The Great Dickens Christmas Fair

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair transforms the Cow Palace into a bustling Victorian London street market, offering a unique immersive theater experience. You'll find hundreds of costumed characters, period shops, pubs, and stages featuring music, dance, and short plays. It's a chance to step back into 19th-century England, exploring a detailed recreation of Dickens' world. This annual holiday tradition runs on select weekends, with this particular Sunday, November 22, 2026, being an early opportunity to catch the festivities. The Cow Palace in Daly City, CA, provides a large indoor space for the sprawling fairgrounds, making it a comfortable destination for families and anyone interested in historical reenactments or holiday merriment.