Illustration of a lit evergreen tree with a gold star and red baubles as small townsfolk gather in a snowy village at night (Yerba Buena Gardens Holiday Tree Lighting)
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Yerba Buena Gardens Holiday Tree Lighting

Celebrate the start of the holiday season at Yerba Buena Gardens with a community tree lighting. Guests can warm up with hot cocoa while enjoying seasonal festivities. The celebration also includes free carousel rides and ice skating.

Sat, Nov 28, 2026 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

4:30pm - 7pm.

Neighborhood

Yerba Buena

Food & Drink

Hot cocoa is available at the event.

Location

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Yerba Buena Gardens · 750 Howard St, San Francisco, CA Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring warm layers for the outdoor garden gathering and ice skating, where standing around can feel chilly.
  • Enter 750 Howard St, the listed address, in your map before setting out to make finding the event easier.
  • Ask about the discounted skate-rental rate before skating, since rentals cost extra even though the skating session is free.
  • Allow time for both the carousel and skating if you want to try each activity during the celebration.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free ice skating with discounted skate rentals during the tree lighting.
  • Free carousel rides during the celebration.

Links & Contact

Run by Yerba Buena Partnership

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to do besides the tree lighting?

There's hot cocoa, free carousel rides and free ice skating.

Can we go ice skating?

Yes. Skating is free during the celebration, and skate rentals are discounted.

Is it a good event for families?

Yes. It's a family-fun event with a tree lighting, carousel rides and skating.

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