December 2025: Oakland Events
Berkeley Holiday Gift Fair
December 4 from 3 to 7 PM
Hotel Shattuck Plaza, Berkeley
The Berkeley Chamber is excited to announce the 7th Annual Berkeley Holiday Gift Fair. Enjoy a fun evening of shopping, holiday cheer, and supporting wonderful businesses. Click here for info.
Oakland Estuary Lighted Yacht Parade
December 6 at 5:30 PM
Oakland Estuary / Jack London Square
Join SF Bay Ferry in the 2025 Oakland Estuary Lighted Yacht Parade on Dec 6th! Passengers will enjoy a merry ferry decked out in holiday cheer, fantastic views from the water of other boats in the parade, and snacks and beverages for purchase. For info, click here.
Holiday Cookie Decorating
Saturdays from Dec 6 – 20 at 2 PM
Claremont Resort & Club
Create sweet memories at East Bay Provisions by decorating festive cookies. Each kit is designed for two children, making it perfect for families. For cookie kit tickets, click here.
John Legend – Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour
December 9 at 8 PM
Paramount Theatre, Oakland
Grammy Award-winning singer John Legend celebrates the 20th anniversary of his groundbreaking debut album, Get Lifted. Backed by his full band, Legend’s tour showcases his career-spanning hits and features special guests across the tour. For tickets, click here.
Montclair Village Holiday Stroll
December 11 from 4 to 8 PM
Photos with Santa, live music and caroling, craft beverages, family zone, holiday shopping, artisan vendors, and more! For info, click here.
‘Twas the Night: Fairyland’s Holiday Night Market (21+)
December 12
Children’s Fairyland
Fairyland’s 21+ musical, magical night market is a grownups-only affair that brings a concert, a vendor village, local artisans, bars, a dance floor under the stars, and DJ SHELLHEART together for one very merry holiday party. For tickets, click here.
Surfs Up, Santa!
December 13 from 10 AM to 12 Noon
Piedmont Recreation Department
Santa is trading snow for sand this season— and he’s making a special stop in Piedmont! Enjoy a tropical twist in holiday fun with festive crafts, cheerful holiday drinks, and of course, a sunny photo op with Santa himself (Hawaiian shirt and all)! Find more info here.
Grand Chanukah Celebration on the Lake
December 14 at 4:30 PM
Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Light up the darkness at this first night of Chanukah! Join the 20th annual Grand Menorah Lighting Ceremony and celebrate the spirit of love & unity in the Oakland community. For info, click here.
The Nutcracker – Celebrating Six Decades of Dance
December 20-21
Paramount Theatre
The spirit of the holidays is brought to life with beautiful dancing, magnificent scenery and imaginative costumes. The Oakland Symphony along with the Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir bring Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score to life. Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker will be the highlight of your holiday season! For tickets, click here.