{"id":5129,"date":"2020-10-26T21:12:14","date_gmt":"2020-10-26T21:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/?p=5129"},"modified":"2021-09-13T19:36:38","modified_gmt":"2021-09-13T19:36:38","slug":"half-moon-bay-christmas-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/half-moon-bay-christmas-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Half Moon Bay Christmas Events"},"content":{"rendered":"

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]No fruitcake here, we only list the good stuff!<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

First, my apologies to fruitcake lovers everywhere. Some of my best friends love fruitcakes. Second,\u00a0Half Moon Bay\u00a0loves\u00a0to throw a\u00a0good ol’ fashioned community event, and none are bigger than those during the\u00a0Christmas holiday season. From the “Night of Lights”, lighted boats at the harbor\u00a0to a community tree lighting ceremony – Half Moon Bay knows how to put on the Ritz!<\/p>\n

Half Moon Bay\u00a0Christmas Tree Farm Locations<\/a>\u00a0– Late Nov through\u00a0Dec.<\/h3>\n

Multiple locations<\/strong> for pick and cut Christmas farms and pre cut Christmas tree lots are listed at http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/things-to-do\/festivals-and-events\/christmas-tree-farms\/<\/a>. Getting your family’s Christmas tree can become a cherished family memory and the beginning of a new family tradition!<\/p>\n

Twelfth Annual Gingerbread House Competition and Silent Auction – TBD<\/h3>\n

Houses on display TBD<\/p>\n

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay\u2019s Annual Gingerbread House Contest accepts creative entries by children, home cooks and culinary professionals. Contest winners are announced during the Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration. Many houses are up for auction, with proceeds benefiting Coastside Children\u2019s Programs. Visit BiddingforGood.com\/CCP to bid on your favorite house.<\/p>\n

Address: 1 Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay, California 94019 United States
\nPhone: (650) 712-7000
\nWebsite: https:\/\/www.ritzcarlton.com\/en\/hotels\/california\/half-moon-bay\/hotel-overview\/calendar<\/a><\/p>\n

Johnston House Holiday Boutique – Cancelled<\/h3>\n

The annual event offers a stroll through the historic house all decked out for the holidays. The boutique\u00a0features gifts for all ages from regional craft artists, local merchants, and purchased items.<\/p>\n

Address: Higgins Canyon Rd., Half Moon Bay, CA
\nPhone: (650) 726-0329
\nWebsite: http:\/\/www.johnstonhouse.org\/holiday-house-boutique<\/a><\/p>\n

Night of Lights – TBD<\/h3>\n

The event generally features a tree lighting ceremony in Mac Dutra Park, a Parade of Lights down Main Street, carolers and musical entertainment, roasted chestnuts and activities for the kids.<\/p>\n

Address: Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA
\nPhone: (650) 726-8380
\nWebsite: https:\/\/www.visithalfmoonbay.org\/local\/night-lights<\/a><\/p>\n

Christmas in the Redwoods – TBD<\/h3>\n

Enjoy a holiday celebration full of family activities, performances by the Hayward La Honda Music Camp, and a very special visitor from the North Pole!<\/p>\n

YMCA Camp Jones Gulch<\/strong>
\nAddress: 11000 Pescadero Road, La Honda, CA 94020
\nPhone: (650) 747-1200
\nWebsite: https:\/\/www.ymcasf.org\/locations\/ymca-camp-jones-gulch<\/a><\/p>\n

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration – TBD<\/h3>\n

Ritz Carlton, Half Moon Bay<\/strong><\/p>\n

The resort\u2019s annual holiday open house welcomes you to enjoy holiday carolers, Santa Claus and the lighting of the 25-foot tree on our beautiful Ocean Lawn. Hot chocolate, apple cider, eggnog and cookies are offered throughout the evening.<\/p>\n

Address: 1 Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay, California 94019 United States
\nPhone: (650) 712-7000
\nWebsite: https:\/\/www.ritzcarlton.com\/en\/hotels\/california\/half-moon-bay\/hotel-overview\/calendar<\/a><\/p>\n

Holiday Lights Train – Returning 2021<\/h3>\n

Felton to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk – <\/strong>Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through the streets of Santa Cruz as passengers lend their voices to holiday carols, sip hot spiced cider and listen to musical entertainment while Santa visits the little ones, or the young at heart!<\/p>\n

Address: 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA 95018
\nPhone: (831) 335-4484
\nWebsite: https:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events<\/a><\/p>\n

The Pillar Point Lighted Boat Festival – TBD<\/h3>\n

Decorated boats parade through Santa Cruz Harbor. This is a fun event for the whole family.<\/p>\n

Address: 1 Johnson Pier, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
\nPhone: (650) 726-4382
\nWebsite: https:\/\/www.smharbor.com\/pillar-point-harbor<\/a><\/p>\n

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No fruitcake here, we only list the good stuff! First, my apologies to fruitcake lovers everywhere. Some of my best friends love fruitcakes. Second,\u00a0Half Moon Bay\u00a0loves\u00a0to throw a\u00a0good ol’ fashioned community event, and none are bigger than those during the\u00a0Christmas holiday season. From the “Night of Lights”, lighted boats at the harbor\u00a0to a community tree […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":4674,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"

No fruitcake here, we only list the good stuff!<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>

First, my apologies to fruitcake lovers everywhere. Some of my best friends love fruitcakes. Second,\u00a0Half Moon Bay\u00a0loves\u00a0to throw a\u00a0good ol' fashioned community event, and none are bigger than those during the\u00a0Christmas holiday season. From the \"Night of Lights\", lighted boats at the harbor\u00a0to a community tree lighting ceremony - Half Moon Bay knows how to put on the Ritz!<\/p>

Half Moon Bay\u00a0Christmas Tree Farm Locations<\/a>\u00a0- Late Nov through\u00a0Dec.<\/h3>

Multiple locations<\/strong> for pick and cut Christmas farms and pre cut Christmas tree lots are listed at http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/things-to-do\/festivals-and-events\/christmas-tree-farms\/<\/a>. Getting your family's Christmas tree can become a cherished family memory and the beginning of a new family tradition!<\/p>

Twelfth Annual Gingerbread House Competition and Silent Auction - TBD<\/h3>

Houses on display TBD<\/p>

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay\u2019s Annual Gingerbread House Contest accepts creative entries by children, home cooks and culinary professionals. Contest winners are announced during the Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration. Many houses are up for auction, with proceeds benefiting Coastside Children\u2019s Programs. Visit BiddingforGood.com\/CCP to bid on your favorite house.<\/p>

Address: 1 Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay, California 94019 United States
Phone: (650) 712-7000
Website: https:\/\/www.ritzcarlton.com\/en\/hotels\/california\/half-moon-bay\/hotel-overview\/calendar<\/a><\/p>

Johnston House Holiday Boutique - Cancelled<\/h3>

The annual event offers a stroll through the historic house all decked out for the holidays. The boutique\u00a0features gifts for all ages from regional craft artists, local merchants, and purchased items.<\/p>

Address: Higgins Canyon Rd., Half Moon Bay, CA
Phone: (650) 726-0329
Website: http:\/\/www.johnstonhouse.org\/holiday-house-boutique<\/a><\/p>

Night of Lights - TBD<\/h3>

The event generally features a tree lighting ceremony in Mac Dutra Park, a Parade of Lights down Main Street, carolers and musical entertainment, roasted chestnuts and activities for the kids.<\/p>

Address: Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA
Phone: (650) 726-8380
Website: https:\/\/www.visithalfmoonbay.org\/local\/night-lights<\/a><\/p>

Christmas in the Redwoods - TBD<\/h3>

Enjoy a holiday celebration full of family activities, performances by the Hayward La Honda Music Camp, and a very special visitor from the North Pole!<\/p>

YMCA Camp Jones Gulch<\/strong>
Address: 11000 Pescadero Road, La Honda, CA 94020
Phone: (650) 747-1200
Website: https:\/\/www.ymcasf.org\/locations\/ymca-camp-jones-gulch<\/a><\/p>

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration - TBD<\/h3>

Ritz Carlton, Half Moon Bay<\/strong><\/p>

The resort\u2019s annual holiday open house welcomes you to enjoy holiday carolers, Santa Claus and the lighting of the 25-foot tree on our beautiful Ocean Lawn. Hot chocolate, apple cider, eggnog and cookies are offered throughout the evening.<\/p>

Address: 1 Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay, California 94019 United States
Phone: (650) 712-7000
Website: https:\/\/www.ritzcarlton.com\/en\/hotels\/california\/half-moon-bay\/hotel-overview\/calendar<\/a><\/p>

Holiday Lights Train - Returning 2021<\/h3>

Felton to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - <\/strong>Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through the streets of Santa Cruz as passengers lend their voices to holiday carols, sip hot spiced cider and listen to musical entertainment while Santa visits the little ones, or the young at heart!<\/p>

Address: 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA 95018
Phone: (831) 335-4484
Website: https:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events<\/a><\/p>

The Pillar Point Lighted Boat Festival - TBD<\/h3>

Decorated boats parade through Santa Cruz Harbor. This is a fun event for the whole family.<\/p>

Address: 1 Johnson Pier, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Phone: (650) 726-4382
Website: https:\/\/www.smharbor.com\/pillar-point-harbor<\/a><\/p>

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