San Jose Welcomes the DOCA Festival, a Holiday Light Display Inspired by Local Children's Creativity
The South Bay is aglow with festive lights as the new DOCA Festival officially kicked off its holiday season. For the first time this year, the festival features an immersive display of light and art that pays tribute to the creativity of local children.
Co-founders Wan Zhao and Yixin envisioned a unique experience that brings families together, inspired by their inner-children's imagination and curiosity. "The vision of DOCA Festival is very simple," Zhao said, "see the world through our inner-children." The festival features five acres of twinkling lights, six magical zones, and more than 40 handmade attractions designed with local kids' art.
An art contest held earlier this year brought together children's drawings that were later transformed into giant installations. "It's very magical to see that happen," Zhao said, "and see the kids' creativity shine." The festival team worked closely with the artists to bring their imaginative designs to life.
Visitors can explore a range of family-friendly experiences, from interactive light displays to festive zones and seasonal activities. With events planned throughout the holiday season, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
As another traditional holiday light display opens in the South Bay this weekend, the DOCA Festival promises to be a must-visit attraction for families looking for a unique and memorable experience. The festival's creators hope to inspire visitors to reconnect with their own inner child and create lasting memories with loved ones.
The South Bay is aglow with festive lights as the new DOCA Festival officially kicked off its holiday season. For the first time this year, the festival features an immersive display of light and art that pays tribute to the creativity of local children.
Co-founders Wan Zhao and Yixin envisioned a unique experience that brings families together, inspired by their inner-children's imagination and curiosity. "The vision of DOCA Festival is very simple," Zhao said, "see the world through our inner-children." The festival features five acres of twinkling lights, six magical zones, and more than 40 handmade attractions designed with local kids' art.
An art contest held earlier this year brought together children's drawings that were later transformed into giant installations. "It's very magical to see that happen," Zhao said, "and see the kids' creativity shine." The festival team worked closely with the artists to bring their imaginative designs to life.
Visitors can explore a range of family-friendly experiences, from interactive light displays to festive zones and seasonal activities. With events planned throughout the holiday season, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
As another traditional holiday light display opens in the South Bay this weekend, the DOCA Festival promises to be a must-visit attraction for families looking for a unique and memorable experience. The festival's creators hope to inspire visitors to reconnect with their own inner child and create lasting memories with loved ones.
! i was just thinking about how much my little sibling loves twinkly lights, this sounds like the perfect activity for them 
... wait what's the deal with these giant installations made from kids' drawings? are they like, super expensive to make or something 
and do you think it's weird that people are using their inner-child as a theme in a festival? i mean, isn't that just, like, basic psychology stuff 
... anyhoo, i need to check this out with my fam ASAP! 
. It's like, the festival is basically a big showcase of what kids imagine the world should be like 
. And I love how the co-founders Wan Zhao and Yixin are all about bringing back that sense of wonder and imagination. I mean, who doesn’t want to relive their childhood holiday magic? 
️ The whole thing just feels really heartwarming and fun, and I can see why it's going to be a must-visit for families this holiday season 
. It's just so heartwarming to see people bringing their imagination to life like that. And can you imagine seeing all those twinkling lights with your own family? 
It sounds like a real treat for the whole fam! I'm def gonna have to check it out with my crew 
this holiday season.
! I mean, can you even imagine bein' a part of somethin' so magical? It's like they're tellin' us to tap back into our own inner child and let our imagination run wild 
. And the creators of this festival are doin' just that, bringin' families together in a way that's all about spreadin' joy and makin' memories 
! The twinklin' lights and magical zones are callin' my name 
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. I mean, who better to get inspiration from than our little ones? It's so heartwarming to see their creativity shine through and bring some magic to the festival. And it's not just about the lights, the whole vibe of the place feels really special – all that twinkling stuff is like a big ol' hug 
. I'm gonna have to take the kiddos there this weekend, can't wait for us to make some memories together 
i mean who wouldn't want to see a childhood dream come true in person?! 
it's all about spreading joy and making memories with loved ones during the holiday season, which is exactly what this festival is all about