I've been coming to the Willow Glen Holiday lights for almost 10 years now, and it is pure…read moremagic...minus the crowds. It's amazing to see how all-out so many of the houses go, just about every single one has some sort of Christmas or Hanukkah display, light, or decoration. It's also amazing how much more crowded it gets every year. I used to drive it, but now I don't dare try. I'll typically park near one of the main streets and get out and walk. This is usually much more enjoyable since you aren't having to fight nonstop car and foot traffic. This year I went a little late in the season and even walking it wasn't all that enjoyable because of the groups of 15+ people together and the people running around doing a scavenger hunt, so lesson learned. This past year we parked a bit further and got to see some displays that I either haven't seen in the past or are newer, but it was nice to stroll the less crowded streets and still enjoy the holiday magic. Unlike in years past, there were even street dog vendors out this time around. Felt like I was leaving a concert or a sporting event!

The wonderful people of Willow Glen produces amazing holiday displays for both Halloween and…read moreChristmas. The festivities and major decorations are very much appreciated by those who may not have the resources to partake in decorating. There are a few neighborhoods in Willow Glen you can walk through and look at beautiful displays. It is animal and kid friendly Another way to view these decorations is something called the Holiday Trolley Ride that you purchase to participate and The trolley rides through the decorated neighborhoods. (Not pet friendly) I recommend bundling up because it gets chilly at night. Don't miss out! Thank you people of Willow glen!

Great vendors! Great music! Great weather! Well attended event!…read more Had a blast at Cambell's Oktoberfest and was impressed by all of the local vendors and business owners who were celebrating in showcasing their businesses with the community. Such a smart way to highlight the hard-working business owners in in the neighborhood. Parking is a little tricky, so be prepared to circle a few times to find a spot or come early. Hats off to the downtown Cambell Chamber of Commerce for throwing such a wonderful event.

We had a great time at this event! There are plenty of food and drink options, not only from the…read morevendors but the local business too! We did wish that they had more seating throughout the event. Lots of different local musicians playing on different stages. There is a 5/10k race prior to the start of the event. We signed up for this race and enjoyed our run. The course is out and back and was run on a paved trail. They provided snacks prior to the start of the race and Square Pizza Guys were handing out free pizza sqaures after the race. We will definitely attend these events next year!

The festivals and community events in downtown Campbell all tend to be pretty similar, with food…read moreand merchandise vendors, live entertainment, and crowds of people filling the streets, whether it's Oktoberfest or a car show. The Boogie fest is presented as a music event, and the music this past weekend was definitely a highlight when we visited on Sunday morning. Several different stages spaced out nicely, and great communication online about the set times and locations for each of the bands performing throughout the two-day celebration. We especially enjoyed the sounds of the keyboard and vocals by Connor Morrison, as he filled the air with classic songs like Brown Eyed Girl and Elton John faves. We also found some seats near the central stage where The Jukebox Boyz put on a lively show for the crowd, with their unique renditions of awesome tunes including Come Together by The Beatles, Sweet Home Alabama, (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction, and Billy Joel's My Life, We were only there for a couple of hours, but the music was great! Food options, on the other hand, were limited. We found mostly the typical fried food stands, along with multiple vendors selling sweets (mini donuts, churros, beignets). I tried some chocolate beignets from the "More to Life" dessert stand, and they were were so yummy! Taste and texture were satisfying. I had to get coffee at one of a local cafe, cuz there were no vendors at the event selling my preferred iced beverage. There was definitely beer and wine being sold on site though. While there wasn't much variety in food offerings, we were able to grab some lumpia and a teriyaki chicken & veggie bowl from one of the booths for lunch, and it was pretty good. In addition, merchandise vendors and businesses were selling lots of unique stuff, like totes with charming designs, music equipment, and various handmade products. It didn't take long to explore the various tents while strolling along the festival grounds. We even tried free samples of brisket chips, checked out the caricature artists, and adored the cute kittens of Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority. Another laid back and free community event... nothing extraordinary about it, but we appreciated our time here and the organizers who made it all possible.

This is your run of the mill street fair. It was on the small side, with not a ton of vendors…read more There were a few gems but nothing that makes it a destination. If you're local, it could be a nice way to spend a few hours. It wasn't heavy music or dancing themes, so I'm not sure why it was designated differently than you're standard art and wine festival. Parking can be found at the nearby city hall/community center grounds for free. Otherwise you're going to be fighting for street or garage parking. It's a one and done-fine but not memorable.

Always a fun summer activity to walk through the art and wine festivals. The Santa Clara one is…read morenicely nestled amongst trees and a fountain. Live music, watermelon slushies, nachos and crafts oh mine.

First time here. There is paid parking $15-20. Place was pretty busy during my visit. Quite a few…read morevendors, saw art but didnt really see where the wine stalls were.

Water Lantern Festival is a must, you have to attend at least once and youll be hooked to come…read moreagain and again. What a fun experience this was to create a lanten and then launch it off into the lake. Got our Water lantern Kits and began getting creative on how to decorate our oun indivitual lanters. You get only one marker so its a good idea to be prepared and bring your own markers of you want to have a veriaty of colors. Dawn was upon us and we began to get ready to launch our lanterns. It was biter sweat launching them because it part of the process however part of you wnts to keep it and take it home. I was curiouse as to what happens to them after they are launched and everyone goes home for the night. You do have your deck of cards both playing cards and conversation cards that were fun to keep as your souvenirs. You also get a wrist band and draw sting backpack that comes in a veriety of colors. Ther are lots of food trucks for purshasing food, drinks and treats. Remember to come early if you want to have dibs on a good spot. Bring a picnic blanket and a pictic to share as they do alow outside food and drinks. Also remember to bring a jacket or light sweater as it gets cooler in the earning. Cant wait for next year and bringing the hubs to enjoy a picnic and the Wate Lanters.

Cute event and opportunity to launch water lanterns and reflect. Check in is smooth and there are a…read moregood number of food vendors for the event. Things that can be improved are: More guidance towards timing of when to decorate your lantern and a provided template. They bring people on stage to share, but maybe there should be an anonymous reading as well. I personally think the event is better in fall because the crowds in summer were too noisy for the performances and meditation. Bring your own picnic blanket and water!

Review for the 2025 version. Compared to christmas in the park's version of the drive thru lights,…read morethis was 100x better. Well organized with signs directing you where to go. The lights were much longer to drive thru so it just felt more worth it to check out. Compared to previous years, it looks like there are some newer sections. Always a classic

After hearing about this event, I'm glad I got to experience it!…read more My family and I walked through with some friends, and we all had an enjoyable time. I personally would not want to drive through this experience, as it was really fun to immerse ourselves in the colorful lights and fresh air. There are many food trucks, and there are lots of tables to eat at. There was also a juggler for kids entertainment. Another pro: there was a diaper and nursing station for parents. Only suggestion for improving is to have clearer communication regarding shuttle from the park to Netflix (the spot for arrival is different than that for departure). Also, the shuttle line takes quite a while. It is worth reconsidering the shuttle if you go in the evening with small children that have bedtime curfews.

Took our GS Troop here for the Taylor Swift night--so fun!…read more I've also been for the Daft Punk night with my husband. Always a fun experience, and I love that they have cool themed shows. Would love an emo night! Easy to find, lots of parking.

I came here for the Taylor Swift laser show and it was a fun way to spend an hour. It was just fun…read moremusic, lots of screaming kids singing the lyrics, and some cool lasers to look at. I did have to close my eyes a few times to give them a break from all the colorful lights. You can choose where to sit when you come into the planetarium room. The presenter did a good job. The visuals were a bit older, but it was still fun and the ticket prices were pretty reasonable/affordable. There were lots of parking available in I think Lot E.

This festival is usually pretty small and pretty much the exact same every year. The coolest part…read moreis that it's right by the Almaden Lake and that you get to have free sunflowers to walk around with. It's pretty much the same vendors, art, food, and music as it has been for the last 10 years. Parking is really difficult if even possible and you can do this whole thing in about an hour, maybe two. It's sub par

Decided to finally check this out as its right across the street from our place. There were a lot…read moreof cars on the street and many people enjoying the sunshine so we figured it would be a fun stroll. Lots of booths selling art, jewelry, and other crafty stuff. I liked the live music with them doing old song to new songs. In terms of food there was 2 food trucks and a bunch of booths. There was Mexican food, funnel cake, Indian food, Chinese Chicken salads, dots, lemonade, etc. This was all free entry so doesn't cost anything to walk around. We decided to get wine and boy that was a rip off but I guess its because it goes to charity. $7 for the wine glass and then another $7 or $9 (premium wine.) So one glass of wine was $14. It was definitely a big pour though. I was really more hoping to have a single glass and do some wine tasting. It was nice to get out of the house but definitely wouldn't go out of my way for this one.

Downtown Festival of Lights in Campbell is a great way to spend the day with friends and family…read more Located on E. Campbell Ave. It's a fun filled day with with food and arts and crafts. It is geared for children of all ages (that means you)

I wouldn't recommend going to Moreland Pumpkin Patch if you're planning on doing the family walk…read more It was quite expensive at $15 per person, even for my 2yo. We lined up at our 730pm check-in time and waited 35 minutes in the cold and were only halfway through the line. We left because it would have been another 25-35 more minutes to get through the line. However, the staff was great and the carnival games were fun. Nice to have all of the thoughtful decorations as well, our child loved playing with all of the pumpkins.

This patch is cute…read more The haunted trail costs $15 per person and there are scheduled appointment times to go in, however the line backs up and you have to wait at least 30 minutes past your appointment time before entering. We did not enter the trail until 720pm, and that is after getting in line at 640pm. Just be aware. Which is fine, my family had fun and the actors inside are funny and well rehearsed. However, since we waited so long, we got out of the trail around 750pm. My kid wanted to play the carnival games, which close at 8pm, so we bought some tickets to play, and were out to the carnival by 752pm, they had already taken everything down and had only a few simple games still up. My kid was bummed, but I figured since there were no refunds, I could go back and get a snack instead with my tickets. I was denied and told to come back next week to redeem the tickets. I know this is all for a good cause and it really isn't too big of a deal, but it is silly that I literally bought the tickets within a minute and then walked back after the carnival being closed and then denied to even use the tickets on anything else and then told to come back next week. They were told not to sell any tickets since they were closing up the carnival early, but I guess it wasn't communicated well. I guess we will be back to use up the tickets next weekend...?