Good morning, Chico.

Supporters of Bidwell Mansion have decorated the burned property fence with holiday garlands found in storage to revive a cherished local tradition.

The visitors center (Dec. 11) will reopen to update the public on recovery efforts while the general store sells ornaments to support future projects.

MONCA hosts the Chico Community Gingerbread House Contest & Showcase from Dec.

5 to Dec. 19, with a People’s Choice vote offering a $5 Chico Ice Rink coupon. Local judges will announce winners at a Dec. 20 celebration + participants can pick up their houses at the closing reception.

Local filmmaker Dustin Vaught will lead the final Chico Haunted Tours on Thursday, Dec.

11. The 90-minute walk will explore eerie downtown lore while raising funds for saving the El Rey Theater — a local effort that books all tours in advance.

Chico State's Senior Capstone Design Expo (featuring 55 student projects) runs Friday, Dec.

12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Colusa 100, where students will display projects including a low-cost drone payload and a robotic end effector for chores.

The City of Chico is inviting residents to share feedback at its three-day open house for the Downtown Revitalization Project — Monday’s session ended, and the event continues today and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. along Main Street and Broadway between First Street and Humboldt Road.

Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Bella's Sports Pub — Tickets required — Celebrate the season in your ugliest holiday sweater with games, prizes, and festive cheer.

Agora Holiday Market

3-7 p.m. — Almond Orchard — Affordable vendor spaces — A festive community market showcasing local artisans, handmade goods, and joyful holiday spirit.

SunSquabi Performance

7-10 p.m. — Lost on Main — 21+ entry — Experience a unique musical journey as SunSquabi lights up the stage in Chico.

Celebration Market Holiday Pop-Up

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lassen Cidery — Free entry — Explore local vendors, live music, and festive treats at this two-day holiday market.

Celebration Market

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lassen Cidery — Free entry — Shop local artisans and enjoy festive fun for the whole family at this holiday market.

Candlelight Christmas Carols Concert

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Chico Women’s Club — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a candlelit setting.

New Year's Eve with Slide Tackle

6-9 p.m. — The Commons Social Empourium — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Chico's ultimate party band to welcome the new year!