Rally the corgi has sniffed out 2 Christmas events for kids in Castro Valley for 2026, both free at the Castro Valley Library on Norbridge Avenue. The Other Reindeer carolers perform on Saturday, December 12, and Santa stops by on Thursday, December 17 and again on Tuesday, December 22. We check every date on the host’s own website and link straight there. For the rest of the state, see our California Christmas events for kids guide.
What Rally found in Castro Valley
- 2 Christmas events for kids in Castro Valley, both free
- The Other Reindeer Carolers: Saturday, December 12, 2 pm and 3 pm
- Santa Visits the Library: December 17, 10:30 am, and December 22, 1 pm
- Everything is at the Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave
- Hosted by Alameda County Library
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The Other Reindeer Carolers
- When: Saturday, December 12, 2026, two 30-minute sets at 2 pm and 3 pm
- Where: Castro Valley Library, Chabot/Canyon room, 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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The Other Reindeer, a quartet of carolers in Dickensian costume who have sung twice on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, bring four-part holiday harmony to the Castro Valley Library.
Their set mixes classic carols with non-religious holiday songs and Hanukkah tunes, and the singers interact with the audience, which keeps younger kids engaged for the full half hour.
Parent tip: Two identical sets run back to back, so if the 2 pm show is packed, browse the children’s shelves and catch the 3 pm one.
- Host
- Alameda County Library, Castro Valley Library (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Castro Valley Library, Chabot/Canyon room, 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546 (opens in maps)
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Santa Visits the Library
- When: Thursday, December 17, 2026, 10:30 to 11:30 am, and Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 1 to 2 pm
- Where: Castro Valley Library, Chabot/Canyon room, 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: Babies, toddlers and kids
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Santa makes two stops at the Castro Valley Library this December, and families can come meet him, share holiday wishes and take a photo together.
The Thursday morning visit fits babies, toddlers and preschoolers before naps, while the Tuesday afternoon visit lands after school lets out for winter break.
Parent tip: Bring your own phone or camera for the photo, and have kids think of one wish ahead of time so the line keeps moving.
- Host
- Alameda County Library, Castro Valley Library (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Castro Valley Library, Chabot/Canyon room, 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546 (opens in maps)
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- On the host’s page, checked
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We check every event above on the host’s own page for the date, time and cost, plus the things parents ask about, like sign-ups and ages. Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our California Christmas train rides page.
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Plan your December
When each Castro Valley Christmas event for kids happens
Catch the carolers on a Saturday, then pick the Santa visit that fits your schedule: the Thursday morning slot for little ones or the Tuesday afternoon slot once winter break starts.
- The Other Reindeer CarolersCastro Valley · Dec 12
- Santa Visits the LibraryCastro Valley · Dec 17 to Dec 22
Looking further afield? Our California Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Hayward, Pleasanton, Oakland and Foster City. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
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Castro Valley Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask
What are the best Christmas events for kids in Castro Valley this year?
Rally Takes the Train has confirmed 2 Christmas events for kids in Castro Valley for 2026, both at the Castro Valley Library: The Other Reindeer Carolers and Santa Visits the Library.
When can kids see Santa in Castro Valley in 2026?
Santa visits the Castro Valley Library on Thursday, December 17, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 am, and on Tuesday, December 22, from 1 to 2 pm. Both visits are free.
When are The Other Reindeer carolers at the Castro Valley Library?
Saturday, December 12, 2026, with two 30-minute sets at 2 pm and 3 pm in the Chabot/Canyon room.
Do I need to register for the Castro Valley Library holiday events?
The library lists no registration for either event. Just drop in, and arrive a few minutes early for a seat.
Who do I contact about Castro Valley Library holiday events?
The Castro Valley Library at castrovalley@aclibrary.org or (510) 667-7900.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in California?
Yes. Santa trains and holiday train rides have their own guide: Rally Takes the Train’s California Christmas train rides page.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked Castro Valley on November 11, 2026. Rally is also contacting each organizer to confirm details like parking, restrooms and bad-weather plans.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.