The new year brings exciting opportunities to explore Bay Area festivals perfect for the whole family. Here are four can’t-miss events to jumpstart your 2025:
Napa Lighted Art Festival | From Jan. 20 to Feb. 3, Napa transforms into an illuminated wonderland with stunning 3D light projections and a series of illuminated sculptures. It’s a magical experience perfect for families and art lovers! Learn more here.
San Francisco Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair
Held on Jan. 25 and 26, this lively event transforms San Francisco’s Chinatown into a vibrant marketplace. Shop from over 120 booths for fresh flowers, festive decorations, and traditional Chinese treats. Performances by magicians, acrobats, and folk dancers add to the festive atmosphere. The event is FREE to the public and located on Grant Avenue between Clay and Broadway. Learn more here.
Oakland Film Noir Festival
Celebrate the timeless allure of film noir at this Noir City festival from Jan. 25 to Feb. 2. Screenings of 24 classics and hidden gems at the iconic setting of the Grand Lake Theatre make this an absolute must for cinema enthusiasts. More info here.
San Francisco’s Good Luck Parade
Celebrate the arrival of the Lunar New Year on Feb. 15 with dazzling floats, marching bands, and the famous Golden Dragon. The parade is one of the largest outside Asia and is sure to amaze attendees of all ages. Additional exciting events will occur before and after the parade! Details here.
Start the year with these unforgettable Bay Area experiences—and if you’re dreaming of a new place to call home, let’s find a space where you can celebrate every season. Contact me today and let’s get started!
