Thank you to everyone who visited, volunteered, sponsored, attended events, sang along, and helped make Christmas Town Sonora so special.
Your time, generosity, and holiday spirit turned downtown into a place of joy and connection for our whole community. We’re grateful for each of you and look forward to celebrating together again in 2026.
See What You Missed — Past 2025 Events
- Wed, November 26, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm PST
Crafting with Tuolumne County Arts Copy
at Aronos Research ClubJoin us for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity and community! This free craft workshop, co-hosted by the Sonora Chamber of Commerce, the Aronos Research Club, and Tuolumne County Arts, is perfect fo...
- Wed, November 26, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PST
Lighting Ceremony of the Red Church and Downtown Sonora
at Sonora Fire MuseumCelebrate the start of the holiday season at our Downtown Sonora Lighting Ceremony! Join us as we light up St. James Episcopal Church (the iconic Red Church), Christmas Tree Lane in Courthouse Park, a...
- Fri, November 28, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm PST
42nd Annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade
at Downtown SonoraJoin us for the 42nd Annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade! Celebrate the start of the holiday season—Sonora style! Join us for the beloved Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade, ...
- Wed, December 3, 2025 - Wed, December 31, 2025
Christmas Tree Lane
at Courthouse Park in Downtown SonoraThis year, Christmas Tree Lane at Courthouse Park will feature over 50 beautifully decorated trees by local nonprofit organizations and scout troops. Each tree tells the unique story of its organizati...
- Fri, December 5, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Holly Jolly Wagon by Columbia Stage Line and Stable
at Downtown SonoraFree Carriage Rides — The Holly Jolly Wagon is Back! Thanks to Columbia Stage Line and Stable, the Holly Jolly Wagon returns this year to add some extra magic to the season! Hop aboard the horse-dra...
- Fri, December 5, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus are spending the holidays right here in Sonora! They’ll be joining the Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade on November 28, then spreading cheer at Santa’s House in C...
- Sat, December 6, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Sat, December 6, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm PST
KAAD-LP Presents The Old Time Radio Variety Show — Live at the Sonora Opera Hall
at Sonora Opera HallJoin KAAD-LP for our 2nd Annual Christmas gala fundraiser featuring musical acts, dance performances, holiday vignettes, wine, auction, and more! KAAD-LP 103.5 FM presents the 2nd Annual Old Time Radi...
- Sun, December 7, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm PST
Celtic Christmas Concert with Sequoia Tree-O at the Red Church – FREE Admission
at St. James Episcopal Church (a.k.a. The Red Church)Join us for a free community concert featuring the band Sequoia Tree-O! Enjoy a Celtic Christmas performance at St. James Episcopal Church, also known as the Red Church. Donations to St. James Episcop...
- Sun, December 7, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Mon, December 8, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Tue, December 9, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Wed, December 10, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Wed, December 10, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm PST
Holiday Stories & Hot Toddies for Adults with Storyteller BZ Smith and Musician Peg Reza – Free Admission MUST RSVP
at nOx CoffeeRSVPs Are Full Thank you for your interest! At this time, all RSVPs have been filled. We are no longer able to accept additional attendees. Cozy up for an enchanting evening of holiday tales told by t...
- Thu, December 11, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Fri, December 12, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Fri, December 12, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Holly Jolly Wagon by Columbia Stage Line and Stable
at Downtown SonoraFree Carriage Rides — The Holly Jolly Wagon is Back! Thanks to Columbia Stage Line and Stable, the Holly Jolly Wagon returns this year to add some extra magic to the season! Hop aboard the horse-dra...
- Sat, December 13, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Sun, December 14, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm PST
Decorate Gingerbread Houses with Santa & Mrs. Claus and Storytelling — Free Admission but Must RSVP
at Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #10This free holiday celebration has become a cherished local tradition! Now in its fourth year, the IOOF Lodge Sonora #10 is once again opening its cozy space at 10 W. Dodge St. for an afternoon of stor...
- Sun, December 14, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm PST
Decorate Gingerbread Houses with Santa & Mrs. Claus and Storytelling — Free Admission but Must RSVP
at Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #10This free holiday celebration has become a cherished local tradition! Now in its fourth year, the IOOF Lodge Sonora #10 is once again opening its cozy space at 10 W. Dodge St. for an afternoon of stor...
- Mon, December 15, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Tue, December 16, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Tue, December 16, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm PST
Sonora Chamber of Commerce Holiday Community Mixer
at Sonora Opera HallYou’re Invited to the Holiday Community Mixer! Join us for a festive evening of holiday cheer at the Sonora Opera Hall, co-hosted by the Sonora Chamber of Commerce and Visit Tuolumne! FREE to at...
- Wed, December 17, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Thu, December 18, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Fri, December 19, 2025 @ 12:00 pm PST
37th Annual Mut’s Bean Feed hosted by the Tuolumne County Sportsmen
at 84 S WashingtonThe Mut’s Bean Feed will carry on its 37-year tradition, serving its iconic pot of beans on a crisp winter day in Sonora. Hosted by the Tuolumne County Sportsman, the event takes place on Linoberg S...
- Fri, December 19, 2025 @ 12:45 pm PST
44th Annual Pop Hudson Memorial Christmas Sing hosted by the Union Democrat
at Courthouse Park in Downtown SonoraThe 44th Pop Hudson Memorial Christmas Sing, presented by The Union Democrat, will bring festive music to downtown Sonora on Friday, Dec. 19, and community groups are invited to join in spreading holi...
- Fri, December 19, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Fri, December 19, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Holly Jolly Wagon by Columbia Stage Line and Stable Copy
at Downtown SonoraUnfortunately, due to rain this evening, we’ve made the decision to cancel the Holly Jolly Wagon. Keeping our riders, drivers, and horses safe always comes first. We appreciate your understanding an...
- Fri, December 19, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm PST
Santa & Mrs. Claus Read Letters to Santa on Air on KAAD-LP Radio
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus live on KAAD-LP Radio as they read the letters to Santa that were dropped off at our North Pole Express Mailbox at Courthouse Park. Tune in to hear them on air at 103.5 FM or...
- Sat, December 20, 2025
Giving Tree at Wildbud Floral Co. Closes
at Wildbud Floral CompanyA Giving Tree is a Christmas Tree with ornaments for generous people to select and donate gifts to those in need. Throughout the holiday season, you can share the Christmas Spirit with the less fortun...
- Sat, December 20, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm PST
Holiday Movie Matinee at Sonora Opera Hall – FREE!
at Sonora Opera HallJoin us for a cozy Holiday Movie Matinee at the Sonora Opera Hall! Bring the whole family for an afternoon of festive fun as we screen Shrek the Halls at Noon, Olaf’s Frozen Adventure at 1245 pm, Me...
- Sat, December 20, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...
- Sun, December 21, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST
Visit with Santa and Mrs Claus at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park
at Santa’s House at Courthouse ParkSanta and Mrs. Claus have become a treasured holiday tradition in Sonora, delighting families year after year with their warmth, laughter, and genuine love of the season. For many, visiting them has b...