Downtown Chico officially kicks off the season in a tradition of holiday hospitality Sunday, November 20th from 4-8pm, it's the much anticipated Christmas Preview! Merchants debut their holiday cheer by inviting the community to delight in an evening filled with the sights, sounds and anticipation of the holidays.

Stores don beautiful decorations, provide entertainment and offer delicious refreshments. Strolling carolers add a ...special charm to the downtown streets. Santa will arrive to his station on Third Street & Broadway — a perfect opportunity for a visit and a photo.

Santa Visits! Arriving in a horse-drawn carriage, Santa will visit children at his station at Third & Broadway from 4:30-7:30pm. Youngsters can stop by for a visit, a special gift and a photo opportunity

Live entertainment in the streets:
The “hardest working band in snow business”, The Yule Logs!
Sounds of the Valley women’s chorus
Children’s Choir of Chico
The Bidwell Generals Men's Chorus

Horse-drawn carriage rides throughout scenic Downtown Chico
Downtown trolley running between Creekside Cellars & corner of 2nd & Main Street for those wishing to park in the Creekside Cellars parking lot!