Burlingame Bright: Lighting Up the Season

Celebrate the sparkle. Shop the heart of our community.

🌟Come for the lights. Stay for the magic

This year’s holiday lighting brings a warm, magical glow to Burlingame Avenue, welcoming neighbors, families, and visitors to stroll, shop, and dine beneath sparkling trees and festive displays.

• Tree canopies twinkle from California Drive to Primrose

• Holiday archways & window displays create Instagram-worthy stops

• Merchant-lit windows add charm and personality to every block

• Evening strolls encouraged—perfect for late-night shopping and cozy dinners

Light Up Burlingame Holiday Window Displays - Great Gift Giving Ideas, Too!

Be sure to visit and enjoy the creativity of our merchants participating in the Light Up Burlingame Holiday Display Window Contest, featuring:

5 Little Monkeys • Blooming Vase • Caffè Central • Classic Kids Photography • Crepevine • Gigglemugs • Morning Glory Boutique • Penflora Designs • Solo Bambini

Each storefront offers its own festive interpretation—perfect for a holiday stroll, family photos, and seasonal inspiration. Don’t forget to vote on Instagram for your favorite display window in the People’s Choice Award!

The Green Business Award Nominations are now open. Merchants who have gone above and beyond in greening their business are recognized each year at the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce Annual Luncheon in January. Simply apply by sending a brief summary of the business' green actions to smichael@burlingame.org. This can highlight such activities as a new composting program, lighting retrofits, upgraded appliances, EV charging stations, waste reduction and more… Self-nominations are encouraged!