Special Report The holidays are different this year, but these destinations are keeping spirits bright. By Aidin Vaziri | Updated: Dec. 18, 2020 2:34 PM 2020 may be unlike any other, but these illuminating destinations and lavishly decorated attractions keep the spirit of the holidays alive in the Bay Area. Enjoy safely! Union Square Christmas Tree The 80-foot-tall artificial Christmas tree, located across the glowing jewelbox that is Macy's, illuminates the heart of the city with tens of thousands of lights. The annual lighting ceremony usually happens with a big party on Black Friday, the first big shopping day of the holiday season. Those celebrations in the past featured live performances by stars like John Legend and Aloe Blacc as well as local acts. This year, there were no crowds but the tree still shines for the city.