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Holiday on the Bay

Free & Family-Friendly | Festive Fun All Month Long

December 1 – 31, 2026
Downtown Sausalito & Waterfront

Celebrate the season seaside with Holiday By The Bay — Sausalito’s month-long celebration filled with twinkling lights, heartwarming traditions, waterfront magic, and unforgettable community spirit. From classic carols and Santa sightings to glowing boat parades and gingerbread house trails, Holiday By The Bay transforms our charming coastal town into a festive wonderland for all ages. Whether you're a lifelong local or a first-time visitor, you'll find moments of joy, beauty, and connection throughout December in Sausalito.

2026 Signature Events

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Breakfast with Santa
Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks
Jingle Bell 5K & Holiday Brunch
Gingerbread House Tour
Artist Open Studios & Holiday Markets

Festivities All Month Long

  • Carolers & live performances throughout downtown
  • Holiday window displays & festive lighting
  • Local shopping specials and hot cocoa stops
  • Letters to Santa mailbox at Viña del Mar Park
  • Waterfront photo ops and scenic ferry rides

Celebrate Local. Celebrate Together.

Holiday By The Bay is presented by the City of Sausalito, local businesses, the Chamber of Commerce, and community volunteers who make the season shine. We invite you to come explore, shop small, and share in the joy that makes the Sausalito holidays unlike anywhere else.