Holiday Parade of Lights - Holiday designs adorn floats, cars, horses and revelers as they wind through Oldtown Salinas. Theme is One City, Many Cultures. Nov 30 6 - 8
Ferndale Victorian Christmas - Step back in time to enjoy an old-fashioned Victorian Christmas. Shopkeepers, town folk and visitors dress in Victorian fashion and stroll through the downtown. Holiday melodies ring through the streets from the Mirth First Barbershop Quarter, strolling carolers and even a brass band. Kids activities, the lighted tractor parade, costume parade and more make this a holiday tradition for families across the country.
Winter Faire - Spend the day at Summerfield Waldorf Farm creating art, dipping beeswax candles, decorating gingerbread, wool-crafting and more. Dec 6, 11am to 4. Santa Rosa
Petaluma Dickens Holiday - 150th year of Christmas festivities, Santa and Mrs Claus available for photos; horse and carriage ride; clowns, musicians, and carolers; hot cider and holiday treats. Dec 6, 7
A Celtic Christmas - Irish songs and stories fromTomแseen Foley and an array of Celtic musicians, dancers, storytellers and singers. Dec 12, Van Duzer Theatre, Arcata
"Striking Twelve" Witty new musical, perfect holiday entertainment for those not in the holiday mood. Dec 4 - 28 Ensemble Theatre Santa Barbara