration, and Wild Child headlines the main stage. The lineup also includes The Tide Note Singers led by Emily Bender, Broadway Babies & Kids, San Carlos Children's Theater, Peninsula Lively Arts, the Tap Dancing Christmas Trees and A Tribute to Stevie Wonder.
Where is the main stage?
The main stage is on Cherry Street, at one end of the festivities along Laurel Street.
What is there to eat and drink?
There's hot chocolate and holiday goodies, and beer and wine are for sale.
Is it good for kids?
Yes. There are family activities, kids' activities, arts and crafts, festive lights and snow, and youth performers like San Carlos Children's Theater and Broadway Babies & Kids.
Will Santa be there?
Yes. Santa Claus and the Snow Queen both make special appearances.
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