Published November 14, 2023

Discover the Magic of the Emerald City: Seattle's Top Holiday Activities!

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Written by Laina Treuhaft

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As the holiday season approaches, Seattle comes alive with festive spirit and a plethora of activities to enjoy. 

From dazzling light displays to unique shopping experiences and cozy winter escapes, the Emerald City offers something for everyone during this special time of year. 


We've put a list together of our favorite events you won't want to miss! There is something for everyone! Plan your Holidays now and let us know which you attend and what your new favorites are!


  1. Wild Lanterns (11/10/2023 – 01/14/2024)

  • An immersive experience featuring large scale animal and nature-scape lanterns

@Woodland Park Zoo - 5500 Phinney Avenue North, Seattle, Washington, 98103


  1. Miracle on 2nd (11/10/2023 – 12/25/2023)

  • A holiday pop-up, with cocktails.

@Rob Roy - 2332 2nd Avenue, Seattle, Washington, 98121


  1. A Carnival of Winter Wonder (11/16/2023 – 01/07/2024)

  • 10th Year Anniversary Edition: professional performers swing from the chandeliers into a show full of classic beauty and flirtatious artistry

@Can Can - 95 Pine Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. A Very Electric Christmas (11/16/2023 – 12/31/2023)

  • A magical and captivating tale of family, friendship, and hope

@Seattle Children's Theatre - 201 West Thomas Street, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. Festival of Trees (11/18/2023 – 11/30/2023)

  • View gorgeous designer holiday trees, benefitting Seattle Children's Hospital

@Fairmont Olympic Hotel - Seattle - 411 University Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. Julefest (11/18/2023 – 11/19/2023)

  • A traditional outdoor Christmas market as similarly seen in the Nordic region

@National Nordic Museum - 2655 Northwest Market Street, Seattle, Washington, 98107


  1. 29th Annual Gingerbread Village Celebration (11/21/2023 – 01/01/2024)

  • A classic local holiday tradition, back for its 28th year! Funds directly support JDRF.

@Sheraton Grand Seattle - 1400 6th Avenue, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. A Very Die Hard Christmas (11/22/2023 – 12/23/2023)

  • Yippie Ki Yay, it's a Christmas miracle! 

@Seattle Public Theater - 7312 West Green Lake Drive North, Seattle, Washington, 98103


  1. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® with Pacific Northwest Ballet (11/24/2023 – 12/27/2023)

  • Settle in for the holiday treat of the season.

@McCaw Hall - 321 Mercer Street, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. Seattle Center Winterfest  (11/24/2023 – 12/31/2023)

  • Sparkling lights, amusements, and spirited entertainment.

@Seattle Center - 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. A Christmas Carol  (11/24/2023 – 12/24/2023)

  • Charles Dickens’ enchanting tale of redemption and compassion

@ACT Theatre - 700 Union Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1.  November Native Art Market and Holiday Gift Fair  (24/2023 – 11/26/2023)

  • An annual Native Art Market

@Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center - 4705 West Marginal Way Southwest, Seattle, Washington, 98106


  1. Downtown Holiday Lights and Delights | Westlake Park (11/24/2023 – 01/09/2024)

  • Create holiday memories with holiday fun at Westlake Park.

        @Westlake Park - 401 Pine Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. A(n Improvised) Christmas Carol (11/24/2023 – 12/23/2023)

  • This literary classic merges with audience suggestions for an improvised show.

@Unexpected Productions - 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship Festival(11/24/2023 – 12/23/2023)

  • A Northwest Tradition for over 70 years

@Waterways around Seattle - Seattle, Washington


  1. Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (11/24/2023 – 01/01/2024)

  • Magical lights and a classic holiday tradition

@Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium - 5400 North Pearl Street, Tacoma, Washington, 98407


  1. Downtown Holiday Lights & Delights | Occidental Square (11/24/2023 – 11/24/2023)

  • Create holiday memories with holiday fun at Occidental Square.

@Occidental Square - 117 South Washington Street, Seattle, Washington, 98104


  1. Tree Lighting Celebration at Westlake Park (11/24/2023 – 11/24/2023)

  • Local live music, costumed characters and giveaways lead up to the main event: lighting the 45-foot holiday tree, followed by a spectacular fireworks show!

@Westlake Park - 401 Pine Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. Seattle Christmas Market (11/24/2023 – 12/24/2023)

  • Seattle's newest holiday tradition

@Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center - 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. Magic in the Market (11/25/2023 – 11/25/2023)

  • Seasonal activities, gift shopping, live busker music, and more

@Pike Place Market - Seattle, Washington


  1. White Christmas (11/25/2023 – 12/27/2023)

  • Based Upon the Paramount Pictures Film

@The 5th Avenue Theatre -1308 5th Avenue, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. A John Waters Christmas (11/28/2023 – 11/28/2023)

  • A combustion of Christmas kindling

@Neptune Theatre - 1303 Northeast 45th Street, Seattle, Washington, 98105


  1. The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition (12/01/2023 – 12/01/2023)

  • Holiday music will fill historic Pike Place Market to raise money for the Senior Center & Food Bank.

@Pike Place Market - Seattle, Washington


  1. Urban Craft Uprising (12/01/2023 – 12/03/2023)

  • The largest indie craft event in Seattle and the Pacific 

@Seattle Center Exhibition Hall - 301 Mercer Street, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. Land of the Sweets: The Burlesque Nutcracker (12/01/2023 – 12/28/2023)

  • Prepare to be enchanted by Land Of The Sweets like never before!

@The Triple Door - 216 Union Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. Giving Marketplace (12/01/2023 – 12/02/2023)

  • Support a good cause while shopping for everyone on your list.

@Bill & Melinda Gates Discovery Center - Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. A TREEmendous Holiday (12/01/2023 – 12/23/2023)

  • Seasonal favorites with the Pacific Northwest’s gayest sing-a-long.

@Benaroya Hall - 200 University Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. Winter Festival & Crafts Fair (12/02/2023 – 12/03/2023)

  • A joyous celebration of creativity

@Phinney Center - 6532 Phinney Avenue North, Seattle, Washington, 98103


  1. Holiday Chorus Concert  (12/06/2023 – 12/10/2023)

  • A holiday concert featuring the Seattle Opera Chorus

@Tagney Jones Hall at the Opera Center - 363 Mercer Street, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. MJ the Musical (12/07/2023 – 12/17/2023)

  • The music. The moves. The icon.

@The Paramount Theatre - 911 Pine Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. South Lake Union Winter Market (112/07/2023 – 12/08/2023)

  • Vendors will rotate each day—shop BOTH days and find new stuff each time.

@Outside of the Nitro Building - 2250 7th Avenue, Seattle, Washington, 98121


  1. Holiday Pops | Seattle Symphony (12/08/2023 – 12/10/2023)

  • Holiday favorites, traditional carols and plenty of yuletide cheer

@Benaroya Hall - 200 University Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. The Dina Martina Christmas Show (12/08/2023 – 12/24/2023)

  • A smart and hilarious evening of entertainment  

@ACT Theatre - 700 Union Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. Fleurs de Villes Noël (12/08/2023 – 12/17/2023)

  • A fresh floral celebration of the holiday season

@Pacific Place - 600 Pine Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. Pioneer Square Holiday Market (12/08/2023 – 12/09/2023)

  • Two-day holiday market in Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, featuring 40+ retail and food/drink vendors.

@Occidental Mall between Main and Jackson Streets - 3111 Occidental Avenue South, Seattle, Washington, 98134


  1. Ice Skating Rink in Occidental Square(12/08/2023 – 12/10/2023)

  • A pop-up outdoor rink welcoming skaters of all ages and skill levels.

@Occidental Square - 117 South Washington Street, Seattle, Washington, 98104


  1. Holiday Market at Wing Luke Museum (12/09/2023 – 12/09/2023)

  • Find holiday gifts and local creators at the Wing Luke Museum Community Hall

@Wing Luke Museum - 719 South King Street, Seattle, Washington, 9810


  1. Free Santa Photos + Market Shopping Gift(12/09/2023 – 12/09/2023)

  • A free holiday photo with Santa and one-of-a-kind shopping.

@Pike Place Market - Seattle, Washington


  1. Seattle SantaCon (12/09/2023 – 12/09/2023)

  • Santas en masse spreading cheer and goodwill, 21+

@Pike Place Market - Seattle, Washington


  1. Renegade Craft Fair (12/09/2023 – 12/10/2023)

  • Renegade Seattle returns for a festive marketplace at Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park.

@Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park - 6310 Northeast 74th Street, Seattle, Washington, 98115


  1. Seattle Restored Winter Market (12/09/2023 – 12/09/2023)

  • 24+ local vendors selling body care, home goods, new and thrifted clothing, jewelry, and art.

@Seattle Restored - 1503 5th Avenue, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. C-ID Santa(12/09/2023 – 12/09/2023)

  • Santa photos uniquely tied to the historic and nostalgic 

@Chinatown - International District community


  1. Jingle Bell Run (12/10/2023 – 12/10/2023)

  • The most festive holiday FUNdraising-RUN around!

@Green Lake Park - Aqua Theater - West Green Lake Way North, Seattle, Washington


  1. Holiday Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise (12/10/2023 – 12/23/2023)

  • Sip, dine, and take in the dazzling displays of holiday lights as you cruise. (12/10, 12/16, 12/19-23)

@Waterways Cruises and Events - 901 Fairview Avenue North, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. United Indians Native Art Market (12/15/2023 – 12/17/2023)

  • Showcasing Authentic Native American Art and Crafts

@Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center (Discovery Park) - 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle, Washington, 98199


  1. Winter Beer Fest (12/15/2023 – 12/16/2023)

  • A beer tasting tradition celebrating Washington craft beer, food, and entertainment.

@Hangar 30 - 7400 Sand Point Way Northeast, Seattle, Washington, 98115


  1. Crafty’s Handmade HoliDAYS (12/18/2023 – 12/22/2023)

  • A week filled with artist demos, holiday music, the best handmade gift shopping in Seattle, and more

@Pike Place Market MarketFront Pavilion - Seattle, Washington


  1. A Festival of Lessons & Carols (12/20/2023 – 12/20/2023)

  • The story of the Nativity told through reading, choral setting, and audience carols

@S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium (Benaroya Hall) - 200 University Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. Christmas Eve Dinner Cruise (12/24/2023 – 12/24/2023)

  • An unforgettable Christmas Eve celebration

@Waterways Cruises and Events - 901 Fairview Avenue North, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. Beethoven Symphony No. 9 (12/28/2023 – 12/30/2023)

  • A wonderful way to end the calendar year and look boldly to the year ahead.

@S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium (Benaroya Hall) - 200 University Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. T-Mobile New Year’s at the Needle (12/31/2023 – 12/31/2023)

  • Lighting up the night sky with fireworks and lights to ring in 2024

@Space Needle - 400 Broad Street, Seattle, Washington, 98109


  1. New Year’s Eve Concert, Countdown & Celebration with Seattle Symphony (12/31/2023 – 12/31/2023)

  • Following the concert, ring in 2024 with dancing, champagne, and revelry.

@Benaroya Hall - 200 University Street, Seattle, Washington, 98101


  1. New Year’s Eve Celebration With Seattle’s Own Heart (12/31/2023 – 12/31/2023)

  • Heart will perform with special guest Jason.

@Bonham's Led Zeppelin Evening Climate Pledge Arena - 334 1st Avenue North, Seattle, Washington, 98109




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