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Folsom Holiday Events are in Full Swing!

Posted on by Steve Heard

It’s easty to get in the holiday spirit with these great events

December in Folsom means lots of winter fun. Here are so fabulous Folsom Holiday events not to be missed.

Holidays in Historic Folsom

  • Christmas Tree Lighting: Enjoy a magical evening in the Historic District as they light the community Christmas Tree! Take a photo with Santa, visit many sponsors with free gifts and giveaways, and let the kids play! The tree lights up at 7:30 PM sharp followed by live music and more.
    • When: Friday, December 6, 2024, 6:00 PM (Happening TODAY!)
    • Where: Folsom Historic District Ice Rink, 200 Wool St, Folsom, CA 95630
    • More info: Historic Folsom Website
  • Visit Santa: Santa will make special visits to the Historic District to visit with children and families. Come meet Santa in the district!! Santa will chat with kids and their families while sitting on his throne in his Christmas Cottage located in the plaza.
    • When: December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2024, 6:00 PM
    • Where: Historic Folsom District (Santa’s Cottage is in the plaza)
    • More info: Historic Folsom Website

Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary:

  • Wild Nights & Holiday Lights: Experience the magic of the zoo illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights! Enjoy festive decorations, animal encounters, and holiday-themed activities. This is a popular event, so purchasing tickets in advance is recommended.
    • When: December 1st-2nd, 8th-9th, 15th-16th, 22nd-23rd, 2024
    • Where: Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary, 403 Stafford St, Folsom, CA 95630
    • More info: Folsom Zoo Friends Website

City of Folsom Holiday Lights Contest:

  • Folsom Holiday Lights Contest: Decorate your home or business and enter to win! This contest encourages residents and businesses to spread holiday cheer with dazzling light displays.
    • Categories: Holly Jolly Residence, Clark Griswold (best use of lights), Hollywood Christmas (best theme), Merry and Bright Business, Illuminate the Block (multi-house).
    • Entry Deadline: December 8th, 2024
    • More info: City of Folsom Website

Don’t Forget These Resources for More Events:

Have a wonderful time exploring all the festive fun Folsom has to offer this December!

Steve Heard

I am a Realtor serving the greater Sacramento region, and over the years have built an excellent reputation. I work with buyers, sellers, first-timers, move-up buyers and investors. If you want an honest, direct, patient, knowledgeable agent with a sense of humor, who is easy to work with, drop me a line.