California Corner / Festivals, Feasts & Fairs

FERNDALE--Prepare to share the road with John Deere next Sunday, Dec. 20, when the Christmas Lighted Tractor Parade chugs down Main Street. Judging begins at 5:30 p.m.; the parade of imaginatively decorated tractors, trailers and wagons gets underway at 7 p.m. Free. (707) 786-4477.

TEMECULA--Old Town sheds its Western facade in favor of a London aura for “A Dickens Christmas.” On Saturday, Dec. 19, there will be school choirs, a children’s story time and Santa Claus noon-4 p.m. Next Sunday, Dec. 20, Santa returns noon-4 p.m. Free. (909) 694-6412.

SAN DIEGO--Boat owners will deck the hulls for the San Diego Harbor Parade of Lights today and Dec. 20. The parade sets sail at 6 p.m. from the southwest end of Shelter Island, moving northeast past Seaport Village to Ferry Landing, Coronado. Free to spectators. (619) 236-1212.

SAN FRANCISCO--Whether or not you’re a treasure hunter, Treasure Island could be worth a visit. Starting today, the former Navy base is the site of a weekly open market where antiques, collectibles, food and flowers can be mined from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. After nearly 50 years under military control, Treasure Island is being transferred to civilian use. Parking is $5. (415) 274-0660.

YOUNTVILLE--This mile-long community in the heart of Napa Valley continues its Festival of Lights nightly through New Year’s Eve. On Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 19-20, take the kids to Santa’s Castle, located in Vintage 1870 Wine Cellar, a 130-year-old former winery that now houses specialty shops. On Sunday, take an evening ride on a horse-drawn carriage to see the thousands of sparkling lights through town. Most activities are free. (707) 944-2451.