November 2026
Enjoy the best events, festivals, and fun things to do around Puget Sound—including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellevue.
November 1, 2026 (6:30 p.m., VIP 5:30)
Downtown (0.4 miles SW)
Taste America: Seattle is a $157 walk-around tasting featuring a dozen chefs plus beverage stations, which supports the James Beard Foundation at Four Seasons Hotel, 99 Union St. in Seattle.
November 1, 2026
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the women of Seattle Reign play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
| Date | |||
| Nov. 1 | 2:00 PM | Orlando Pride | |
November 1, 2026
Federal Way (27 miles S)
Wild Waves has two options on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 36201 Enchanted Pkwy S in Federal Way. Children younger than age 18 must be with an adult age 21+.
November 1, 2026 (3 p.m.)
Tacoma (34 miles S)
Celebrate Halloween with a “steampunk concert” when a string quartet performs Concert IV: Quoth the Raven at Dystopian State Brewing Co., 611 S Baker St. in Tacoma.
November 1, 2026
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Shop from 250 vendors of vintage and modern toys, comics, and collectibles at the Washington State Toy Show at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Admission costs less after 10 a.m. Children age 12 and younger are free. Held in May and November.
November 1 - 3, 2026
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
National Geographic Live presents scientists, photographers, filmmakers, and adventurers live on stage with amazing photos and video at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. in Seattle. November is about vampire animals like mosquitoes and bats.
November 1 - 7, 2026
Seattle & Tacoma
Honor the dearly departed during the Latin American celebration Día de los Muertos. Events may include elaborate altars, food, costumes, and entertainment.
November 1 - 7, 2026
Georgetown (4.1 miles S)
Georgetown Morgue is recommended for age 12+ and is located at 5000 E. Marginal Way S. Do not wear a costume or take flash photos. Free parking. Closed Monday to Wednesday.
November 2 - Dec. 25, 2026
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seahawks play an exciting home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
November 4, 2026 - April 3, 2027
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Watch Seattle Kraken play a home game on the ice at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle. September games are preseason.
November 5 - 9, 2026
SeaTac (15 miles S)
Take professional workshops and enjoy DJ dances at Sea to Sky Seattle at DoubleTree Hotel Seattle Airport, 18740 International Blvd. in SeaTac.
November 6, 2026
SoDo (2.6 miles S)
Pour features 22 urban wineries, live music, and food for sale at Club Sur, 2901 1st Ave. S in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
November 6 - 8, 2026
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
See feature-length films and short films during Seattle Turkish Film Festival (STFF) at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle. The gala party is usually on Saturday.
November 6 - 8, 2026
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Best of the Northwest Art and Fine Craft Show, Fall has 115 artists displaying jewelry, clothing, paintings, glass art, and sculptures plus food trucks at Hangar 30 in Magnuson Park. No pets. Children age 12 and younger are free. Friday morning costs more and is for age 21+. Repeats in May.
November 6 - 8, 2026
Kingston (29 miles NW via ferry)
The Port Gamble Ghost Conference features paranormal investigations, guest speakers, classes, and ghost tours in the historic town of Port Gamble, beginning at Port Gamble Theater, View Drive NE in Poulsbo. Pre-register.
November 7, 2026 (4 to 9 p.m.)
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
Oyster New Year serves 25 varieties of oysters, with a seafood and desserts buffet, wine, beer, spirits, and DJ music on Pier 56 at Elliott’s Oyster House, 1201 Alaskan Way in Seattle for age 21+.
November 7, 2026
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Celebrate “the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance” at Diwali: Lights of India, with classical and folk dances, henna and face painting, Indian food, an art gallery, and craft making at Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Schedule.
November 7, 2026
Capitol Hill (1.8 miles NE)
Eat pierogi, sausage, cabbage rolls, borscht, beer, coffee, and pastries downstairs (or buy food to go), and then browse Polish crafts for sale upstairs at the Polish Fall Bazaar at the Polish Cultural Center, 1714 18th Ave. in Seattle.
November 7, 2026
Beacon Hill (2.1 miles SE)
Green Building Slam has 10 interesting lectures by innovative architects & builders lasting 10 minutes each, with light appetizers and networking in the Panoramic Center at Pacific Tower, 1200 12th Ave. S in Seattle. Doors open at 5 p.m.
November 7, 2026
Queen Anne (2.2 miles NW)
A ticket to Queen Anne Fall Wine Walk includes a glass and 12 tasting tickets to use at local merchants. No pets or children. The starting location is Bethany Presbyterian Church, 1818 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
November 7, 2026
Georgetown (4.8 miles S)
Short Run Comix Festival showcases makers of books, zines, comics, and animation in Seattle Design Center, 5701 6th Ave. S in Seattle.
November 7, 2026
Pinehurst (7.9 miles N)
Heather Tartan Ball & Silent Auction is an evening of Scottish music, dancing, a silent auction, meat pies for sale, and a no-host bar at the Latvian Community Center, 11710 3rd Ave. NE in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
November 7, 2026
Georgetown (8 miles S)
Dress up for Fashion in Flight, which has a live DJ, designer booths, and red-carpet photos before the show. Doors open at 6 p.m., the show begins at 7 p.m., and the after-party is 9 p.m. inside the Great Gallery at The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle for age 10+.
November 7, 2026 (2 to 7 p.m.)
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
Snohomish Brewfest includes a souvenir glass and seven tasting tickets, lots of producers (breweries, wineries, cideries, and distilleries), live music, football on screen, and Mexican food for sale at Thomas Family Farm, 9010 Marsh Road in Snohomish. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
November 7, 2026
Auburn (29 miles S)
The Veterans Parade & Observance includes veterans’ units, military vehicles, motorcycles, 20 marching bands, and floats moving along E Main St. (from E St. to A St.) in Auburn. See related events on their web page.
November 7, 2026 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Tacoma (34 miles S)
Meet dozens of comics creators, hear panel talks, play games, and browse dealer tables at Grit City Comic Show at the Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce St. in Tacoma.
November 7, 2026
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Sample local beers and ciders, and meet Northwest craft brewers in the beer garden at Brewallup Craft Beer Festival, which includes three live bands, a car show, and food trucks at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Bring age 21+ ID. Your ticket includes eight tastes, four ounces each.
November 7 - 8, 2026 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Shop for all things cat related from 100 vendors at Sea-Meow, with workshops, special guests, famous cats, cat performances, a costume contest, and cat adoptions in Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St. in Seattle.
November 7 - 8, 2026
Federal Way (26 miles S)
Fall Foliage Festival includes tours, plant vendors, a kids’ scavenger hunt, and a food truck (Sat. only) at Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, 2525 S 336th St. in Federal Way.
November 7 - 8, 2026
Spanaway (46 miles S)
Popular Spanaway Lake Craft Fair features 150 local vendors selling handmade items at Spanaway Lake High School, 1305 168th St. E in Spanaway.
November 7, 2026 - April 16, 2027
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Sounders play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
| Date | |||
| Nov. 7 | 4:00 PM | LAFC | |
November 8, 2026
Everett (29 miles N)
Seattle International Fashion Film Festival includes a red-carpet reception (3:30 p.m.), film screenings (4 p.m.), and awards (7 p.m.) at PUD Auditorium Theater, 2320 California St. in Everett.
November 10 - Dec. 27, 2026
Issaquah (17 miles E)
With incredible kindness, the people of Newfoundland welcomed thousands of airline passengers stranded for days when all flights were grounded on 9/11. Come from Away “is a musical that changes you, heals old wounds, and lifts the spirit” at Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N in Issaquah. Repeats later in Everett.
November 11, 2026
multiple locations
November 11, 2026
All state parks
Discover Pass Free Days include Veterans Day, when you can freely explore Washington State Parks. All 145 parks welcome leashed dogs except these seven.
November 11, 2026
All national parks
Enjoy Free Entrance Days in the National Parks on Veterans Day if you are a U.S. citizen or resident. Expect more visitors than usual.
November 12 - 14, 2026
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival offers workshops, seminars, and fabric & supply vendors in the Showplex Building at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Free parking.
November 13 - 15, 2026
SoDo (1.5 miles S)
See 300 of the latest cars and trucks, including electric and hybrid, and take test drives at Seattle International Auto Show at Lumen Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
November 13 - 15, 2026
Poulsbo (22 miles NW via ferry)
Drive to 19 homes and studios of artists during Art in the Woods in picturesque Poulsbo. While you’re there, visit famous Sluys Poulsbo Bakery.
November 13 - 15, 2026
Vancouver (166 miles S)
In 1971, “Dan Cooper” paid cash to fly from Portland to Seattle, then hijacked the plane and parachuted out with the ransom. The DB Cooper Conference explores the case and relentless efforts to identify the hijacker at Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St. in Vancouver. Schedule.
November 14, 2026
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Shop from “80 local crafty food and beverage vendors” at $3 Gobble Up by Urban Craft Uprising in Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle. Examples of what you’ll find include sauces, teas, kitchenware, and food trucks. No pets. Held in June and November.
November 14, 2026 (5 to 8 p.m.)
Carnation (27 miles E)
A $245 ticket to Farmview Dinner typically includes a welcome cocktail and appetizer, plus “three expertly crafted farm-to-table courses” indoors at Carnation Farms, 28901 NE Carnation Farm Road in Carnation. FAQ.
November 14, 2026 (4 to 6 p.m.)
Enumclaw (43 miles SE)
A $48 ticket to Enumclaw Wine Walk includes a glass and 10 tasting tickets to redeem in downtown shops, where you’ll also find pop-up vendors and a DJ. Begin at 1705 Cole St. in Enumclaw. Bring age 21+ ID.
November 14 - 15, 2026
Stanwood (54 miles N)
Light the Forest is a self-guided tour of neon art and light installations among the trees at Pilchuk Glass School, 1201 316th St. NW in Stanwood. Optional workshops.
November 15 - 26, 2026
multiple locations
November 19 - 22, 2026
Georgetown (5.2 miles S)
Seattle Butoh Festival features dancers who paint their faces white and move their bodies in strange ways that range from playful to grotesque at Yaw Theater, 6520 5th Ave. S in Seattle. The Thursday cabaret is at Tashiro Kaplan Artist Lofts.
November 19, 2026 - Jan. 1, 2027
Downtown (0.2 miles SE)
See four displays made mostly of food at Gingerbread Village in Sheraton Grand Seattle, 1400 6th Ave. Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., extended to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Donation box. The theme changes each year.
November 20, 2026
Downtown (0.3 miles SE)
The Wine Festival features French-American business awards, networking, gourmet bites, and a curated wine tasting at Washington Athletic Club, 1325 6th Ave. in Seattle for age 21+.
November 20 - 22, 2026
location uncertain
Save yourself a flight to Japan and watch three sumo stars wrestle in six live matches during Sumo + Sushi for age 21+, with optional sushi, sake, and beer during intermissions.
November 20 - 22, 2026
Ballard (5.5 miles NW)
Julefest is a popular outdoor Christmas event with 10 Nordic food vendors, 40 craft booths, kids’ activities, musicians, and a beverage garden, plus access to the National Nordic Museum, 2655 NW Market St. in Seattle. Free for children younger than age 12. There usually is a night market for adults Friday evening.
November 20 - 22, 2026
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Renegade Craft Fair features 180 vendors of indie crafts plus a few food trucks inside Hangar 30 in Magnuson Park. Suggested donation. Repeats in June.
November 20 - Dec. 20, 2026
multiple locations
November 21, 2026 (7 to 10 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Your $55 ticket to Brewology includes a tasting glass and eight tasting tokens for beer, cider, or wine. Hear brewers talk about their craft, buy BBQ, and explore the museum after closing time at Pacific Science Center, 200 2nd Ave. N in Seattle for age 21+.
November 21, 2026 (6 to 10 p.m.)
Columbia City (5.5 miles SE)
Monthly Columbia City Night Market has 8 food trucks, 20 makers and vendors, live music, and a beer garden on 37th Avenue S. (from S. Ferdinand to S. Edmunds). Walk 10 minutes from Columbia City rail station to 4850 37th Ave. S in Seattle.
November 21, 2026 (2 to 5 p.m.)
Renton (13 miles SE)
A $50 ticket to Renton Wine Walk includes a souvenir glass and 10 tokens to sample wine in downtown businesses where you can meet the winemakers, beginning at Rain City Market, 700 S 3rd St. in Renton. Free parking. Family events.
November 21 - 22, 2026
Magnolia (6.6 miles NW)
Shop for clothing, jewelry, woodworking, drums, and art prints at United Indians Native Art Market in Discovery Park at Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way in Seattle.
November 21 - 22, 2026
Monroe (33 miles NE)
See unusual creations by 170 artists and crafters at Oddmall Emporium of the Weird, and visit the food trucks at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Free admission and parking. Held in March and November.
November 21 - Dec. 1, 2026
Downtown (0.3 miles SE)
Admire two dozen designer trees during the annual Festival of Trees Display in the main lobby and down the escalator at Fairmont Olympic Hotel, 411 University St. in Seattle. Teddy Bear Suite upstairs is also free to visit but has limited hours. An annual gala dinner is held in the ballroom.
November 21 - Dec. 24, 2026
Seattle Center (1.1 miles NW)
Seattle Christmas Market “combines colorful décor, gifts from 80 artisans, enticing food & drink (including beer & mulled wine), and family entertainment” in Fisher Pavilion and on the lawn at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Children age 6 and younger are free. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
November 21, 2026 - Jan. 10, 2027
Tulalip (36 miles N)
Tulalip Lights & Ice has 9.7 million lights on plants surrounding the casino entrance ponds and the Tulalip Amphitheater at 10400 34th Ave. NE in Tulalip. Ice skating, food for sale, and a beer garden. See Santa some nights.
November 26, 2026
multiple locations
November 26, 2026
multiple locations
Restaurants open for dining or takeout:
Grocers selling prepared meals:
November 27, 2026
Downtown (0.1 miles S)
Watch the Tree-Lighting Celebration in Westlake Park, 401 Pine St. in Seattle.
November 27 - 28, 2026
North Delridge (7.9 miles S)
Shop for fine art, native crafts, cards, jewelry, smoked salmon, and other food at the Native Art Market at Duwamish Longhouse, 4705 W Marginal Way SW in Seattle.
November 27 - 28, 2026 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
Browse 120 craft tables and shop from food trucks during Holly Jolly Holiday Market at Thomas Family Farm, 9010 Marsh Road in Snohomish. See Santa on Friday (1 to 3 p.m.).
November 27 - 29, 2026
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
GeekCraft Expo Seattle Holiday Market promises “gifts for the geeks on your holiday shopping list” handmade by 100 vendors in Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle. Friday tickets cost more. Children age 12 and younger are free.
November 27 - Dec. 23, 2026
Downtown (0.4 miles SW)
Audience suggestions add funny twists to the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim at An Improvised Christmas Carol at Unexpected Productions Improv, 1428 Post Alley in Seattle.
November 27 - Dec. 24, 2026 (7 p.m.)
Bellevue (10 miles E)
Snowflake Lane is a 25-minute outdoor show with music, lights, falling snow, dancers, and drummers on Bellevue Way between NE 4th & NE 8th. Arrive early to park and find a good viewing spot. Sections of Bellevue Way and NE 6th Street are closed (6 to 7:45 p.m.).
November 27 - Dec. 24, 2026
Leavenworth (117 miles E)
Lights twinkle on snow at Village of Lights, including the gazebo in Front Street Park, 820 Front St. in Leavenworth. The nearby Festhalle has gingerbread houses, kids’ crafts, and cocoa. See the schedule for Santa, carolers, and musicians. Lights on until 11 p.m.
November 27 - Dec. 27, 2026
Downtown (0.2 miles SE)
Dorothy flies over the rainbow with her dog to a magical kingdom in the original version of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, performed live at The 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave. in Seattle.
November 27 - Dec. 27, 2026
Downtown (0.4 miles E)
A Christmas Carol is Charles Dickens’ holiday classic about the amazing transformation of miserly Scrooge, performed by talented actors with surprising special effects at ACT Theatre, 700 Union St. in Seattle.
November 27 - Dec. 28, 2026
Stanwood (50 miles N)
See a million lights, beautiful displays, and costumed characters as you walk through The Lights of Christmas, 20800 Marine Drive in Stanwood. You can park at Joyland and Santa’s Village to take photos, buy snacks, and meet Santa (until he returns to the North Pole).
November 27 - Dec. 30, 2026
Issaquah (14 miles SE)
Visit Cougar Mountain Zoo when it’s decorated like the North Pole to welcome Santa with his reindeer and sleigh during the Issaquah Reindeer Festival at 19525 SE 54th St. in Issaquah. Santa’s last day is usually Dec. 23. Closed Dec. 24 & 25.
November 27, 2026 - Jan. 3, 2027
Tacoma (40 miles SW)
Bundle up to admire 1.5 million holiday lights and displays at Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo, 5400 N Pearl St. in Tacoma. Closed Dec. 24 & 25. Pay to bring your dog on some nights.
November 28, 2026
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Magic in the Market includes live reindeer, holiday choirs, Santa, kids’ crafts, an adult tasting event, and a 5 p.m. lighting ceremony with Can Can dancers at the Pike Place Market, 85 Pike St. in Seattle.
November 28, 2026 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Burien (12 miles S)
“Enjoy delightful and refreshing mimosa-inspired drinks while visiting local shops” on the Mimosa Walk in downtown Burien for age 21+. Check in at Discover Burien, 611 SW 152nd St. in Burien.
November 28, 2026 (3 p.m.)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Sounds of the Season features the Tacoma Concert Band playing “family friendly holiday music to kick off the holiday season” at Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway in Tacoma. Get free tickets for children age 18 and younger at the box office on a weekday. Tacoma Tree Lighting begins outside at 5 p.m.
November 28 - 29, 2026
Tacoma (37 miles S)
Festival of Trees offers “children’s activities, a gift shop, and visits with Santa, set against a dazzling backdrop of beautifully decorated trees and wreaths” at University of Puget Sound, 3326 N 11th Street in Tacoma. Donation.
November 28 - Dec. 20, 2026
North Bend (30 miles E)
Santa Limited is a two-hour ride that includes a gift from Santa, cookies and hot chocolate, and a kids’ craft activity, departing from Northwest Railway Museum, 205 E McClellan St. in North Bend. Buy your ticket online.
November 28 - Dec. 31, 2026
Bellevue (11 miles E)
Enjoy half a million colorful lights with displays at Garden d’Lights in Bellevue Botanical Garden, 12001 Main St. in Bellevue. You must buy timed tickets online. Children age 10 and younger are free. Parking is $5, or free at Wilburton Hill Park. Closed Dec. 25. Half-price days available.
November 29, 2026
Seattle Center (0.9 miles NW)
Join 15,000 people burning off Thanksgiving calories at the morning Seattle Marathon and Half Marathon, which begin on the north side of the Museum of Pop Culture, 325 5th Ave. N in Seattle.
November 30, 2026 (4 to 7 p.m.)
Downtown (0.1 miles N)
Vote for your favorite of 12 designer-decorated Christmas trees at Family Preview, with Santa, festive entertainment, and free arts & crafts for kids in the ballroom of The Westin Seattle, 1900 5th Ave. in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
Seattle, Renton, Kirkland
During the Christmas Ship Festival, ride on the main ship with the choir, or on a follow boat, or watch for free at a 20-minute onshore event (unless the performance is marked P for private in the schedule. Some onshore events have bonfires.
November 2026 (undated)
multiple locations
Watch a tree-lighting ceremony, often with music.
November 2026 (undated)
First Hill (0.5 miles SE)
New to the city? Meet fellow newcomers, learn about the city’s rich culture, and design the life you want to build during Seattle Welcome Day at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave. in Seattle. Food trucks are available at 6 p.m., and the program begins at 6:30 p.m.
November 2026 (undated)
First Hill (0.7 miles E)
Enjoy black, green, or herbal tea plus a tiered tray of sandwiches and sweets during the cozy Holiday Tea for all ages at Hotel Sorrento, 900 Madison St. in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
Capitol Hill (0.8 miles NE)
O-Jak Bridge Festival “weaves together Korean, Chinese, and Cambodian traditions alongside Taekwondo, ballet, and contemporary dance with 100 performers at Broadway Performance Hall, 1625 Broadway in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Winterfest features holiday lights, bands, carolers, comedy, dancers, model trains, vendors, and ice sculptures at Seattle Center. Scroll down their page to see the entertainment schedule. Holiday movies shown some evenings. (The outdoor Christmas Market is not free.)
November 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
With a laser-light show backdrop, The Ghosts of Christmas Eve features driving, thundering beats of guitars and electric violins played by Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
Eastlake (1.3 miles N)
Thanksgiving Day Cruise includes a buffet, a no-host bar, and a 2.5-hour narrated cruise of Lake Union and Lake Washington, departing from Waterways Cruises, 901 Fairview Ave. N in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
Watch films from an obscure country with a taste for dark humor at the Romanian Film Festival at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle. Some films are from Moldova. All films have English subtitles.
November 2026 (undated)
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
Cinema Italian Style screens 11 films in Italian with English subtitles at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
Central District (2 miles E)
Cranksgiving is a scavenger hunt on your bicycle for Thanksgiving food that you donate to a food bank, with prizes and an after party. Bring cash, a bag/pack, and a bike lock to Byrd Barr Place, 722 18th Ave. in Seattle. The ride itself is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
November 2026 (undated)
Central District (2.1 miles SE)
Japanese Culture Day Festival has food vendors, craft-making, sumo wrestling, a Japanese shop, and a tea ceremony at Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington, 1414 S Weller St. in Seattle. The theme changes each year.
November 2026 (undated)
Madison Park (2.4 miles NE)
The Benefit Dinner is a three-course vegetarian dinner sourced from local farmers to benefit Seattle farmers’ markets at Cafe Flora, 2901 E Madison St. in Seattle for age 21+.
November 2026 (undated)
SoDo (2.8 miles S)
See acrobatics, high-flying trapeze, contortions, and juggling to live music when the School of Acrobatics & New Circus Arts (SANCA) presents SANCA’s Annual Showcase Spectacular (SASS) for all ages at Emerald City Trapeze Arts, 2702 6th Ave. S in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
Magnolia (3.3 miles NW)
Battle of the Pinots includes a five-course gourmet dinner with Pinot Noir pairings at Palisade, 2601 W Marina Place in Seattle for age 21+. Tax and tip included.
November 2026 (undated)
Fremont (3.3 miles N)
Tech Powered by Women is a panel discussion with female tech leaders about “sharing insights on mentorship, career growth, and empowering the next wave of talent,” plus a networking happy hour with light appetizers and drinks in the event space called Stone Way Auto, 3621 Stone Way N in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
University District (3.9 miles NE)
Watch the Washington Huskies play an exciting exhibition game with the UNLV Rebels in Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion, 3870 Montlake Blvd. NE in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
University District (4 miles NE)
Watch the University of Washington Huskies play an exciting home game at Husky Stadium, 3800 Montlake Blvd. NE in Seattle.
| Date | |||
| Nov. 7 | TBD | Penn State | |
| Nov. 14 | TBD | @ | Michigan State |
| Nov. 21 | TBD | Indiana | |
| Nov. 28 | TBD | @ | Oregon |
November 2026 (undated)
Phinney Ridge (4.1 miles N)
WildLanterns features “large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns representing wild places from around the globe” including bugs, lions, pandas, parrots, and dragons, with snacks for sale and a performance in the entrance building at Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
University District (4.4 miles NE)
Dozens of Seattle musicians play songs from the best rock & roll movie ever made at the charity event Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz at Neptune Theatre, 1303 NE 45th St. in Seattle for all ages.
November 2026 (undated)
Phinney Ridge (5.1 miles N)
Enjoy “10 tastes from 30 breweries and cideries” plus pub snacks and music at Winter Beer Taste at Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle for age 21+. No pets. Held in summer & fall.
November 2026 (undated)
Riverview (6 miles S)
“Discover a celestial pathway of lustrous light, cosmic visions, and astral song” at Astra Lumina, a pricey walk with special-effects lighting and sound in Seattle Chinese Garden at South Seattle College, 6000 16th Ave. SW in Seattle.
November 2026 (undated)
Bellevue (10 miles SE)
Newport Ski Swap is a huge consignment sale that includes skis, snowboards, snowshoes, and winter clothing at Newport High School, 4333 Factoria Blvd. SE in Bellevue. Some entry times can be reserved. The first hour on Saturday is not free.
November 2026 (undated)
Shoreline (11 miles N)
ShoreLights is “a dazzling showcase of light” covering art installations and trees in the Park at Town Center, 17550 Aurora Ave. N in Shoreline. Closes 9 p.m. Free parking.
November 2026 (undated)
Redmond (16 miles NE)
Songea’s Kids Soiree includes a reception with wine and hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dessert, silent and live auctions, and stories about kids being helped in Tanzania at Archer Hotel, 7200 164th Ave. NE in Redmond.
November 2026 (undated)
Renton (19 miles SE)
Taste local wines and eat “sumptuous appetizers and desserts” at Hope for Housing, with live music and a silent auction for charity at St. Stephen the Martyr, 13055 SE 192nd St. in Renton.
November 2026 (undated)
Mill Creek (23 miles N)
Veterans Day Commemorative Ceremony begins at 9 a.m. with a raising of the colors and a presentation in Library Park. A one-hour Veterans Day Parade at 11 a.m. features “military and high school bands, color guards, vintage & military vehicles, and community organizations” going from Mill Creek Town Center to City Hall. The parade begins at L.A. Fitness, 15024 Main St. in Mill Creek.
November 2026 (undated)
Auburn (29 miles S)
See a dozen Christmas trees decorated by local businesses during Festival of Trees at White River Valley Museum, 918 H St. SE in Auburn.
November 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
The Tacoma Tree Lighting includes Santa, free refreshments, and music by a brass quartet at Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway in Tacoma. The ceremony begins at 5 p.m., and the lights go on at 6 p.m.
November 2026 (undated)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Puyallup Flat Track features motorcycles and quads racing on an indoor track at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Enter at the green gate. Children age 5 and younger are free. Schedule.
November 2026 (undated)
Gig Harbor (42 miles SW)
“Enjoy an evening of mouthwatering sweet and savory creations prepared by local culinary talent and select curated libations” at Indulge. Your ticket includes a beverage, a buffet of bites, live music, games, an auction to benefit seniors, and admission to Gig Harbor Vintage Aero Museum, 1108 26th Ave. NW in Gig Harbor.
November 2026 (undated)
Spanaway (43 miles S)
Buy a ticket online, and then drive two miles past “300 illuminated holiday displays” while you hear holiday music on radio station 1700 AM at Fantasy Lights in Spanaway Park, 14905 Bresemann Blvd. S in Spanaway. Cheapest after Christmas. Credit cards only.
November 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (44 miles S)
Walk through two miles of animated displays with food trucks at Fantasy Lights Walk in Spanaway Park, 14905 Bresemann Blvd. S in Spanaway. Pay online per person plus parking at nearby Sprinker Recreation Center, 521 Military Road S in Tacoma. Children age 3 and younger are free.
November 2026 (undated)
Chehalis (89 miles S)
Take a “75-minute round trip to the North Pole” on the Polar Express Train Ride, which includes cocoa, cookies, a sleigh bell, a reading of The Polar Express, and a visit from Santa, departing from Chehalis-Central Railroad & Museum, 1101 SW Sylvenus St. in Chehalis.
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