Here’s a list of family-friendly events happening in january 2025 in San Mateo County and nearby areas:

1. IlluminOdyssey - Fill your winter with wonder at an immersive, interactive light experience at CuriOdyssey. Running now through January 26!
2. Lunar New Year Good Luck Parade SF - Richmond District Lunar New Year Parade & Celebration Saturday, January 18 
3. SF Lunar New Year Flower Market Fair - The Flower Fair is the place to come to purchase fresh flowers, fruits, candies and brand new supplies for the home to begin the new lunar year. January 25-26, 2025
4. Pop up Chemistry (Redwood City) - Young scientists explore different aspects of chemistry! For ages 8-12. January 11 
5. San Mateo on Ice -Located in Central Park, San Mateo, this outdoor ice rink features 11,000 square feet of REAL ice. Through January 12 
6. Air Power Adventure (Hiller Aviation) - Experience the amazing power of Earth’s atmosphere in a spectacular science demonstration! Sunday, January 12
7. Glowfari at Oakland Zoo - An illuminated lantern exhibit featuring wildlife themes, running through January 26, 2025
8. Lunar New Year in San Mateo - This family-friendly event on B Street (between 1st and 2nd Ave) will showcase a Lion Dance performance from Lion Dance Me at noon, plus community booths with activities, red envelopes, and giveaways for kids from noon to 2pm. Saturday, January 25
9. Jazz on B Street - Join us for Jazz on B Street on Saturday, January 11th, as we welcome Swingatto, a dynamic Swing and Gypsy jazz trio, to Downtown San Mateo! Saturday, January 11 
10. Lunar New Year at Filoli   -  The festivities will include displays of Filoli’s collection of Chinese art and decor throughout the Historic House, Asian art talks, Ballroom performances, and more. Starting January 29.