Pretend City Events in December 2025
Enjoy different events all month long at Pretend City!
12/2, Tuesday
Baby Steps
Infant-only playtime with Santa plus gentle social learning for little ones.
12/5, Friday
Little Hands, Big Impact
Kids help package real food donations for families in partnership with Second Harvest.
12/6, Saturday
Pretend City Tree Lighting Ceremony
Kick off the holidays with cocoa, cookies, Santa, and a festive tree-lighting moment.
12/7, Sunday
FilmPsych Program and Pacific Dance
A special themed program is in the works — updates coming soon.
12/9, Tuesday
Neurodivergent Family Night
A free, sensory-friendly night designed for neurodivergent children and caregivers.
12/11, Thursday
Cooking in the City
Imaginative hands-on cooking fun using real, tasty ingredients.
12/12, Friday
Way to Play Day
Drop-in developmental screenings with experts to support your child’s growth.
12/13, Saturday
STEM Up to the Challenge
Try a snowy, hands-on STEM experiment perfect for curious kids.
12/14, Sunday (AM)
Baby Steps
Infant-only morning session focused on early learning and gentle social play.
12/14, Sunday (PM)
Little Latkes Hanukkah Party at Pretend City
Celebrate with storytime, dreidel games, music, treats, and a community candle lighting.
12/17, Wednesday
Las Posadas
Experience a child-friendly take on this beautiful Mexican holiday tradition.
12/18, Thursday
Neurodivergent Family Night
Enjoy a calm evening of play in a supportive, neuro-affirming space.
12/20, Saturday
Kwanzaa Celebration
Honor African heritage with drumming, dance, and cultural traditions.
12/21, Sunday
Winter Solstice/Christmas Celebration
Celebrate the longest night with activities, traditions, and family fun.
12/22, Monday
Stories & Cookies With Mrs. Claus
Cozy up for holiday stories, photos, and cookies with Mrs. Claus herself.
12/31, Wednesday
New Year’s Eve Around the World
Ring in the New Year early with cultural celebrations, music, and countdown fun.
