Welcome to Christmas Town Sonora!

Celebrate the magic of the holidays with us as Christmas Town Sonora returns for its 6th year! From festive traditions and twinkling lights to community celebrations and holiday cheer, there’s something special for everyone.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and make memories with us as we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year in beautiful historic Sonora. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

  • November 25 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm PST

    Crafting with Tuolumne County Arts

    at Aronos Research Club

    Join 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...

  • November 25 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PST

    Lighting Ceremony of the Red Church and Downtown Sonora

    at Sonora Fire Museum

    Celebrate 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...

  • November 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm PST

    43rd Annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade

    at Downtown Sonora

    Join us for the 43rd 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, a ma...

  • November 28 - December 19

    Giving Tree at Wildbud Floral Co. Benefiting FOAC

    at Wildbud Floral Company

    A Giving Tree is a Christmas Tree with ornaments for generous people to select and donate gifts to Friends of Animal Community. Throughout the holiday season, you can share the Christmas Spirit with F...

  • December 4 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 4 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Holly Jolly Wagon by Columbia Stage Line and Stable

    at Downtown Sonora

    Free 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...

  • December 5 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 6 @ 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...

  • December 6 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 7 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 8 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 9 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 10 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 11 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Holly Jolly Wagon by Columbia Stage Line and Stable

    at Downtown Sonora

    Free 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...

  • December 11 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 12 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 13 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST

    Decorate Gingerbread Houses with Santa & Holiday Music — Free Admission but Must RSVP

    at Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #10

    This free holiday celebration has become a cherished local tradition! Now in its fifth year. The IOOF Lodge Sonora #10 is once again opening its cozy space at 10 W. Dodge St. for an afternoon of story...

  • December 13 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm PST

    Decorate Gingerbread Houses with Santa & Holiday Music — Free Admission but Must RSVP

    at Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #10

    This free holiday celebration has become a cherished local tradition! Now in its fifth year. The IOOF Lodge Sonora #10 is once again opening its cozy space at 10 W. Dodge St. for an afternoon of story...

  • December 13 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm PST

    Decorate Gingerbread Houses with Santa & Holiday Music — Free Admission but Must RSVP

    at Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #10

    This free holiday celebration has become a cherished local tradition! Now in its fifth year. The IOOF Lodge Sonora #10 is once again opening its cozy space at 10 W. Dodge St. for an afternoon of story...

  • December 14 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 15 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 15 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm PST

    Sonora Chamber of Commerce Holiday Community Mixer

    at Sonora Opera Hall

    You’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...

  • December 16 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 16 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm PST

    Tipsy Tinsel Holiday Karaoke & Hot Toddies for Adults – Free Admission MUST RSVP

    at nOx Coffee

    Cozy up for an enchanting evening of holiday songs. This adults-only event promises laughter, warmth, and a sprinkling of holiday magic! Enjoy a no-host toddy bar serving festive drinks to keep the sp...

  • December 17 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 18 @ 12:00 pm PST

    38th Annual Mut’s Bean Feed hosted by the Tuolumne County Sportsmen

    at 84 S Washington

    The Mut’s Bean Feed will carry on its 38-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...

  • December 18 @ 12:45 pm PST

    45th Annual Pop Hudson Memorial Christmas Sing hosted by the Union Democrat

    at Courthouse Park in Downtown Sonora

    The 45th 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...

  • December 18 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Holly Jolly Wagon by Columbia Stage Line and Stable

    at Downtown Sonora

    Free 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...

  • December 18 @ 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm PST

    Letters to Santa on KAAD-LP Radio

    Join Santa live on KAAD-LP Radio as he reads 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 online at https...

  • December 18 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 19 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 20 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 21 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 22 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

  • December 23 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm PST

    Visit with Santa at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park

    at Santa’s House at Courthouse Park

    Santa is spending the holidays right here in Sonora! He’ll be spreading cheer at Santa’s House in Courthouse Park from December 4–23. Bring the family for photos, share your holiday wishes, ...

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 2027.

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