Things to Do
So much to do with so little time! Sound familiar? Living in Danville is a privilege, with a great downtown, an expanding east-side, neighboring San Ramon, Alamo, and Walnut Creek your options become endless. That’s where Danville Social can help with our curated topics around things to do, places to go, family fun, and more!
Happy Hour Spots Around Danville
Danville Harvest– 7 days/ week, 3:30-5 pm.
Crush’d-Happy Hour(Apertivo Hour) is from 3 pm-6 pm daily. Apertivo cocktails are all $12, and Small Bites on the menu are $9. They will be doing a flight discount soon!
El Nido– Every Tuesday, 12-2 PM and 4-6 PM.
Cocina Hermanas– Happy Hour, Tues-Sun, 4-5 PM.
Norms Place– Taco Tuesday each week, 3 pm-10 pm. Happy Hour Drinks, Tuesday-Friday from 3 pm-6 pm, and you get
Draft Beer, Well Liquor, House Glass Wines.
Peasant & the Pear– Happy Hour, Monday-Friday 2:30-5:30 PM. Martini Mondays-$5 Wheatley Vodka Martinis
Weekend Libations-$5 Mimosas and $5 Bloody Marys Saturday & Sunday until 2:00.Lunch specials are available on Sundays from 11 am to 3 pm.
Fat Maddies– Happy Hour Monday-Saturday, 3 pm-6 pm. All day Sunday!
Primos – Happy Hour, every day from 3 pm to 6 pm. Happy Hour menu.
The Growler– Happy Hour on Tuesdays, 4 pm-9 pm, and Wednesdays-Fridays, 3 pm-6 pm. Happy Hour Menu.
Mangia mi– Happy Hour every Monday-Thursday, 4 pm-6 pm.
Piatti– Happy Hour(Apertivo Hour), Monday-Friday, 3 pm-6 pm in the bar lounge & the courtyard.
Aracely Lounge– Happy Hour, Monday-Friday, 3 pm-6 pm.
Valentine’s Happenings for Couples and Singles
Whether you are with your loved one or single, divorced…we have a list of places to go for Valentine’s Day! Scroll down to the bottom to check out the Singles Happenings. Make sure to like and follow us on social media for updates on current events in and around Danville! #Danvillesocial
Best Neighborhood Christmas Lights Guide Around Danville
‘Tis The Season! Grab some hot cocoa and load the kids in the car to go see the Holiday Lights!
Tree Lighting Celebrations
We can’t think of a better way to kick off the holidays than at one of the area’s annual tree lighting ceremonies. Whether you live in Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton, or Livermore, we have you covered with what to expect at your hometown celebration. So gather friends, family, and neighbors and get your merry on. If you go, be sure to send us your photos or tag us on social media at @danvillesocial.
Tree Lighting Festivities, Todos Santos Plaza & 7th Concord Christmas Parade, Concord, 11/21, 6 pm- 8:30 pm. 11/22, 2:30 pm.
More info: here! They will have carriage rides, Mayor’s Sing-Along, and a special visit from Santa!
2nd Annual Tree Lighting Celebration, City Center, San Ramon, 11/21, 6 pm-7 pm.
More info: here! The countdown to Christmas starts in San Ramon! Head over to the City Center, where Pride & Joy, the Monte Vista High School Marching Band, San Ramon Voices, and Santa will help with the lighting of a magnificent 50-foot Mount Shasta Fir tree adorned with 14,000 lights and ornaments. Revelers can sip on hot cocoa and cider provided by Williams Sonoma while enjoying the evening’s festivities.
The Lighting of the Old Oak Tree, Danville Blvd., Danville, 11/28, 5 pm- 8 pm.
More info: here! Father Christmas and the Snow Angel make their annual trek to Danville to sprinkle magic dust on the Old Oak Tree and bring it to light. Kids of all ages will enjoy holiday tunes sung by local choral groups, and participating downtown businesses will have warm drinks and holiday refreshments sure to keep you cozy. It’s a magical evening perfect for families to enjoy together as well as a fun, seasonally inspired date night for grown-ups.
36th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, Dublin Civic Center, Dublin
More info: here! Seasonal entertainment, cookies and hot cocoa await guests at the annual Dublin Tree Lighting Ceremony. Featured guests include the Dublin High School Choir, the Youth Orchestra of Southern Alameda County and a sighting of Santa himself.
Pleasanton Hometown Holiday Celebration, Main Street, Downtown Pleasanton
More info: here! Everything is merry and bright along Main Street in Pleasanton when the annual Holiday Parade featuring seasonal-themed floats, marching bands, community groups and more heads down Main Street bringing holiday cheer to all. Following the parade, gather over at the Museum on Main (603 Main Street) for the Tree Lighting Ceremony (around 6:45 p.m.) where Mayor Jerry Thorne will light the tree. Guests will enjoy musical entertainment and an appearance by the man with the bag!
Holiday Sights and Sounds Parade, First Street, Livermore
More info: here! Watch as Downtown Livermore turns into a Winter Wonderland when 50 holiday-inspired floats take over First Street in Livermore. The parade culminates when Santa arrives from the North Pole just in time to help light the tree.
Alamo Tree Lighting, Oak Tree Plaza, Alamo
More info: here! Join host. the Alamo Rotary Club, for a special evening featuring school choirs, jazz bands, and a special visit from Santa Claus who will be ready to entertain little ones.
Garden of d’ Lights, Ruth Bancroft Garden & Nursery, Walnut Creek
More info: here! Whether you’re looking for a breath of fresh air, inspiration, or a fun day with loved ones, the Garden is the perfect getaway. Each season offers something new among the largest collection of succulents from around the world. Get lost in awe at the beauty of Ruth’s work, and walk away feeling refreshed and renewed. Bring your lunch or dinner along and make it a picnic! Read below to learn about our hours, admission fees, directions to the garden, and parking.
Macy’s Tree Lighting, Union Square, SF
More info: here! Performances are usually followed by the lighting of the tree! Every year, the Christmas tree is given to the city as a gift from Macy’s. This year’s reusable tree is 83 feet tall and will feature more than 30,000 lights and around 1,100 decorations. After the official ceremony, the tree will be lit each night through the end of the year.
Fall Festivities & Halloween Happenings
It’s that time of year! The leaves will start changing with the season. Even though the weather doesn’t feel like Fall, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy all of the Activities and Fun! Check out our list of Fall Fun and Pumpkin Patches!
Labor Day Weekend Happenings
There are a lot of ways to celebrate the end of Summer! Here’s our list of things to do this long weekend! Let’s not forget to honor all of the hard workers out there!
4th of July Celebrations
Independence Day is nearly here, and the Danville area has a number of exciting events you can go to – whether it’s for live music, yummy food, a fun parade, or to watch the fireworks at night
Last Minute Father’s Day Happenings
Acclaimed world-wide, Father’s Day is celebrated in America on the third week of every June. On this very special occasion we recognize all father figures. The people from our past and present raising, inspiring and supporting us. Whether ever-present coaches or quietly leading by example, they are our own personal heroes, someone we might strive to impress, or maybe the best tickle monsters and storytellers alive.
We are grateful for all that you do! Living in Danville means you have probably shuttled kids to several of the great parks in our town. Perhaps, you’re the Father who consistently wakes at the crack of dawn to get your All Stars to their games? Family friendly Danville is a haven for sports fanatics, musical concerts, art events and markets.
It is probably no coincidence that your children live here amongst some the highest rated schools in the nation. Maybe you chose to settle in Danville to raise your family, because your own father endowed you with an appreciation for the vibrant lifestyle of our Bay Area community?
Here are a few hotspots to celebrate Father’s Day:
Father’s Day Car Show at Blackhawk Museum
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, this event brings together auto enthusiasts, families, and the local community for a vibrant celebration of all things automotive.
Alameda County Fair
You won’t want to miss the Alameda County Fair!
Norm’s Place
Bring Dad to Norm’s for live music by Papa Joe & the New Deal from 8 PM-11 PM.
Father’s Day at Oakland Zoo
Watch some of our resident animal dads enjoy some special, and much deserved holiday enrichment during regular scheduled feedings.
The Growler Pub
Enjoy Brunch with Dad and a good beer!
Bridges
They have a Father’s Day Menu available here. Still accepting lunch and dinner reservations.
Danville Brewing Company
Take Dad out for some good food and beer!
Danville Harvest
Join them for a delicious Father’s Day Brunch. Check out the menu.
EB Parks
Does your dad love nature? Picnic tables, BBQ grills, landscaped outdoor swimming, complete with lifeguards and white sand at Cull Canyon Recreational Park. Sorry, no dogs.
Wente
Feel the rhythm of the street and the heartbeat of the city with CARNAVAL! The Bay Area’s premier Santana tribute band. These seasoned musicians capture the legendary sound, soul, and passion of Santana, delivering hits from the early years to today’s favorites. With authentic instrumentation and electrifying energy, CARNAVAL! Faithfully recreates the drive that has made Santana a rock music icon for over five decades!
Murrietas Well
How do we celebrate Dads? With some delicious wine, great company! Walk-ins welcome! Murrieta’s Well is an
unforgettable wine-tasting experience that awaits, just minutes from the bustling heart of downtown Livermore. Nestled near the South Bay and San Francisco, our historic estate stands as a beacon of luxury and beauty.
