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2023 Holiday Family Fun In Lodi

The most WONDERFUL guide of the year!

November 11, 2023

It's time for holiday family FUN in Lodi! We are lucky to have so many holiday attractions and events to make this special season OH so merry and bright! From Santa sightings to Christmas Tree lightings, to Holiday attractions and special events... Macaroni KID Lodi has all the details for you and your family to make the most of this holiday season.


Macaroni KID Lodi is adding holiday events regularly as we find them, so check back often for updates! Have an event to submit to our calendar? Submit events here! 









Santa Claus and Chug-A-Bug Train in Lincoln Center

November 25th and December 2,3,9,10,16,17 

1-4pm


Pictures with Santa

Join us for free pictures with Santa

The Wildflower Venue in Galt

November 24th 10am-1pm


Pictures with Santa!

Get a free picture with Santa and get your photos the same day!

Craft Stations, Write a letter to Santa, Free Hot Cocoa

Saturday, December 9th 11am-3pm

Downtown Lodi Woolworth's Place-115 S. School Street


Christmas at The Market

Free pics with Santa 

Sunday, December 10th 11am-2pm

Fragrant Farmhouse

14075 E. Hwy 88 in Lockeford













Segale Brothers Christmas Trees at the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds







We are making it a priority to shop local, especially during the holiday season! Here you can find a list of places to shop for all your family and friends!


Lincoln Center Holiday Gift Guide

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and our Holiday Gift Guide is here! We look forward to this every year as we get to show off the best of what our retailers have to offer all in one place. Take a peek, whether you’re shopping for loved ones or looking to decorate your home, we have everything you need to make this holiday season the most memorable.


Taryn Wagner

15% off all services until December 31st, 2023

231 N. Ham Lane, Lodi

@taryn-wagner



Ronica Villa-Massage Therapy

Give the gift of massage!

Treat yourself or purchase gift certificates for loved ones.





Regalo Bello

Shop for your Seasonal Home Furnishing and Decor and Gifts for the Holidays

18827 E Highway 26 in Linden, California







Fragrant Farmhouse Market

November 24th- Black Friday (Exclusive scratchers for first 50 shoppers. Deals all day!)

November 25th- Small Business Saturday: Raffles and Deals all day

10am-5pm

December 8-10th Christmas at the Market Weekend 





The Mud Mill

Choose from over 300 bisque designs and 70 different colors. 

Create a one of kind pottery piece to keep for yourself or to give as a gift.

Gift certificates available




Nothing Bundt Cakes

Sweeten the holidays with Nothing Bundt Cakes. 

The perfect stop for all your cake needs!

128 Lincoln Center 

Infinity Martial Arts

This holiday season, give the gift that keeps on giving: a brighter future for your kids! 

Our program builds more than martial arts skills; it builds life skills—confidence, resilience, and social smarts—all in a fun setting! 

Holiday Exclusive: Invest in your child's future. 4 Weeks of Classes + Uniform for only $49. 

You can start lessons now, or pick up the uniform to wrap up and put under the tree!







Scrooged Up! and. A Barrel of Laughs Theatre Show

The two-hour production features Holiday jokes and sketch comedy, musical numbers, Christmas stories and a rendition of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” that will leave you in stitches.

November 15-17th at 6pm

November 18th at 2pm

$20/ticket 



Ornament Painting Party at The Mud Mill

Free 1 hour studio sessions with the purchase of an ornament ($6-$12)

November 17-19th (Reservations recommended) 



Letters to Santa

Hot Chocolate or Tea, fun holiday treats and a letter to Santa writing kit

$20 per person (Call for a reservation 209-452-5366)

December 1st 3-5pm

The Hidden Tea Room





Candle Making Workshop

Come out for an afternoon of candle making fun! 

You get to customize your own scents for your candles which is perfect for a gift or yourself!
There will be step by step instructions all supplies included.

December 2nd 2-4pm

4330 N. Pershing Avenue Suite B21



Stockton Lantern Festival

An amazing lighted lantern experience at the Stockton Ballpark.

A magical forest brimming with hundreds of larger-than-life glowing creatures and plants that will transport you to a world full of wonder and imagination.

November 24th-January 14th


31st Annual Festival of Trees

Festival of Trees is an annual tradition at the San Joaquin County Museum. Join us for this festive, two-day celebration of the holidays featuring, crafts, entertainment, food, and beautifully decorated Christmas trees. Enjoy performances by local artists, pick up a festive swag or wreath made by our Docent Council members, and stroll our beautiful 18-acre grounds as you and your families make memories which will last a lifetime.

December 2nd and 3rd

San Joaquin County Historical Society & Museum




Holiday Wreaths from Posie Floral Design

Holiday wreath adorned with pine cones, cinnamon-colored and peacock-colored ribbon, complete with enchanting bells to make your holiday decor truly special. 

Available to pre-order or in store at Fragrant Farmhouse Market during Christmas at The Market

December 8-10th






Holiday Kaleidscope at Haggin Museum

Get creative at the Haggin! 2nd Saturday events are designed for children ages 5-12.Reservations are not required, but seating is available on a first come-first served basis. Materials and activities are included with regular admission. 

December 9th 1:00pm-2:30pm






Pacific Horn's for the Holidays

Come and celebrate the holiday season with Pacific’s Horns for the Holidays performance at the Haggin Museum. Students and community members will come together to perform music that is sure to get you in a festive spirit.

December 9th 3-4pm

Haggin Museum




OH SWEET CHRISTMAS-Tea and Sweets Event

Tea or Hot Chocolate, Delicious Christmas Desserts and a visit with Santa

Wear your Christmas Pajamas or your Holiday Fancy

$25 per person (Call for a reservation 209-452-5366)

The Hidden Tea Room




Winter Blooms- A Centerpiece Workshop

Join us for a Centerpiece Workshop’ by Posie Floral Design and Scotto’s Wine and Cider. 

Tickets are $75, including supplies, florist guidance, and a complimentary glass of wine. Add a charcuterie cone for $10. 

Every ticket sold donated a centerpiece to a local nursing home. Hurry, ticket sales end on December 1st. 

Craft, sip, and give back! 

December 17th at 11:00am Scotto's Wine & Cider


Galt Flea Market Extravaganza

Don't miss the magic-join us during this special event of festive fun and fabulous finds!

400+ vendors, Photos with Santa, Live Holiday Music, Holiday Giveaways, Magical Snow Fall

December 19th 10am-12pm

Galt Flea Market





Live Music-Opus Handbells

Ring in another holiday season with the sound of joyful holiday music brought to you by Opus Handbells – a group of musicians whose goal is to advance the art of handbell ringing. Unaffiliated with any church or organization, Opus’ repertoire includes a wide selection of sacred and secular music.

December 21st 7-8pm

Haggin Museum





Queen Elsa's Hot Chocolate Party

Hot Chocolate or Tea, Elsa's favorite sweets, and a Meet and Greet with Queen Elsa

$20 per person (Call for a reservation 209-452-5366)

December 22nd 3pm-5pm

The Hidden Tea Room










NOVEMBER 12TH

Lincoln Center's Holly Jolly Christmas Faire

Santa Claus Visits, Horse and Carriage Rides, Chug-A-Bug Train Rides, Holiday Shopping Promotions, Live Reindeer and Snowfall on the Brickwalk

Sunday, November 12th 11am-5pm

Lincoln Center-Benjamin Holt Drive at Pacific Avenue



NOVEMBER 26TH

Holiday Open House at Regalo Bello

Food, Music and Savings

10% off your entire purchase

Sunday, November 26th 10:00am-4:00pm

18827 E. Hwy 26 in Linden 



NOVEMBER 30TH

Hospice of San Joaquin Tree of Lights Lighting Ceremony

 (Lodi) November 30th at 5:30pm-City Hall

(Lockeford) December 2nd at 5:30pm Wells Fargo Bank 


Lodi Parade of Lights

 Enjoy the parade in downtown for the Lodi Christmas Light Extravaganza!

Experience the magic of the Lodi tradition as it ushers in the festive season. Immerse yourself in a stunning spectacle of over 80 floats adorned with a dazzling array of lights. Enchanting residents and visitors of all ages, this vibrant celebration features marching bands, dance groups, and themed vehicles. Join us and be captivated by the beauty and joy of this cherished event.

November 30th 6:15-9:00pm Downtown Lodi


DECEMBER 1ST

Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk (Lincoln Center)

Starting December 1st

5-9pm-Every half hour


DECEMBER 2ND

Holiday Boutique Extravaganza

Come Shop til you drop and have fun with us! 

December 2nd 11am-2pm

The Hidden Tea Room


Lighting of the Night Parade and Holiday Market

Holiday Market, Tree Lighting ceremony, kids performers, food vendors, 

pictures with Santa and the grand lighting of the Night Parade.

(Tree Lighting at 6:15pm and Parade at 6:30pm)

Saturday, December 2nd 4pm-8pm

410 Civic Drive in Galt



Hospice of San Joaquin Tree of Lights Lighting Ceremony

(Lockeford) December 2nd at 5:30pm Wells Fargo Bank 


DECEMBER 9TH

Lodi Fire Foundation's 3rd Annual Christmas Festival 

December 9th 10am-3pm

Hutchins Street Square 





Holiday Market: Ugly Sweater Popup Event

Last popup event for 2023!!! Let’s get our holiday shopping on and wear our lovely ugly sweaters!!! Food and crafter vendors! Raffle prizes and ugly sweater vendor contest!

December 9th 12-5pm

Courthouse Plaza Stockton


DECEMBER 10TH

Miracle on Church Street-Christmas Market

Blowouts, local vendors, gifts, food and drink, raffle prizes and more

December 10th 1:00-6:00pm

220 Church Street in Lodi


Van Ruiten Christmas Open House

Mulled Wine, Crafts for Kids, Hot Chocolate, Cookie Decorating and Special visit from Santa

Big Booty Bob will be there singing Christmas Carols

*Bring an unwrapped gift if you'd like to help the toy drive

Adults $10, Kids Free

December 10th 1:00-4:00pm

Van Ruiten Winery-340 West Highway 12 in Lodi 




DECEMBER 16TH


Christmas Open House with Crafts

Join us for a small complimentary Christmas Craft and write a letter to Santa. 

Pay $5 for a build your own snowman and some hot cocoa!

Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest

December 16th 10am-3pm

The Craft Room-1110 W. Kettleman Lane, Suite 39 in Lodi 



Cocoa, Cookies and Story Time with Santa 

Free cocoa and cookies for the kiddos-while supplies last

December 16th at 5:30pm

The Coffee Shop Bakery-239 4th Street in Galt










Coat and Sock Drive

Visit Participating Stores in Lincoln Center

November 1st-December 31st



Food Drive 

Podesto's Market and Trader Joes

Saturday, December 9th from 9-3pm



Hospice of San Joaquin Tree of Lights Donation

Donations accepted until December 31, 2023



Light up a Light, Light up a Life

Tree of Lights offers a chance for anyone in the community to recognize the people who have impacted their lives, through a memorial or honorary light dedication. Your donation will light up our Tree of Lights and support Hospice of San Joaquin’s programs for terminally ill patients and their families. 



Do you know of a 2023 family-friendly holiday event or attraction in Lodi that isn't listed here? Please submit your event here and we will add it to our Macaroni KID Lodi Holiday Guide!