Celebrate the Season with Festive Fun at Downtown Berkeley’s Holiday on the Plaza!

Gather your friends and family to experience holiday magic at Holiday on the Plaza, hosted by the Downtown Berkeley Association along with Habitot and Almare Gelato! Join us on Friday, December 6th, 2024, from 3 PM to 7 PM on the Downtown Berkeley Plaza for a heartwarming afternoon of seasonal cheer and community fun.

 The Holiday on the Plaza event has something for everyone to enjoy:

• Festive Holiday Market – Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and crafts from talented local artisans. Find that special holiday treasure!

• Live Holiday and Seasonal Music – Fill the plaza with joy as local musicians perform your favorite holiday tunes to get everyone in the festive spirit.

• Delicious Treats from Almare Gelato – Warm up with comforting holiday treats, including their signature Italian Hot Chocolate – a must-try holiday delight!

• Glow-in-the-Dark Crafting with Habitot – Let your little ones create their own glowing masterpieces from 4 PM to 5 PM. It’s an art activity that will light up their smiles!

• Holiday Caroling – Gather around and sing classic holiday carols together from 5 PM to 7 PM. We’ll provide lyric books so everyone can join in the fun!

• Santa’s Annual Visit – Santa and his helper return this year for free family photo opportunities, spreading holiday joy and marking his now-annual tradition on the plaza!

“This year’s Holiday on the Plaza is a wonderful chance for our community to come together, celebrate, and make memories,” says John Caner, CEO of the Downtown Berkeley Association. “We’re excited to see everyone’s smiling faces – especially when Santa arrives!”

 Simone Arpio, Co-Owner of Almare Gelato, adds, “We love being part of this community celebration. Don’t miss out on our Italian Hot Chocolate – it’s the perfect holiday treat to keep you warm and cozy!”