Holiday Fun Modesto to Mountain House: Your 2025 Family Guide

The holiday season in Modesto to Mountain House is pure magic — twinkling lights, cozy cocoa, and family traditions that make memories to last all year. Macaroni KID Modesto and Macaroni KID Mountain House-Manteca-Tracy is your go-to guide for everything merry and bright — from festive events and dazzling light displays to Santa visits and local holiday fun. Explore our list below and make this a season your family will never forget.

Bookmark this guide and check back often — we’ll keep adding new events and activities all season long!

This guide is sponsored by Manteca Winterfest!
A huge thank you to Manteca Winterfest for supporting our local families and helping make this guide possible.

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Must-See Holiday Attractions Modesto to Mountain House

Discover the best holiday attractions and light displays that make Modesto shine this season.

McHenry Mansion Victorian Winter Wonderland at the Historical Properties Winter Festival!

Location: Saturday, November 29, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

McHenry Mansion | 906 15th StreetMcHenry Museum | 1402 I StreetMcClatchy Park | corner of 15th and I Streets

Highlights: McHenry Mansion and Museum decked out in all their holiday best. Enjoy caroling, crafts, activities, tours and more during this free, family-friendly event.

Santa At Vintage Faire

Location: 3401 Dale Rd Ste 483, Modesto, CA 95356

Highlights:

FREE PHOTO FOR CERTIFIKID FAMILIES

Limited Time! Deal Details

🎄 Visiting Santa is more than a photo, it’s a holiday experience your family will remember for years to come.

For over 65 years, families have trusted Cherry Hill Programs to capture smiles, giggles and the magic of the season. 🎅💖 With hundreds of convenient locations across the US and Canada, creating holiday magic has never been easier.

When you make your reservation, you’ll enjoy:

Holiday Treats from Shutterfly: 50% off your Shutterfly order plus 10 free Holiday Cards
Gift from Portable North Pole: A personalized digital message from Santa before your visit.
Fun from Crayola: A free 3-month trial to Crayola Create and Play, a creative learning app for curious kids.

📸 Book today at whereissanta.com to save your spot enjoy a FREE photo with Santa as our gift to you! 🎁

The Deal: Free 5x7 Photo With Santa with any package purchase (on or before 12/7/2025) a $9.99 value

What You Need to Know:

Valid for visits with Santa on or before 12/7/25.
Valid with any reservation made at whereissanta.com.
May only be used one time.
May not be combined with any other offer.
Not redeemable in person.
Hours of Operation: varies by location, please visit whereissanta.com for details.

Expiration: December 07, 2025

To Redeem:

Click HERE or "FREE 5x7" above. You will be redirected to Where is Santa? site to complete your purchase.
Enter CK57 at checkout if not automatically applied to the order
Questions? Please reach out to Cherry Hill Programs?

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Upcoming Holiday Events and Santa Visits Modesto to Mountain House

Looking for parades, tree lightings, Santa photo ops, and holiday markets? We’ve got you covered! These family-friendly holiday events in Modesto are the perfect way to celebrate the season.

🎄Tracy Breakfast with Santa

🎄Manteca-Winterfest

🎅 Breakfast with Santa

🎄Celebration of Lights Holiday Parade

🎅Modesto-Santa at Rodin Farms, The Fruit Stand

🎅Mountain House-Letters to Santa

🎄Tracy- Holiday Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting Ceremony

🎄Lathrop- Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting

🎄Mountain House-Parade of Lights

🎄 Manteca- Christmas in the Park & Parade

MORE EVENTS ON OUR CALENDAR