Get a jump start on your holiday shopping at the Renton Hassle Free Holiday Bazaar. With more than 100 vendors, there will be a variety of gift ideas from bath and body product, ceramics, home décor, photography, wearables and children’s items. Admission is FREE, and includes all day shopping, food & refreshments, and Friday night Happy Hour from 4­-6pm.

All attendees will have the opportunity to make a donation to support “Gift of Play!”, the city of Renton’s Recreational Scholarship Fund, which provides help for low-­income children, seniors and people with disabilities to afford program fees, and the opportunity to play!

Friday, November 16 11am – 6pm 

Saturday, November 17 9am – 5pm

Designer trees throughout the hotel lobby feature stories of courageous Seattle Children’s Hospital patients—many available for sale. Through Dec. 2.

Snow Tree Raffle and food donation benefit Issaquah food bank. Alcohol Ink Tiles, jewelry, photography, paintings, knits, quilting, SHE-HAWK, pet beds, fabric baskets, soap, chocolate, baked goods, garden decor, Embroidery., cribbage boards. Free vendor raffles. Please use front gate. 

Get a jump start on your holiday shopping at the Renton Hassle Free Holiday Bazaar. With more than 100 vendors, there will be a variety of gift ideas from bath and body product, ceramics, home décor, photography, wearables and children’s items. Admission is FREE, and includes all day shopping, food & refreshments, and Friday night Happy Hour from 4­-6pm.

All attendees will have the opportunity to make a donation to support “Gift of Play!”, the city of Renton’s Recreational Scholarship Fund, which provides help for low-­income children, seniors and people with disabilities to afford program fees, and the opportunity to play!

Friday, November 16 11am – 6pm 

Saturday, November 17 9am – 5pm

Come join us for some fun Christmas shopping! Handmade crafts with other wonderful items. Bake sale and silent auction. Lunch will be available.

Come shop from local artisans and homemade crafters for unique holiday gifts.  There will be food vendors as well.

Also, if you are interested in selling your craft items, please contact Kelly at AMHSWinterBazaar@gmail.com.  Tables are $20, and help support the AMHS Booster Club.

Join us for our 3rd annual Holiday Craft Bazaar at Seven Summits Lodge. The event is open to be the public from 10am-1pm on November 17th. Come join in the fun for some early holiday shopping! 

Come join us at Cairn Brewing for our 3rd Annual Barking, Brews and Holiday Photos Too event and get holiday photos taken of your pup. 

This is a dog and family friendly event and all monetary proceeds will go directly to MLBR’s Boxers in need. 

Here are the details: $20 will get you 2 digital holiday photos – we will provide some props, but feel free to bring your own if you’d like Get $5 off your photo shoot if you bring a dog food donation, which will be given to Homeward Pet Adoption Center in Woodinville. Purchase a pint of Cairn’s craft beer after your photo shoot and Cairn will donate $1 to the rescue! The Seattle Barkery food truck will be joining us, which you don't want to miss! Great treats for your furry friends and some for humans too. There will be free face-painting for kids…okay…for adults too! 

This is going to be a great day! Hope to see a lot of familiar faces and a bunch of new ones!!

Seattle’s cherished holiday tradition, Gingerbread Village, makes a highly anticipated return to the Sheraton Grand Seattle Since 1992, the Sheraton’s expert culinary team has partnered with top local architecture firms to design, build and wow the crowds with intricate, larger-­than-­life gingerbread creations. The unforgettable event keeps more than 200,000 visitors coming back year after year, and is free to the public, although donations to the Northwest Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation are accepted and appreciated.

Ever wonder what it would be like to transport yourself to another world? To immerse yourself in world of endless adventures, curious characters and a timeless tale? This year’s Gingerbread Village is inspired by creative literary genius, Dr. Seuss’ Whoville. Seattle’s top architecture firms and the Sheraton hotel master culinary leads come together to build the town of Whoville for visitors. From the ominous lair of the Who with a heart three sizes too small, to his mischievous present stealing tactics, Whoville’s grand Christmas celebration and more, let this event help optimize the true meaning of the Christmas spirit and holiday cheer. The structural aspects will capture creative expressions from both the artists, guests and visitors of all ages.

Over the past two decades, the Gingerbread Village has raised more than $1 million for the JDRF. The Sheraton Grand Seattle’s staff donates more than 1,000 volunteer hours for this event and the displays use an estimated 1,200 lbs. of dough, 800 lbs. of icing, 200 lbs. o white chocolate, 250 lbs. of almond paste and hundreds of pounds of candy.

Few are the Janeites who haven’t speculated about what happened to their favorite Austen characters after the weddings that end each of her canonical six novels—and some have even taken up their own quill to continue the stories. Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's holiday-themed fanfic/play centers bookish sister Mary (whom Austen treated as a bit of a running gag). Opens Nov. 21. 7:30 p.m. Wed.–Thurs., 8 p.m. Fri., 2 and 8 p.m. Sat. Ends Dec. 29.

The Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship™ Festival is a ship-to-shore holiday celebration that has been a Northwest tradition since 1949. The Spirit of Seattle, the Official Christmas Ship™, is decorated with hundreds of shimmery white lights and sails to different Puget Sound waterfront communities – around 65 in all. Choirs on board the Christmas Ship™ perform to guests aboard as well as to our Follow Boats and to those communities gathered on shore. Select your preferred way to experience the Christmas Ship and prepare for the holiday event of the season!

Shop, dine and enjoy a myriad of magical activities and events, including spirited rides on the polar express train and Hyatt House horse carousel. Take a twirl on the synthetic skating rink. Visit Santa’s workshop for photos. Listen to the sounds of the season with over 25 live performances on Center Stage. Attend special events, including Redmond Lights. Spread holiday cheer with help from over 125 premier stores, restaurants and entertainment venues. Guests enjoy free parking all season. For complete event details, visit https://redmondtowncenter.com/event/winter-wonderland-kick-off/ 

Presented by KING 5

Designer trees throughout the hotel lobby feature stories of courageous Seattle Children’s Hospital patients—many available for sale. Through Dec. 2.

Skate, glide and slide into the holiday season at the Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink at Downtown Park, the region’s largest open-air ice skating experience! This beloved all-ages winter tradition is the perfect memory-making activity for family and friends. Rain, shine or snow, stop on by to the all-weather sheltered covered festive rink.

- Bellevue Downtown Park - 10201 NE 4th Street, southwest corner near Inspiration Playground

- Expanded ice surface - now over 9,000 square feet, an increase of 25% over previous years

- Food and beverage concession treats

- $15 admission (includes skate rental), $10 admission for 8 years and under (includes skate rental)

- Discount Admission Pass – purchase 10 skate admissions for $95 (includes skate rental), a savings of $45! Available at BellevueIceRink.com or during public hours at the Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink.

- Special events including, Stroller Skating, family skate days and themed skate nights.

- Open 52 consecutive days including all holidays.

Feel the magic of the season with Free Skate Mondays compliments of Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® card and Bank of America. Show your Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® card or Bank of America debit or credit card to receive two free skate admissions on Mondays. Promotion valid for one card per guest, per visit.

Receive $2 off skate admissions every day from November 23, 2018 – January 13, 2019 when you use your Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® card.

For more information, please visit BellevueIceRink.com

The Downtown Issaquah Association is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Historic Shell Holiday Shop. Each year a Historic Shell is transformed into a cozy, warm, pop-up shop displaying practical, fun and imaginative gifts made by talented local arts and designers. 

The shop will be open Friday through Sunday, 12:00 - 6:00 pm from November 23 – December 30 at 232 Front Street North.

Brought to you by the Downtown Issaquah Association and curated by So, There, the Historic Shell Holiday Shop has a wide selection of wonderful handmade goods for everyone on your holiday list. Browse beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry creations, holiday and home décor, journals, greeting cards and more and while you relish in the magic of the season. 

Open from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve, this shop is a great chance to find unique, quality gifts. Shop small, shop local!

Learn more about featured vendors at facebook.com/ShellHolidayShop/. For more information, contact Alison Lang at info@andsothere.com.

Featuring the World's Largest Christmas Light Maze, an ice-skating trail, Santa & Mrs. Claus, live entertainment, and more. Open 4–10 p.m. Tues., Wed., Thurs., Sun., plus some Mon.; 4–11 p.m. Fri.–Sat. Ends Dec. 30. 

This Northwest premiere come from the writer of BAT’s hit production last spring of Church & State. Performances run Nov. 23 through Dec. 16. 

The Burien Actors Theatre production, written by Jason Odell Williams, features specialty drinks themed to the show and plenty of free on-site parking, plus an opening night party.

Ayelet, a young Israeli woman with little command of English, reluctantly travels with her grandmother to America at Christmastime. Circumstances both hilarious and sad involving a DHX driver’s stolen truck and a “lost package” bring Ayelet together with Josh, a young man who has little command of Hebrew or romance. Is their attraction an accident, or a destiny generations in the making? "Hilarious and heartwarming"—NY Times. 

This show contains infrequent adult language that includes "G, D and J" words. BAT's policy is to inform audiences of content but to let parents, guardians and teachers make decisions that they feel appropriate for the youth and teens in their care.

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. at Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 4th Ave. S.W. in Burien.

Ticket prices range from $7 to $20. Student tickets are $10. Enjoy opening weekend deals: Tickets on opening night, Nov. 23, include free admission to the opening night party. On Saturday, Nov. 24 all tickets are half price. On Sunday, Nov. 25 which is BAT’s Seven Buck Sunday, admission is just $7. 

For tickets, special deals or other information, go to www.burienactorstheatre.org or call 206-242-5180.

Handle with Care is sponsored by 4Culture and Pickled & Preserved.

This two hour program includes: train ride from North Bend to Snoqualmie on seasonally decorated train cars, cookies and cocoa served out of an Army Kitchen Car, a visit with Santa in the historic Snoqualmie Depot, and a return ride to North Bend. A family holiday tradition since 1969. Two hours round-trip. Every child receives a small gift from Santa. Ticket includes return passage to North Bend. 

Train leaves every hour from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sat.–Sun., Nov. 24– Dec. 16.

The Broadway Market Holiday Pop-Up Market features a variety of vendor members from Seattle Made, an initiative to grow and support the area's urban manufacturing and producer economy. Vendors will be selling a variety of holiday gifts, wearables and hand-made merchandise, all with a focus on recycled and upcycled materials. This event is presented by Broadway Market, Blanton Turner and Seattle Made to celebrate Shop Small Saturday.

"This stuff is all made by hand and TOTALLY NERDY!" The Market also offers make-n-take crafting activities for kids. Free if you pre-register via Eventbrite, $2 at the door.

Booths will be set up including sponsors (LARC), Allegro will be doing a fun performance to help welcome Santa, and the KPD will be there.

Where else can you sip on fresh cider, count down with Santa as he lights the holiday tree and take a selfie with Sasquatch all in the same day? From 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Pike Place Market will be buzzing with elves, live music, and reindeer making the season bright! Santa will be hanging out under the iconic Public Market Center sign for free photos – for naughty and nice kids of all ages-- while the elusive Pacific Northwest legend Sasquatch (costume designed by Kelice Penny of the Market’s Careful It Bites) will be lurking in the Market DownUnder. Chef Traci Calderon will decorate cookies at the Atrium Kitchen. Or guests can watch artist David Harris create toy tops on a spinning wooden axis. Santa will lead the community tree lighting beginning at 5:00 p.m. to officially welcome the season of spirit!

The MarketFront Pavilion will feature locally-made Stockings and Stuffers. "Meeting the Producer” of your holiday gifts is a uniquely Pike Place Market experience – from hand-crafted jewelry to a handmade cranberry chutney – personal shopping is easy at Magic in the Market. Not only will there will be hundreds of inspired and unique trinkets and treats, local artisans will be hand-crafting stockings of every kind. From elegant handcrafted stockings made of leather to a whimsical “fuzzy foot” mantel hanging, the choices are endless and so are the gifts to put in them. Stockings and Stuffers will feature affordable items - all priced under $40 (stockings under $60). 

Market shoppers can sip on fresh cider, hot cocoa and other beverages while browsing more than 500 small independent businesses. A selection of holiday trees and swags/wreaths from Growing Washington will also be available.

Magic in the Market Event Schedule

What: 23rd Annual Magic in the Market

When:  Small Business Saturday, November 24th from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 Refer to detailed schedule below

Who:  Everyone!

Where:  Pike Place Market 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.:

o Free Cookie Decorating (Atrium Kitchen-1433 First Avenue) for families with kids 12 and under: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

o Free Santa Photos under the Market Clock 11am to 5pm 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., 

Stocking and Stuffers, MarketFront Pavilion:

o Purchase fresh cider, hot cocoa and other beverages from farmers and merchants on Pike Place while you shop the Market for seasonal foods and locally made gifts o MarketSpice, Indi Chocolate, Martin Family Orchards, Silver Springs Creamery will all be available

o There will be Market Elves, pigs and reindeers for enjoyment o Pick out the perfect holiday tree from Growing Washington and wreaths from local farmers on Pike Place

o Artist David Harris will demonstrate live woodturning o A Greg Anderson Mural and 6 creatures (3 new) on display

o 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Free Cookie Decorating (Atrium Kitchen)

1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Entertainment Lineup

o1:00-2:00 p.m. S.T.R.U.M. (Economy Building - Atrium) 

o 2:30-3:00 p.m. Green River Choir (MarketFront Plaza - Wood Deck)

o 3:00-4:00 p.m. S.T.R.U.M. (Market Clock - Stage)

o 4:30-5:30 p.m. Sundae + Mr. Goessl (Market Clock - Stage)

5:00 p.m.: Tree and Market lighting with Santa!

Holiday Parking : Did you know that Pike Place Market has some of the most accessible (and least expensive) parking in Downtown Seattle? Parking is available at both the Public Market Parking Garage at 1531 Western Avenue and the MarketFront Parking Garage at 1901 Western Avenue, with direct elevator access to the Market. The rate is $4 per hour up to four hours.

Garden d’Lights features over half a million sparkling lights formed into the whimsical shapes of plants, flowers, birds, animals, and cascading waterfalls set amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical Garden.

Garden d'Lights runs November 24 to December 30
4:30-­9pm every evening including holidays
(the lights go out at 9:30pm)

Tickets are $5 per person; children 10 and under are free and do not need a ticket.

Skip the lines and be assured of getting into the event by purchasing your ticket online .

Tickets can be used on any night.

Visit our event website to:
Purchase your ticket. Tickets are available now. Admission is $5 per person; children 10 and under are free.
Get parking details. Premium parking available in our lot, $5 per car, cash only, or park for free at Wilburton Hill Park.
Find out when you can visit the show for FREE!

Are you a member of the Garden? Family memberships receive four free tickets to Garden d'Lights and individual memberships receive one free ticket; tickets can be used on the night of your choice. Members, look for your free tickets in the mail in November. Become a member now and receive free tickets!

Want to Volunteer to help with this FUN event? Garden d'Lights volunteers are still needed! This is a fun and rewarding volunteer experience. To become a volunteer for Garden d'Lights, apply online, or email us and let us know you're interested.

Traditional holiday music, arias, and mariachi.

The Bravern is thrilled to announce a special Winter Illumination holiday lighting event on Saturday, November 24 at 6 p.m. to kick off the holiday season. The family-friendly event will showcase the property’s new LED, energy-efficient light installations, all custom made in Italy. The lighting fixtures include a custom gift box that will encapsulate the fountain on the 8th street arrival court and feature branded ornaments with the names of tenants and retailers. The gift box light fixture is exclusive to The Shops at The Bravern and will give the property an elegant glow for the holiday season.

“Hundreds of hours have been spent over the last 8 months to coordinate, prepare, and execute the successful installation of this set,” says Matthew Klutznick, General Manager of The Bravern, “We are very excited to see everything come together!” 

The festivities will begin promptly at 6 p.m. with a high-energy performance by the Sea Gals followed by remarks from Matthew Klutznick. Santa will also make an appearance at the event to spread holiday cheer to children of all ages, making his much-anticipated arrival to The Bravern in a luxury Rolls Royce. The evening will conclude with the official, full-property lighting ceremony of seasonal fixtures and décor. Shops will remain open until 8 p.m. the day of the event for holiday shopping and in-store activations. 

The Winter Illumination event at The Bravern is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to RSVP via Eventbrite for official event updates and exclusive offers. Complimentary 6-hour parking validation will be available for the event. 

What: The Bravern Winter Illumination Event

When: Saturday, November 24, 2018

Where: The Shops at The Bravern 11111 NE 8th St. Bellevue, WA 98004

Time: 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. 

Light Ceremony Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-bravern-holiday-lighting-party-tickets-51830798313 

Celtic yuletide music from the extended Boulding family. Eight concerts throughout the Puget Sound region, Nov. 25–Dec. 21; see magicalstrings.com for exact schedule and locations. 

Shop from the best modern, independent designers, artists and emerging brands this holiday season! Find one-of-a-kind gifts, shop with your squad, or bring the whole family for a fun and unique shopping experience. The energetic, festival-like atmosphere includes great music, free drinks and DIY projects, photo booth fun, and admission includes a limited-edition cotton tote bag!

Plus, our standard ticket price of $15 is discounted to only $5 thanks to our sponsor Constant Contact!

All General Admission Tickets include these great amenities & perks:

- a free, limited edition cotton tote

- refreshing drinks from our partners

- DIY watercolor gift tags

- fab gift wrapping

- holiday portraits and photo booth fun

- lounges to chill out in and take a breather

Kids under 12 get in free!

All tickets sales are final.

Spend the evening wrapped in the holiday spirit at the free Family Preview at Providence Health & Services’ 34th anniversary O’Christmas Trees event!  Bring the entire family to this holiday tradition and view 14 exquisitely designed trees that will be auctioned off at the Providence O’Christmas Trees Gala Dinner & Auction. Enjoy pictures with Santa, kids’ arts and crafts, exciting entertainment with headline performer Caspar Babypants, and free snacks. Peruse the beautifully decorated designer Christmas trees, which will include themes such as "A Charlie Brown Christmas,” “A Few of My Favorite Things,” and "Little Drummer Boy.” Vote on your favorite at this wonderful event for you and your loved ones to kick off the holiday season. 

Date:  Monday Nov. 26, 2018 

Time:  3 to 7 PM Open House 

Place:  The Westin Seattle 

  1900 5th Ave. (5th and Stewart), Seattle 

Features: Caspar Babypants and other live entertainment 

  Pictures with Santa (nominal fee) 

  Crafts for the kids 

  Holiday TreeView 

Price:  FREE 

Info:  Pamela.gargett@providence.org or call 206.938.4925 

www.providenceochristmastrees.org 

A Season for Singing Concert

Tuesday, November 27, 7pm

Presented by Nancy Stewart.

Family program, all ages welcome with adult.

Learn about holiday traditions from around the world at this musical celebration of the season.

Mark Chenovick's music-filled adaptation. Preview Nov. 29, opens Nov. 30. 8 p.m. Fri.–Sat. plus Thurs., Nov. 29 and Dec. 20; also 2 p.m. Sun., Dec. 23. Ends Dec. 23.

Nov. 30 ­and Dec. 1st from 9­–5 both days. Hand­crafted and new gift items for everyone. Decorations, cards, jewelry and more. All are welcome.

Movie of the Month: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

Friday, November 30, 4pm

Family program, ages 8 and younger with adult.

Rated PG; 105 minutes.

This humorous twist on a Christmas favorite, by Stefano LoVerso and Mary Irey, tells the story of a small theater group faced with the impossible, while “the show must go on.” What twists and turns are in store for our cast as they overcome one surprise after another? Holiday cheer for ages 8 and up. 

 Dinner Theatre: Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Dec. 6-8, 13-15, 21-22, 2018; enjoy an elegant five-course dinner and live theatre! Sunday Dessert Matinee: Dec. 2, 9, 16, 2018; a delicious dessert and live theatre. Festival admission included! Reservations and information at www.TheLightsofChristmas.com or 800-228-6724.

20800 Marine Dr. Stanwood, WA 98292

www.TheLightsofChristmas.com/holiday-theatre

registration@warmbeach.com

800-228-6724

Dinner Theatre $59;

Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Dec. 6-8, 13-15, 21-22; 6:00-9:45 PM

Dessert Matinee $38

Dec. 2, 9, 16; 4:00-6:15 PM

Lodging available by reservation at www.thelightsofchristmas.com or by phone at 800-228-6724.

By Charles Dickens
Adapted by Wynter and Brenden Elwood

Opening November 30th!

Join us for this festive, timeless story of joyful redemption that will surely put you into the holiday spirit!
November 30th through December 16th Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 7:30pm
Matinee: Sundays, December 2nd, 9th, 16th, 2:00pm 

Doors open 30 minutes before the show starts.
Thursdays are Pay­What­You­Will!

Help support a great cause! Come to the Auburn Valley Humane Society with your family cat or dog for a fun Christmas photo (this weekend), on Sat, Dec 1 & Sun, Dec 2, 9:00am - 3:00pm each day.

Join us for Photos with Santa Paws on Saturday and Sunday, December 1-2, from 9am to 3pm each day at the AVHS Shelter, 4910 A Street SE, Auburn, WA 98092. Support a great cause! Come to the shelter with your family cat or dog for a fun Christmas photo. For details and cost, please visit: https://www.auburnvalleyhs.org/santapaws/

Four Santas and three photographers will enhance your favorite holiday photo you have been waiting for all year. No appointment necessary with this professional photo package valued at $400.

We hope to see you there!

Support local artisans and Sno-Valley Senior Center by joining us for a fun day of festive holiday shopping, crafts, coffee, homemade soup and baked goods!

Interested in being a Bazaar vendor? Call 425-333-4152 ext. 3 or go to www.snovalleysenior.org!

Join us for wonderful gift and holiday shopping! Support over 80 local Artists & Crafters. We have a wonderful new space this year - the Spartan gym. Plenty of parking!

Seattle's largest indie craft show offers clothing of all types, jewelry, gifts, bags, wallets, accessories, children’s goods, toys, housewares, paper goods, candles, kits, geekery, art, food, and much, much more. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat., Dec. 1, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sun., Dec. 2.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

Saturday, December 1 • 10 to 5

Sunday, December 2 • 10 to 2

LOCAL & HANDCRAFTED

Fiber Arts • Jewelry • Fine Arts 

Cards & Calendars • Photography • Decor

Holiday Greenery • Gifts & Much More!

RAFFLE: Beautiful basket filled with 

donated items from artists at the fair

Proceeds benefit local charity.

Unity of Bellevue, 

16330 NE 4th St. 

Bellevue, WA 98008 

425-747-5950 

www.unityofbellevue.org

SANTA ARRIVAL & TREE LIGHTING AT COUNTRY VILLAGE

Bothell, WA. It’s a holiday wonderland at Country Village with live reindeer, caroling by local quartets, a whimsical gingerbread house display, surprise visit by the Grinch, and 35 local shops and restaurants all decked out in their best with thousands of twinkling lights. An animated light display featuring a 40’ sea serpent, fiddling pig, giant dragonfly, marching ducks and more!

Be sure to visit Santa’s Workshop featuring on the spot Santa Photos by Arthur & Associates. Complimentary hot roasted chestnuts begin at 4 pm ‘til they last. Santa will arrive on his brand new dazzling float at 7pm. He will light our sparkling traditional tree and greet the crowds. Everyone will get a chance to greet Santa and receive a candy cane.

This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, please call 425-483-2250 or visit our website at www.countryvillagebothell.com. Country Village is located just two miles north of Bothell or one mile south of Canyon Park, on the Bothell-Everett Highway, or take exit #26 off I-405 and go south one mile.

On Saturday, December 1st from 10am to 4pm, Juanita Elementary will be opening it's doors to the Kirkland community for their 3rd annual Holiday Bazaar.   With over 50 vendors and artisans selling unique goods, it's a great place to do some holiday shopping.   The Juanita Holiday Bazaar will include raffles, silent auction items, food and the Juanita Elementary Honor Choir will also be singing.   This event is open to the public and everyone is welcome.  It's a great way to support small local business owner's while also supporting our children and schools in their outdoor education fundraising efforts.

The Mercer Island High School International Entrepreneurship class is working with local businesses that sell unique items to put on the Islander Holiday Bazaar. This bazaar will take place at Mercer Island High School from 10 am ­ 4 pm and will have a ton of great holiday shopping, food, and holiday spirit for everyone in attendance! All proceeds from the bazaar will go towards supporting The Burao Academy in Somalia.

20+ HAND-PICKED MAKERS

Enjoy a unique holiday shopping experience in two historic buildings full of specialty goods by 120+ local artists and makers, curated by a jury. You’ll find an amazing array of items: home goods, jewelry and accessories, art, pottery, apparel, gifts for cooks, gifts for guys, gifts for mom, gifts for kids, gifts for yourself...

ALL-DAY ENTERTAINMENT

Take a break from shopping and enjoy performances on two stages— from bluegrass, jazz, and holiday pop to Middle Eastern, Morris and Jewish dancing.

COFFEE, LUNCH, TREATS & LIBATIONS

Munch tasty lunch items, grab a Starbucks espresso drink at the Snowflake Cafe, and indulge yourself with a huge bake sale selection. (Cash or checks only, please.).

New this year! Take a break and enjoy a drink in our outdoor beer and wine garden. (21+) Beer provided by Figurehead Brewing, sparkling wine by Treveri Cellars.

FESTIVAL PASSPORT – NEW!

Visit all corners of the festival— Blue Building, Brick Building, outdoor vendors too! Get your event passport stamped in at least 5 out of 6 locations and be entered to win one of the many goodie bags with items crafted by some of our amazing makers.

WREATH SALE

Get fresh holiday decorations at The Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-op wreath sale. The wreaths are responsibly grown in Oregon, and are a beautiful Pacific Northwest blend of freshly cut noble fir, blue berried juniper, cedar and natural pinecones. They are $25 each and the proceeds support the preschool and scholarship fund.

QUILT RAFFLE

Enter to win a one-of -a kind hand-made quilt crafted by Stash Busters. The quilt raffle is a Winter Festival holiday tradition and proceeds benefit PNA programs. Tickets are $1 or $5 for 6, and will be available in the Blue Building lobby and in the Phinney Center office before the event. Some lucky winner will get to take this work of art home after the raffle at 4 pm on Sunday. You do not have to be present to win.

SHOP FOR COMMUNITY

Not only are you supporting local artisans, you are also contributing to PNA’s nonprofit programs–such as a hot meal program, the Greenwood Senior Center, memory -loss programming, kids’ programs, a tool lending library, an art gallery, as well as numerous community projects, events, and classes.

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays with family and friends! Meet Santa and his animal helpers! Take part in the most unique annual holiday celebration in the Northwest, offering excitement and fun for everyone!

10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. daily Dec. 1–23.

Meet Santa Claus in his House

Santa is available Dec. 1-23 from 10:30am to 1:00pm and 1:30pm to 4:00pm with short breaks to check on his Reindeer.

Picture Yourself with Santa

Capture the joy of the Holiday Season by purchasing a photo with the Big Man Himself,

Santa Claus. $15 for the first photo in a special Reindeer Festival photo folder.

$10 for each additional photo or $5 for 3 photos using your own camera.

See Santa’s Reindeer Team

On your way to Santa’s House and Barn, feed his Reindeer and watch them play.

Stop by Santa’s Post Office

Write a letter or draw a picture for Santa and put it in his personal mailbox.

Sit in the Grand Traveling Sleigh

Sit in the Sleigh that Santa uses to make his remarkable journey around the World.

Hear a Story from an Elf

Visit Story Time Theater for a story read by an Elf (On the hour Dec. 1-23).

Wander through the Magic Forest

Hand Feed Santa’s South American Reindeer and Santa's Special Listeners, and hop on over to his Postal Carriers with built in pouches.

Observe Santa’s Kittens

Admire the strength and skill of Santa’s Kittens and as they prepare to accompany Santa and his Reindeer Team.

Embark on a Magical Journey

Take in the magnificent sights and sounds of this unique Holiday Festival.

Watch Santa’s Candy Cane Makers

Notice how carefully they clean their stripes before helping Santa make beautiful candy canes.

Feed treats to Santa’s Animals

Feed Santa’s designated creatures zoo approved yummy treats (available for purchase).

Shop for Unique Gifts Galore!

Discover the perfect holiday gift for yourself or anyone on your list at the Wild Treasures Gift Shop. Pick up a puzzling puzzle, a cuddly creature, or a festive fleece to complete your holiday shopping.

Admire the Breathtaking Art & Bronze Sculptures

Take a moment to peruse the stunning collection of Wildlife Art in the Nature Gallery and Museum and view the largest collection of Animal Bronzes of any Zoo in the country.

Give to our Toy Drive

The Issaquah Reindeer Festival proudly donates toys to kids in need. Bring your new, unwrapped present to the Festival and receive one free child's admission to Cougar Mountain Zoo for your next visit January through March 2018.

Enjoy Hot Drinks and Snacks

Treat yourself to hot chocolate, apple cider, scrumptious cookies and other tasty treats available to purchase from the Snack Shop (Dec. 1-23).

Ring in the holiday season in downtown Kirkland with the annual Winterfest celebration! Enjoy musical performances, kids’ activities, delicious food, the arrival of Santa and the tree lighting at 5 p.m.

Visit Heirloom during Downtown Snoqualmie’s Winter Lights event. Featuring handmade goods from local artists and makers as well Snoqualmie partners and businesses! Stop in and Eat, Sip and Shop in a magical Euro-style outdoor market with live entertainment and unique gifts for everyone on your list.

Event Schedule:
9:30am-­1pm Heirloom Brunch

2-­6pm Holiday Winter Market with family friendly happy hour menu
· Custom Heirloom gift boxes
· Custom wreaths with Down To Earth
· Bakers, artisans, roasters, jewelry, live music and more!

6:30pm Tree Lighting Celebration

Snuggle up and get cozy—Choir of the Sound has something under the tree for everyone this December. Our gifts of song will include familiar carols, your favorite holiday pop songs, and some shiny new surprises! We’ll wrap them up with costumes and sets, and trim them with skits and dances. Kick off your holiday season by sharing our special brand of comfort and joy!

3 & 7 p.m. Sat., Dec. 1, 3 p.m. Sun., Dec. 2.

Redmond Lights celebrates the City's diverse holiday traditions, cultures, and faiths. Experience this three part, progressive event, by starting at the City Hall Campus Tree Lighting; strolling down the Redmond Central Connector Luminary Walk; and ending the evening at Redmond Town Center. Along the way enjoy musical entertainment, refreshments, and fun activities for the whole family.

Saturday 4-8pm

Sunday TBD

For more information visit our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/RedmondParks or www.RedmondLights.com

Please join us for the Downtown Community Celebration at Holly Days, North Bend's very own hometown holiday festival and tree lighting!

This is your opportunity to begin shopping for the holidays with our local merchants, meet Santa, enjoy local live, performances and more.

The Holly Days Downtown Community Celebration will take place in downtown North Bend, with our special tree lighting ceremony near the corner of 102 W North Bend Way.

Also visit this location for your free photo (indoors) with Santa, then hop onto the festive RE/MAX tractor for a ride, hot chocolate and caroling! 

For more information, visit www.DiscoverNorthBend.com/176/Holly-Days 

Festivities will occur in Downtown North Bend, from Bendigo to Ballarat, on North Bend Way. 

Visit Santa at Cook Real Estate: 102 W North Bend Way 

Participate in the tree lighting ceremony, with Mayor Ken Hearing and Ignite Dance: On the corner of 102 W North Bend Way 

Catch your tractor ride with RE/MAX, at 208 Main Ave S.

Come downtown for Snoqualmie Winter Lights! Experience the tree lighting, live music, horse‐drawn wagon rides, an ice carving demo, treats, and more! Visit with Santa at the Railroad Park Gazebo. New this year: Heirloom Winter Market from 2‐6 pm. After the celebration, stay downtown to dine, sip, and delight in the lights.

For more than 30 years, local Grammy award winning artists, Eric Tingstad and Nancy Rumbel, have been home for the holidays creating a longstanding tradition with Northwest families. Join us at Unity of Bellevue for a wonderful evening of music, filled with holiday music and favorites from their albums. Come a little early and do some holiday and Christmas shopping at the handcrafted arts festival that day as well!!

Tickets $25 Seniors $20 [Children 10 & under $10 with adult ticket]

Runners, walkers and dog fans are all welcome at this year’s K9 Candy cane 5K Fun Run & Walk along Renton’s Cedar River Trail. Competitive runners, fun runners, walkers, families and dogs are all welcome.

Participants receive:
Professional chip timing
Hooded sweatshirt
Prize giveaways, post­race refreshments, and photos with Santa!

Register at www.rentonwa.gov/k9 All participants are requested to bring an item for the pet food drive benefitting the Seattle Humane Society of Seattle/King County. 

Sakya Monastery of Tibetan Buddhism will host its annual holiday sale on Sunday, December 2, 2018 from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Its cultural hall will be transformed into a marketplace selling prayer flags, incense, art prints, books, music, prayer beads, jewelry, calendars, clothing, baked goods and more. Tibetan tea will be served.

At Noon, a guide will give a free tour of the Monastery’s Shrine Room with its traditional Tibetan murals, sculptures, mandalas, and triple life-sized golden Buddha statue. 

Contact:
Alyssa McFarland, Administrative Assistant (M-F, 8am - noon)
monastery@sakya.org

Light it up! Hanukkah comes alive with art projects.

A musical celebration of the season with The Liberty Singers from Issaquah’s Liberty High School.

Kick off your holiday season with a classic—the Federal Way Symphony performing Handel’s “Messiah” with the Federal Way Chorale. A Federal Way tradition for nearly a decade, the concert will take place Sunday, December 2nd at 2:00 p.m. Come experience this powerful work culminating in the exultant “Hallelujah” chorus at the Federal Way Performing Arts & Events Center, 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way, South—close to I-5 with plenty of free parking. Tickets at https://fwpaec.org/federal-way-symphony-the-messiah/ or call the box office at (253) 835-7010.

“Songs for a Winter’s Night” includes favorite holiday treasures and a sing-along.

Elisabeth Cherland conducts seasonal music. 3 p.m. Sun., Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8.

Save the date and start planning your entry into the Light Up the Night Parade and Holiday Beach Party at Lake Sammamish State Park, 4:30 – 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 2.

The parade will be made up of people who come wearing their finest holiday lights. “With battery operated LED lights, and twinkling sweaters and hats, we anticipate people will get creative,” said Jennifer Adut, Executive Director of Friends of Lake Sammamish State Park. The parade will be led by Hoopsmiles LED hula hoops.

Decorated wagons, strollers, tricycles and more are also encouraged. There will be prizes for the most creative lighted participants. The parade will begin at the Sunset Beach parking lot, proceed on the entry road and loop around the playground and past the bathhouse.

There will be festive entertainment by Joyas Mestivas with music, dance and regional costuming of Mexico. Concessions will be available.

Bonfires on the beach will take away the chill. Bring your own marshmallows and roasting sticks if you’d like. You may also want to bring a beach chair to sit under the stars and appreciate the holiday lights visible at homes around the lake.

In case of rain, the event will be moved to the following Sunday, Dec. 9. Light Up the Night is free, courtesy of Friends of Lake Sammamish State Park.

More info: https://www.lakesammamishfriends.org/

Contact: Jennifer at director@flssp.org

Telling the Stores of Christmas Traditions

December 2nd at 6:00pm

This is a great event to begin the Christmas Season.

Bring your friends and family for a warm, fun, and worshipful experience!!!

Please come and join us for the fun and festivities.

Oh! And don't forget the yummy food.

Where: Bonney Lake Church of the Nazarene

7410 Myers RD. E., Bonney Lake, 98391

www.bonneylakenazarene.org

253-863-8260

Join us for BYSO's 54th concert season! This year we celebrate African American Music and Its Influences. African American composers and performers have influenced every genre of music, helping to create what we now know as American music. This season, you will be hearing classical and popular music connected to this rich and lively heritage!

Our Magic of Mistletoe concert will be featuring Bellevue Youth Symphony Orchestra's Percussion Ensemble, Flute Choir, Flute Orchestra, Philharmonia, and Youth Symphony. Highlights include Johann Sebastian Bach's Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring from Cantana No. 147 and surprise pieces with respect to our season theme. 

We look forward to celebrating wonderful music with you!

"Home for the Holidays."

’Tis the season for a visit from a jolly older gentleman who’s about to lavish gifts on you. I mean filmmaker/raconteur John Waters, America's paterfamilias of perversion, and the gift is his holiday monologue. A John Waters Christmas is full of reflections on the spirit of the season, with plenty of helpful advice on decorating (do you have an electric chair at home you’re not using? String it with lights!—like Waters does with a prop from his film Female Trouble), toy safety, and (possibly most important) spending time with ideologically unenlightened family members.

Local artists, wine tasting, and live music!

Come experience some of the Northwest’s most talented artists at SpringHill Suites by Marriott’s Art of Local event! Stop by on December 5th from 5-8 p.m. to experience local artists, live holiday music, wine tasting, and ornament making.

We are excited to also announce fundraising efforts for Clark Elementary at this event. 100% of donations will go to the school’s art program. If you are unable to attend the event but would like to donate, you may bring your donations to our hotel between November 28 – December 5.

With accompanist Chris Jeffries, her annual extravalooza of "questionable song, unnecessary dance, overburdened costumes, and side­splitting video." Opens Dec. 6. Runs Wed.–Sun. plus Mon., Dec. 17 & 24; see website for exact schedule. Ends Dec. 24.

Every year Brimmer & Heeltap makes a special aged batch of eggnog and starts serving it Friday, November 23rd. It’s something we have come to look forward to. 

This year, we added it to our bar pop-up and invited none other than the talented and sought after Sun Liquor. Their crew will come prepared with their tasty batch and we’ll be serving up both styles, fire pit blazing, s’mores and hot cocoa too! 

Après ski attire welcomed as the weather might dictate a little extra layered warmth to go with your tasty winter concoction!

It's 1963 and the producers of Judy Garland's TV show have decided that what she needs is a nice Christmas special, something with the whole family in it: lovely Liza, cutie Lorna and little flamboyant Joey.  But where the hell's Judy?  When she does show up can the producers keep her on the set and off the booze?  Here's a stage version of the actual, infamous TV episode. Opens Dec. 6. 8 p.m. Thurs.–Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends Dec. 22.

Kitten N’ Lou host this revue boasting "an all-star international cast of burlesque, cabaret, dance, drag, and musical luminaries," including Cherdonna Shinatra, The Luminous Pariah, Rebecca Mmm Davis, and many others. Opens Dec. 7; runs Wed.–Sun. plus Mon., Dec. 24; see website for exact schedule. Ends Dec. 30. 

In its 13th year, Lily Verlaine and Jasper McCann make the holiday chestnut a little spicier. Opens Dec. 7; runs daily (except Dec. 25) through Dec. 30; see website for exact schedule.

Hundreds of books for all ages in a wide-ranging selection of genres. You’re bound to find a few treasures for reading and giving!   

Friday, December 7, 10am-6pm
Saturday, December 8, 10am-5pm

Anyone interested in volunteering for setup or take down, please contact the Friends of Newcastle Library at: friendsnewcastlelib@gmail.com.

This festive family fun event is a perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Enjoy a petting zoo, face painting, crafts, live entertainment and treats. The event is free and open to the public. 

Children and adults alike will delight in this holiday light performance at the Google Kirkland campus. Bring the family for free photos in the photo booth, hot chocolate and cookies for the first 1,500 people, meet Keiko the llama and watch a choreographed light show featuring 10,000 lights.

Gather with family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of merriment and cheer at this community tradition. 

Meet us at Mercerdale Park for the community tree lighting ceremony, and then mosey over to the North Fire Station for live music, Santa photos, arts & crafts, and treats. Don't forget an unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots toy drive hosted by Coldwell Banker Bain.

Community Tree Lighting Ceremony: 6:30-7 pm | Mercerdale Park

Firehouse Munch: 7-8:30 pm | North Fire Station

Presented by Mercer Island Parks & Recreation and

Mercer Island Firefighters IAFF Local 1762

The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world--so when they crash Sunday school and demand parts in the Christmas pageant, the whole town panics. These kids have never even heard the Christmas story, but they definitely have rewrites! Soon everyone is calling for first-time director Grace to fire the Herdmans. But it's up to Grace and the Reverend to help their community see the Christmas story and the Herdman kids through new eyes. Join us for this buoyant musical adaptation of the funny and touching holiday classic. 

Opens Dec. 7. 7 p.m. Thurs.–Fri., 2 & 7 p.m. Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends Dec. 16.

Tickets: $17/$14 (pre-sale only) $22/19 (door sale only). Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043 or order online for print-at-home tickets. All tickets subject to $1.00 processing fee.

Their new immersive culinary theater event is a holiday-themed “Dragatha Christie” mystery. Opens Dec. 7. 7:30 p.m. Wed.–Sat., 6 p.m. Sun. Ends Dec. 29.

Twelfth Night Productions does Dickens, 1940s-style. Opens Dec. 7. 7:30 p.m. Fri.–Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends Dec. 16.

With pianist Tony DeSare, vocalist Capathia Jenkins, and the University of Washington Chorale. 8 p.m. Fri., Dec. 7–Sat., Dec 8, 2 p.m. Sun., Dec. 9.

Adé, Waxie Moon, Mandy Price, and Faggedy Randy join Shoemaker for this comedy revue. Opens Dec. 7. 8 p.m. Thurs.–Sat. plus 2 p.m. Sun., Dec. 23. Ends Dec. 23.

Kick off your holiday shopping at the Auburn High School Holiday Craft Bazaar. Food, Fun and Something for Everyone.  Admission is Free.

Join Santa for a pancake breakfast at the Fife Community Center. Enjoy a breakfast and hot cocoa bar, create a holiday craft and share your Christmas wish list with Santa. Don't forget to bring your camera!

Must pre-register by Thursday, December 6

Children must attend with a parent or responsible adult. Breakfast will be served from 9:15-10:15 a.m.

Cost: Participants 3 & Up $8.00

2 & U Free

Adults must also be registered

A holiday tradition in Kent celebrating 36 years! The Christmas Rush is a 10k run and 5k run/walk along the Green River Trail.

The course is flat and perfect for those going for time or a morning walk.  First 400 participants age 13 and under run for FREE courtesy of the Tab Wizard, with support from Kent Bowl and Proliance Orthopedic Associates.  (Offer is good through Active.com only).

Registration is $15 and $30 with a shirt.  

Shirt order deadline is October 31.

(Registration is $25 after December 1)

The Alliance Française de Seattle is holding its annual Christmas Market on Saturday, December 8th from 10 am to 2 pm. Organized for the first time in partnership with Goethe Pop Up Seattle in a true European fashion, the market will feature arts, crafts and products from local artisans and businesses. Come discover typical French and German holiday drinks and food, enjoy a French Choir performance and make sure not to miss Santa's visit!

The event will take place in the Chapel Performance Space in the Good Shepherd Center in Seattle (4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103, 4th floor). This is a free event for all ages.

Lakewold Gardens invites you to its 2018 Holiday Bazaar on December 8th and 9th, 10a-4p daily. The Wagner House will be transformed into a holiday shopping paradise! Join us and shop to your heart’s content at our amazing vendors featuring local, handmade items. Admission by donation.

Join us for our most delicious fundraiser of the year! CookieFest 2018 is a gathering of the area’s most talented and generous bakers. Our annual pop-up bake sale is a cookie-lovers’ holiday dream.

Join us at the Seattle Center’s Armory Loft space during Winterfest for a fun day out at the Seattle Center.

Doors open at 11 a.m. and stay open until the last cookie is sold. Typically, it is about 3 hours after opening.

Cookies will be sold for $20/dozen or $2 per cookie. All proceeds directly benefit Seattle Milk Fund’s families.

Cookie customers can bring their own cookie vessels, and there will be plenty of bakery boxes on hand for those who need them.

Holiday music from the NWAA combined choruses. 2 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8–Sun., Dec. 9.

Sing along with Carrie Clark & the Lonesome Lovers and the Von Piglet Family Players. 4 & 6:30 p.m. for kids ($5–$12), 9 p.m. for adults.

Carols old and new in “Home for the Holidays.”

Their fifth annual Cool Yule Holiday Party and Concert features free desserts, a cash bar, and jazz and holiday tunes from one of Seattle's premier vocal jazz groups. 

Olivier Messiaen’s breathtaking Christmas cycle for piano, Vingt Regards sur l’enfant Jesus, performed by candlelight.

Performing Ellington and Strayhorn’s Jazz Nutcracker. 7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8, 2 p.m. Sun., Dec. 9.

Hosted by Blammer & Wong and now in its second year, The Chanukah Party is an annual community multi-media celebration featuring live standup comedy, musical performances, a dance party, and home-cooked food. 

Enjoy a delicious spread of Jewish and Chinese fare as comedian Wilfred Padua opens the night with a set of standup. Then Portland’s Brown Calculus will bring their brand of intergalactic soul to the stage. Next, the luxury bedroom dreamscapes of Irene Barber’s Nearby, followed by the cinematic noir-pop of Hotels to close the live music portion of the evening. Deep partiers can burn off the fried rice and Matzoh ball soup by dancing to the sounds of KEXP DJ Atticus until close.

Blammer & Wong are Blake Madden and Mike Wong respectively. These two friends have spent the last six years throwing once-a-month dinner parties in and around Seattle at revolving locations. Maybe you’ve been to one before. If not, this will be a helluva place to start.

Blammer & Wong parties are about community, and our community is always growing. We’re happy to have you. All are welcome.

- Blammer & Wong

The Jingle Bell Run is a fun way to get decked out and be festive, while racing to raise funds and awareness to cure America’s #1 cause of disability. The funds raised are crucial to advance arthritis research—to discover new treatments, and a cure, faster than ever. Hosting over 6,000 participants each year, we are proud to be the #1 Jingle Bell Run in the country! Our participants are competitive runners, families, corporate teams, social clubs and individuals. People dress up in festive holiday attire, tie bells to their shoes and run through downtown Seattle to support those living with Arthritis! Whether you are a walker or runner, plan on stopping by Elf Village (kid’s area), the Holiday Cheer Garden (21+), or visit the LIVE reindeer after the race, we invite you to join us this year to raise funds and awareness for all of those who live with arthritis! 100 percent of your registration fee and fundraising efforts go to support the more than 54 million Americans and 300,000 children living with this painful disease!

Ashley Moise

amoise@arthritis.org

206-547-2707

Bring your little ones and join us for a special children’s musical event, featuring kid entertainment by Recess Monkey, aboard the official Christmas Ship™. Dance, sing and be silly as we sail around Puget Sound. Santa will be on board reading 'Twas the Night Before Christmas to get us in the holiday spirit. Don't miss out on this fun-filled family event!

Join Ray’s Café on Sunday, December 9 for an all-ages Gingerbread House Decorating party and drive benefitting Mary’s Place to help local families in need!

The $12 per person ticket includes gingerbread house building materials like graham crackers, icing and festive candy to create any house you can dream up, while you sip on complimentary hot chocolate! The event will take place on the Café’s heated and covered patio. Dress warm! Food and drinks are available for purchase.

Reservations are required and two time slots are available: 11:30am or 1:45pm. Call 206.789.3770 to reserve your spot.

Ray’s is asking guests to bring twin blankets and baby formula to the event. These are two high-needs items at Mary’s Place that will make a huge difference in the lives of struggling families.

Visit www.rays.com/blog for more details.

A concert full of rocking and rolling Hanukkah songs? It’s a Hanukkah miracle! Indie-pop band The LeeVees’ (Adam Gardner of the band Guster and Dave Schneider from the Zambonis) have taken up the important task of writing a bunch of rockin’ Hanukkah songs. Their debut album, “Hanukkah Rocks”, features humorous songs like “How Do You Spell Chanukkahh?” and the classic punk tune “Gelt Melts,” that ask tough questions set to fun, catchy music. There’s plenty of fist-pumping sing-along action and fun, kitsch factor for all kids, teens, and parents alike! 

Vince Guaraldi's immortal score, played complete, as a fundraiser for Strawberry Theatre Workshop. 1 p.m. family ($18–$24), 7 p.m. main event ($30–$75).

“Songs for a Winter’s Night” includes favorite holiday treasures and a sing-along.

Classical music and winter favorites.

Handel's Messiah, led by Linda Gingrich.

Celebrating Winter and its diverse festivities with hurdy-gurdy, hammered dulcimer, whistle, violin, recorder, guitar, drums, mandolin, and songs that'll bring a bright spot to the darkest Winter's day. Featuring Will Pint, Felicia Dale, Tania Opland, and Mike Freeman.

Their popular annual holiday blowout features the debut of their new vocal ensemble, The Supertonics.
7:30 p.m. Dec. 9, 20, 21, 23
8 p.m. Dec. 16
2 p.m. Dec. 23

Parents, bring your own baby to share Hanukkah traditions.

A triple bill of nostalgia from the master Muppeteer: Emmet Otter’s Jug-­Band Christmas, The Bells of Fraggle Rock, and a making-of featurette, “Memories of the Jug­-Band.” 4 & 7 p.m. Mon., Dec. 10, 1 & 4 p.m. Sun., Dec. 16; see website for participating theaters.

“Songs for a Winter’s Night” includes favorite holiday treasures and a sing-along.

Experience the wonder of the iconic sculptures in the park lit with the glow of luminaria. Make art, listen to music, sip a hot drink, grab a sweet bite, and take in the sights. Come dressed in your best light-inspired ensemble and become a part of the night!

Electric violinist Geoffrey Castle brings the Christmas magic with the Seattle Irish Dance Company, the All-Star Celtic Night Band, special guests from the Seattle Opera, and known Irish troublemaker Dan Connolly. 

Snow Day in Denny Park

Shorter Days, Brighter Nights

An Immersive Winter Lighting Display in Denny Park - Running from Dec. 14, 2018-Jan. 20, 2019

Grand Opening Party Dec. 14th, 4:00PM-9PM (Free & All Ages)! 

When winter arrives we all hope for a Snow Day, a chance to escape the drudgery of your week and go out and play. When the nights get longer, the stars get brighter, turning the world whimsical and wonderful. Is there anything more magical than a Snow Day? Snow Day is an Immersive Winter Lighting Display in Denny Park running from Dec. 14-Jan 20th, hosted by Friends of Denny Park, Downtown Seattle Association and the South Lake Union Chamber. The lighting event will kick off with a FREE, all-ages Grand Opening Party on Friday, December 14th featuring holiday-themed entertainment, interactive crafts for the kids, food trucks, a holiday beer garden, giant snow globe photo booth, mini holiday market and more! The lighting display will turn on promptly at 4PM and remain on until 9 PM each day. Snow Day would not be possible without the generosity of our corporate sponsors, including Amazon, Vulcan Real Estate, KISS FM, Seattle Parks & Recreation, BECU, McKenzie, KEXP, Union Church, A Seattle Church and more to be announced!

St. James Cathedral's adult and youth choirs, organists, and Cathedral Brass perform music for the Advent season, with traditional readings heralding Christ’s birth. 

Electric violinist Geoffrey Castle brings the Christmas magic with the Seattle Irish Dance Company, the All-Star Celtic Night Band, special guests from the Seattle Opera, and known Irish troublemaker Dan Connolly. 

Countertenor Dmitry Sinkovsky conducts and sings the alto solos in Messiah, with Yulia Van Doren, Colin Balzer, and Michael Kelly.

8 p.m. Fri., Dec. 14
1 & 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15
2 p.m. Sun., Dec. 16.

Emerging and established makers, local eats, holiday drinks, DJ sets, workshops, installations, and more. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15–Sun., Dec. 16.

Electric violinist Geoffrey Castle brings the Christmas magic with the Seattle Irish Dance Company, the All-Star Celtic Night Band, special guests from the Seattle Opera, and known Irish troublemaker Dan Connolly. 

Tacoma City Ballet's production. 2 p.m. Dec. 15, 16, 22, 23; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20–21.

William White conducts Messiah.

A 40-year tradition, patterned after the Christmas Eve observance at King’s College in Cambridge, England. See website for complete schedule, Dec. 15–23.

Seasonal favorites and sing-alongs evoke "The Spirit of Christmas."

Kirkland’s premier long-distance run returns with more spirit than ever before! Come run and walk in your best holiday costumes and attire for this spirited 12K or 5K event, with a free kid’s dash, food, live music, and more waiting for you just across the finish line.

Christmas, Hanukkah, and other seasonal music for band. 

Tacoma City Ballet's production. 2 p.m. Dec. 15, 16, 22, 23; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20–21.

Come sing, play, or hear the Christmas portion of G. F. Handel’s Messiah, under the direction of Dr. Jason Anderson. Hosted in partnership with members of the Issaquah Philharmonic Orchestra, this is a benefit for Issaquah Community Services “Merry Christmas Fund”. 100% of donations assist families in need. A reception follows in the parish hall.

Who should attend? Singers of all ages, abilities, and skill levels; instrumentalists comfortable with playing Baroque music; community members who enjoy hearing this beautiful music.

Instrumentalists: Please contact Morven Balmidiano <m.balmidiano@yahoo.com> by Dec. 1 to express your interest. Orchestra space is limited, so please be sure to contact Morven by the deadline. Bring your own music stand; the church will provide instrumental parts.

Film and traditional favorites with soprano Alexandra Picard and Classical KING FM 98.1 host David Beck. 

Familiar carols and original songs. With the Kent Lutheran Handbell Choir, the HeartSong Youth Choir, and harpist Kathlyn Kinney.

Choristers and adults of four cathedral choirs join with young children of Saint Mark’s in this dramatic telling of the nativity story. 

Tacoma City Ballet's production. 2 p.m. Dec. 15, 16, 22, 23; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20–21.

The PNW’s Acoustic Holiday tradition returns with award-winning ensemble Erwilian! Enjoy the sounds of the season with an evening of festive instrumental music performed on 50+ acoustic instruments.

A two-night event, a visual feast for the eyes and the ears! Both evenings, Dec. 21 and 22, will feature music ranging from traditional to lesser-known carols as well as original compositions, all featuring Erwilian's signature sound.

The Argosy Holiday Ship returns to Luther Burbank Park this season! Cozy up with a warm drink next to the beach bonfire and enjoy a live choir performance broadcasted from the lead ship. Come one, come all for some holiday fun!

Argosy Holiday Ship Festival

Friday, December 21 | 7:30 pm | Luther Burbank Park Beach

FREE and open to all ages!

Join Danny Vernon as he presents classic Elvis along with some great traditional Christmas selections. From a young age, Elvis Presley's voice, soul and presence captured Danny’s imagination. Singing along with his father's discarded albums, Danny trusted that one day his dream of recapturing the "Illusion of Elvis" would come true. This show is classic, you don’t want to miss it!

Tickets: $25/$22. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043 or order online for print-at-home tickets. All tickets subject to $1.00 processing fee.

Improvised redubbing of so-bad-they're-good cult films.

Some of the best loved Christmas carols were written by Jewish songwriters, and this doc tells their story. Plays with short film "Hannah Cohen's Holy Communion."

Meets at Lewis Creek Park Visitor Center, 5808 Lakemont Blvd SE 

Head outside this winter to reflect on the passage of time in nature. We’ll ponder seasonality, forest changes, and the bygone residents of the area. All ages are welcome. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. This hike’s difficulty is rated as easy (1 mile with approximately 50 ft elevation change). No pre-registration or RSVP required.

For more info contact Lewis Creek Visitor Center at LCVC@BellevueWA.gov or (425)452-4195.

An evening of varietè, music, dancing, laughter, apps, and champagne.