November 2023
Restaurant week
November 1 - 4, 2023
multiple locations
Get a special deal on a three-course meal at 395 restaurants during Seattle Restaurant Week. Dates and hours may vary by restaurant. Held in the spring and fall.
Seattle events November 2023
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Seattle haunted house
November 1 - 4, 2023
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. See schedule. Free parking in the nearby federal parking lot.
Earshot Jazz Festival
November 1 - 5, 2023
multiple locations
The Earshot Jazz Festival features dozens of concerts by local and worldwide jazz greats. Schedule by date.
Light version of Robin Hood
November 1 - 12, 2023
multiple locations
Robin Hood and his vigilantes fight for the rights of Sherwood Forest’s citizens in Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood, a thrilling, romantic, and funny play at Village Theatre.
- Oct. 1 - 15 in Issaquah
- Oct. 21 - Nov. 12 in Everett
Day of the Dead
November 2 - 5, 2023
Seattle & Tacoma
Honor the dearly departed during the Latin America celebration “Día de los Muertos.” These events may include elaborate altars, costumes, food, and entertainment.
- Nov. 2 - Shoreline FREE
- Nov. 2 to 5 - Seattle Town Hall family event, discount tickets.
- Nov. 3 - Burien Community Center
- Nov. 4 - El Centro de la Raza FREE
- Nov. 4 - Phinney Center celebration FREE
- Nov. 5 - Tacoma Art Museum FREE
Disney on Ice
November 2 - 5, 2023
multiple locations
Disney characters skate, dance, and act out scenes from Disney movies at Disney on Ice: Frozen & Encanto.
- Oct. 25 to 29 – Kent, ShoWare Center
- Nov. 2 to 5 – Everett, Angel of the Winds
Rock music festival
November 2 - 5, 2023
Belltown (0.7 miles NW)
With 40 bands on four stages, Freakout Festival “offers gritty guitars, hypnotic light shows, and tasty libations” for age 21+ to enjoy. Venues include The Crocodile, 2505 1st Ave. in Seattle. The smaller Freakout Weekender happens each spring.
Comedy competition
November 2 - 26, 2023
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. Discount Thursday tickets $18.
Hockey
November 2, 2023 - April 11, 2024
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. Tickets at StubHub.
- Nov. 2 – Nashville Predators
- Nov. 4 – Calgary Flames
- Nov. 11 – Edmonton Oilers
- Nov. 13 – Colorado Avalanche
- Nov. 16 – New York Islanders
- Nov. 20 – Calgary Flames
- Nov. 22 – San Jose Sharks
- Nov. 24 – Vancouver Canucks
Tacoma haunted house
November 3 - 4, 2023
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Frighthouse Station is open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (except Nov. 2) and is located near the Tacoma Dome at 626 E 25th Street in Tacoma. Recommended for age 12+.
Small publisher expo
November 4, 2023
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
Scottish ball
November 4, 2023
Pinehurst (7.9 miles N)
Heather Tartan Ball & Silent Auction is an evening of Scottish music, dancing, drinks, meat pies, and a silent auction at the Latvian Community Center, 11710 3rd Ave. NE in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Cuban music
November 4, 2023 (7 to 9 p.m.)
Kirkland (15 miles NE)
Clave Gringa Quartet performs Cuban music “from the classically oriented danzon and cha-cha-cha styles to the African folkloric sounds and rumba” in the piano showroom at Stage 7 Pianos, 12037 124th Ave. NE in Kirkland. The band website has videos.
Renton wine tasting
November 4, 2023 (6 to 9 p.m.)
Renton (19 miles SE)
Taste wine and eat “sumptuous appetizers and desserts” at $30 Hope for Housing, with live music and a silent auction for charity at St. Stephen the Martyr, 13055 SE 192nd St. in Renton.
Snohomish beer tasting
November 4, 2023 (2 to 8 p.m.)
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
A ticket to Snohomish Brewfest includes seven tastes of beer (5 ounces each) and has food vendors at Thomas Family Farm. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
Local beer festival
November 4, 2023 (1 to 7 p.m.)
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 “a full lineup of bands and a night market” at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Bring age 21+ ID.
Toy show
November 4 - 5, 2023
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Shop from 200 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. Children age 12 and younger are free. Repeats twice a year.
South End craft fair
November 4 - 5, 2023
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.
Films from Romania
November 4 - 12, 2023
Capitol Hill (1.1 miles E)
Watch films from an obscure country with a taste for dark humor at the Romanian Film Festival at Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Ave. in Seattle. All films have English subtitles. Some films offer question-and-answer sessions with directors on Zoom.
Free choir
November 5, 2023 (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
Burien festival
November 6, 2023
Burien (11 miles S)
Strawberry Festival has two days of entertainment, music, food vendors, and family activities at Town Square Park, 480 SW 152nd St. in Burien. The petting zoo is Saturday and the car show is Sunday. FREE
Italian film festival
November 9 - 16, 2023
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
Cinema Italian Style screens 14 new films in Italian with English subtitles at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
Used snow gear
November 10 - 11, 2023
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. Entry time can be reserved.
Arts and crafts show
November 10 - 12, 2023
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. Children age 15 and younger are free. No pets. Repeats in May.
Artist studio tour
November 10 - 12, 2023
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 10 - 12, 2023
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.
Winery tasting in Chelan
November 10 - 19, 2023
Lake Chelan (180 miles E)
Wine Harvest celebrates the harvesting and crushing of grapes with “fall barrel tasting events, mostly Thursday to Sunday.
Modern version of Little Women
November 10 - Dec. 17, 2023
Seattle Center (1.4 miles NW)
Based on a popular children’s book by Louisa May Alcott, Little Women is about four sisters growing up in Civil War America, at Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. in Seattle.
Lights at Seattle zoo
November 10, 2023 - Jan. 14, 2024
Phinney Ridge (4.1 miles N)
WildLanterns features “large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns representing wild places from around the globe” including bugs, dinosaurs, tigers, peacocks, and dragons, with snacks for sale at Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. Free parking. Enter by 8:30 p.m. (Closed Nov. 23, Dec. 24 & 25, and most Mondays.)
Festival of Lights – Seattle
November 11, 2023 (12 to 6 p.m.)
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
Phinney beer tasting
November 11, 2023 (7 to 10 p.m.)
Phinney Ridge (5.1 miles N)
Enjoy “10 tastes from 30 breweries and cideries” plus pub snacks at the Winter Beer Taste for age 21+ at Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. No pets. Held in summer & winter.
Veterans Day on the Eastside
November 11, 2023 (11 a.m.)
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, and the playing of taps at Sunset Hills Memorial Park, 1215 145th Place SE in Bellevue. FREE
Free state park day
November 11, 2023
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. FREE
Veterans Day parade
November 11, 2023 (11 a.m.)
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
Free national park day
November 11, 2023
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
Hawaiian music festival
November 11 - 12, 2023
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 at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave. in Seattle. Doors open at noon.
Weird arts & crafts show
November 11 - 12, 2023
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. Repeats in April. FREE
Odd Japanese dance
November 11 - 19, 2023
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.
Football
November 12 - Dec. 31, 2023
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Flamenco dance
November 16 - 18, 2023 (8 p.m.)
University District (4.6 miles NE)
Soledad Barrio & Noche Flamenca “features a company of dancers, singers and musicians” in an emotional show that reflects the political turmoil and injustices of 18th and 19th century Spain at Meany Center for the Performing Arts, 4040 George Washington Lane NE in Seattle.
Quilt & craft show
November 16 - 18, 2023
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.
Auto show
November 16 - 19, 2023
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.
Wine tasting
November 17, 2023 (6 to 9 p.m.)
SoDo (2.6 miles S)
Pour features 20 urban wineries, live music, and street food for sale at Club Sur, 2901 1st Ave. S in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
French wine tasting
November 17, 2023
Bellevue (15 miles E)
“Celebrate French-American business connections” while tasting premium French and American wines at The Wine Festival at Tam O'Shanter Golf Club, 1313 183rd Ave. NE in Bellevue. Bring age 21+ ID.
Films from Turkey
November 17 - 19, 2023
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.
Christmas tree display
November 17 - 29, 2023
Downtown (0.3 miles SE)
View 20 designer trees in the lobby and driveway of the Fairmont Olympic Hotel during the annual Festival of Trees Display FREE. Or buy tickets for the annual gala dinner and auction on Nov. 18, 2023.
Drive through lights
November 17, 2023 - Jan. 1, 2024 (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 at Fantasy Lights in Spanaway Park, 14905 Bresemann Blvd. S in Spanaway. Hear holiday music in the park on radio station 1700 AM. Open every night except Nov. 20 to 23.
Underground art show
November 18, 2023 (8 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 for at El Corazon, 109 Eastlake Ave. E in Seattle for age 21+.
Whisky tasting
November 18, 2023 (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 unlimited light bites at Whiskies of the World at The Rainier Club, 820 4th Ave. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Food fair
November 18, 2023
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Shop from “100+ 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. Held in June & November. FREE
Wine tasting
November 18, 2023 (2 to 5 p.m.)
Renton (13 miles SE)
A 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. Bring age 21+ ID. Held in summer, fall, and winter.
Empty Bowls fundraiser
November 18, 2023 (1 to 3 p.m.)
Tacoma (41 miles SW)
Buy a handmade bowl, and then get another bowl full of soup at Empty Bowls at Charles Wright Academy, 7723 Chambers Creek Road W in Tacoma.
Scandinavian Christmas
November 18 - 19, 2023
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 age 11 and younger. Expect scarce parking.
Thanksgiving run/walk
November 18 & 23, 2023
multiple locations
- Nov. 18 – Fairwood Turkey Trot in Renton
- Nov. 18 – Tacky Turkey Sweater at Green Lake
- Nov. 23 – Auburn Turkey Trot at Sunset Park
- Nov. 23 – Gig Harbor Turkey Trot along the water
- Nov. 23 – Issaquah Turkey Trot in downtown Issaquah
- Nov. 23 – Thanksgiving Day in Magnuson Park
- Nov. 23 – Montlake Turkey Trot in the arboretum
- Nov. 23 – Norpoint Classic in Tacoma
- Nov. 23 – Tacoma City Turkey Trot, Proctor District
- Nov. 23 – Thanksgiving Day Apple Cup at Green Lake
Nutcracker ballet
November 19 - Dec. 27, 2023
multiple locations
- Nov. 19 Paramount, Seattle Groupon deal.
- Nov. 24 to Dec. 27 Pacific Northwest Ballet, Seattle
- Dec. 1 to 3 Ensemble Ballet Theatre, Renton
- Dec. 2 Momentum Dance, Burien
- Dec. 8 to 10 ARC School of Ballet, Ballard
- Dec. 8 to 10 Evergreen City Ballet, Auburn
- Dec. 8 to 10 Olympic Ballet Theatre, Everett
- Dec. 8 to 17 Ballet Northwest, Olympia
- Dec. 8 to 23 International Ballet Theatre, Bellevue
- Dec. 9 to 23 Tacoma City Ballet, Tacoma
- Dec. 14 to 20 Olympic Ballet Theatre, Edmonds
- Dec. 15 to 17 Evergreen City Ballet, Renton
- Dec. 16 ARC School of Ballet, Shoreline
- Dec. 22 to 23 Body Language Studio, Renton
- undated Emerald Ballet Theatre, Bothell
Funny holiday plays
November 21 - Dec. 23, 2023
multiple locations
- Nov. 21 to Dec. 23 - A Very Die Hard Christmas is a fast-action parody of the famous film at Seattle Public Theater.
- Nov. 24 to Dec. 17 - A Nice Family Christmas is a comedy comedy about a bickering dysfunctional family, in Edmonds.
- Dec. 2 – O Christmas Tree is a British comedy at Rialto Theater, Tacoma
- Dec. 14 – O Christmas Tree is a British comedy at Neptune Theatre
- Dec. 17 – O Christmas Tree is a British comedy at Federal Way Performing Arts Center
Thanksgiving dinner
November 23, 2023
multiple locations
See recommended restaurants offering special menus or takeout for Thanksgiving Day.
- Eater (Seattle, Eastside)
- Gayot Guide (Seattle, Eastside)
- Seattle Met (Seattle, Eastside)
- Tiny Beans (Seattle, Eastside, Renton)
Tree lighting at Westlake Park
November 24, 2023
Downtown (0.1 miles S)
The Tree-Lighting Celebration pre-show entertainment begins at 3 p.m., the countdown to light the tree and giant star begins at 5 p.m., and a post-show concert follows in Westlake Park, 401 Pine St. in Seattle. FREE
Nerdy holiday market
November 24, 2023 (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. Friday costs more. Free for age 12 and younger.
Snohomish holiday market
November 24 - 25, 2023 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
Browse 125 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
Sumo wrestling
November 24 - 26, 2023
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 at WaMu Theater, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
Native craft fair
November 24 - 26, 2023
North Delridge (7.9 miles S)
Shop for fine art, native crafts, cards, jewelry, and smoked salmon at the Native Art Market at Duwamish Longhouse, 4705 W Marginal Way SW in Seattle. FREE
Christmas tree lighting
November 24 - Dec. 15, 2023
multiple locations
Watch a tree-lighting ceremony, usually with music. FREE
- Nov. 24 – Bellevue at Bellevue Square
- Nov. 24 – Seattle at Westlake Park
- Nov. 25 – Arlington at Legion Park
- Nov. 25 – Edmonds at Centennial Plaza
- Nov. 25 – Seattle at Phinney Center
- Nov. 25 – Seattle at Pike Place Market
- Nov. 25 – Snohomish on 1st Street
- Nov. 25 – Sumner at Old Cannery Bridge
- Nov. 26 – Monroe at 501 W Main St.
- Nov. 26 – Olympia at Sylvester Park
- undated – Seattle Center at the fountain
- undated – Tacoma at Pantages Theater
Christmas ships
November 24 - Dec. 21, 2023
multiple locations
Ride on the main ship with the choir, or on a “follow boat” for adults, or listen from shore (unless the performance is marked P for private in the schedule) during the Christmas Ship Festival with many departure points.
Christmas improv
November 24 - Dec. 23, 2023 (7 to 8:15 p.m.)
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. Discount tickets $15.50.
Christmas play
November 24 - Dec. 24, 2023
Downtown (0.4 miles E)
A Christmas Carol is Charles Dickens’ holiday classic about the amazing transformation of miserly Scrooge at ACT Theatre, 700 Union St. in Seattle.
Bellevue street show
November 24 - Dec. 24, 2023 (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 (Bellevue Way between N.E. 4th & N.E. 8th). FREE
Nutcracker ballet
November 24 - Dec. 27, 2023
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.
Winter at Seattle Center
November 24 - Dec. 30, 2023
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Enjoy holiday lights, folk dancers, carolers, musicians, model trains, and Saturday ice sculptors during Winterfest at the Seattle Center. See entertainment schedule on web page. No events Dec. 25. FREE
Lights in Snohomish County
November 24 - Dec. 30, 2023 (5 to 10 p.m.)
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. Then park and see Santa’s Village. Last day for Santa is Dec. 23. Open Nov. 24 - 26, 30, Dec. 1 - 3, 7 - 10, 14 - 17, 20 - 23, 26 - 30, 2023. Video (2 minutes).
Lights at Tacoma zoo
November 24, 2023 - Jan. 1, 2024
Tacoma (40 miles SW)
Bundle up to admire 800,000 holiday lights and displays at Zoolights from 4:30 to 10 p.m. at Point Defiance Zoo, 5400 N Pearl St. in Tacoma. The kids area has goats. The adult beer garden has fire pits. Closed Dec. 24 & 25.
Mannheim Steamroller
November 25, 2023 (5 & 8 p.m.)
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.
Pike Place holiday
November 25, 2023 (11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Magic in the Market includes caroling, Santa, kids’ crafts, and a 5 p.m. holiday lighting ceremony at Pike Place Market. FREE
Christmas rock
November 25, 2023 (3 & 7:30 p.m.)
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. Video (1 minute). Discount tickets $45.
Lunch specials in Chinatown
November 25, 2023 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
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 June, July, and August.
University District concert
November 25, 2023 (8 p.m.)
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 the Neptune Theatre.
Free state park day
November 25, 2023
All state parks
Holiday concert in Tacoma
November 25, 2023 (2 p.m.)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Joy to the World features the Tacoma Concert Band playing “family friendly holiday music to kick off the holiday season” at Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway in Tacoma. (Go to the box office to get free tickets for children age 17 and younger.)
Santa Train
November 25 - Dec. 17, 2023 (weekends)
North Bend (30 miles E)
The popular Santa Train includes a gift from Santa. The 25-minute ride departs from Snoqualmie, and the 2-hour ride with kids’ activity stop departs from Northwest Railway Museum, 205 E McClellan St. in North Bend.
Lights in Bellevue
November 25 - Dec. 31, 2023
Bellevue (11 miles E)
Enjoy zillions of colorful lights and displays at Garden d’Lights in Bellevue Botanical Garden, 12001 Main St. in Bellevue. Free for age 10 and younger. You must buy timed tickets online. Some weeknights are cheaper. Closed Dec. 25.
Seattle Marathon
November 26, 2023
University District (4 miles NE)
Join 15,000 people burning off Thanksgiving calories at the morning Seattle Marathon and Half Marathon that begin and end at Husky Stadium, 3800 Montlake Blvd. NE in Seattle.
Holiday dinner & sing along
November 27, 2023
Downtown (0.1 miles N)
A ticket to Family Sing-Along includes a “sing-along concert featuring the Northwest Boychoir Apprentices and the Seattle Girls Choir” followed by dinner, surrounded by a dozen decorated Christmas trees in the ballroom of The Westin Seattle, 1900 5th Ave. in Seattle.
Victorian Christmas market
November 30 - Dec. 3, 2023
Puyallup (37 miles S)
A Victorian Country Christmas has 500 booths with vendors in Victorian costumes selling art, jewelry, decorations, clothing, and toys at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Free parking.
Gingerbread displays
November 2023 (undated)
Downtown (0.2 miles SE)
See elaborate houses made mostly of food at the Gingerbread Village at Sheraton Grand Seattle, 1400 6th Ave. Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (except closes 11 p.m. on Fridays & Saturdays). Donation.
Glamorous tasting party
November 2023 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles SE)
Tea Noir promises “an eight-course menu, tea-infused cocktails, and sensational music and dance performances” at Fairmont Olympic Hotel, 411 University St. in Seattle.
Animated films
November 2023 (undated)
Capitol Hill (0.8 miles NE)
Animation Show of Shows screens 10 international short films “which deal with both the anxieties and hopes of a world faced with a seemingly endless series of existential crises” at SIFF Cinema Egyptian, 805 E Pine St. in Seattle. National website.
Trapeze show
November 2023 (undated)
SoDo (2.8 miles S)
Aerial Americana is “a celebration of local musicians and acrobatic artists” for all ages, with a chamber orchestra, trapeze acts, and a bar available at Emerald City Trapeze Arts, 2702 6th Ave. S in Seattle. For all ages.
Gourmet dinner + cider
November 2023 (undated)
SoDo (2.9 miles SE)
A ticket to the Cider Maker’s Dinner includes a reception with appetizers and a four-course dinner paired with cider to benefit hunger relief at The Factory Luxe, 3100 Airport Way S in Seattle for age 21+.
Native craft fair
November 2023 (undated)
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. FREE
Tacoma Tree Lighting
November 2023 (undated)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
The Tacoma Tree Lighting includes Santa, free hot drinks & cookies, an instrument petting zoo, a string quartet, and ballerinas both inside and outside Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway in Tacoma. FREE
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