November 2024
Enjoy the best events, festivals, and fun things to do around Puget Sound—including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellevue.
| Concerts | ||
|---|---|---|
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| Nov. 21 | Eagles (tribute) | Federal Way |
| Nov. 21 | Vitamin String Quartet | Moore |
| Nov. 22 | Eagles (tribute) | Tacoma |
| Nov. 22 | Macklemore | Benaroya |
| Nov. 22-23 | John Craigie | Neptune |
| Nov. 22-23 | Zach Bryan | Tacoma Dome |
| Nov. 23 | La Femme | Showbox |
| Nov. 23 | Trans Siberian | Climate Pledge |
| Nov. 25 | King Diamond | Moore |
| Nov. 25 | Latto | WaMu |
| Nov. 30 | Michael W. Smith | Benaroya |
| more concerts | ||
November 1, 2024
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.
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.
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+).
November 1 - 2, 2024 (9 p.m.)
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+.
November 1 - 2, 2024 (7 to 10 p.m.)
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.
November 1 - 2, 2024 (7 to 11 p.m.)
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+.
November 1 - 2, 2024 (6:30 to 10 p.m.)
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+.
November 1 - 2, 2024 (7 to 10 p.m.)
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.
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.
November 1 - 3, 2024 (7:30 p.m.)
multiple locations
The Earshot Jazz Festival features dozens of concerts by local and worldwide jazz greats. Closed Monday.
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.
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. To see a restaurant’s specials, click its name in the directory. Held in the spring and fall.
November 2, 2024 (6 to 9 p.m.)
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
The $193 Oyster New Year serves 25 varieties of oysters, with a seafood and desserts buffet, wine, beer, spirits, and DJ music on Pier 56 at Elliott’s Oyster House, 1201 Alaskan Way in Seattle for age 21+.
November 2, 2024 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Short Run Comix Festival showcases makers of books, zines, comics, and animation in Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
November 2, 2024 (12 to 5 p.m.)
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.
November 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. [One ticket was available the last time we checked.]
November 2, 2024 (6 to 11:30 p.m.)
Pinehurst (7.9 miles N)
Heather Tartan Ball & Silent Auction is an evening of Scottish music, dancing, a silent auction, meat pies for sale, and a no-host bar at the Latvian Community Center, 11710 3rd Ave. NE in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
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 7 p.m. and the after-party at 9 p.m. inside the Great Gallery at The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle for age 10+. [Remaining tickets are standing room only $49.]
November 2, 2024 (12 to 5 p.m.)
Bellevue (10 miles E)
Celebrate the Hindu holiday Diwali, also known as The Festival of Lights, with Indian dance performances, art & clothing displays, a photo opportunity, and artists who will apply temporary henna at Bellevue Square, 575 Bellevue Square in Bellevue. Performance schedule.
November 2, 2024 (6 to 9 p.m.)
Renton (19 miles SE)
Taste local wines 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.
November 2, 2024 (1 to 7 p.m.)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Sample local beers and ciders, and meet Northwest craft brewers in the beer garden at $40 Brewallup Craft Beer Festival, which includes three live bands, a car show, and food trucks at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Bring age 21+ ID. Your $40 ticket includes eight tastes, four ounces each.
November 2 - 3, 2024 (7 p.m.)
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.
November 2 - 3, 2024 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Capitol Hill (1 mile NE)
Cascadia Poetry Festival features writing workshops, panel discussions, and readings by a dozen poets at Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave. in Seattle. Schedule.
November 2 - 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.
November 2 - 10, 2024
Everett (29 miles N)
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 Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave. in Everett.
November 2 & 16, 2024 (4:45 to 10 p.m.)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Puyallup Flat Track features motorcycles and quads racing on an indoor track for $10 at the door of Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Enter at the green gate. Children age 5 and younger are free.
November 3, 2024
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.
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.
November 3, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Shop for all things cat related from 100 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.
November 3, 2024 (6:30 p.m.)
Everett (28 miles N)
Disney characters skate, dance, and act out scenes from Disney movies at Disney on Ice: Magic in the Stars at Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave. in Everett.
November 3, 2024 (11 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.
November 5, 2024
Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue
November 5, 2024 (8 to 10 p.m.)
Downtown (0.6 miles NW)
Celebrate or mourn election results at The Gayly Show. The young cast does live sketches, “celebrity” interviews, and jokes about current events for $18 at The Rendezvous, 2322 2nd Ave. in Seattle for age 21+.
November 7, 2024 (7:30 p.m.)
Renton (16 miles SE)
The She Rose Show “weaves together anthemic melodies, visionary choreography, and ritual theater” with themes of beauty, hope, and liberation to celebrate the Divine Feminine for $32 at Carco Theatre, 1717 Maple Valley Hwy in Renton.
November 7 - 10, 2024 (5:30 to 11:59 p.m.)
Ballard (5 miles NW)
With 100 artists, Freakout Festival “offers gritty guitars, hypnotic light shows, and tasty libations” at seven venues in Ballard for age 21+. The smaller Freakout Weekender happens each spring.
November 7 - 10, 2024 (7:30 a.m. to 11:50 p.m.)
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.
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.
November 8 - 10, 2024 (2 to 8 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1.4 miles NW)
Seattle Polish Film Festival screens nine films plus a set of short films at SIFF Film Center, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. All non-English films have English subtitles. Schedule.
November 8 - 10, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Best of the Northwest Art and Fine Craft Show, Fall has 115 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. Friday morning costs more and is for age 21+. Repeats in May.
November 8 - 10, 2024 (9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
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.
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+.
November 9, 2024
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 for $149 at Whiskies of the World at The Rainier Club, 820 4th Ave. in Seattle for age 21+.
November 9, 2024 (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Capitol Hill (2 miles NE)
Make decorative art, watch a puppet show, take a dance workshop, see live musical performances (12:30 p.m.), and drink tea during Diwali Family Festival at Seattle Asian Art Museum, 1400 E Prospect St. in Seattle.
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 in Banchero Hall at St. Anne School, 101 W Lee St. in Seattle.
November 9, 2024 (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Mount Baker (3.9 miles SE)
Taste dozens of wines with appetizers and live music for $25 during Mount Baker Wine Tasting at Mount Baker Community Club, 2811 Mt. Rainier Drive S in Seattle for age 21+.
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 and music at Winter Beer Taste at Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle for age 21+. No pets. Held in summer & fall.
November 9, 2024 (5 p.m.)
Lynnwood (16 miles N)
Watch the women of Jet City Roller Derby play an exciting game at Edmonds Community College in Seaview Gym, 200th St. SW in Lynnwood. Doors open 4 p.m.
November 9, 2024 (1 & 5 p.m.)
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
A $43 ticket to Snohomish Brewfest includes a souvenir glass and seven tasting tickets, lots of producers (breweries, wineries, cideries, and distilleries), live music by The Pilchuck Boyz, and food for sale at Thomas Family Farm, 9010 Marsh Road in Snohomish. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
November 9, 2024 (11 a.m.)
Auburn (29 miles S)
The Veterans Parade & Observance includes veterans’ units, military vehicles, motorcycles, 20 marching bands, and floats moving along E Main St. (from E St. to A St.). See related events on their web page.
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. Your ticket includes two beverages, a buffet of bites, live music, games, an auction to benefit seniors, and admission to Gig Harbor Vintage Aero Museum, 1108 26th Ave. NW in Gig Harbor.
November 9 - 10, 2024 (2 to 11 p.m.)
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Holo Holo Music Festival promises “great tunes, delicious food, full bars, and a chance to gather with friends and family” in the Tacoma Dome, 2727 E D Street in Tacoma for $192. Children age 3 and younger are free.
November 10, 2024 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
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.
November 10, 2024 (1 p.m.)
First Hill (0.5 miles SE)
Hear seven Hawaiian master musicians perform at Seattle Slack Key Festival at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave. The lobby opens at 11:30 a.m. to sell bento lunches and snacks.
November 10, 2024 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
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 Saturday is not free.
November 10, 2024 (4 to 5:30 p.m.)
Bellevue (13 miles E)
Fraggle Rock Crew takes you on a journey from original hip-hop dance styles of the 1960s to present day fusion and freestyling, with a live band and special guests during Soul Revolution: Hip Hop Dance through the Decades at Bellevue Youth Theatre, 16051 NE 10th St. in Bellevue.
November 10, 2024 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Lynnwood (16 miles NE)
Antique Doll & Toy Market features 50 vendors of “antique to mid-century-modern dolls, toys, books, clothing, furniture, and teddy bears” for $10 at Embassy Suites, 20610 44th Ave. W in Lynnwood. Held in February, August, and November.
November 10, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Poulsbo (22 miles NW via ferry)
Drive to 17 homes and studios of artists during Art in the Woods in picturesque Poulsbo. While you’re there, visit famous Sluys Poulsbo Bakery.
November 10, 2024 (3:30 p.m.)
Everett (29 miles N)
Seattle Fashion Film Festival includes a red-carpet reception (3:30 p.m.), film screenings (4 p.m.), and awards (6 p.m.) at PUD Auditorium Theater, 2320 California St. in Everett.
November 10, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Monroe (33 miles NE)
See unusual creations by 170 artists and crafters at Oddmall Emporium of the Weird, and visit the food trucks at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Free admission and parking. Held in April and November.
November 10, 2024 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Spanaway (46 miles S)
Popular Spanaway Lake Craft Fair features 150 local vendors selling handmade items at Spanaway Lake High School, 1305 168th St. E in Spanaway. Closes 5 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday.
November 11, 2024
multiple locations
November 11, 2024
Mill Creek (23 miles N)
Veterans Day Commemorative Ceremony begins at 9 a.m. with a raising of the colors and a presentation in Library Park. The Veterans Day Parade featuring “military and high school bands, color guards, vintage & military vehicles, and community organizations” goes from Mill Creek Town Center to City Hall. It begins 11 a.m. at L.A. Fitness, 15024 Main St. in Mill Creek.
November 11, 2024
All state parks
Veterans Day is one of the State Parks Free Days, so you can spend it picnicking and playing at any of the 144 Washington State Parks.
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.
November 14 - 17, 2024 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
SoDo (1.5 miles S)
See 300 of the latest cars and trucks, including electric and hybrid, and take test drives at Seattle International Auto Show at Lumen Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
November 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.
November 15 - 16, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
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 for age 21+ (5 to 8 p.m.). Held in June and November.
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. The Saturday gala and film at KEXP is $104.
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.
November 16, 2024 (7 to 9 p.m.)
Kirkland (15 miles NE)
Autumn Waltz features “world famous waltzes, works of European romantic composers, and contemporary classical music from Ukraine and Kazakhstan” performed with a vocalist for $34 at Stage 7 Pianos, 12037 124th Ave. NE in Kirkland. Refreshments included. Children younger than age 16 are free.
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, huge logs, and tractor tires) at Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave. in Everett.
November 16, 2024 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
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.
November 18, 2024 (8 p.m.)
Belltown (0.2 miles W)
Irish sketch comedy group Foil Arms & Hog perform skits that made them YouTube superstars at The Moore Theatre, 1932 2nd Ave. in Seattle for age 14+.
November 21, 2024 (5 to 8 p.m.)
(began this month on November 7)
multiple locations
Walk between venues to meet local artists and see their work during Seattle Art Walks.
November 21, 2024
Tacoma
The third Thursday of the month is free.
November 21, 2024 (SOLD OUT)
Downtown (0.3 miles SE)
The $135 A Tea Soirée is an eight-course, tea-inspired dinner with wine or a cocktail plus a modern ballet performance at Fairmont Olympic Hotel, 411 University St. in Seattle. (To buy tickets, click the link above and then the photo labeled “general admission.”)
November 21 - Dec. 1, 2024
(began this month on November 6)
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.
November 21 - Dec. 1, 2024
(began this month on November 6)
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.
November 21 - Dec. 2, 2024
Downtown (0.3 miles SE)
View 26 designer trees during the annual Festival of Trees Display in the upper and lower lobbies of Fairmont Olympic Hotel, 411 University St. in Seattle. The Teddy Bear Suite upstairs is also free to visit until 5 p.m. (Nov. 29 to Jan. 2).
November 21 - Dec. 22, 2024
(began this month on November 19)
Seattle
November 21 - Dec. 24, 2024
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Seattle Christmas Market [formerly European Christmas Village] “combines colorful décor, gifts from 80 artisans, enticing food & drink (including beer & mulled wine), and family entertainment” in Fisher Pavilion and on the lawn at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Children age 6 and younger are free. Closed Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving. Special events and discounts.
November 21 - Dec. 28, 2024
multiple locations
November 21 - Dec. 28, 2024
multiple locations
November 21, 2024 - Jan. 1, 2025
Downtown (0.2 miles SE)
See 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. Donation box.
November 21, 2024 - Jan. 5, 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.
November 21, 2024 - Jan. 19, 2025 (4 to 9 p.m.)
(began this month on November 16)
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.
November 21, 2024 - Jan. 31, 2025
(began this month on November 1)
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.
November 22, 2024 (6 to 10 p.m.)
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 Washington Athletic Club, 1325 6th Ave. in Seattle for age 21+.
November 22, 2024 (6:30 to 8 p.m.)
Fremont (3.6 miles N)
Taste pairings of chocolate from Theo Chocolate and cheese from Street Cheese during $93 Chocolate & Cheese Pairing at Theo Chocolate, 3400 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle for age 14+.
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.
November 22 - 24, 2024 (8 to 10 p.m.)
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. & 2 p.m.
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. Limited parking. Friday is only a night market and beer hall for age 21+ (5 to 9 p.m.).
November 22 - Dec. 26, 2024
Downtown (0.2 miles SE)
Magical nanny Mary Poppins sings catchy tunes, flies through the air, and works her charms on an English family at The 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave. in Seattle for age 4+.
November 22 - Dec. 29, 2024
SoDo (1.6 miles S)
Enchant Christmas features a maze where you look for Santa’s timepiece, 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.
November 22, 2024 - Jan. 5, 2025 (12 to 4 p.m.)
(began this month on November 20)
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 Mondays, Tuesdays, and Nov. 28, Dec. 25, Jan. 1.
November 22, 2024 - Jan. 26, 2025
(began this month on November 13)
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. Performances are subject to cancellation until the theater has power restored.
November 22, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Seattle
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November 22, 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.
November 22, 2024 - Dec. 31, 2025
(began this month on November 1)
multiple locations
November 23, 2024 (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.)
Belltown (0.1 miles NW)
A $175 ticket to Pass the Turkey includes three appetizers and “substantial tastes” of eight dishes (including two desserts) that you’ll watch Tom Douglas prepare at Hotel Andra, 2000 4th Ave. in Seattle.
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.
November 23, 2024
Westlake (1.2 miles N)
Take a $24 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+.
November 23, 2024 (9 a.m.)
Central District (2 miles E)
Cranksgiving is a scavenger hunt on your bicycle for Thanksgiving food that you donate to a food bank, with prizes and an after party. Bring cash, a bag/pack, a pen, and a bike lock to Byrd Barr Place, 722 18th Ave. in Seattle.
November 23, 2024 (7 to 9 p.m.)
Kirkland (15 miles NE)
A Musical Thanksgiving features Marianna Duet performing “beautiful acoustic and electric piano music, as well as charming guitar sounds combined with two harmonious voices” for $24 at Stage 7 Pianos, 12037 124th Ave. NE in Kirkland.
November 23, 2024 (6 to 8:30 p.m.)
Auburn (27 miles S)
Shop from vendors beginning at 4 p.m., and then watch a Hawaiian music and dance show at 6 p.m. during Hawaiian Holiday Concert at Auburn Performing Arts Center A.P.A.C., 702 4th St. NE in Auburn. Tickets are $24 to $45.
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. Suggested donation $5. Repeats in April.
November 23 - 24, 2024 (4:30 & 7 p.m.)
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 $6 per person plus $5 parking online. Children age 3 and younger are free. [Drive through begins Nov. 29.]
November 23 & 28, 2024
multiple locations
November 23 - Dec. 7, 2024 (12 to 2 p.m.)
Downtown (0.4 miles SW)
Arrive early for the best seats at Seattle Art Museum, 1300 1st Ave. in Seattle. Expect an intermission from 12:45 to 1:15 p.m.
November 23 - Dec. 21, 2024
multiple locations
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).
November 23, 2024 - Jan. 12, 2025
Tulalip (36 miles N)
Tulalip Lights & Ice has 7.8 million lights on plants surrounding the casino entrance ponds and the Tulalip Amphitheater at 10400 34th Ave. NE in Tulalip. Ice skating, food for sale, and a beer garden.
November 23, 2024 - Sept. 30, 2025 (7:30 p.m.)
Everett (28 miles N)
Mannheim Steamroller, directed by founder and Grammy winner Chip Davis, presents Mannheim Steamroller Christmas with dazzling multimedia effects at Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave. in Everett.
November 24 - Dec. 21, 2024
(began this month on November 9)
Chehalis (89 miles S)
Take a “75-minute round trip to the North Pole” on the Polar Express Train Ride, which includes cocoa, cookies, a sleigh bell, a reading of The Polar Express, and a visit from Santa, departing from Chehalis-Central Railroad & Museum, 1101 SW Sylvenus St. in Chehalis. [No date has more than 3 tickets left.] Or take a similar train in North Bend.
November 24 - 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.
November 27, 2024 - April 15, 2025
(began this month on November 12)
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.
November 28, 2024
multiple locations
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November 28, 2024 (6 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 Waterways Cruises, 901 Fairview Ave. N in Seattle.
November 29, 2024 (5 p.m.)
Downtown (0.1 miles S)
See a family-friendly Tree-Lighting Celebration in Westlake Park, 401 Pine St. in Seattle.
November 29, 2024
All state parks
On State Parks Free Days, you can picnic and play at any of the 144 Washington State Parks.
November 29 - 30, 2024 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Snohomish (28 miles NE)
Browse 90 craft tables and shop from four food trucks during Holly Jolly Holiday Market at Thomas Family Farm, 9010 Marsh Road in Snohomish. See Santa on Friday (1 to 3 p.m.).
November 29 - Dec. 1, 2024
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. Friday is 6 to 9 p.m. and tickets cost more. Children age 12 and younger are free.
November 29 - Dec. 1, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
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.
November 29 - Dec. 7, 2024
multiple locations
Watch a tree-lighting ceremony, often with music.
November 29 - Dec. 23, 2024
Downtown (0.4 miles SW)
Audience suggestions add funny twists to the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim at $24 An Improvised Christmas Carol at Unexpected Productions Improv, 1428 Post Alley in Seattle.
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. A free Holiday Arts Fair is nearby at Bellevue Arts Museum (Thurs. to Sun., 4 to 8 p.m.).
November 29 - Dec. 24, 2024
Leavenworth (117 miles E)
Lights twinkle on snow at Village of Lights, with carolers, musicians, and Santa (Sat. & Sun. noon) at the gazebo in Front Street Park, 820 Front St. in Leavenworth. The nearby Festhalle has gingerbread houses, kids’ crafts, and cocoa. See schedule.
November 29 - Dec. 27, 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.
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.
November 29 - Dec. 29, 2024
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Winterfest features holiday lights, bands, carolers, comedy, dancers, model trains, vendors, and ice sculptures at Seattle Center. Scroll down their page to see the entertainment schedule. (Seattle Christmas Market is not free.)
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 Joyland and Santa’s Village to take photos and buy snacks. Santa’s last day is Dec. 23.
November 29, 2024 - Jan. 5, 2025 (5:30 to 9 p.m.)
Spanaway (43 miles S)
Buy a ticket online, and 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. Higher price Dec. 6 to 25. Open every day.
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.
November 30, 2024 (11 a.m. to 6 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.
November 30, 2024 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
International District (1.2 miles S)
Visit Asian restaurants that offer menu items for $4, $6, and $8 during Food Walk, beginning at Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle. Held in multiple months.
November 30, 2024 (8 p.m.)
University District (4.4 miles NE)
Dozens of Seattle musicians play songs from the best rock & roll movie ever made at the charity event Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz at Neptune Theatre, 1303 NE 45th St. in Seattle for all ages.
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 $30 Mimosa Walk in downtown Burien for age 21+. Check in at Discover Burien, 611 SW 152nd St. in Burien.
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.
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.
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. Parking is $5, or free at Wilburton Hill Park. Closed Dec. 25.
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| Dec. 1 | Cyndi Lauper | Climate Pledge |
| Dec. 5 - 6 | Billie Eilish | Climate Pledge |
| Dec. 6 - 8 | Taylor Swift | Vancouver, BC |
| Dec. 8 | John Legend | Climate Pledge |
| Jan. 23 - 24 | Pixies | Paramount |
| Jan. 24 | Bright Eyes | Paramount |
| Jan. 25 | Foster the People | Paramount |
| Jan. 28 | Aespa | Showare |
| Feb. 15 | Nathaniel Rateliff | Climate Pledge |
| Feb. 16 | Joe Bonamassa | Climate Pledge |
| Feb. 19 | Lyle Lovett | Moore |
| Feb. 27 | Deftones | Climate Pledge |
| March 2 | Tyler the Creator | Climate Pledge |
| March 24 | Franz Ferdinand | Showbox SoDo |
| April 1 | Papa Roach | Climate Pledge |
| April 25 | Kylie Minogue | Climate Pledge |
| May 5 | Awolnation | Showbox |
| May 5 | Disturbed | Climate Pledge |
| Oct. 15 - 16 | Dua Lipa | Climate Pledge |
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