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It all starts the day after Thanksgiving!

Winter Lights is Sonoma County's Destination For Season-Long Holiday Fun! 

We can't wait to celebrate with you this holiday season! 

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Tree Lighting Celebration

Friday November 24

4:00-7:00pm

Santa Rosa's 40th annual event to ring in the holiday season will take place on Courthouse Square with FREE family-friendly activities, live entertainment, delicious holiday drinks and treats, photos with Santa, and of course the official lighting of the Courthouse Square tree with a skating show by Redwood Ice Theatre Company and everyone’s favorite beagle, Snoopy...on skates!

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Skating on the Square

Skating Rink Hours (open rain or shine)

Thursdays & Fridays — 4 to 8 pm

Saturdays & Sundays — 12 to 8 pm*
*special hours on December 24th & 31st

 

Join us on one of our theme nights for special music, décor, and professional skating entertainment and instruction! Costumes encouraged but not required.

Holiday Shopping

All Season Long!

Not only are Downtown's dozens of retailers and restaurants open and offering holiday specials, Winter Lights will feature several holiday markets in Courthouse Square, making Downtown the perfect place to buy local gifts and celebrate the season with the ones you love. 

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Festivities on 4th

More Holiday Activities Downtown

Festivities on 4th is a joyous winter celebration that brings the community together to ring in the holiday spirit. This experience is a joint effort by key organizations in Santa Rosa, each contributing their unique charm to make your holiday season truly special. 

  • Historic Railroad Square: Horse Carriage Rides
  • Santa Rosa Plaza: Photos with Santa Claus
  • Downtown Santa Rosa: Skating on the Square
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