Families are invited to this free storytime featuring a different picture book each week at 11 a.m.

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…

Head to the library to build a gingerbread house, visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, enjoy a Christmas party, do winter crafts, listen to holiday music, and more! December 2nd–13th.…

Shop for the finest quality, locally-grown produce direct from the grower. Dedicated to providing a healthy shopping experience for parents all year! 7 a.m.–12 p.m. Blackstone and Shaw Avenues. 269-9343

Shop for fresh produce and visit local vendors from 8–11:30 a.m. Rain or shine! Main and Mooney, 2231 W. Main Street, Visalia. 730-6021

Families are invited to shop for local produce in the open-air market in Old Town Clovis from 9–11:30 a.m. Weather permitting. Old Town Clovis, Pollasky between Fifth and Bullard, Clovis.…

Join for a free workshop where kids can make a Holiday Cocoa Mug from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. While supplies last. Visit homedepot.com/workshops to register in advance and find your local…

Nurture scientific imaginations, build confidence, and encourage testing, tinkering, creating, and wonder today for only $3!

Start the day with horse-drawn carriage rides and holiday vendors. Then enjoy holiday treats as you prepare for photos with Santa. December 6th from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Fig Garden Village,…

Families can shop for a wide variety of local fruits, vegetables, and everything delicious under the sun. Enjoy food trucks, freshly baked breads and sweets, art, and so much more!…

This outdoor, family-friendly event features local artisans, shopping, and the goats! Attendance is free! 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Basilwood Farm, 15759 Morgan Canyon Road, Prather. 332-3276

Basilwood Farm host several Artisna Pop-Ups at the farm throughout the year, which is an excuse to invite everyone up to the farm to get their goat fix and shop…

Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Grinch on December 6th, 13th, and 20th from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tickets: $10, kids 2 and under are free. Enjoy Christmas music, food vendors,…

Families are invited to join for a sensory-friendly movie today at 10:30 a.m. Entry is free for guests with special needs and companion tickets are $6.

Kids ages 3–8 are invited for stories along with puppets, music, and crafts at 11 a.m. Free!

Bring the kids to this fun, 77th annual festive parade in Downtown Sanger December 6th at 11 a.m. Parade route begins at Academy Avenue, Sanger. (559) 875-4575

Enjoy a bake sale, raffles, vendors, pictures with Santa, and more on December 6th from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Animal Rescue of Fresno, 4545 E. Dakota Avenue, Fresno. (559) 225-5715

Enjoy this free opportunity for kids to learn in a fun, interactive setting. Focusing on sustainability and living eco-friendly, this program is designed to teach kids about the importance of…

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)…

This 11th annual winter production takes families on a holiday adventure! Shows at 1:00 PM and 4:30 PM.

Enjoy this community parade on December 6th beginning at 2 p.m. Downtown, Main Street, Merced. (559) 226-5600

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

Come walk the Swedish Village on December 6th. Enter the gingerbread house contest, watch the parade, and more! Downtown Kingsburg. (559) 897-1111

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.

This 37th annual tree lighting will feature vendors, crafts, food, and more from 4–9 p.m. on December 6th. Tree lighting begins at 6 p.m. and Santa will arrive afterward on…

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

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) 334-0143

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,…

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

”Winter Wonderland Express”–steps out at 5:30 p.m. on December 6th, E. Tulare Street then left on L Street. Following the parade is the Holiday Tree Lighting and pictures with Santa…

Join on December 6th at 5:30 p.m. on Robertson Boulevard. Following the parade at 6:45 p.m., is the tree lighting ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park, 600 W. Robertson Boulevard, Chowchilla.…

Streets will be lined with a variety of vehicles, floats, entertainment, and more for “Cowboy Christmas” on December 6th at 6 p.m. D Street, Downtown Lemoore. (559) 924-6744

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…

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.,…

Usher in the holiday spirit with spectacular holiday floats glittering with lights as they make their way through the streets of Old Town Clovis on December 6th from 6:30–9 p.m.…

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.

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