26th Annual “It’s a Wonderful Night” Holiday Celebration in Downtown San Leandro

Celebrate 26 years of San Leandro holiday magic! Ring in the holidays with the annual tree-lighting, holiday performances, photos with Santa, train rides, crafts for kids, holiday market, and more!

This family-friendly event will take place on Friday, December 1st from 5:30-9:00 PM. The holiday tree-lighting will be at 5:30 PM in Estudillo Plaza at W. Estudillo Avenue and E. 14th Street, and the main event will be centered around W. Juana Avenue between E. 14th Street and Washington Avenue.

Downtown Tree Lighting
5:30 PM – 6:00PM
Estudillo Plaza

Visit the annual Downtown San Leandro tree lighting ceremony! Gather with friends and family and watch the San Leandro Christmas tree come to life! While you’re there, enjoy live music performed by Brewer’s Brass.

Photos With Santa
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Have you been good this year? Stop by and receive a FREE photo with Santa provided by FunFlicks!

Holiday Train Rides
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Take a ride around It’s a Wonderful Night on the NEW Holiday Train!

Holiday Market
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Shop local this holiday season at the San Leandro Holiday Market. Check out unique gift ideas from local artists, crafters, and small handmade businesses.

Kids Craft Area
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Visit the craft area for ornament-making, paper Luminaria, holiday frames (for your FREE Santa photo), and so much more! Help a family in need this holiday season by participating in Davis Street Community Center’s annual holiday basket program at It’s a Wonderful Night. Bring your donation of an unwrapped toy to Davis Street’s booth near the craft area.

Mainstage Entertainment
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Performances by: Assumption Choir, SLHS Jazz Band, Broadmoor Preschool, Ballet Folklorico, Dancing Trees, and DC Dance!