A timeless tradition and Christmas classic, the Nutcracker ballet takes to the stage each winter as we approach the holiday season. This is a great opportunity to tap into the thriving cultural and theatrical arts scene right here in San Francisco. Get tickets to see the San Francisco Ballet perform this well-known tale of magic and mischief. The show will be on stage at the Opera House December 12-29, 2014.

Get into the spirit of the season on Saturday, December 6th. The 24th annual Union Street Fantasy of Lights kicks off the Christmas season. Enjoy free entertainment and fun for the whole family. Dazzling lights, photos with Santa and more!

Get into the spirit of the season on Saturday, December 6th. The 24th annual Union Street Fantasy of Lights will kick off Christmastime in San Francisco. Come out and enjoy free entertainment and fun for the whole family. Located in the heart of the city, Union Street will sparkle with thousands of dazzling lights. Take a photo with Santa, see festive costumed characters, and hop on a horse-drawn carriage ride free of charge 3-5:30 p.m.

Watch vegan cooking demonstrations, listen to inspirational speakers, and enjoy educational activities at the San Francisco Green Festival. You'll also find a massive eco-friendly marketplace at the event, at Fort Mason from November 14 through 16.

Whether you are competing in the race or cheering on the participants, the US Half Marathon is one of the most popular San Francisco sporting events. The competition culminates with a free finish line festival at the Aquatic Park Waterfront.

Feinstein's is proud to host jazz/cabaret vocalist Linda Kosut on the night of Wednesday, October 15. Relax in an elegant atmosphere and experience an intimate performance by this award-winning singer - a mainstay of San Francisco music community.

Witness a dazzling display of fireworks in the crisp autumn weather over Pier 39 every Saturday night in October. Starting at 6PM, you can dance to DJ music at the Bay End of the Pier, and then enjoy a colorful fireworks extravaganza at 8:30PM.

Sip, savor and purchase over 100 hand-crafted liquors at the 2014 San Francisco Craft Spirits Festival. Taking place at Fort Mason on September 20 and 21, this celebration also features craft beers and live Brazilian entertainment.

Whether you're running in the 2014 San Francisco Giant Race on Sunday, September 7 or coming to lend your support, it's going to be one heck of day. There'll be a Half Marathon, 10K and 5K runs and a family relay race around the field at AT&T Park.

There's no finer place for retailers to find the finest items than the San Francisco International Gift Fair. Held at Moscone Center August 2-5, 2014, the annual event is divided up into such categories as Handcrafted, Design and, of course, Gifts.