FreeChristmas Tree Lane in Palo Alto
Through Dec 31Dec 12 – Dec 31 · 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Nightly Dec 12 – Dec 31, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (until 11:00 PM on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).
1700–1800 blocks of Fulton Street1700 Fulton St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 · 27.7 mi approx. from San FranciscoDirections
All ages (flat neighborhood sidewalks well-suited for strollers, wagons, and walking toddlers)
FreeFree admission (public residential neighborhood holiday display)
About this adventure
A Peninsula holiday tradition since 1940, the 1700 and 1800 blocks of Fulton Street in Palo Alto transform into an illuminated wonderland every December. Towering heritage trees along the street median and front lawns are draped in thousands of colorful lights, alongside animated yard displays, nativity scenes, and glowing candy cane walkways. Families can stroll down the flat sidewalks or take a scenic evening cruise by car. Walking with a stroller allows children to take in all the intricate handcrafted lawn decorations and holiday music playing from front porches. The display is organized entirely by neighborhood residents and is free to visit.
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