The Scene
Welcome to The Scene — your insider guide to what’s happening across San Francisco and Marin. From beloved local traditions to fresh finds worth exploring, these are the events shaping local life this month.
Welcome to The Scene — your insider guide to what’s happening across San Francisco and Marin. From beloved local traditions to fresh finds worth exploring, these are the events shaping local life this month.
Brace yourself for brilliance! Let's Glow SF, the nation's largest FREE holiday projection arts festival, is making a triumphant return to downtown San Francisco for its fifth and grandest year yet.
Breathtaking animated projections will illuminate eight iconic buildings across the city's core nightly from 5:30pm to 10:00pm, transforming them into colossal, colorful canvases featuring work by 19 artists from around the globe.
December 5 - 14, 2025
Step into a world where light and dance intertwine in this breathtaking retelling of Sleeping Beauty. As dancers glide across the stage, their illuminated costumes create a dazzling display of color and light, making every twirl and leap feel otherworldly. This isn’t just a ballet show—it’s a magical experience that brings a beloved classic to life in a way you’ve never seen before.
December 18, 2025
Celebrate the holidays and close out the 2025 season with the Night Market 2025 at Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture (FMCAC).
This outdoor market transforms the historic FMCAC campus into a dynamic showcase of local artisans, cuisine, and entertainment. This free public event combines the San Francisco Bay Area’s premier craft vendors with outstanding food offerings against a backdrop of stunning waterfront views.
December 19, 2025
The Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair has been a tradition at the Beach for over 40 years.
Over 40 local artists hailing from Marin and throughout the Bay Area will be selling their fantastic artwork and colorful crafts, including hand-made jewelry, ceramics, textiles, woodworking, home & fashion accessories, hand blown glass, wreaths, ornaments, holiday knick-knacks, and gifts from the garden.
December 6-7, 2025
The 19th Annual Sausalito Gingerbread House Tour & Competition transforms Sausalito into a festive wonderland of dazzling confection-creations, sparkling window displays, and seasonal cheer.
This year’s tour features imaginative entries crafted around four vibrant themes — Storybook Tales, Salty Sausalito, Cultural Celebration, and Sea Life Adventures.
December 8-31, 2025
December 12, 2025
Gather your family and friends for a beloved holiday tradition! The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square presented by Kaiser Permanente is back for another magical season of outdoor skating and holiday festivities in the heart of downtown San Francisco.
Hour-long sessions start every 90 minutes. General admission is $22 or $17 for kids 8 and under; prices include skate rental. Don’t miss our special events throughout the season, including Drag On Ice, Silent Skate, Polar Bear Skate and more!
November 5, 2025 - January 19, 2026
Get ready for an immersive coffee experience when the 9th annual San Francisco Coffee Festival® kicks off. Enjoy specially curated exhibitors, including the Bay Area’s top coffee roasters, as they share with you some of the best coffee, teas, eats, and more, in the country. Want to learn more about coffee? Just ask the master roaster at their booth, or attend one of the many educational panels. But it’s all about the coffee vibes, right? Sway along to a soundtrack provided by some of the best bands and entertainment in the Bay, while you taste endless coffee at the iconic Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture’s Festival Pavilion.
November 8-9, 2025
Experience the magic of the Golden Gate Bridge. Surrounded by the iconic city of San Francisco, you’ll travel across the Golden Gate Bridge at sunrise and venture into the fabled Marin Headlands, where spellbinding panoramas of the mountains and sea await.
November 22-23, 2025
Celebrating the handcraft of design, it brings together exhibitors who showcase work made with meticulous detail, natural materials, and brilliant colors--offering items that are both beautiful and functional. The exhibits feature a diverse selection, including textiles, stained glass, furniture, ceramics, metalwork, jewelry, repurposed wood and iron, clothing, artifacts, estate finds, photography, paintings, sculpture, and artisan foods.
November 7-9, 2025
Allow yourself some guilt-free indulgence this Thanksgiving Day by spending the morning burning off the calories you will replace later with pumpkin pie!
The Turkey Trot runs on the roads out and back through the beautiful IVC campus and along Ignacio Blvd and finishes on the IVC fields.
November 27, 2025
An unforgettable experience at the historic San Rafael Holiday Event where the spirit of the season comes alive in the heart of Downtown San Rafael. Discover a vibrant array of festive activities, local artisans, and delicious seasonal treats that will warm your heart and delight your senses.
Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts or enjoying live entertainment, there’s something for everyone to cherish. Celebrate and create lasting memories in a community that shines bright during the holidays.
November 29, 2025
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