Thursday, Dec. 7, 4–8 p.m.
McLaren Lodge, Golden Gate Park (501 Stanyan St.)
Don’t miss the 88th annual Golden Gate park holiday tree lighting, including carnival rides, a cookie factory, arts and crafts for kids, a visit from Santa, music, and live entertainment. Santa will arrive shortly before the official tree lighting ceremony (6 p.m.) Free, sfrecpark.org
