Seattle events November 2024
Day of the Dead
November 1 - 2, 2024
Seattle & Tacoma
Honor the dearly departed during the Latin American celebration “Día de los Muertos.” These events may include elaborate altars, costumes, food, and entertainment.
- Nov. 1 — Burien Community Center
- Nov. 2 — Phinney Center celebration FREE
- Ballard concert FREE
- Shoreline FREE
- Seattle Town Hall family event
- El Centro de la Raza FREE
- Tacoma Art Museum FREE
Halloween show
November 1 - 2, 2024
Downtown (0.3 miles S)
Can Can’s This is Halloween is an extravaganza of live orchestral music, cabaret, burlesque, and video projection inspired by Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas at The Triple Door, 216 Union St. in Seattle.
Haunted golf course
November 1 - 2, 2024
Mountlake Terrace (14 miles N)
Nile Nightmares is an outdoor walk plus indoor mazes at Nile Shrine Gold Center, 6601 244th St. SW in Mountlake Terrace. It has a food court and a beer garden, and is open Fri., Sat., Sun., plus Halloween. Recommended for age 12+ except less scary for kids on one special day. Escape room games cost extra.
Medieval haunted woods
November 1 - 2, 2024
Vaughn (58 miles SW)
My Haunted Forest “submerges you in a medieval alternate reality with dragons and other mythical beasts lurking in the woods” as you walk a one-mile trail at 17616 S Vaughn Road NW in Vaughn, Kitsap County. Family friendly until 7 p.m. Best to buy in advance. No flashlights. See schedule.
Poetry festival
November 1 - 3, 2024
Central District (1.4 miles E)
Cascadia Poetry Festival features writing workshops, panel discussions, and readings by a dozen poets at Spring Street Center, 1101 15th Ave. in Seattle.
Halloween at Wild Waves
November 1 - 3, 2024
Federal Way (27 miles S)
Wild Waves Fright Fest offers entertainment, rides in the dark, and haunted houses on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Family by Day activities, including Booville, are Saturday and Sunday (2 to 6 p.m.). Children younger than age 18 must be with an adult age 21+. Schedule.
Diwali festival of lights
November 2, 2024
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. FREE
Small publisher expo
November 2, 2024
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Short Run Comix & Arts Festival showcases makers of books, zines, comics, and animation in Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. FREE
Polish food & bazaar
November 2, 2024
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. FREE
Evening market
November 2, 2024
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Autumn Moon Night Market promises 15 food trucks, bars, 100 craft vendors, DJ music, a dance party, and performers at Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle for age 21+. Repeats in different months.
Scottish ball
November 2, 2024
Pinehurst (7.9 miles N)
Heather Tartan Ball & Silent Auction is an evening of Scottish music, dancing, a silent auction, and a no-host bar at the Latvian Community Center, 11710 3rd Ave. NE in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Motorcycle racing
November 2, 2024
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Puyallup Flat Track features motorcycles and quads racing on an indoor track for at the door of Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Children age 6 and younger are free.
Cat convention
November 2 - 3, 2024
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Shop for all things cat related from 70 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.
South End craft fair
November 2 - 3, 2024
Spanaway (46 miles S)
Popular Spanaway Lake High School Craft Fair features 150 local vendors selling handmade items at Spanaway Lake High School, 1305 168th St. E in Spanaway. Poster.
Husky football
November 2 - 16, 2024
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.
- Nov. 2 – USC Trojans
- Nov. 16 – UCLA Bruins
Free choir
November 3, 2024 (4:30 p.m.)
Capitol Hill (2.1 miles NE)
Saint Mark’s Evensong Choir performs its monthly Choral Evensong service in the cathedral nave at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1245 10th Ave. E in Seattle. FREE
Rock music festival
November 7 - 10, 2024
Ballard (5 miles NW)
With 120 performances, Freakout Festival “offers gritty guitars, hypnotic light shows, and tasty libations” at seven venues in Ballard. Two venues are free for all ages; the rest require tickets and age 21+ ID. The smaller Freakout Weekender happens each spring.
Art studio tour
November 8 - 10, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Poulsbo (22 miles NW via ferry)
Visit the homes and studios of dozens of artists during Art in the Woods in picturesque Poulsbo. While you’re there, visit famous Sluys Poulsbo Bakery.
Ghost Conference
November 8 - 10, 2024
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.
Whisky tasting
November 9, 2024 (6:45 p.m, VIP 6)
Downtown (0.6 miles SE)
Taste “some of the most prestigious single malt, premium Scotch whiskies and other unique whiskies from around the world” with light bites at Whiskies of the World at The Rainier Club, 820 4th Ave. in Seattle. Optional master class. Bring age 21+ ID.
Phinney beer tasting
November 9, 2024 (7 to 10 p.m.)
Phinney Ridge (5.1 miles N)
Enjoy “10 tastes from 30 breweries and cideries” plus pub snacks at Winter Beer Taste for age 21+ at Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. No pets. Held in summer & winter.
Snohomish beer tasting
November 9, 2024 (2 to 8 p.m.)
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
A ticket to Snohomish Brewfest includes a souvenir glass and seven tasting tickets, a selection of 20 local craft brewers, games, live music (4 to 7 p.m.), and “wine, water, soda, and food available for purchase” at Thomas Family Farm, 9010 Marsh Road in Snohomish. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
Veterans Day parade (south)
November 9, 2024
Auburn (29 miles S)
The Veterans Day Parade & Observance includes veterans’ units, military vehicles, motorcycles, 25 marching bands, and floats moving along E Main St. (from E St. to A St.). See related events on their web page. FREE
Geek girl convention
November 9 - 10, 2024
(0.3 miles E)
GeekGirlCon creates a community for women in science, technology, arts and literature, comics, and game design in The Conference Center at the Washington State Convention Center, 800 Pike St. in Seattle.
Hawaiian music festival
November 9 - 10, 2024
First Hill (0.5 miles SE)
Hear Hawaiian master musicians, admire tropical flowers, and shop for food and crafts at the annual Seattle Slack Key Festival on Sunday at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave. in Seattle. Doors open at noon.
Used snow gear
November 9 - 10, 2024
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. FREE except the first hour on Friday. Some entry times can be reserved.
Weird arts & crafts show
November 9 - 10, 2024
Monroe (33 miles NE)
See unusual creations by 100 artists and crafters at Oddmall Emporium of the Weird, and visit the food trucks at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Held in April and November. FREE
Veterans Day parade (north)
November 11, 2024
Mill Creek (21 miles N)
Veterans Day Commemorative Ceremony begins at 9 a.m. with a raising of the colors and a presentation in Library Park. Veterans Day Parade featuring “military and high school bands, color guards, vintage & military vehicles, and community organizations” begins at 11 a.m. near L.A. Fitness in Mill Creek Town Center, 15310 Main St. in Mill Creek. FREE
Free state park day
November 11, 2024
All state parks
Veterans Day is one of the State Parks Free Days, so you can spend it picnicking and playing at any of the 144 Washington State Parks. FREE
Free national park day
November 11, 2024
All national parks
Entry is free at Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks on Free Entrance Days in the National Parks, including Veteran’s Day. Expect more people and less parking than usual. FREE
Quilt & craft show
November 14 - 16, 2024
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. Coupon.
Food fair
November 15 - 16, 2024
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Shop from “80 local crafty food and beverage vendors” at Gobble Up, organized 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. FREE
Motocross
November 16, 2024 (7 p.m.)
Everett (28 miles N)
Endurocross combines the race format of motocross with the challenging obstacles of an enduro (rock beds, water crossings, tractor tires, telephone poles) at Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave. in Everett.
French wine tasting
November 22, 2024
Downtown (0.3 miles SE)
“Celebrate French-American relations” at the Wine Festival, which features “high-end wine and spirits, French food specialties, a wine wall, and a silent auction” at Fairmont Olympic Hotel, 411 University St. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Craft fair
November 23 - 24, 2024 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Renegade Craft Fair offers 180 craft vendors and some food trucks at Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle. Repeats in April. DONATION
Thanksgiving run/walk
November 23 & 28, 2024
multiple locations
- Nov. 23 Fairwood Turkey Trot in Renton
- Nov. 23 Tacky Turkey Sweater at Green Lake
- Nov. 28 Auburn Turkey Trot at Sunset Park
- Nov. 28 Gig Harbor Turkey Trot along the water
- Nov. 28 Green Lake Thanksgiving Day Apple Cup
- Nov. 28 Issaquah Turkey Trot in downtown Issaquah
- Nov. 28 Magnuson Park Thanksgiving Day
- Nov. 28 Montlake Turkey Trot in the arboretum
- Nov. 28 Norpoint Classic in Tacoma
- Nov. 28 Tacoma City Turkey Trot, Proctor District
- Nov. 28 Trailhead Trot at North Lake Union
Christmas trees downtown
November 23 - Dec. 4, 2024
Downtown (0.3 miles SE)
View 22 designer trees in a hotel lobby during the annual Festival of Trees Display at Fairmont Olympic Hotel, 411 University St. in Seattle. Also visit Teddy Bear Suite (except on Mondays). Both are FREE. The annual gala dinner and auction is $300.
Thanksgiving dinner
November 28, 2024
multiple locations
See restaurants offering special Thanksgiving menus or takeout.
Nutcracker ballet
November 28 - Dec. 28, 2024
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Pacific Northwest Ballet performs The Nutcracker by George Balanchine, with a live orchestra, magnificent sets and costumes, and a huge cast in McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St. at Seattle Center.
Tree lighting at Westlake Park
November 29, 2024
Downtown (0.1 miles S)
See a family-friendly Tree-Lighting Celebration in Westlake Park, 401 Pine St. in Seattle. FREE
- Pre-show carolers, drummers, and costumed characters.
- Tree lighting, star lighting, fireworks, and singing groups.
Free state park day
November 29, 2024
All state parks
On State Parks Free Days, you can picnic and play at any of the 144 Washington State Parks. FREE
Snohomish holiday market
November 29 - 30, 2024 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
Browse 90 craft tables and shop from food trucks during Holly Jolly Holiday Market at Thomas Family Farm, 9010 Marsh Road in Snohomish. Santa attends on Saturday. FREE
Nerdy holiday market
November 29 - Dec. 1, 2024 (6 to 9 p.m.)
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. Tickets cost more on Friday. Free for age 12 and younger.
Christmas tree lighting
November 29 - Dec. 7, 2024
multiple locations
Watch a tree-lighting ceremony, usually with music. FREE
- Nov. 29 — Bellevue at Bellevue Place
- Nov. 29 — Seattle at Westlake Park
- Nov. 30 — Edmonds at Centennial Plaza
- Nov. 30 — Seattle at Pike Place Market
- Everett at Colby & Hewitt
- Arlington at Legion Park
- Seattle at Phinney Center
- Snohomish on 1st Street
- Sumner at Old Cannery Bridge
- Tacoma at Pantages Theater
- Monroe at Travelers Park
European Christmas market
November 29 - Dec. 24, 2024
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Based on German tradition, European Christmas Village “combines colorful décor, gifts from 60 artisans, enticing food & drink (including beer & mulled wine), and family entertainment.” Located in Fisher Pavilion and on the lawn at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Children age 6 and younger are free.
Bellevue street show
November 29 - Dec. 24, 2024
Bellevue (10 miles E)
Arrive early to park and find a good viewing spot for the 20-minute show of lights, music, falling snow, young dancers, and drummers in uniform on Snowflake Lane, which is Bellevue Way between NE 4th & NE 8th.
Bavarian Christmas
November 29 - Dec. 24, 2024
Leavenworth (117 miles E)
Lights twinkle on snow at Village of Lights, with food vendors on Front St. (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.), live music in the gazebo (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.), roaming Christmas characters (12 to 4 p.m.), kids’ activities & cocoa in Festhalle (12 to 6 p.m. Sat., 12 to 4 p.m. Sun.), and Santa at the gazebo (noon) in Front Street Park, 820 Front St. in Leavenworth.
Lights at Tacoma zoo
November 29, 2024 - Jan. 5, 2025
Tacoma (40 miles SW)
Bundle up to admire 800,000 holiday lights and displays at Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo, 5400 N Pearl St. in Tacoma. The kids’ area has goats. Closed Dec. 24 & 25.
Pike Place holiday
November 30, 2024
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Magic in the Market includes live holiday music, Santa, kids’ crafts, and a lighting ceremony at 5 p.m. under the clock in Pike Place Market, 85 Pike St. in Seattle. FREE
Lunch specials in Chinatown
November 30, 2024
International District (1.2 miles S)
Visit Asian restaurants that offer discount menu items during Food Walk, beginning at Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle. Held in multiple months.
Mimosa Walk
November 30, 2024 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Burien (12 miles S)
“Enjoy delightful and refreshing mimosa-inspired drinks while visiting 14 local shops” on the Mimosa Walk in downtown Burien for age 21+. Check in at Discover Burien, 611 SW 152nd St. in Burien.
Santa Train
November 30 - Dec. 22, 2024
North Bend (30 miles E)
Santa Limited is a two-hour ride that includes a gift from Santa and a kids’ activity stop, departing from Northwest Railway Museum, 205 E McClellan St. in North Bend.
Lights in Bellevue
November 30 - Dec. 31, 2024
Bellevue (11 miles E)
Enjoy more than a half million colorful lights with displays at Garden d’Lights in Bellevue Botanical Garden, 12001 Main St. in Bellevue. You must buy timed tickets online. Free for age 10 and younger.
Christmas ships
November 2024 (undated)
multiple departure locations
During the Christmas Ship Festival, ride on the main ship with the choir, or on a “follow boat” for adults, or watch for free at an onshore bonfire (unless the performance is marked P for private in the schedule).
Comedy competition
November 2024 (undated)
multiple locations
Comedians do their best acts for prizes at the Seattle International Comedy Competition, which holds events at 18 venues in the state. Not suitable for children.
Earshot Jazz Festival
November 2024 (undated)
multiple locations
The Earshot Jazz Festival features dozens of concerts by local and worldwide jazz greats. Schedule.
Films from Romania
November 2024 (undated)
multiple locations
Watch films from an obscure country with a taste for dark humor at the Romanian Film Festival at two venues. All films have English subtitles.
Restaurant week
November 2024 (undated)
multiple locations
Get a special deal on a three-course meal at hundreds of restaurants during Seattle Restaurant Week. Dates and hours may vary by restaurant. Held in the spring and fall.
Christmas event for families
November 2024 (undated)
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 at The Westin Seattle, 1900 5th Ave. in Seattle. FREE
Gingerbread Village
November 2024 (undated)
Downtown (0.2 miles SE)
See four displays made mostly of food with a “chocolate factory” theme at Gingerbread Village in Sheraton Grand Seattle, 1400 6th Ave. FREE
Holiday swing music
November 2024 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Hear holiday classics and Christmas originals at Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Wild & Swingin’ Holiday Party featuring swing and jazz music at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. in Seattle.
Mannheim Steamroller
November 2024 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
Mannheim Steamroller, directed by founder and Grammy winner Chris Davis, presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas with dazzling multimedia effects at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle.
Tasting at Pike Place Market
November 2024 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
A ticket to Sip & Savor includes “multiple tastings at six market locations” in Pike Place Market, 85 Pike St. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Gourmet tasting
November 2024 (undated)
Downtown (0.4 miles SW)
Taste America: Seattle is a 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.
Winter at Seattle Center
November 2024 (undated)
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Winterfest features holiday lights, bands, Mexican dance, carolers, comedy, model trains, ice sculptures at Seattle Center. See entertainment schedule. FREE
Christmas rock
November 2024 (undated)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
With a laser-light show backdrop, The Ghosts of Christmas Eve features the driving, thundering beats of guitars and electric violins played by Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle.
Hockey
November 2024 (undated)
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.
Football
November 2024 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seahawks play an exciting home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
Thanksgiving cruise
November 2024 (undated)
Eastlake (1.3 miles N)
Thanksgiving Day Cruise includes “a gourmet buffet of favorite holiday selections,” and 2.5 hours of narrated views of Lake Union and Lake Washington from your private table, departing from at Waterways Cruises, 901 Fairview Ave. N in Seattle.
Auto show
November 2024 (undated)
SoDo (1.5 miles S)
See 500 of the latest cars and trucks, plus rare classics at the Seattle International Auto Show at Lumen Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
Films from Turkey
November 2024 (undated)
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.
Italian film festival
November 2024 (undated)
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
Cinema Italian Style screens 15 films in Italian with English subtitles at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
Sumo wrestling
November 2024 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.5 miles S)
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 at WaMu Theater, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
Christmas trees in Auburn
November 2024 (undated)
Auburn (2.2 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. FREE
Wine walk
November 2024 (undated)
Queen Anne (2.2 miles NW)
“Queen Anne merchants host pop-up tastings with local boutique Pacific Northwest wineries” during Queen Anne Fall Wine Walk. No pets or children. The starting location is Bethany Presbyterian Church, 1818 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
Circus acrobats
November 2024 (undated)
SoDo (2.8 miles S)
See acrobatics, high-flying aerials, 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.
U.W. basketball
November 2024 (undated)
University District (3.9 miles NE)
Watch the Washington Huskies play an exciting game in Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion, 3870 Montlake Blvd. NE in Seattle.
Lights at Seattle zoo
November 2024 (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.
Fashion show
November 2024 (undated)
Georgetown (4.8 miles S)
Fashion is Art includes “red-carpet photos,” DJ music, garments from local designers and artists, and an after-party at Seattle Design Center, 5701 6th Ave. S in Seattle.
Odd Japanese dance
November 2024 (undated)
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 Theatre, 6520 5th Ave. S in Seattle. Workshops available Sat. & Sun. at 11 a.m.
Scandinavian Christmas
November 2024 (undated)
Ballard (5.5 miles NW)
Julefest is a popular outdoor Christmas event with Nordic food, 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. Expect scarce parking.
Cajun dance party
November 2024 (undated)
Mercer Island (5.6 miles E)
A ticket to Louisianathon gets you a dance lesson and eight live bands playing Cajun-Zydeco at Veterans of Foreign Wars, 1836 72nd Ave. SE in Mercer Island.
Arts and crafts show
November 2024 (undated)
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Best of the Northwest Art and Fine Craft Show, Fall has 120 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. Repeats in May.
Native craft fair
November 2024 (undated)
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. Held in Nov. & Dec. FREE
Veterans Day in Seattle
November 2024 (undated)
multiple locations
Veterans Day on the Eastside
November 2024 (undated)
Bellevue (12 miles E)
Veterans Day Ceremony includes remarks by the mayor of Bellevue, recognition of veterans by “senior officers from each armed forces service,” bagpipes, a nine-gun salute, and the playing of taps at Sunset Hills Memorial Park, 1215 145th Place SE in Bellevue. FREE
Swing dance convention
November 2024 (undated)
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.
Wine tasting
November 2024 (undated)
Renton (19 miles SE)
Taste wine 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.
Farm dinner
November 2024 (undated)
Carnation (28 miles E)
Enjoy a five-course chef’s tasting dinner made with “the finest and freshest ingredients of the moment from the local harvest” paired with wine at the Friendsgiving Farm to Table Feast at Orenda Winery, 32305 NE 8th St. in Carnation. Held several times a year.
Tacoma haunted house
November 2024 (undated)
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Frighthouse Station is located near the Tacoma Dome at 626 E 25th Street in Tacoma. Recommended for age 12+.
Wine tasting
November 2024 (undated)
Puyallup (34 miles S)
“Spend an autumn afternoon tasting our region's best wines,” meet 15 winemakers, and buy charcuterie at The Great Grape Taste at Pioneer Park Pavilion, 330 S Meridian in Puyallup for age 21+.
Holiday concert in Tacoma
November 2024 (undated)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Joy to the World features the Tacoma Concert Band playing “family friendly holiday music to kick off the holiday season” with a visit from Santa at Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway in Tacoma. Get free tickets for children age 18 and younger at the box office. The Christmas tree lighting begins outside at 5 p.m.
Tacoma Tree Lighting
November 2024 (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. FREE
Foodie soiree
November 2024 (undated)
Puyallup (35 miles S)
Wear cocktail attire to Forks and Corks, which features welcome champagne, passed hors d’oeuvres, a sit-down multi-course meal with curated wine pairings, a chance to meet the winemakers, live music, and dancing in the events room at Farm 12 Restaurant, 3303 8th Ave. SE B in Puyallup for age 21+.
Casino lights
November 2024 (undated)
Tulalip (36 miles N)
Tulalip Lights & Ice has 6 million lights on plants surrounding the casino entrance ponds and the Tulalip Amphitheater at 10400 34th Ave. NE in Tulalip. Ice skating and food for sale. FREE
Local beer festival
November 2024 (undated)
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 live music and food trucks at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Bring age 21+ ID.
Tasting in Gig Harbor
November 2024 (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. The includes a signature welcome drink, 5 beverage tasting tokens (wine, cider, beer, coffee), open tasting all evening, live music, games, and an auction to benefit seniors at Gig Harbor Vintage Aero Museum, 1108 26th Ave. NW in Gig Harbor.
Drive through lights (south)
November 2024 (undated)
Spanaway (43 miles S)
Buy a ticket online, then drive two miles past “300 elaborate displays” of holiday lights while you hear holiday music on radio station 1700 AM at Fantasy Lights in Spanaway Park, 14905 Bresemann Blvd. S in Spanaway.
Lights in the park
November 2024 (undated)
Spanaway (43 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. You must buy a $5 ticket online.
Drive through lights (north)
November 2024 (undated)
Stanwood (50 miles N)
See a million lights, beautiful displays, and costumed characters as you drive your car through The Lights of Christmas, 20800 Marine Drive in Stanwood. You can park at two locations to see Joyland and Santa’s Village, but Santa’s last day is Dec. 23.
Christmas train near Centralia
November 2024 (undated)
Chehalis (89 miles S)
Take a “45-minute round trip to the North Pole” on the Polar Express Train Ride, which includes cocoa, cookies, and a visit from Santa, departing from Chehalis-Central Railroad & Museum, 1101 SW Sylvenus St. in Chehalis.
Winery tasting in Chelan
November 2024 (undated)
Lake Chelan (180 miles E)
Wine Harvest celebrates the harvesting and crushing of grapes with “fall barrel tasting events,” mostly Thursday to Sunday.
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