Festive Holidays | Fairmont San Francisco

FESTIVE SEASON 2026: Celebrate the Magic of the Holidays

NOVEMBER 21 – DECEMBER 31

Celebrate the holiday season at Fairmont San Francisco, an iconic Nob Hill landmark where festive traditions, elegant celebrations, and memorable San Francisco moments come to life. From sparkling décor and seasonal experiences to thoughtful touches throughout your stay, discover a holiday destination made for cherished memories.

HOLIDAY ROOM HIGHLIGHT Unwrap a Magical Stay in Santa’s Suite

Step into Santa and Mrs. Claus’s San Francisco home away from the North Pole. This family-friendly holiday stay includes a festively decorated luxury suite, breakfast for up to four guests, holiday hot chocolate, a gingerbread house kit, a holiday movie, and overnight parking.

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HOLIDAY DINING HIGHLIGHT Gingerbread House & Veranda Private Dining

Celebrate the season with an exclusive private dining experience inside Fairmont San Francisco’s life-sized Gingerbread House or on the charming Gingerbread House Veranda. Designed for intimate celebrations, proposals, and unforgettable holiday moments, each setting surrounds guests with the scents, sights, and magic of the season.

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Holiday Events & Festive Experiences

Gingerbread House Lighting Ceremony

Family-friendly and open to all ages

Celebrate the start of the holiday season as Fairmont San Francisco’s life-sized Gingerbread House comes to light. Enjoy a live performance by the San Francisco Boys Chorus, special guests from Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area, and the opening of the Rooftop Winter Faire and Carousel Bar.

Saturday, November 21

11:00 am
Fairmont San Francisco Lobby

Photo Experience
The life-sized Gingerbread House will remain on display throughout the holiday season, offering guests a festive photo moment in the hotel lobby.

Winter Rooftop Faire

Open-air seasonal market with local artisans

Discover a new open-air holiday market in the gardens of Fairmont San Francisco. Inspired by the charm of a European holiday village, the Winter Rooftop Faire brings together local artisans, festive music, sparkling lights, and panoramic city views from Nob Hill.

November 27–29 & December 18–20

12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Rooftop Garden

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Carousel Bar

Lobby bar with festive sips and seasonal charm

Pause for a holiday beverage at Carousel Bar, located in the heart of Fairmont San Francisco’s festive lobby. Surrounded by sparkling décor, the Christmas tree, and the iconic life-sized Gingerbread House, it is the perfect place to sip, gather, and take in the magic of the season.

November 21 – December 31

Fairmont San Francisco Lobby

Balsam Hill Holiday Lane

Photo-friendly holiday experience for all ages

Stroll through a festive holiday promenade created by Balsam Hill and Fairmont San Francisco. Artfully adorned trees, lavish wreaths, and glittering garlands set the scene for a timeless winter wonderland and memorable holiday photos on Nob Hill.

November 21 – December 31

Loggia Hallway, Lobby Level

Photo Experience
The Balsam Hill Holiday Lane will remain on display throughout the holiday season, offering guests a festive photo moment in the hotel.

Holiday Dining & Memorable Celebrations

Thanksgiving Buffet

$118.80 – $222.00 per person

Gather for Thanksgiving dinner at Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar, one of San Francisco’s most elegant holiday settings. Enjoy a lavish Thanksgiving Day buffet, sparkling wine, and live music beneath soaring ceilings and timeless architectural details.

Thursday, November 26

12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar
Reservations required.

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Christmas Eve Buffet

$118.80 – $222.00 per person

Celebrate Christmas Eve at Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar, where timeless elegance and holiday cheer come together in one of San Francisco’s most stunning dining destinations. Enjoy a festive holiday buffet and live music surrounded by seasonal charm.

Thursday, December 24

1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar
Reservations required.

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Christmas Day Buffet

$118.80 – $222.00 per person

Gather for Christmas Day at Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar and celebrate the holiday in an elegant Nob Hill setting. Enjoy a festive holiday buffet and live music beneath soaring ceilings, stately columns, and timeless architectural details.

Friday, December 25

12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar
Reservations required.

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A Very Tiki NYE

$114.00 – $226.80 per person

Ring in the New Year tiki style at Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar. Choose from an early all-ages dinner celebration or a 21+ late-night party with a midnight toast, live music, dancing, California’s best Mai Tai, and a festive buffet luau.

Thursday, December 31

5:00 pm: Open to All Ages
9:30 pm: Open to Ages 21+
Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar
Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

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Festive Afternoon Tea at Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar Available on select dates with seatings from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm

Holiday Tea

Traditional Holiday Tea with Select Value Dates

Gather with family and friends for Fairmont San Francisco’s classic Holiday Tea, a cherished seasonal tradition filled with festive flavors, elegant service, and timeless holiday charm.

November 21 – January 3

Reserve Now Value Dates Available

Santa Tea

Holiday Tea with a Special Visit from Santa

Enjoy the classic Holiday Tea experience with a jolly twist, including special appearances from Santa Claus for a festive afternoon made for holiday memories.

November 21, 29 & December 5, 18, 21, 23

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Nutcracker Tea & Keepsake Tin

Holiday Tea with a Nutcracker Performance & Collectable Tin

Experience Holiday Tea with a Nutcracker-inspired performance by the Marin Ballet Company’s Nutcracker cast, bringing the magic of sugarplum fairies to Laurel Court.

November 22 & December 13

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Holiday Tea & Keepsake Tin

Holiday Tea with Collectible Tea Tin

Celebrate the season with Holiday Tea and a collectible tea tin for each adult guest, perfect for continuing the Fairmont tea tradition at home.

December 6, 12, 19 & 20

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Bear-y Merry Tea

Family-Friendly Holiday Tea with a Build-A-Bear Surprise

Bring extra holiday cheer to the table with a family-friendly Build-A-Bear edition of Holiday Tea, designed for children, families, and festive memory-making.

December 30

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Holiday Parties & Private Celebrations

A Festive Tea Celebration with Gingerbread House Magic

A Gingerbread House experience for qualifying holiday tea bookings.

Gather for Holiday Tea at Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar with exclusive access to the Gingerbread House, a special added value of $800, when you book the 3:30 pm seating with a $1,000 food and beverage minimum this holiday season.

Applicable Dates:

November 23–25, 30;
December 1–3, 7–10, 14–17, 29, 31;
January 2–3

Terms & Conditions

Offer applies to qualifying 3:30 pm Holiday Tea bookings. Rental fee does not include the cost of Holiday Tea. Offer subject to availability.

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Elevate Your Tonga Room Holiday Celebration

A Platinum beverage upgrade for qualifying private events.

Celebrate the season at Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar with a complimentary Platinum beverage package upgrade, a $3,000+ value, for qualifying private events. Add the signature Tonga Photobooth with unlimited high-quality prints.

Applicable Dates:

November 19–30, 2026

Terms & Conditions

Available for qualifying private events of 175 or more guests. Photobooth add-on available for $500. Offer subject to availability.

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A Sparkling Start to Your Holiday Party

A champagne toast for qualifying holiday party bookings.

Plan your holiday party at Fairmont San Francisco and add a celebratory touch with a complimentary champagne toast when you book by August 31, 2026. Perfect for corporate gatherings, festive receptions, and private celebrations.

Applicable Dates:

November 19 – December 30, 2026

Terms & Conditions

Offer applies to new bookings only and must be mentioned at the time of booking. Valid for qualifying events in social event spaces and ballrooms only. Excludes Tonga Room and the Penthouse. Offer subject to availability.

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Share the Magic of the Season with a Piece of Fairmont San Francisco

From gift cards and memorable dining to limited-edition holiday collectibles, give something distinctly Fairmont San Francisco. Discover decorative tea tins, snow globes, Christmas sweaters and more, each designed to be enjoyed long after the season ends.

✓ Gift cards for stays, dining and holiday experiences
✓ Limited-edition collectibles inspired by Fairmont San Francisco
✓ Thoughtful gifts and keepsakes for everyone on your list

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