It’s that most wonderful time of the year. And we are once again thrilled to live in a city with so much festive holiday razzle dazzle. Noe Valley is no exception. Whether you need to entertain the kids or leave them behind and enjoy some adults-only time, Noe Valley offers something for everyone.

Holiday Highlights in the Neighborhood

Tuesday, November 28. 4pm-5pm.
Tree Lighting with St. Philip's Church Children's Choir. Letters to Santa Mailbox, SF Firefighter Toy Drive begins (ends on December 22).
Cliché Noe Gifts + Home, 4175 24th Street.

Thursday, November 30, 4pm-5pm.
Elf on the Shelf Storytime, Elf Pets - A Saint Bernard Tradition. Hot cocoa and animal crackers will be served.
Cliché Noe Gifts + Home, 4175 24th Street.

Friday, December 1, 5pm-7pm.
Noe Valley Town Square Tree Lighting & Carolers. Caroling will be 6pm-7pm, presented by SF City Chorus.
Noe Valley Town Square, 24th Street between Sanchez and Vicksburg.

Saturday December 2, 10am-7pm.
Ring in the New Olive Oil, “Olio Nuovo,” Tastings & Holiday Treats. 20% off Selected Items.
Olive This Olive That, 304 Vicksburg Street.

Saturday, December 2, 11am-2pm.
Holiday Hay Ride. Pick up and drop off at Walgreen's on Castro. Sponsored by Zephyr Real Estate.

Saturday, December 2, 11am-2pm.
Santa Claus, Rudolph, and Refreshments.
Zephyr Real Estate, 4040 24th Street.

Saturday, December 2, 12pm-4pm.
Bring Your Pet for Pictures with Santa! Call to make a reservation: 415-647-8755. Photos will be emailed.
The Animal Company, 1307 Castro Street

Saturday, December 2, 1pm-3pm.
Live Music with Blind Lemon Pledge. A steaming bowl of Delta and Chicago blues, a dash of New Orleans, a hint of country, and a teaspoon of rock, all flavored with a unique songwriting sensibility, create the tasty gumbo that is the music of Blind Lemon Pledge.
East Parklet: 24th Street between Sanchez and Vicksburg.

Wednesday, December 6, 7pm - 8:30pm
Adult Craft Night: Sugar Scrubs and Holiday Cards.
Noe Valley Branch Library, 451 Jersey Street.

Thursday, December 7, 4pm-8pm.
6th Annual Noe Valley Holiday Wine Walk. Tasting Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. This festive holiday open house features strolling holiday carolers from 6pm-7pm and local merchant holiday specials.

Thursday, December 7, 4pm-9pm.
Ambiance Noe Valley Holiday Party. Lovely food and drink. 15% off regular price and additional 25% off sale merchandise.Raffles, free gifts, free gift wrapping and lots of fun!
Ambiance, 3979 24th Street.

Thursday, December 7, 6pm-7pm.
Holiday Music - Strolling Carolers from the SF City Chorus.
24th Street.

Thursday, December 7, 7pm-8pm.
Strolling Holiday Singing with The Loosies. San Francisco's premiere (well, only) all-female a cappella group sings original arrangements of pop covers and some holiday hits!
24th Street.

Saturday December 9, 7:00pm; Sunday, December 10, 4:00pm.
Bay Area Vocal Academy Holiday Concert. The BAVA Artists will perform selections and scenes from Handel's Messiah, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro, Irving Berlin's White Christmas, and more. Their voices will thrill and inspire you, and fill you with holiday cheer! A light reception follows each performance. Call/text (415) 723.2282 or email sing@bayareavocalacademy.org for more info. Reserve your tickets now! $5-$20
Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez Street, San Francisco.

Saturday, December 9, Saturday, 10am-7pm.
Ring in the New Olive Oil, “Olio Nuovo,” with Tastings and Holiday Treats. 20% off selected items.
Olive This Olive That, 304 Vicksburg Street.

Saturday, December 9,
Live Music at the Noe Valley Farmers Market at the Town Square.

Saturday December 9, Saturday, 11am-2pm -
Holiday Hay Ride. Pick up and drop off at Walgreen's on Castro. Sponsored by Zephyr Real Estate.

Sunday, December 10, 11am.
Kids Holiday Decorating Workshop with Lorena Siminovich, Founder of SF-based Petit Collage. Kids create their own holiday ornament. Free. All materials provided. Recommended for ages 3-8. Please RSVP via phone 415-641-6192 or email info@mapamundikids.com.
Mapamundi Kids, 1306 Castro Street.

Sunday, December 10, 11am-1pm.
Building the Perfect Cheese Platter with a Certified Cheese Professional. Join Certified Cheese Professional Nicole to learn how to combine cheeses into the perfect platter for your guests. We will be sampling three classic cheeses, with delicious nuts, olives, and jams that are the perfect accent to your cheese plate.
Whole Foods Market, 3950 24th Street

Sunday, December 10, 2pm-4pm.
Santa Claus Visit and Hot Cider & Cookies. Join Folio Friend, Santa Claus, for family fun and photo ops! Let Santa help you finalize your ho-ho-holiday book selections and spread general cheer while you browse. Cookies, tea, and glad tidings for all.
Folio Books, 3957 24th Street.

Sunday, December 10, 4pm-6pm.
Give Local. Holiday Gifts with Michael's Chocolates & Pearls by Lee Ann.
Olive This Olive That, 304 Vicksburg Street.

Wednesday, December 13, 3pm-4:30pm.
Holiday Music with  Russo Music Students.
West Parklet on 24th Street.

Wednesday, December 13, 10:30am and 11:30am.
Little Tweets: Holiday Music Classes at Songbird Studios. Baby and toddler music classes with an extra magical twist. $10 cash per class. Bring a friend and it’s free!
Songbird Studios, 3823 24th Street.

Thursday, December 14, 10:30am.
Little Tweets: Holiday Music Classes at Songbird Studios. Baby and toddler music classes with an extra magical twist. $10 cash per class. Bring a friend and it’s free!
Songbird Studios, 3823 24th Street.

Thursday, December 14, 3:30pm-7:30pm.
Live Reindeer in the West Parklet. Santa will be there too, from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. Reindeer sponsored by Just for Fun
Just For Fun, 3982 24th Street.

Thursday, December 14, 6pm.
Chanukah Menorah Lighting with Congregation Emanu-El. There will be a large menorah, music and treats. All are welcome!
Noe Valley Town Square.

Thursday, December 14, Thursday, 4pm-7pm.
Vodka & Latkes! Vodka sponsored by Tito's Vodka.
The Agency, 2838 24th Street.

Saturday Dec 16, 10:30am-11:30am
The Little Folkies Family Band. Little Folkies Family Band will be spreading holiday cheer by performing Little Folkies original songs, a collection of traditional folk songs for children, and sweet sing-along arrangements of holiday tunes. Tickets are available on Eventbrite 
Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez Street.

Saturday, December 16, 11am-2pm.
Pictures with Santa Claus and Photo Booth.With twinkling eyes and a fluffy white beard, Santa is ready to hear every Christmas wish! Coffee provided by Bernie’s Coffee, pastries provided by Noe Valley Bakery.
The Agency, 3848 24th Street.  

Saturday, December 16
Live Music at Noe Valley Farmers Market on the Noe Valley Town Square

Saturday, December 16, 10am-7pm.
Ring in the New Olive Oil, "Olio Nuovo,” with Tastings & Holiday Treats. 20% off Selected Items.
Olive This Olive That, 304 Vicksburg Street.

Saturday, December 16, 5pm-6pm.
Holiday Music - Strolling Carolers from the from the SF City Chorus.
24th Street.

Sunday, December 17, 11am.
Kids Holiday Craft Workshop. Kids create felt gingerbread figures. Free. All materials provided. Recommended for ages 3-7. Please RSVP via phone 415-641-6192 or email info@mapamundikids.com
Mapamundi Kids, 1306 Castro Street.

Sunday, December 17, 12pm-1pm.
Holiday Music with Russo Music Students.
West Parklet.

Sunday, December 17, 3pm-5:30pm.
Chanukah Wonderland at the Noe Valley Town Square. Glow in the dark Menorah, latkes, a fire show, hot chocolate, moonbounce, arts and Crafts, dreidels, gelt, music, and fun for all! All are welcome! Co-sponsored by Just for Fun, Noe Valley Merchants & Professionals Association and Chabad of Noe Valley
Noe Valley Town Square.

Wednesday, December 20, 1pm-3pm.
Live Music with Blind Lemon Pledge. A steaming bowl of Delta and Chicago blues, a dash of New Orleans, a hint of country, and a teaspoon of rock, all flavored with a unique songwriting sensibility, create the tasty gumbo that is the music of Blind Lemon Pledge.
East Parklet: 24th Street between Sanchez & Vicksburg.

Wednesday, December 20, 5pm-8pm.
Wine Tasting for Fire Relief. Wine tasting & NOVY fare. $10 minimum suggested donation.
100% of proceeds will go to the Napa Valley Community Foundation.
Novy, 4000 24th Street.

Thursday, December 21, 2pm-3pm.
Holiday Music with Russo Music Students.
West Parklet.

Saturday, December 23, 1pm-3pm.
Skillet Licorice Holiday Music. Rowdy rags & wondrous waltzes from the Roaring 20’s all mixed up with traditional dance music from the coal mines of eastern Kentucky.
West Parklet.

Saturday, December 23, 4pm-5pm.
Holiday Music with Strolling Carolers from the SF City Chorus.
24th Street.

Tuesday, December 26, 1pm-5pm.
Boxing Day Cardboard Box Creation Contest. Kids and adults are invited to come build their most fantastical cardboard box creations! There will be boxes on site, but you are encouraged to bring yours as well. Supplies (tape, scissors, and more) provided. Fabulous prizes from local merchants for the most creative, silly, and strange constructions. (Weather permitting.)

Not Quite in Noe...But Near Enough for a Nod

Friday, December 1, 7pm.
Paxton Gate 25th Anniversary Holiday Party. Quirky Mission District store Paxton Gate is celebrating the holidays with their annual holiday party. Special performances by the amazing Vau de Vire Society are sure to dazzle you with unbelievable feats of acrobatics. Plus snacks, drinks and much more.
Paxton Gate, 824 Valencia Street.

Saturday, December 2, All day.
2017 Mission Holiday Block Party & Cookie Crawl. The Valencia Corridor Merchants Association celebrates their 3rd annual Holiday Cookie Crawl. This is a super fun event where neighbors & visitors have the opportunity to taste beautiful baked cookies and receive exclusive discounts while supporting our local community. Donations will benefit a local non-profit.
Valencia Street.

Thursday, December 7, 6pm.
Castro District Art Walk for the Holidays. During the monthly Castro Art Walk on December 7 many of the 15+ locations will have special Holiday-themed activities and works on display.
Participating December Locations.
Castro Street at 18th Street.

Saturday, December 9, 4pm.
Misfit Toy Factory: Live Artmaking & Workshops. Join the misfits for a night of mayhem and making, and get your holiday shopping done in style at the 7th Annual Misfit Toy Factory, a one-night live art-making event featuring over 40 artists making sculptures, toys, and giftables.
Root Division, 1131 Mission Street.

Saturday, December 9, 5pm.
Unsilent Night: Boombox Christmas Parade. “Unsilent Night” is artist Phil Kline’s free outdoor participatory sound sculpture played through smartphones and boomboxes where the audience becomes the performer. “Carolers” play one of four tracks of music downloaded to their smart phone, or anything that amplifies music, together comprising “Unsilent Night.”
Dolores Park.

Sunday, December 10, 11am-4pm.
Harvey Milk Center Holiday Craft Fair. This event will include numerous local artists offering their unique handmade holiday gifts for sale to the public. There will also be family friendly activities for all ages including music, popcorn, art projects and a photo booth! For more information, call (415) 554-8742.
Harvey Milk Center for the Arts, 50 Scott Street.

December 10, 2pm-3pm.
Greeting Card Workshop. Make your own festive greeting cards using recycled books!  Design your own personalized greeting cards using repurposed materials and crafts supplies.  Instruction and basic materials will be provided.
Castro/Eureka Valley Library Branch, 1 Jose Sarria Court

Wednesday, December 13, 6pm.
Menorah Lighting Celebration & Hanukkah Party in the Castro. Seasonal celebrating continues with the Annual Hanukkah Menorah Lighting at Jane Warner Plaza (Castro at Market) – all are welcome. Cosponsored by the local gay-welcoming Congregation, Sha’ar Zahav and Castro Merchants.
Jane Warner Memorial Plaza, Castro Street at Market Street.