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Holiday Activities in & Around Seattle
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items From Christmas tree lightings to art markets, here’s what to do this December in Seattle and Western Washington.
I’m sharing food, festival, musical, and more events for all ages. With a mix of free and ticketed local events, you’ll never be bored!
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Food & Beverage
This pop-up bar in the hotel lobby features seasonal drinks and bites. Runs December 5 - January 4 daily from 4pm to close.
Little Festive Lobby Bar at The Edgewater Hotel | Seattle
La Palmera hosts a Christmas pop-up at all of their locations featuring holiday dishes, drinks, and decor.
La Palmera Christmas Cantina | Seattle, Everett, Edmonds, & Mill Creek
Buy tickets early to this event on December 7 and 18. Experience Nutcracker holiday tea with live ballet performances from the Olympic Ballet Theatre.
Tickets: $150 for adults; $80 for children 12 and under
Tea en Pointe - a Nutcracker Experience | Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Enjoy a luxurious prix fixe dinner menu on December 24 and 25 at The George. Reserve your seat early!
Reservations: $95 for adults and $50 for children.
Christmas at the George | Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Waterways has several options from all-ages cruises to 21+ happy hour sailings and dinner cruises. Prices vary based on the event.
Waterways Holiday Cruises
Festivals, Events, & Art Markets
December 5-7 in Seattle Center. Browse handmade crafts at this annual makers market. All ages welcome and free entry.
21st Annual Urban Craft Uprising Winter Show | Seattle Center
Through February 28, see this Bavarian-style mountain town decorated for the holidays. Christmastown festivities run through December 24.
Tip: Visit on a weekday for fewer crowds and check the weather forecast while planning your trip, as this area...
Village of Lights: Christmastown | Leavenworth, Washington
This event runs through December 24 in Seattle Center and features food and merchandise vendors. Buy tickets ahead of time. Ticket prices range from $7 - $20+ depending on the day and time you select.
Seattle Christmas Market
Enjoy beautifully constructed gingerbread houses in this annual fundraiser to end Type 1 Diabetes. Entry to the village is free, but donations are suggested.
Gingerbread Village at the Sheraton Grand Seattle
This $10 festival and art market raises money for the Phinney Neighborhood Association. All ages welcome!
45th Annual PhinneyWood Winter Festival - December 5-7
Nightly through December 24, this free parade is fun for all ages. It can be crowded on weekends, so it’s best to go on a weeknight for fewer crowds.
Snowflake Lane - Bellevue
December 6 from 4-8 pm. Tree lighting at 6pm. This festival includes vendors and live music outdoors.
Hometown Holidays • West Seattle Junction Association
This free neighborhood event runs 4-9pm on December 11. Businesses will be open late and a few vendors will be at a night market.
Admiral Jubilee - December 11 | West Seattle