Events for December 5, 2025

Don’t miss Santa at the mall this year from November 14th–December 24th. Signing Santa on the 2nd, 9th, and 16th; Pet night on the 1st; and Santa Cares on the…

Make a date with Santa November 17th–December 24th at Fashion Court, near Macy’s. Pet nights are the 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, and 16th. See times, prices, and reservations online.…

Step back in time for a Victorian turn-of-the-century holiday! Take a guided tour of the beautifully decorated trees November 21st–January 4th. Meet Santa at the Mansion on December 6th–7th and…

Glide into the season November 22nd–January 4th. Check website for days and hours. Tickets: $15–$25. Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino, 711 Lucky Lane, Coarsegold. (866) 794-6946

Enjoy ice skating, Santa photos, pet photos, princess breakfast, superhero breakfast, Santa storytime, and more November 22nd–January 11th. Check website for event days and times. Tickets: $16–$25. Civic Park, 400…

Find holiday fun all month long November 28th–December 30th! Enjoy holiday music, train rides, character meet-and-greets, and so much more. Visit website for days, times, and prices. River Park, 71…

Enjoy skating on glice (synthetic ice) November 28th–January 31st. Check online for days and times. Tickets: $5–$15, good for a 2-hour session and skate rental. The Pines Resort, 54432 Road…

Get in the holiday spirit and get your Santa photos done November 29th–December 24th. Check website for pet photos, times, cost, and reservations. Marketplace at Merced, 851 W. Olive Avenue,…

Experience the magic of moonlight stream train rides in this cozy and relaxed atmosphere. Kids will also enjoy play areas and trails. Plus, pick out a Christmas tree! Open November…

Come enjoy engaging, interactive stories and songs in Spanish and English, perfect for ages 0-5 and their families.

Join this annual event on December 5th from 4–9 p.m. Winterfest begins at 4 p.m., the parade begins at 6:30 p.m. on Tahoe Avenue, and the pageant begins at 7:30…

Families will enjoy ice skating, Santa’s workshop, sledding, food vendors, and holiday magic! Tickets: $15–$20. Through January 4th. December 1st–21st: Monday–Friday from 4–10 p.m. and Saturday–Sunday 12–10 p.m. December 22nd–January…

Take a free horse drawn carriage ride through the beautifully decorated streets of Old Town Clovis November 29th–December 21st. Fridays from 5–8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from 1–4 p.m. (559)…

Don't miss this free event featuring Santa photos, carolers, holiday movies, kids activities, and even snow! December 4th–7th from 5–7 p.m. Zumwalt Park, 455 E. Tulare Avenue, Tulare. (559) 334-0142

This free event is your chance to explore the downtown art scene. Each stop offers something unique including artists, activities, and more! 5–8 p.m.

You’re invited to sip, shop, and snack enjoying food, drinks, music, and supporting the neighborhood! December 5th from 5–8:30 p.m. Orchard Walk Plaza (North Visalia Target parking lot), 3226 N.…

Handmade Chinese lantern displays will illuminate the Zoo November 22nd–26th, 28th–30th, December 4th–7th, 8th, 11th–23rd, 26th–30th. Check website for January and beyond dates. 5–9 p.m. Tickets: $17–$25. Fresno Chaffee Zoo,…

Join for this annual celebration on December 5th! From 5–9 p.m. there will be food trucks, crafts, vendors, and the tree lighting at 6 p.m.—all at Pioneer Park. At 7…

Hysterically historically inaccurate! Get thee to the funnery! Rated PG-13. Tickets: $45–$79.

This annual ceremony features holiday magic, photos with Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides, food trucks, and more on December 5th from 5:30–8 p.m. Tesoro Viejo, 4150 Town Center Boulevard, Madera. 822-3375

Join for a free meal, hot chocolate, apple cider, cookies, a tree lighting and more on December 5th. Tree lighting at 5:45 p.m. Parade begins at 6 p.m. Downtown, Lindsay.…

Cheer on your Fresno Monsters as they take on the Ontario Reign.

Celebrate the holidays with a drive or walk down Candy Cane Lane, through December 1st–25th from 6–10 p.m. Over 100 homes are elaborately decorated with lights, displays, and yard art…

Families are invited to this free event! Enjoy a drone show, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides, cookie and ornament decorating, inflatables, and selfies with Santa! December 5th from 6–9 p.m.…

Drive down Van Ness Boulevard and see all of the elaborate light displays and Christmas scenes that transform the houses into a magical holiday event December 3rd–25th. Monday–Thursday 6–10 p.m.,…

Celebrate at the holiday market, visit with Santa, and join for carols on December 5th from 6:30–8 p.m. Coarsegold Community Center, 35610 Highway 41, Coarsegold. (559) 683-1443

Enjoy twelve yuletide sketches. This show features a collection of traditional carols and is sure to bring you holiday laughter, nostalgia, and warmth! Rated G. Tickets: $13–$18.

Watch the African savanna come to life featuring classic songs from the Broadway musical and animated feature film. Tickets: $5–$15.

Celebrate the holidays with this timeless fairy tale featuring Clara and a very unusual Christmas. Tickets: $5–$15.

Join on December 5th at 7 p.m. for the "Candyland Christmas"–themed parade. Call for route. Atwater. (209) 355-4912

World Ballet Company brings this beloved holiday tradition to life in a dazzling, Broadway-caliber production. Tickets: $52–$125.

Families will enjoy this festive light parade on December 5th at 7 p.m. Parade route: Yosemite Avenue, between A and H Streets. After the parade, enjoy music, goodies, pictures with…

Enjoy this laugh-out-loud, big-hearted adventure bursting with catchy songs, dazzling costumes, and your favorite fairy-tale misfits. It’s the feel-good event of the season. Tickets: $18–$25.

A 21st century twist on the classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge. Rated G. Tickets: $27–$30.

Tribute to Taylor Swift. Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Fresno.