Find Holiday Cheer in Tuolumne County
The holidays, and all of the excitement that goes along with them, are here! There’s no place quite like getting into the holiday spirit than in picturesque foothill and mountain towns decorated in all their holiday splendor. Come and enjoy the many traditional events in Tuolumne County this upcoming season.
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Sierra Repertory Theatre presents Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer at Fallon House Theatre in Columbia State Historic Park
Rediscover the holiday classic with all your favorite characters and songs.
Nov. 21-Dec. 22
www.sierrarep.org
Sonora Lighting Ceremony
Watch as the iconic Red Church and Courthouse Park in downtown Sonora are lit up in holiday glory the night before Thanksgiving.
Wednesday, Nov. 27
www.christmastownsonora.org
Groveland Holiday Christmas Craft Fair
Enjoy two days of holiday shopping from over 50 talented artisans and photographers at the Groveland Community Resilience Center. There will also be food available for purchase.
Friday & Saturday, Nov. 29-30
www.facebook.com/groveland
Sonora Christmas Parade
Enjoy the time-honored nighttime parade as the sights and sounds of bright, colorful floats and coveted bands illuminate Washington Street in downtown Sonora.
Friday, Nov. 29
www.christmastownsonora.org
Sonora Christmas Artisan Fair
Held at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds in Sonora and features 100 plus holiday artisan vendors, food vendors, craft drinks, live music and holiday caroling.
Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29-30
www.facebook.com/p/Sonora-Christmas-Artisan-Fair-100091704607214/
Christmas Town in Downtown Sonora
Wander through Christmas Tree Lane in Courthouse Park, where each tree is a representation of dozens of Tuolumne County non-profits and is (open every day through the beginning of January). visit Santa, participate in arts and crafts, enjoy caroling, stories, carriage rides, and more.
Throughout December
www.christmastownsonora.org
Twain Harte Winter Wonderland Parade and Tree Lighting
Enjoy Christmas caroling, tree lighting, followed by the parade with Santa’s arrival.
Friday, Dec. 6
www.twainhartecc.com
Lamplight Tours in Columbia State Historic Park
Participate in a walking play that wanders the streets of Columbia at night and ends with music, dance, and refreshments.
Friday & Saturday, Dec. 6 & 7
www.parks.ca.gov/columbia
Santa Visits at the Rocca Park Gazebo in Jamestown
Various dates in December
www.facebook.com/historicaljamestown
Sierra Repertory Theatre presents Americana Christmas at the East Sonora Theatre
A collection of some of the finest Christmas songs in Americana, roots, folk and alt-country, from female-led musical group Americana Women.
Dec. 5-22
www.sierrarep.org
Las Posadas Nativity Procession in Columbia State Historic Park
Watch as the Columbia towns people as they put on their Las Posadas re-enactment that has a distinctive 1850’s flavor.
Sunday, Dec. 8
www.visitcolumbiacalifornia.com
Annual Tuolumne Christmas Parade and Craft Market in the Town of Tuolumne
Annual Hometown Parade and Market! Welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus to Tuolumne, along with music, floats and joy! Parade: Friday, December 13, 6:00 pm Market
Friday, Dec. 13, 4:00-8:00pm Saturday, Dec. 14, 10:00am-2:00pm
tuolumnerecreation.com
Victorian Christmas Feast in Columbia State Historic Park
The historic Columbia City Hotel Restaurant celebrates the Holidays by recreating a 140-year-old banquet melodrama with a cast of colorful characters, minstrels, great food and wonderful wines. Various dates in December. Reserve in advance.
www.columbiacityhotelrestaurant.com
Miners Christmas in Columbia State Historic Park
Discover what Christmas in a Gold Rush town may have looked like in the 1850’s.
Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 21 & 22
www.friendsofcolumbiashp.com
This is the tip of the iceberg. Find more events at visittuolumne.com/events.
