One of my favorite traditions is Christmas in the Park in downtown San Jose. Now celebrating its 30th year, I really enjoy the atmosphere at Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park , and get a hoot out of the fact that we can have ice (and a sprinkling of would-be snow) right smack-dab here in Northern California.
That’s the spirit!
If you haven’t had a chance to take in the sights, this weekend would be a fun time for the whole family. On Sunday, the holiday parade kicks off at 8:30am so be sure not to miss that. Also note that Christmas in the Park is a designated Second Harvest Food Bank Collection Location.
All events are free, and open to the public. So why not head downtown, maybe take in a show before or after, and enjoy all the festivities!
Christmas in the Park Exhibit
November 27, 2009 – December 27,2009
Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park
*Christmas in the Park is a designated Second Harvest Food Bank Collection Location
9 a.m. to midnight. Daily!28th Annual San Jose Holiday Parade
Sunday, December 6, Step off at 8:30 a.m.
Begins at Santa Clara and Market Streets in downtown San JoséSanta’s Photo Shop (Santa arrives Dec. 6)
December 6 – 24, Mon-Thurs: 3:30-6, 6:30 -9; Fri: until 9:30 p.m. Sat & Sun: 12-3, 3:30-6, 6:30-9 p.m.
November 27 – December 24, 6-9 p.m. weekdays and 1-9 p.m. weekends.
Plaza de Cesar Chavez ParkUSMC’s Toys for Tots “Stuff the Bus” Toy Drive
Saturday, December 12, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Plaza de Cesar Chavez ParkChristmas in the Park Raffle Drawing
Sunday, December 27, 7 p.m.
Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park
Tickets available for purchase in the Information BoothAll events are FREE to the public. For more information, call 408.794.6206 or visit www.christmasinthepark.com.
Christmas in the Park Exhibit
Christmas in the Park Nightly Entertainment