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FEATURED EVENTS

Bike to Wherever Day - Jack London Square

On Bike to Wherever Day, over 20,000 East Bay residents will pedal to visit over 100 Energizer Stations to grab a free bag filled with goodies and celebrate the joy of biking everywhere Join us from 7:00am-9:00am at our table by the Water Shuttle stop near Scott's Sea Food.
Dates: 
12/21/2025
12/28/2025
11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: 
Jack London Square, 472 Water St, Oakland, CA 94607, United States
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IlluminOdyssey - 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. Explore the physical properties of light, such as photoluminescence, color, additive light mixing, waves, fluorescence, fluid dynamics, subtractive color mixing, and refraction. Returning for its seventh year, IlluminOdyssey is a fan-favorite for the whole family, and is free with admission or membership. CuriOdyssey’s hands-on approach to science education influences every facet of this exhibition. IlluminOdyssey's interactive glowing exhibits awaken kids’ curiosity, build critical thinking skills, and inspire an interest in science and the natural world. As a non-profit outdoor science museum and zoo, we make exploring science, technology, engineering, art, and math fun and excited for kids and adults of all ages. *Note: This is a darkened hall with a variety of light-based exhibits and artwork. Visitors sensitive to light and sound may be affected.
Dates: 
12/16/2025
12/17/2025
12/18/2025
10am–4pm PST
Location: 
CuriOdyssey, 1651 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401, United States
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Visit to the North Pole - Lesher Center for the Arts

Visit the North Pole with Fantasy Forum Actors Ensemble! It's back, the most wonderful time of the year! This holiday season, Fantasy Forum Actors Ensemble is bringing the North Pole to the Lesher Center for the Arts for a one-of-a-kind interactive experience your family will never forget. Step into a world of holiday magic as you and your family are escorted through the North Pole by your very own special elf! Help Mrs. Claus decorate her tree and prep her famous cookies, then make your way to Santa's office for an unforgettable personal visit and photo opportunity. This intimate, hands-on experience is filled with laughter, wonder, and holiday spirit, perfect for children and the young at heart. A magical experience unlike any other. Make your family's holiday memories sparkle at the North Pole!
Dates: 
12/17/2025
12/18/2025
12/19/2025
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Location: 
Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, United States
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Glowfari: A Wildly Illuminating Lantern Festival - Oakland Zoo

The Zoo has enabled a plan-ahead pricing ticketing system. Plan-ahead pricing allows you to book your zoo visit in advance while keeping your budget and schedule in mind. Please note that ticket prices may vary nightly. The closer you book to the date of your visit, the higher the ticket price may be. To ensure that you get the best ticket price for your visit, we recommend that you book your tickets as far in advance as possible. There are no group discounts on tickets for this event. Parking is complimentary with the purchase of Glowfari tickets.
Dates: 
12/16/2025
12/17/2025
12/18/2025
4:00 - 9:00pm PST
Location: 
Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Rd, Oakland, CA 94605, United States
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Animals in Action - CuriOdyssey

This is an exciting opportunity to witness our animals engaging in all kinds of activities! Join us to catch our animal keepers doing animal enrichment activities, taking animals for walks, or even doing training sessions!
Dates: 
12/16/2025
12/17/2025
12/18/2025
2:00pm
Location: 
CuriOdyssey, 1651 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401, United States
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