Holiday Celebrations Across Golden Valley Health Centers’ Communities

The holiday season is here, and Golden Valley Health Centers is excited to highlight some of the festive events happening throughout the communities we serve. From Christmas parades to cultural celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars and get ready to spread some holiday cheer!

Merced

Hmong New Year
- December 20-22, 2024
- Merced County Fairgrounds, 900 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Merced, CA
- Celebrate the Hmong New Year with traditional music, dance, and vibrant cultural displays. This event is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the Hmong community’s rich heritage.
Merced Christmas Parade
- Saturday, December 7th at 2 PM
- Downtown Merced
- This year’s theme is “Cowboy Christmas!” Head downtown to see floats, festive displays, and some holiday cheer with a Western twist!

Modesto

Modesto Christmas Parade
- Saturday, December 7th at 5:30 PM
- Downtown Modesto
- Get ready to dance! The theme for this year is “Downtown Disco,” bringing some groove to the streets of Modesto. Watch for colorful floats, lights, and lots of sparkle!
Modesto Airport Neighborhood Holiday Parade
- Friday, December 6th at 5 PM
- Will start at Casa Cultural (202 S Santa Cruz Ave, Modesto, CA) and end at Orville Wright Elementary School.
- Social gathering will be held in the cafeteria following the parade.
Modesto Christmas Carnaval
- Saturday, December 7th at 12 PM
- Modesto Gospel Mission located at 1400 Yosemite Blvd.
- Free toys, food, music, raffles, and much more.
Christmas Posada
- Wednesday, December 4th at 6 PM
- 1700 Crows Landing Rd., Modesto, CA
- Join us for hot chocolate, tamales, sweet breads, free toys, and a bag of food.

Ceres

Ceres Christmas Festival and Parade
- Saturday, December 7th at
- Festival Time: 4 PM – 6 PM at Ceres Community Center
- Parade Start: 7 PM, starting at the corner of Fowler and Moffett
- Join the fun at the Ceres Community Center before the parade kicks off in the evening. A fun and festive way to celebrate with family and friends!

Dos Palos

Dos Palos Christmas Parade
- Thursday, December 5th at 6 PM
- Starting at Blossom/Mitchell, heading east on Blossom to Center Ave, then north on Center to Scout Hut.

Le Grand

Christmas Carnival
- Friday, December 6th at 6 PM
- 13071 E. Le Grand Rd
- The festivities will kick off with the tree lighting at 6 pm, featuring our celebrity guest, Santa! Games, food, raffles and much more.

Los Banos

Los Banos Christmas Parade
- Saturday, December 7th at 6 PM
- Downtown 6th Street
- Enjoy a classic Christmas parade right in downtown Los Banos. Local floats, performers, and holiday decorations make this an event you won’t want to miss!

Manteca

Manteca Christmas Parade
- Saturday, December 7th at 5 PM
- Downtown Manteca
- Join Manteca for their annual Christmas parade with holiday-themed floats and plenty of festive spirit.

Patterson

Patterson Christmas Parade
- Saturday, December 7th at 6 PM
- Downtown Patterson
- Hosted by the Patterson-Westley Chamber of Commerce, this year’s theme is “Candy Coated Christmas.” Come enjoy the sweet sights and sounds of the season!

Planada

Planada Tree Lighting
- Saturday, November 30th, 6 PM – 8 PM
- Planada Community Center, 9168 Stanford Ave, Planada, CA 95365
- Enjoy treats, hot drinks, and Christmas music at this festive tree-lighting event.

Riverbank

Riverbank Christmas Parade
- Saturday, December 14th
- Craft Fair: 3 PM – 7 PM
- Parade: 5:30 PM, Downtown Riverbank
- This year’s theme is “Action Packed Christmas.” Enjoy the craft fair, holiday activities, and the parade as the town celebrates in style!

Turlock

Turlock Christmas Parade
- Friday, December 6th at 6:30 PM
- Downtown Turlock
- With the theme “A Neon Night,” this parade will light up Turlock with a dazzling display of lights and colors. Bring the family to see this unforgettable show of holiday spirit!
Christmas Eve Lunch
- Tuesday, December 24th at 11 AM
- Turlock Salvation Army located at 893 Lander Ave., Turlock, CA
- Join us to celebrate Christmas with a traditional turkey dinner. All are invited.

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Celebrando los Días Festivos en las Comunidades de Golden Valley Health Centers

La temporada navideña ya está aquí, y Golden Valley Health Centers se complace en destacar algunos de los eventos festivos que tomarán lugar en las comunidades a las que servimos. Desde desfiles de Navidad hasta celebraciones culturales, hay algo para todos. ¡Marquen sus calendarios y prepárate para compartir un poco de alegría navideña!