Looking for things to do this weekend? Here's a list of events happening in Northern California from Friday, Dec. 12 to Sunday, Dec. 14.

Before you head out the door, check the latest forecast here .

Below are more events happening across the area.

Sacramento-area events

Santa Parade

The 2025 Sacramento Santa Parade is set for Saturday, marking the 42nd year of the parade. The parade features festive floats, marching bands, clowns, youth groups, horses, antique vehicles and of course, Santa Claus. It begins at 10 a.m. and circles Capitol Park. Learn more .

Second Saturday

The recurring Second Saturday art walk where local art galleries in Midtown hold special events takes place from 5 p.m. to around 9 p.m. See a list of galleries here .

The Nutcracker

The Sacramento Ballet

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