Holiday Season in Seattle
‘Tis the season here in Pike Place Market! The most magical time of year in downtown Seattle is just around the corner. We can smell the holiday greenery, see the twinkling lights and hear the merry jingle bells on their way. Some might say this festive season is THE season to visit Seattle and experience everything our beautiful city has to offer.
Here are a few of our favorite things to do in Seattle during the holidays!
Pike Place Market
This year will be the 30th annual Magic in the Market holiday tree lighting and Santa event November 29th.
The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Contest will celebrate it’s 40th anniversary this year. Join the holiday revelers and cheer on your favorite caroling team December 6th.
Stop by the Holiday Night Market with Santa on December 11th for an evening of festive local shopping for the perfect stocking stuffers and other unique gifts.
Catch a show at the Can-Can to see their Wonderland holiday show November 20th-January 4th.
Book your Inn at the Market holiday Cozy Package, enjoy brunch at Café Campagne or Bacco and gift wrap available for your Market finds when you stay with us November 28th – December 31st.
Downtown Seattle
Enjoy the arts this holiday season and catch a show!
A holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, will be at Pacific NW Ballet November 28th – December 28th.
Elf the Musical will be at the 5th Ave Theatre November 28th– December 28th.
Disney’s The Lion King will be at The Paramount theatre December 4th-January 4th.
This season at Benaroya Hall symphony lovers can enjoy an array of holiday music ranging from The Seattle Men’s Chorus holiday show to the classic children’s film, The Snowman.
Other festive events downtown Seattle:
While shopping downtown, stop by to get pictures with Santa outside the Nordstrom Café or step into the Gingerbread Village at the Sheraton Grand Seattle.
Explore Winterfest at Seattle Center for ice skating and the Seattle Christmas Market under the lights of the Space Needle, enjoy New Year’s Eve at the top of the needle!
Not to be missed is the Nutcracker Holiday Tea at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel before or after a show.
The Argosy Cruise Christmas Ship Festival is a great way to celebrate the spirit of Seattle on the water. Enjoy holiday tunes and hot cocoa as you sail and see twinkling holiday lights around the Sound.
