Magical moments. Sparkling memories.
White Christmas wonderland
Step into a sparkling world of snowflakes, reindeer, and twinkling lights. This classic winter scene brings the magic of a white Christmas to life — even in sunny California!
Golden Christmas
Walk beneath a glowing candlelit tunnel and marvel at a majestic 60-foot golden Christmas tree. This radiant world shimmers with warmth, celebration, and timeless holiday wonder.
Enchanted jungle
Wander through a glowing jungle where giant caterpillars light the way, gentle dinosaurs roam, and the mythical Quetzalcoatl watches from above. A magical realm full of creatures—real and imagined.
Cactus mirage
Wander through a glowing desert of towering cacti, colorful creatures, and surreal Mexican-inspired lightscapes. A vibrant fusion of fantasy and tradition.
Celestial garden
Stroll through a luminous garden blooming with roses and California wildflowers. Along winding paths, discover glowing zodiac trees and dreamy floral arches — where nature and starlight bloom together.
Candy wonderland
Enter a sugar-swirled dream through giant donut tunnels and twinkling ice cream Christmas trees. A whimsical world of sweet delights, made for joyful hearts and wide-eyed wonder.
Lighting ceremony
Thanksgiving
Christmas cosplay day
New year’s eve celebration
Plan your visit
Opening dates
- Nov 14, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026
- Daily 4:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Location
- Discovery Meadow, Guadalupe River Park,
San Jose, CA
Parking
We recommend the following parking options, all within a 3-5 minute walk to the entrance:
- Almaden/Woz Lot
- Ernst & Young Garage (303 Almaden Blvd)
- SP+ Parking (280 S Market St)
To save time, consider reserving a space in advance using ParkWhiz or SpotAngels.
Public transit
VTA Light Rail
- Children’s Discovery Museum Station (Blue Line) – Just steps from the entrance. VTA Bus
- San Carlos & Guadalupe River Stop – Located directly in front of Discovery Meadow.
- Nearby routes: 23, 64A, Rapid 523, and more.
Tips
- You may stay until 10:30 PM regardless of your ticket’s entry time. (Note: Last entry is at 10:00 PM. No admissions allowed after that.)
- The venue is wheelchair- and stroller-friendly. While some paths are temporarily installed for the event, all walkways are designed to accommodate strollers and mobility devices.
- Portable restrooms are available at both the north and south ends of Discovery Meadow.
- Waterproof shoes are recommended on rainy evenings. The festival takes place almost entirely on grass, which may remain wet or muddy after rain.
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