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Holiday Traditions at Filoli 2012 — “Let There Be Magic!”

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Visit the Café

Please note: The Café will be closed Friday, Nov. 23 and Saturday, Nov. 24 to prepare for evening events.


The Café is Open:
Sun. 11/25, 9:30 am–3:30 pm
Mon. 11/26, 9:30 am–3:30 pm
Tues. 11/27,
9:30 am–3:30 pm
Wed. 11/28,
11:00 am–3:30 pm
Thur. 11/29,
9:30 am–3:30 pm
Fri. 11/30, 11:00 am–3:30 pm
Sat. 12/1, 9:30 am–3:30 pm

Holiday Traditions After Event Sale
Visit Holiday Traditions After Event Sale to see dates and times for discounted items.

Friday, November 23 through Saturday, December 1
Each year the historic House and Visitor and Education Center are transformed into a magical showcase of holiday decorations, holiday merchandise, gifts and exceptional personal and household items. Come to enjoy a delicious meal and then be delighted by the sights and sounds of the themed decorations and musical groups while you shop. Guests leave this festive event feeling the spirit and joy of the holiday season.

Holiday Traditions approach to the HouseApproach to the House during Holiday Traditions at Filoli.

The Filoli mansion architect, Willis Polk was known for combining classical styles with “rustic” elements. So lives Mr. Polk’s vision for the theme of this year’s event, “Discover the Magic.” Included are new and old fantasy elements which will surprise and delight all ages. New fowl feathered friends have been located. Butterflies, nature and garden accents will be included in the merchandise and decorations. A modern–day wizard will charm the foyer Christmas trees, while old–fashioned garden gnomes will take their place as they would in a whimsical garden space.

The kickoff to the nine–day event is the popular Premier Access Shopping Evening, Friday, November 23rd. Be the first to take in the decorations and fun shopping in a relaxed atmosphere.

We are very happy and excited to announce a new band for the Saturday, November 24th Evening Dinner Party. Come join the Joe Sharino Band in the ballroom for concert style music, dancing and entertainment. In March of 2011, The Joe Sharino Band won their 17th Best Band Award from the 2011 Metro Magazine “Best of Silicon Valley Best of Readers 2011 Poll.” They are very charismatic and versatile, with the ability to energize their audience. There will be two delectable dinner buffet seatings, 6:30 and 8:00, in the Visitor and Education Center and Café. After dinner, return to the House for coffee and dessert and more time in the ballroom.

During the balance of the week, enjoy shopping in the House and popular Lunch Buffets in the Visitor and Education Center venue. Or take a break and rest your feet as the Café is also open for coffee and a sweet snack as well as hot soup and sandwiches.

We wrap up the 9th day of Holiday Traditions with our Children’s Luncheon. This event was sold out last year, so plan ahead for the date which includes fun food, a visit with Santa and children’s entertainment during the party in the Visitor Center, followed by musical entertainment in the House.

Clear your calendar, plan for fun with family and friends and “let there be magic.”

Filoli Ticket Purchase Policy.

Groups of 20 or more: Please call (650) 364-8300, extension 225 to make reservations.

During Holiday Traditions the Garden is closed to visitors. There is no room for strollers in the House, Visitor and Education Center or Garden Shop. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Tickets are non–refundable and non–exchangeable.

Premiere Access Shopping

Guests arrive for Première Access Shopping. By Marge Mitchell.

Première Access Shopping Evening
A Fitting Way To Begin The Holiday Season

Friday, November 23, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Enjoy the first opportunity to see this year’s decorations and to shop for holiday merchandise and gifts while enjoying piano music, hors d’oeuvres and white wine.

Please purchase your tickets by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, November 20.

$75 members; $85 non–members.

Evening Dinner Party

Guests enjoy their sumptuous meal during the Evening Dinner Party. By Marge Mitchell.

Evening Dinner Party — Beginning at 6:00 pm
An Elegant Evening Of Dining And Dancing

Saturday, November 24, 6:30 pm or 8:00 pm dinner seating
Enjoy a sumptuous dinner and elegant dance party (black tie optional) with the Joe Sharino Band (new to Filoli this year) as you swirl in the gorgeous Filoli Ballroom.

Your ticket includes admission to the evening Holiday Shopping Boutique, hors d’oeuvres, champagne, white wine, dinner and dessert. View the Evening Dinner Party menu.

Evening Dinner Party guests, you will receive a seating card with your tickets. If you plan to sit with others who are booking separately, please indicate this on your card and mail it back to Member Services.

Please purchase your tickets by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, November 20.

$135 members; $150 non–members.


6:00 pm–6:30 pm Champagne, white wine and hors d’oeuvres served in the House; Holiday Shopping Boutique
6:30 pmDinner in the Visitor and Education Center
8:00 pm–10:00 pmDessert and coffee served in the House; Holiday Shopping Boutique; band and dancing in the Ballroom
6:00 pm–8:00 pmChampagne, white wine and hors d’oeuvres served in the House; Holiday Shopping Boutique
6:30 pm–8:00 pmBand and dancing in the Ballroom
8:00 pmDinner in the Visitor and Education Center
9:30 pm–10:00 pmDessert and coffee served in the House; Holiday Shopping Boutique; band and dancing in the Ballroom
Daytime Holiday Shopping Boutique

Daytime Holiday Shopping Boutique

Saturday, November 24 through Saturday, December 1.
Times and prices vary.

Discover and shop in rooms filled with holiday décor, exquisite clothing and perfect gifts for family and friends as performers sing and play favorite seasonal melodies.

The Holiday Shopping Boutique will be open during the dates and times listed below.

Saturday, November 24, $30 members; $35 non–members.
Please note: The Café will be closed Saturday, November 24 to prepare for evening events.

Sunday, November 25, $30 members; $35 non–members.

Monday, November 26, $30 members; $35 non–members.

Tuesday, November 27, $25 members; $30 non–members.

Wednesday, November 28, $25 members; $30 non–members.

Thursday, November 29, $25 members; $30 non–members.

Friday, November 30, $25 members; $30 non–members.

Saturday, December 1, $25 members; $30 non–members.

Lunch Buffets

Lunch Buffet

Sunday, November 25 through Thursday, November 29. Times and prices vary.
Filoli’s sumptuous lunch buffet, served daily in the Visitor and Education Center from Sunday to Thursday, includes admission to the Holiday Shopping Boutique. View the Lunch Buffet menu.

If you are booking your own ticket but plan to sit with others who are booking separately, please call our office to let us know so that we can arrange to seat you together.

Sunday, November 25, $65 members; $75 non–members. Seatings at 11, 12:30 and 2.

Monday, November 26, $65 members; $75 non–members. Seatings at 11 and 1.

Tuesday, November 27, $60 members; $70 non–members. Seatings at 11 and 1.

Wednesday, November 28, $60 members; $70 non–members. Seatings at 11 and 1.
Please note: Holiday Shopping Boutique hours on Wednesday are 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Thursday, November 29, $60 members; $70 non–members. Seatings at 11 and 1.

A glimpse of the evening beauty

The front of the House is all lit up for evening visitors. By Darlene Hampton.

Evening Holiday Shopping Boutique

Tuesday, November 27 or Thursday, November 29, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
Make short work of your holiday list by selecting gifts from rooms filled with unique holiday merchandise. You will find something for the entire family. Filoli’s Pantry will be brimming with edible treats and the Kitchen holds unique cooking gadgets and culinary offerings.

Please note: The Filoli Café will be open only to serve Bistro in the Café ticket holders.

Tuesday, November 27, $25 members; $30 non–members.

Thursday, November 29, $25 members; $30 non–members.

curious and cuite owls adorn a tree

Fuzzy owls adorn the garlands in the Café. By Ned Gault.

Bistro in the Café

Tuesday, November 27 or Thursday, November 29, 5:00 pm or 6:30 pm.
Partake in delicious light fare before or after shopping for those one–of–a–kind gifts. Your Bistro ticket includes admission to the Evening Holiday Shopping Boutique from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the House. View the Bistro menu.

Tuesday, November 27, $50 members; $55 non–members.

Thursday, November 29, $50 members; $55 non–members.


Childrens Party at Holiday Traditions

Santa and Mrs. Claus greet young guests. By Darlene Hampton.

Children’s Luncheon

Saturday, December 1; seatings at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm.
Enjoy a lovely luncheon in the Visitor and Education Center designed specially with children in mind. Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet the children and fanciful entertainment will stir their imaginations. Intended for children ages five to ten who are accompanied by an adult. Children’s Luncheon tickets include admission to the Holiday Shopping Boutique in the House. View the menu.

Please note: highchairs are not permitted and booster seats are not available during the Children’s Luncheon; strollers are not permitted in the House or Visitor and Education Center due to limited space.

Saturday, December 1, $55 adult members; $65 adult non-members; $35 child.