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What's Up This Weekend with Fonseca 12/27/25

Friday, December 26

Holidays at Filoli ~ Woodside‘Tis the season to make special memories, bask in the vibrant landscape, and spend time together. Step into the magic of the House decked in holiday cheer and explore the winter Garden, where inspiration glows. New this year, Thistlewyck, a whimsical village made specifically for families features miniature trains, fairy houses, an Elf Emporium, Post Office, and the Train Depot Toy Shop. Complete the Thistlewyck Passport—a scavenger hunt activity for kids, which includes free hot cocoa and a special gift from the Trailhead Toy Shop.

Circus Bella – San Francisco

Winter Lego Display – San Leandro

Downtown Ice – San Jose


Saturday, December 27

Cirque du Soleil ECHO ~ Under the Big Top at Oracle Park, San FranciscoCirque du Soleil returns to San Francisco with ECHO, an inspiring new show blending acrobatics, technology, and storytelling. ECHO follows FUTURE and her dog as they journey through a fantastical world shaped by empathy, nature, and human connection. Featuring bold visuals, vibrant characters, and groundbreaking acts, this 20th Big Top creation invites audiences to imagine a better world built together. Special Offer for Bay Area Kid Fun visitors: Use this link to save up to 20% off select seats/dates.


IlluminOdyssey ~ San Mateo, November 15 – January 25IlluminOdyssey is back! Fill your winter with wonder at an immersive, interactive light experience at CuriOdyssey.  Inspired by the science of light, IlluminOdyssey is an immersive, interactive installation that will mesmerize kids and adults of all ages. CuriOdyssey’s four-level Redwood Hall will transform into a glowing forest of science—light your way through a maze of luminous botanical geometry, play with rainbow refraction and swirling projections, paint with light on phosphorescent surfaces, and dance with your shadow.

Reindeer Games – San Francisco

Bubble Sam (Free) – Berkeley

Fairy Winterland – Oakland

Holiday LEGO Show – Palo Alto

Christmas in the Park (Free) – San Jose


Sunday, December 28

Marine Science Sundays at The Marine Mammal Center ~ SausalitoJoin us at The Marine Mammal Center to learn about a variety of marine science topics the second and fourth Sunday of each month. These interactive presentations hosted by our award-winning educators feature multimedia, pictures, video and more to share the stories of amazing marine mammals. After the program, explore our hospital and visitor center to learn more about what we’re doing to save animals along the California coast and beyond, and how you can help.


Glowfari at Oakland Zoo ~ OaklandThis wildly popular, family-friendly experience is back with hundreds of new, larger-than-life animal lanterns throughout the Zoo. Each lantern tells the story of the ongoing journey of wildlife, the importance of every species on our planet, and Oakland Zoo’s commitment to conservation. Finish your experience with a ride on the train through the great red island of Madagascar, a wondrous world full of lemurs, chameleons, and other unique flora and fauna!

Walnut Creek on Ice – Walnut Creek

Jurassic Quest – Pleasanton

San Mateo on Ice – San Mateo

Noon Year’s Storytime Celebration (Free) – Portola Valley

Downtown Ice – San Jose

Toy Trains (Free) – Santa Cruz

New Theatrical Releases Opening This Weekend

  • Marty Supreme – Sports drama/comedy starring Timothée Chalamet, released December 25 (playing widely this weekend).

  • Anaconda – Action-comedy reboot released December 25.

  • Song Sung Blue – Music-inspired drama released December 25.

  • No Other Choice – Limited/indie release, also opening around December 25.

  • Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri – Regional/holiday release (Dec 25). Fandango

(Also playing, though they opened prior to this weekend)

  • Avatar: Fire and Ash – Holiday blockbuster still in theaters.

  • The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants – Family/animation, opened December 19.

  • The Housemaid – Thriller, opened December 19.

  • David – Biographical drama, released December 19.

  • Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 – Horror sequel, still playing.

  • Zootopia 2 – Family animation, still in theaters.

  • Wicked: For Good – Musical/fantasy still showing.

NFL – San Francisco 49ers (Away Game)

Chicago Bears vs. San Francisco 49ers

  • Date: Sunday, December 28, 2025

  • Location: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara (Bay Area)

  • Notes: 49ers Week 17 matchup (kickoff time typically late afternoon/early evening local; check local listings).


2. NBA / G League

Although the Golden State Warriors do not have a home regularly scheduled NBA game this weekend in the Bay Area, there are related league games nearby:

  • Sacramento Kings home game (NBA) is listed on DoTheBay around Dec 27 — check local listings for exact times and availability. Do The Bay

  • Santa Cruz Warriors (G League affiliate) have a G League game Saturday (Dec 27) at home. San Francisco Chronicle


3. AHL – San Jose Barracuda (Professional Hockey)

  • San Jose Barracuda vs. Ontario Reign

  • Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025

  • Location: Tech CU Arena, San Jose

  • Notes: AHL is the top minor league affiliate to the NHL’s San Jose Sharks.


4. (Also in the Bay Area; Not “Pro League” but notable) – World Junior Hockey

While not a Bay Area pro team, IIHF World Junior Championship matches are continuing and could be broadcast locally on sports networks (relevant to hockey fans in the market).


5. College Basketball (High-Level, Not Pro but Worth Noting)

Several college basketball events are in the region this weekend (Stanford vs. Cal State Northridge, etc.). These are not professional leagues but are major scheduled games.


Oakland Museum of California (first Sunday) – Oakland

Telescope Viewing at Chabot (Fri & Sat eves) – Oakland

San Mateo County History Museum (1st Friday) – Redwood City

Asian Art Museum (1st Sunday) – San Francisco

California Academy of Sciences (4 select days per year) – San Francisco

Exploratorium (select days throughout the year) – San Francisco

CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point (select days) – San Mateo

Hands on Science Classes at Intel Museum (always free) – Santa Clara

Bay Area Children’s Discovery Museum (1st Wednesday) – Sausalito

Bay Model Center – Sausalito

Cantor Arts Center at Stanford (always free, special family programs on Sundays) – Stanford

Home Depot Kids Workshop (1st Saturday) – all locations


Concerts & Live Music (Bay Area)

  • Yo La Tengo & Luna at The Fillmore – Sunday, Dec 28 @ 8:00 PM (indie/alternative rock) Ticketmaster

  • DJ Quik with Band at Brick & Mortar Music Hall – Saturday, Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM (hip-hop/funk) San Francisco Events

  • RuPaul (DJ Set) at The Midway – Saturday, Dec 27 (high-energy dance/EDM party) San Francisco Chronicle

  • Emo Night Tour at The Fillmore – Saturday, Dec 27 @ 9:00 PM (nostalgic alternative/emo themed night) San Francisco Events

  • Gimme Gimme Disco at Cornerstone (San Francisco) – Saturday, Dec 27 @ 9:00 PM (dance/disco) San Francisco Events

  • Mutate at 888 Garage (hosted by The Midway) – Saturday, Dec 27 @ 9:00 PM (electronic/underground) San Francisco Events

  • Karl Denson at The Fillmore – Saturday, Dec 27 @ 8:00 PM (funk/soul) San Francisco Events

  • Ray and Paul Holmberg at Sweetwater Music Hall – Saturday, Dec 27 @ 8:00 PM (roots/folk)

  • The Lao Tizer Band at Sweetwater Music Hall – Sunday, Dec 28 @ 8:00 PM (jazz/blues)

Late-Night/DJ & Club Music Shows

  • San Holo at The Midway – Friday, Dec 26 (electronic/beat-driven show) The Midway SF

  • PURA Saturdays at 1015 Folsom Nightclub – Saturday, Dec 27 @ 10:00 PM (club dance night)



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