November 2024
Wine tasting
November 1, 2024 (6 to 9 p.m.)
SoDo (2.6 miles S)
Pour features 25 urban wineries, live music, and food for sale at Club Sur, 2901 1st Ave. S in Seattle for $40. Bring age 21+ ID.
Seattle events November 2024
Medieval haunted woods
November 1, 2024 (6 to 11 p.m.)
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. then age 10+. Best to buy in advance. No flashlights. See schedule.
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 for age 13+ (except 9 p.m. is 21+).
Haunted cocktail party
November 1 - 2, 2024
Capitol Hill (1 mile E)
House of Spirits: A Haunted Cocktail Soirée includes four or five mini cocktails in a haunted mansion where you can experience two hours of “macabre magic, tarot readings, strange roaming specters, live music, and secret games.” Located at DAR Rainier Chapter House, 800 E Roy St. in Seattle for age 21+.
Seattle haunted house
November 1 - 2, 2024
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 in the nearby federal parking lot. See schedule.
Interactive theater
November 1 - 2, 2024
Georgetown (5.4 miles S)
Ghosts of Nebula is a tour through interactive performances and haunted rooms set in 1921 where you “witness the supernatural tragedy when a group of spiritualists try to access an alternate dimension called Nebula by harnessing the power of Georgetown Steam Plant” at 6605 13th Ave. S in Seattle. Lasts 90 to 120 minutes; for age 13+. Bar available.
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. Escape room games cost extra. Recommended for age 12+ except on $10 less scary day Oct. 26 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.).
Snohomish haunted farm
November 1 - 2, 2024
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
Stalker Farms has three walk-through haunts, a shooting gallery, a non-haunted corn maze, midway games, and food sales at Stocker Farms, 8705 Marsh Road in Snohomish. Recommended for age 12+.
Tacoma haunted house
November 1 - 2, 2024
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Frighthouse Station is recommended for age 12+ and is located near the Tacoma Dome at 626 E 25th Street in Tacoma. You can wear a costume, but no masks or weapons. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Day of the Dead
November 1 - 3, 2024
Seattle & Tacoma
Honor the dearly departed during the Latin American celebration “Día de los Muertos.” Events may include elaborate altars, food, costumes, and entertainment. Mostly free.
- Nov. 1 — Burien Community Center
- Nov. 1 — Seattle Art Museum
- Nov. 1 — Shoreline Spartan Rec Center
- Nov. 1 to 3 — Seattle Town Hall, not free
- Nov. 2 — El Centro de la Raza
- Nov. 2 — Phinney Center celebration
- Nov. 3 — Tacoma Art Museum
Earshot Jazz Festival
November 1 - 3, 2024
multiple locations
The Earshot Jazz Festival features dozens of concerts by local and worldwide jazz greats. Closed Monday.
Readings of new plays
November 1 - 3, 2024
Downtown (0.4 miles E)
Pay what you will to hear 5 new plays and a set of 15 monologues written by Seattle playwrights being read aloud during New Works Northwest at ACT Theatre, 700 Union St. in Seattle. Closed Thursday.
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.
Films from Romania
November 1 - 3, 2024
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. All films have English subtitles.
Halloween at Wild Waves
November 1 - 3, 2024
Federal Way (27 miles S)
Wild Waves has two options at 36201 Enchanted Pkwy S in Federal Way. Children younger than age 18 must be with an adult age 21+. Schedule.
- Sat., Sun. — Booville has daytime trick-or-treating, face-painting and entertainment for age 12 and younger.
- Fri., Sat., Sun. — Fright Fest has monsters, rides in the dark, and haunted houses at night. Adult beverages available.
Restaurant week
November 1 - 9, 2024
multiple locations
Get a special deal at hundreds of restaurants (from Seattle to Issaquah and Lynnwood to Seatac) during Seattle Restaurant Week. Click restaurant names to see their specials. Held in the spring and fall.
Romantic musical
November 1 - 10, 2024
Everett & Issaquah
Full of catchy tunes by Lerner and Loewe, Camelot is a timeless love story and grand adventure about a love triangle between King Arthur, Queen Guenevere, and the knight Sir Lancelot, at Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N in Issaquah.
- Oct. 9 to 13 — Issaquah
- Oct. 19 to Nov. 10 — Everett
Light show in a garden
November 1 - Dec. 15, 2024
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. Open Thursday to Sunday.
Taste of Pike Place
November 1 - Dec. 31, 2024
Downtown (0.4 miles SW)
Meet 9 artisan vendors and enjoy delicious samples on the highly rated $69 Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market. Meet your chef and friendly tour guide outside Simply Seattle, at 1600 1st Ave.
Underground tour
November 1 - Dec. 31, 2024
Pioneer Square (0.8 miles S)
Hear about Seattle’s weird history and why they raised all of the streets and sidewalks on the $30 Underground History Tour at Beneath the Streets, 102 Cherry St. in Seattle.
Diwali festival of lights FREE
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.
Small publisher expo FREE
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.
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.
Fashion show
November 2, 2024
Georgetown (8 miles S)
Dress up for Fashion in Flight, which has a live DJ, designer booths, and red-carpet photos before the show. The show begins at 6:45 and the after-party at 8:45 inside the Great Gallery at The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle for age 10+.
Wine tasting
November 2, 2024 (6 to 9 p.m.)
Renton (19 miles SE)
Taste wine and eat “sumptuous appetizers and desserts” at $35 Hope for Housing, with live music and a silent auction for charity at St. Stephen the Martyr, 13055 SE 192nd St. in Renton.
Local beer festival
November 2, 2024
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.
Motorcycle racing
November 2, 2024 (5 to 10 p.m.)
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.
Toy show
November 2 - 3, 2024 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Shop from 200 vendors of vintage and modern toys, comics, and collectibles at the Washington State Toy Show [scroll down their page] at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Held in May and November. Admission at 9 a.m. costs more. Children age 12 and younger are free.
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 - 15, 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. 15 — UCLA Bruins
Party on a ferry boat
November 2 & 16, 2024
Westlake (1.2 miles N)
Take a party cruise aboard The Hiyu with views of Lake Union, a full bar, a dance floor, and either DJ or live music, departing from the dock at Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle for age 21+.
Polish food & bazaar FREE
November 2, 2024 - April 12, 2025
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.
“Coco” with live score
November 3, 2024 (4 p.m.)
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Watch the Disney Pixar film Coco while an orchestra plays the score live at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. in Seattle.
Free jazz FREE
November 3, 2024 (6 p.m.)
First Hill (0.9 miles E)
Seattle Jazz Vespers presents Kim Maguire Quintet with vocals plus drums, bass, and vibraphone at Seattle First Baptist, 1111 Harvard Ave. in Seattle. Parking.
CD & record sale
November 3, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
“Find tons of collectible records, CDs, and other music-related collectibles for sale” on 50 tables during Northwest Record Show at Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Admission at 8 a.m. costs more. Held in spring and fall.
Choir FREE
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.
Football
November 3 - Dec. 22, 2024
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seahawks play an exciting home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
- Nov. 3 — Los Angeles Rams
- Nov. 17 — San Francisco 49ers
- Nov. 24 — Arizona Cardinals
Technology conference
November 4, 2024 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Bellevue (11 miles E)
Washington Technology Expo (formerly Bellevue Tech Expo) “is a showcase of tech, talent, and innovation” for business professionals, investors, entrepreneurs, and tech lovers at Meydenbauer Center, 11000 NE 6th St. in Bellevue.
Music by candlelight
November 5 - 20, 2024
multiple locations
Candlelight Concert features a string quartet playing familiar songs for an hour in the warm glow of simulated candles.
- Nov. 5 — The Beatles (in Woodinville)
- Nov. 7 — Bridgerton
- Nov. 14 — Joe Hisaishi
- Nov. 14 — Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
- Nov. 19 — Taylor Swift
- Nov. 19 — Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
- Nov. 20 — Hans Zimmer
U.W. basketball
November 5, 2024 - March 9, 2025
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.
- Nov. 5 — UC Davis Aggies
- Nov. 13 — Nicholls State Colonels
- Nov. 17 — UMass Lowell River Hawks
- Nov. 22 — Alcorn State Braves
Comedy competition
November 6 - Dec. 1, 2024
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.
Hit musical: Wicked
November 6 - Dec. 1, 2024
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
A giant hit on Broadway and winner of multiple awards, Wicked tells the story of the good and evil witches from the Wizard of Oz at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle.
Museum day FREE
November 7, 2024
Seattle
The first Thursday of the month is free.
- Arboretum tour (11:30 a.m.).
- Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, U.W. campus (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.). Reserve an entry time.
- Museum of History & Industry at South Lake Union (5 to 8 p.m.).
- Museum of Flight at 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle (5 to 9 p.m.).
- Nordic Museum in Ballard (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
- Seattle Art Museum (10 to 8 p.m.).
- Seattle Asian Art Museum at Volunteer Park (10 to 5 p.m.).
- Seattle Japanese Garden at the arboretum (12 to 4 p.m.)
- Tacoma Art Museum (5 to 8 p.m.).
- Volunteer Park Conservatory [greenhouse] (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
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.
Swing dance convention
November 7 - 11, 2024
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.
Italian film festival
November 7 - 14, 2024
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.
Polish film festival
November 8 - 10, 2024
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
Seattle Polish Film Festival screens 18 films at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle. Schedule.
Arts and crafts show
November 8 - 10, 2024
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.
Art studio tour FREE
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.
Hockey
November 8, 2024 - April 15, 2025
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.
- Nov. 8 — Vegas Golden Knights
- Nov. 12 — Columbus Blue Jacket
- Nov. 14 — Chicago Blackhawks
- Nov. 16 — New York Islanders
- Nov. 17 — New York Rangers
- Nov. 20 — Nashville Predators
- Nov. 27 — Anaheim Ducks
- Nov. 30 — San Jose Sharks
Underground art show
November 9, 2024 (8 to 11:59 p.m.)
South Lake Union (0.6 miles NE)
The Pancakes & Booze Art Show is a traveling exhibition by 70 artists, with pancakes included, DJ music, live body painting, and a bar at El Corazon, 109 Eastlake Ave. E in Seattle for age 21+.
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.
Tasting event
November 9, 2024 (3 & 7 p.m.)
South Lake Union (0.8 miles N)
Enjoy bite-size tastes of cheese and meat paired with wine, beer, and cider at the $86 Cheese and Meat Festival, which also offers seminars at The Collective Seattle, 400 Dexter Ave. N in Seattle, for age 21+.
Small tasting event
November 9, 2024 (5:30 to 9 p.m.)
Queen Anne (2 miles NW)
A $150 ticket to Taste of Queen Anne supports charity and gets you tastes from local restaurants with live jazz at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1411 1st Ave. W in Seattle.
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) FREE
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.
Tasting in Gig Harbor
November 9, 2024 (6 to 9 p.m.)
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 $72 ticket 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.
Geek girl convention
November 9 - 10, 2024
Downtown (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.
Used snow gear FREE
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. Some entry times can be reserved. The first hour on Friday is not free.
Weird arts & crafts show FREE
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.
Reggae music
November 9 - 10, 2024
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Holo Holo Music Festival promises “great tunes, delicious food, full bars, and a chance to gather with friends and family” for $148 in the Tacoma Dome, 2727 E D Street in Tacoma. Children age 3 and younger are free.
Christmas train near Centralia
November 9 - Dec. 22, 2024 (Sat. & Sun.)
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.
Hawaiian music festival
November 10, 2024 (1 p.m.)
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.
Veterans Day events
November 11, 2024
multiple locations
Veterans Day parade (north) FREE
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.
State park day FREE
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 140 Washington State Parks.
National park day FREE
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.
Musical: Legally Blonde
November 12, 2024 - Jan. 26, 2025
Everett & Issaquah
Legally Blonde: The Musical is an upbeat song-and-dance tale about a sweet sorority sister named Elle, known for her all-pink wardrobe and her chihuahua Bruiser, who goes to Harvard Law to win back her boyfriend, at Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N in Issaquah.
- Nov. 12 - Dec. 22 — Issaquah
- Jan. 4 - 26 — Everett
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.
Auto show
November 14 - 17, 2024
SoDo (1.5 miles S)
See 500 of the latest cars and trucks, plus rare classics at Seattle International Auto Show at Lumen Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
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. Friday costs more and is age 21+. Held in June and November.
Films from Turkey
November 15 - 17, 2024
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.
Mystery hijacker conference
November 15 - 17, 2024
Georgetown (8 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 The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle. Pay $45 a day or $108 for three days. Schedule.
Lights at Seattle zoo
November 15, 2024 - Jan. 19, 2025
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. See schedule.
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.
Children’s Business Fair FREE
November 16, 2024 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Shop from booths run by young entrepreneurs (ages 6 to 15) selling food, art, toys, and more during Children’s Business Fair at 765 Broadway in Tacoma.
Thanksgiving run/walk
November 16 - 28, 2024
multiple locations
- Nov. 16 Tacky Turkey Sweater at Green Lake
- Nov. 17 Kirkland Turkey Trot at Marina Park
- Nov. 23 Fairwood Turkey Trot in Renton
- 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 in Auburn FREE
November 20, 2024 - Jan. 4, 2025
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. Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
Gingerbread Village FREE
November 21, 2024 - Jan. 1, 2025
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.
Evening cabaret
November 21, 2024 - Jan. 12, 2025
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Wonderland is a whimsical winter cabaret and burlesque show that promises “a glittering parade of nostalgia, exploding with dance, laughter, and all the cheer of yesteryear” at Can Can Culinary Cabaret, 95 Pine St. in Seattle for age 21+. Food and drinks for sale.
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.
Beer & chocolate tasting
November 22, 2024 (6:30 p.m.)
Fremont (3.6 miles N)
Taste pairings of chocolate from Theo Chocolate and cheese from Street Cheese during $93 Chocolate & Cheese Pairing for age 14+ at Theo Chocolate, 3400 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle.
Circus acrobats
November 22 - 24, 2024
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.
Odd Japanese dance
November 22 - 24, 2024
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 22 - 24, 2024
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.
Christmas event in stadium
November 22 - Dec. 29, 2024
SoDo (1.6 miles S)
Enchant Christmas features a maze where you look for Santa’s reindeer, an ice-skating rink, Christmas shops, food vendors, music, Santa, and photo opportunities at T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. S in Seattle. Choose an entrance time when buying a ticket. Special nights include dog tickets Dec. 1 & 8. Children age 3 and younger are free.
Christmas rock
November 23, 2024 (3 & 7:30 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
With a laser-light show backdrop, The Lost 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.
Mannheim Steamroller
November 23, 2024 (7:30 p.m.)
Everett (28 miles N)
Mannheim Steamroller, directed by founder and Grammy winner Chris Davis, presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas with dazzling multimedia effects at Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave. in Everett.
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.
Indoor craft fair
November 23 - 24, 2024 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
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. Repeats in April.
Lights in the park
November 23 - 24, 2024
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. Pay $5 per person plus $5 parking online. Children age 3 and younger are free. [Drive through begins Nov. 29.]
Christmas trees downtown FREE
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. The annual gala dinner and auction is $300.
Christmas ships
November 23 - Dec. 23, 2024
Seattle, Renton, Kirkland
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 a 20-minute onshore bonfire (unless the performance is marked P for private in the schedule).
Thanksgiving dinner
November 28, 2024
multiple locations
See restaurants offering special Thanksgiving menus or takeout.
Thanksgiving cruise
November 28, 2024 (3 to 5:30 p.m.)
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.
Tree lighting at Westlake Park FREE
November 29, 2024
Downtown (0.1 miles S)
See a family-friendly Tree-Lighting Celebration in Westlake Park, 401 Pine St. in Seattle.
- Pre-show carolers, drummers, and costumed characters.
- Tree lighting, star lighting, fireworks, and singing groups.
State park day FREE
November 29, 2024
All state parks
On State Parks Free Days, you can picnic and play at any of the 140 Washington State Parks.
Snohomish holiday market FREE
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.
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. Children age 12 and younger are free.
Native craft fair FREE
November 29 - Dec. 1, 2024
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.
Christmas tree lighting FREE
November 29 - Dec. 7, 2024
multiple locations
Watch a tree-lighting ceremony, often with music.
- Nov. 29 — Bellevue at Bellevue Place
- Nov. 29 — Mercer Island at Mercerdale Park
- 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
Christmas improv
November 29 - Dec. 22, 2024
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.
Christmas play
November 29 - Dec. 24, 2024
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.
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 FREE
November 29 - Dec. 24, 2024 (7 p.m.)
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. Also consider the free Holiday Arts Fair at Bellevue Arts Museum (Thurs. to Sun., 4 to 8 p.m.).
Bavarian Christmas FREE
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.
Nutcracker ballet
November 29 - 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.
Nutcracker ballet
November 29 - Dec. 28, 2024
multiple locations
- Nov. 29 - Dec. 28 Pacific Northwest Ballet, Seattle
- Dec. 6 - 23 International Ballet, Bellevue
- Dec. 14 - 22 Tacoma City Ballet, Tacoma
- Ballet Northwest, Olympia
- ARC School of Ballet, Seattle
- Ensemble Ballet Theatre, Renton
- Momentum Dance, Burien
- Emerald Ballet Theatre, Bothell
- ARC School of Ballet, Ballard
- Evergreen City Ballet, Auburn
- Olympic Ballet Theatre, Everett
- Olympic Ballet Theatre, Edmonds
- Evergreen City Ballet, Renton
- ARC School of Ballet, Shoreline
- Body Language Studio, Renton
Drive through lights (north)
November 29 - Dec. 29, 2024
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.
Winter at Seattle Center FREE
November 29 - Dec. 31, 2024
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.
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.
Drive through lights (south)
November 29, 2024 - Jan. 5, 2025 (5:30 to 9 p.m.)
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.
Pike Place holiday FREE
November 30, 2024 (11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
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.
1970s concert
November 30, 2024
University District (4.4 miles NE)
Dozens of Seattle musicians play songs from the best rock & roll movie ever made at Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz for all ages at Neptune Theatre, 1303 NE 45th St. in Seattle.
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.
Films about fashion
November 30, 2024
Renton (16 miles SE)
Seattle Fashion Film Festival promises an affordable afternoon of fashion-film screenings, a red-carpet event, awards, and an evening reception at Carco Theatre, 1717 Maple Valley Hwy in Renton.
Holiday concert in Tacoma
November 30, 2024 (3 p.m.)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year 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 FREE
November 30, 2024 (5 p.m.)
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.
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. Children age 10 and younger are free. Closed Dec. 25.