Mad Hatter Holiday Festival in Vallejo
Sat. Dec 6, 2025 @ 2:00 pm
The Mad Hatter Holiday Festival is in Vallejo on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2pm in Downtown Vallejo (in front of JFK Library). Photo: Stephen Jacobson of Obtainium Works
VALLEJO – Vallejo’s most enchanting tradition is back! Historic Downtown Vallejo will transform into a wonderland of whimsy, lights, and community spirit for this annual festival and parade. This beloved event, now a staple of the city’s festive calendar, promises a day packed with magic, music, and merriment for all ages. The celebration kicks off at 2pm in Unity Plaza at the JFK Library with the Wonderland Festival Activities, featuring dancing horses, craft and food vendors, children’s rides and interactive fun.
At 4:30pm, the streets come alive with the Mad Hatter Parade, starting at Georgia Street from Sonoma Boulevard to Santa Clara Street. Expect fantastical floats, costumed characters, and surprises around every corner. Then, as twilight falls, the Tree Lighting Ceremony begins at 6pm at the JFK Library, followed by the Lighted Boat Parade at 6:30pm, illuminating the waterfront with dazzling displays.
2pm: Mad Hatter Holiday Festival (in front of JFK Library)
4:30pm: Mad Hatter Holiday Parade (Georgia St from Sonoma Blvd to Santa Clara St)
6pm: Tree Lighting Ceremony (behind JFK Library)
6:30pm: Lighted Boat Parade (on the waterfront)
Mad Hatter Holiday Festival in Vallejo
Saturday, December 6, 2025
2pm
Admission is FREE (some activities require a fee)
Historic Downtown Vallejo
For more information, visit HatterVallejo.com.
