Join the fun at five Christmas markets and fairs taking place in the Bay Area for the 2019 holiday season:
Weihnachtsmarkt: The German International School of Silicon Valley’s seventh annual German Holiday Market features seasonal German foods and libations, a petting zoo, craft vendors, a train for kids and musical entertainment. Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mountain View City Hall Plaza. https://bayareane.ws/GermanMarket
It’s Natale in Bay Area: A traditional Italian market with entertainment and food vendors features plenty of gift ideas, including baked goods, chocolate, jams, olive oil, wine, books and crafts. Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mitchell Park Community Center, Palo Alto. Tickets $3 in advance, $5 at the door. www.bayareaitalianevents.com
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair: A recreation of Victorian London at Christmastime, with music halls, pubs, theaters and shops is populated by people in period garb living the world of “A Christmas Carol” and “Oliver Twist.” Nov. 23-Dec. 22, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets $32 adults, $14 kids 5-12. Cow Palace, Daly City. https://dickensfair.com
Christmas in the Park: Hundreds of illuminated Christmas trees and holiday-themed displays, along with nightly entertainment, including an opening-night parade and a tree-lighting ceremony every night. Nov. 29-Jan. 5, Plaza de Cesar Chavez, San Jose. www.christmasinthepark.com
San Jose Holiday Craft Fair: A large-scale craft fair featuring more than 275 makers, designers and artists. Dec. 14-15, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. San Jose McEnery Convention Center South Hall. www.sanjosemade.com