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Here's your plan for enjoying holiday lights at Filoli and a cozy dinner in Palo Alto. Watch the video 👇

Head to Filoli for holiday lights, then grab dinner nearby. 


Holiday Evening in Palo Alto 

Visit the Filoli Historic House & Garden in Redwood City for a mesmerizing holiday light show and warm drinks at the bar.

Holiday Light Show

⭐️ Filoli, also known as the Bourn-Roth Estate, is a 16-acre garden surrounded by a 654 acre estate. Every year, they deck it out in holiday lights! 

✅ Before you go 
• Buy $42 entry tickets here: https://filoli.org/events/holidays/

🚗Transportation:
• About an hour south of SF  

💪Pro tips: 
• Start out by walking through the house when the sun is setting
• Then go around the back through the famous light tunnel and explore all the gardens
• End with a hot drink at the bar & fire pits to warm up. We loved the spiked cider and mulled wine, and they have non-alcoholic options too

Explore Filoli Gardens 

Enjoy iconic Israeli dishes at Oren's Hummus in Downtown Palo Alto, ideally paired with a walk around the vibrant neighborhood.

Fine Dining

🚗Transportation:
• 15 min drive from Filoli 

💪Pro tips: 
• Oren’s is an iconic Israeli restaurant known for its hummus bowls. You can’t go wrong with any of their hummus - it’s great for sharing
• Recommendations: Sabich Hummus, Classic Hummus, Falafel, and Malabi for dessert. 
• We walked around and explored Downtown Palo Alto afterward as well

Get dinner at Oren’s Hummus in Downtown Palo Alto

Here's your Nudge plan for a perfect evening at

a holiday light show and dinner in Palo Alto.

First head to Woodside, just south of San Francisco to the Filoli Gardens.

It's a sprawling historic estate with extensive grounds and each

year they put on an extensive and stunning light show.

First, head into the mansion itself before the sun sets,

you will be greeted by gorgeous holiday decorations, dozens of Christmas trees,

we walked around the backside and found so much more. Walk through the

light tunnel and be amazed by the stunning light show wrapping around you.

Then explore the grounds, passing by many water features,

lighting tricks and even a few installations.

it was time to head to the bar where they

had cozy fire pits and warm drinks waiting for us.

We grab some hot cider and mulled wine and took them by the heaters.

Then head on over to Palo Alto to grab dinner.

We suggest Oren's Hummus right in downtown Palo Alto.

It's a fantastic local spot where we shared some hearty Middle Eastern food

to round up the night. Share this plan with your friends and make a night of it soon! 

Here's your plan for enjoying live reggae music, dancing, and relaxing in Golden Gate Park. Watch the video 👇

Get ready for chill vibes and great music at this awesome weekly event! 

Crucial Reggae Sundays

Enjoy live reggae music and lively vibes every Sunday afternoon at the Music Concourse in Golden Gate Park, perfect for relaxing and people-watching.

Live Reggae Concert


✅ Before you go
• Check out the event organizer’s page on EventBrite to get tickets for the event. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/crucial-reggae-sundays-free-weekly-reggae-concert-in-golden-gate-park-2026-tickets-1984161884609?aff=ebdsoporgprofile


💪 Pro tips
• If driving, park at the south parking garage by the Academy of Sciences to be right by the event.

Arrive at Music Concourse 

Music and great vibes on a Sunday afternoon.

That's what you can expect when you come out to Crucial Reggae Sundays.

Located between the De Young Museum and the Academy of Sciences,

Crucial Reggae Sundays is a free weekly show

at the Music Concourse of Golden Gate Park.

people were enjoying the beautiful weather,

and jamming out to the great music that was being played.

and that's exactly what happens when this event takes place.

and joy being felt through the tunes that the DJs were playing.

It was incredible to hear all the great music being played,

while being in one of the most beautiful parts of the city.

and take in all the great views around this part of the Golden Gate Park.

If you're looking for a fun and free activity to do on a Sunday afternoon,

then you have to check out Crucial Reggae Sundays.

Here's your plan for a guided wine and art walk with scenic vineyard views at Donum Estate. Watch the video 👇

Sip award-winning Pinot Noir and Chardonnay while exploring Donum Estate’s Carneros Experience, a guided wine and art walk overlooking extraordinary outdoor monumental art and breathtaking vineyard views through one of Sonomas most unique properties. 

Scenic Wine + Art Walk in Sonoma 🍷

Experience a guided wine and art walk at Donum Estate, tasting acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay while exploring stunning sculptures and vineyard views in Sonoma's Carneros region.

Wine Tasting & Art Walk

✅ Before you go
• Reservations are required. Book the Carneros Experience here: https://www.exploretock.com/thedonumestate/
• Wear comfortable shoes. The experience takes place outdoors and involves walking through vineyards, gardens, and art installations spread across the estate.
• Arrive early. The estate’s thoughtfully designed arrival experience and outdoor sculpture collection are worth enjoying before your tour begins.

💪 Pro tips
• Book the first tour of the day for cooler temperatures, softer light, and fewer guests on the walking paths.
• Give yourself extra time. The sculptures are spread throughout the property, and you’ll want to linger at many of the installations and viewpoints.
• Ask questions about the artwork. Many pieces were commissioned specifically for the estate, and hearing the stories behind them adds another layer to the experience.
• Keep your camera ready. The combination of monumental sculptures, vineyard views, contemporary architecture, and wine country scenery makes Donum incredibly photogenic.
• Plan a leisurely lunch afterward. The Carneros region is home to excellent restaurants and wineries, making it easy to turn your visit into a full wine country day.
• Reserve well in advance. The most popular experiences and weekend time slots can fill up quickly, particularly during spring and fall.

Head to Donum Estate 

There's something magical about the rolling hills

of Carneros nestled between Napa and Sonoma,

especially when you think you've already experienced it all.

After countless tastings and vineyard visits over the years,

I honestly didn't expect to be surprised anymore

a guided walking tour through Donum’s culinary gardens,

rolling vineyards and monumental art installations,

all paired with thoughtfully selected Donum wines along.

Every detail feels curated to slow you down

and fully appreciate the land around you.

Donum exists at the intersection of land,

Their vision transformed the estate into one of the most

unique winery experiences in Sonoma through the Donum Collection,

a globally inspired collection of nearly 70

monumental artworks thoughtfully placed throughout the property.

The estate is regeneratively farmed and focuses.

Exclusively on single vineyard Pinot Noir

and Chardonnay sourced from Northern California's

it carries through each aspect of the property.

An unforgettable part is discovering the breathtaking

glass panorama pavilion tucked inside the hillside.

The Donum Estate is truly something special,

and winemaking come together to create something

greater than a typical tasting experience.

Here's your plan for savoring smash burgers with friends on a cozy, lively patio in Cole Valley. Watch the video 👇

Skip going straight home and grab smash burgers with friends on a cozy, dreamy patio.

SF’s Best Burger + Patio Vibes 🍔✨

Grab smash burgers and drinks with friends on Lovely's patio in Cole Valley—a perfect cozy post-work hangout with communal seating and a dreamy garden setting.

Eat Smash Burgers

✅ Before you go
• Lovely’s operates out of Woods bar. Each has different hours. Lovely’s is open Monday, Weds -Sat from 5pm - 9pm and Sunday, 1-5pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
• Order drinks from the counter and food at your table.
• Patio seating is communal so walk towards the back and ask the staff for seating. They’ll point you to available seats.

💪 Pro tips
• Try to arrive as close to opening to avoid the long food waits or risking it selling out for the night
• Lovely’s also offers Hot Dogs – worth a try!

Visit Lovely’s 

This is your sign to not go straight home after work.

text your friends and pull up to Lovely's in Cole Valley.

smashed burgers are easily some of the best in the city.

We got the Drive-Thru burger with cheese,

Add a cold drink and suddenly your random weeknight feels like a plan.

So save this for the next time you need an easy after work day.

Here's your plan for unwinding after work with arcade games and friendly competition. Watch the video 👇

Shake up your weeknight and ditch the stress with an arcade night—no waits, just games.

After Work Arcade🕹️👾 > Going Home 

Head to Emporium Arcade Bar in Alamo Square for classic arcade games, free pool, and a chill after-work vibe—arrive early for minimal waiting and more play time.

Arcade Gaming

✅ Before you go
• IDs +bag check are required to enter but the entrance itself is free
• Tokens are $0.25 each and yes, you can use a credit/debit card
• Most games cost anywhere between 2 - 4 tokens per person.
• Arrive before 6:30pm if you want less wait times and more play time 

💪 Pro tips
• Pool tables are free
• come on Tuesdays for Jeopardy night (7pm)
• If gaming isn’t your thing, there’s a full bar inside you can always chill at or watch a live game on the projector screens

1. Visit Emporium Arcade Bar 🕹️

Here's an easy way to shake up your weeknight routine.

Grab a friend and pull up to Emporium Arcade Bar.

We got there around 6 and basically had the whole place to ourselves.

No waiting and straight into the games —

which is how we ended up playing for 2 hours straight.

Just shutting our brains off and getting a little competitive.

So save this for when you need a real reset after work.