Thank you to The Alameda South Shore Center for sponsoring our guide to our favorite safe and festive Christmas and holiday activities in the East Bay. Where to go for merry outings and more!
2020 has shaken up our traditions a bit, but there’s still a lot of merry to be had! Advance reservations often required. There are still so many lovely events, activities, and outings in celebration of the Christmas season, we thought we’d make a list to help you narrow in on a few that sound best for your family.
Alameda South Shore Holiday Activities for Families
Shopping, Santa, and Cinema Under the Stars are all part of this holiday season at Alameda South Shore Center. In addition to magical new decorations throughout the center, look for new safe and socially distanced family traditions including photos with Santa, a reindeer scavenger hunt and outdoor holiday movies. For details, reservations and a list of stores, visit their website.
Find more holiday magic at South Shore Center
Come enjoy FREE holiday movies Fridays and Saturdays in Neptune Court at 5:30 pm. Enjoy Santa Claus from a safe distance. Find all your holiday gifts locally. Hunt for reindeer all around the shopping center.
Bay Area Christmas Events for Kids
Click on one of our images below to find out lots more information about safe, socially-distanced holiday fun for families in the Bay Area.
East Bay Holiday Events Coming Soon
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Photos with Santa Claus at South Shore Center (RSVP) Alameda South Shore Center, Center Court, Alameda |
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
Photos with Santa at Macy's Court (RSVP) Southland Mall, Hayward |
Friday, December 4, 2020
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
Photos with Santa at Macy's Court (RSVP) Southland Mall, Hayward |
| 4:45 pm – 9:00 pm |
Pop-Up Drive In Movie: Elf (RSVP) Alameda Point, Alameda |
| 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm |
Car Cinema Outdoor Movie Night: Elf Fremont Central Park Sports Complex, Fremont |
| 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
Cinema Under the Stars FREE Christmas Movie Neptune Court and Adventure Court, Alameda |
| 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
A Christmas Carol: On Air by A.C.T. (RSVP) *Online*, Your House |
Saturday, December 5, 2020
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 11:00 am – 7:00 pm |
Photos with Santa Claus at South Shore Center (RSVP) Alameda South Shore Center, Center Court, Alameda |
| 4:45 pm – 9:00 pm |
Pop-Up Drive In Movie: Elf (RSVP) Alameda Point, Alameda |
| 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm |
Cinema Under the Stars FREE Christmas Movie Neptune Court and Adventure Court, Alameda |
The Impeccable Christmas Lights and Gardens at Oakland’s Temple Hill
5 Tips to Enjoy Glowfari Lantern Festival at the Oakland Zoo
Ticket Alert: Holidays at Filoli Gardens in Woodside
Visit with Black Santa Claus in Oakland
Ticket Alert: Fairy Winterland at Children’s Fairyland
Ticket Alert: Garden of d’Lights, a Sparkling Outdoor Holiday Event in Walnut Creek
Best Christmas Activities in San Francisco
Christmas Tree Farm Magic at Rancho Siempre Verde in Pescadero
Must-see Holiday Lights: Alameda’s Christmas Tree Lane
Thanks again to The Alameda South Shore Center for sponsoring our ultimate guide to Christmas activities in the East Bay. We love their outdoor movies and reindeer scavenger hunt!
