Holidays In Downtown Berkeley

Holiday Gift Fair

David Brower Center: 2150 Allston Way 3:30pm-6:30pm

Join 30 local artisans, retailers and service providers at the David Brower Center on Friday, December 6th, from 3:30 to 6:30PM. Complimentary snacks & refreshments. Exclusive holiday deals & discounts. Free gift wrapping, Face Painting, Hydra Facials and Hair Styling! Vendors include: 1951 Coffee Company, AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah, Babsi’s Viennese Treats, Blue Willow Teaspot, Boochman Kombucha, Bay area Coroasters, Dark Heart Chili Sauce, Farm Fresh To You, Ferns Garden Berkeley, Fourth Street Fine Art, HelloFresh, Island Gurl, Keter Salon, Noonie’s Vending & Catering, LLC, Nubo Spa, Saade x Saade, Uchi House, Palm + Perkins, Exau Olive Oil…

  • 30+ local vendors, artisans, retailers and service providers
  • FREE ADMISSION TO THE PUBLIC
  • Free Face Painting!
  • Free mini hydra facials by Nubo Spa!
  • Free hair styling by Keter Salon!
  • Free Gift-wrapping by Rotary Club of Berkeley

Holiday Tree Lighting on The Plaza

Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza: 2160 Shattuck Ave. Dec. 9th 5:30pm-7pm

Celebrate the Season in Downtown Berkeley!

After you visit the Berkeley Gift Fair, held this year at the David Brower Center, join us on the Plaza for a joyous celebration of music and dancing as we welcome the holiday season as a community! Come dance with DJ Santa and Mrs. Clause as we light the tree and indulge in yummy seasonal treats and drinks.

All are welcome! Free for all ages.

  • Dj Santa Spinnin’ those dope beats: 6:30pm – 7pm
    – Broakely Boiz (Santa & Mrs. Claus
  • Crafts (Habitot)
    – Writing letters to family/Santa Mailbox
  • Booth Activities
    – Instagram booth
    – Decorating Holiday Cards: Habitot
    – Cookie/Cocoa Almare Gelato
    – Hot Fruit Punch: SLIVER