Silicon Valley Holidays for Families, Couples, and Friends

Silicon Valley is a hub for innovation, and this is especially true during the holidays. The Christmas Tree in Palo Alto is known for its LED light show that syncs to music, adding to plenty of other ways to enjoy the holiday spirit. The town turns into a livewire of concerts and events during the holiday months. Silicon Valley has some of the world's best retail outlets for holiday shopping. Food connoisseurs will be happy with the outstanding collection of restaurants where you can find dreamy holiday-special menus. Stay at Hotel Strata, the center of all your fun things to do in Silicon Valley this holiday season.

Top Things to Do This Thanksgiving near Mountain View, CA

Aquarium of the Bay

Head down to the iconic Pier 39 waterfront on Thanksgiving or any day of the holiday season. Be mesmerized by the waterfront full of sea lions, green moray eels, jellyfish, and more. Enjoy being at the Bay, which is home to over 20,000 species and dozens of interactive exhibits.

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Silicon Valley Turkey Trot

Plan a day of feasting and football for Thanksgiving morning with the 18th Annual Silicon Valley Turkey Trot. Get involved in a good cause and compete in the 5k, 10k, or Kids Fun Run downtown San Jose. Silicon Valley offers a perfect list of family and kid-friendly activities, where you can enjoy hours of fun on Thursday, November 24, 2022, including sponsored costume contrasts. For almost 20 years, the Turkey Trot has worked to donate over $10 million to local charities. This year, it's your chance to become part of something bigger.

PIER 39 Tree Lighting Happier Holidays Celebration

Usher in the happiest season with musical moments framed by the 60 ft tall stunning Carlton Christmas Tree from Siskiyou County. The celebration continues throughout the holiday season from November 22, 2022, through January 8, 2023. During the 30-minute mesmerizing event, watch this tree transform with your loved one. Stroll along the pier for more holiday shopping, dining, and mingling with the happy holiday crowd.

Hornblower Dinner Cruise

Set sail for a unique Thanksgiving at sea when you dine with Hornblower. Savor through the San Francisco cityscape, local DJ, and a holiday menu.

Park Chalet

Make this holiday dinner different from the rest. Get set to inhale that fresh ocean air and enjoy the crackling fireplace. Warm up to dive into Park Chalet's 3-course menu.

Hotel Strata – Holiday Stays with a Heart

Our family-owned hotel has provided #1 customer service to guests for over forty years. Nestled between the Santa Cruz Mountains and San Francisco Bay, we are at the heart of Mountain View's natural hotspots. We are also close to the high-tech conveniences of Silicon Valley. This holiday, trust us to provide you with a unique experience you and your family can enjoy from the heart. Book your holiday getaway today and save with our exclusive book direct holiday rate. Plan now.