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It’s Thanksgiving, and it is also the last few days of November, so let’s make them count! As you’re about to see, there’s no better time to jump head-first into the holiday spirit! Here are all the best things to do in and around Seattle this weekend.
The Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center is hosting its annual Native Art Market. Stop by and shop for unique gifts from local vendors like fine art, native crafts, cards, and jewelry among other items.
When: Friday, November 29th until Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Where: 4705 West Marginal Way SW
Cost: Free to attend
Experience the wonder of Snowflake Lane through an array of dazzling lights, and festive music in Bellevue’s complimentary nightly parade of holiday floats. You’re invited to line the sidewalks between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square from NE 4th to NE 8th Streets every night at 7 PM.
When: Friday, November 29th until Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
Where: 227 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA
Cost: Free
The perfect holiday night out does exist. Wander through a magical maze in search of Santa’s reindeer, glide across the ice-skating rink, or shop the Christmas market complete with food, music, Santa, and photo ops. Check the calendar for themed days and kids 3 and younger get in free.
When: Friday, November 22nd to Sunday, December 29th, 2024
Where: T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. S, Seattle, WA
Cost: Varies
It’s a classic for a reason! A Christmas Carol is Charles Dickens’ holiday tale about the amazing transformation of miserly Scrooge. See the live performance for yourself and get into the Christmas spirit.
When: Friday, November 29th to Friday, December 27th, 2024
Where: Allen Theatre, 700 Union St.
Cost: $76+
Pacific Northwest Ballet will be performing The Nutcracker by George Balanchine this festive season. Enjoy this iconic ballet with music from a live orchestra, magnificent sets and costumes, and a hugely talented cast!
When: Friday, November 29th to Saturday, December 28th
Where: 321 Mercer St.
Cost: $29+
Enjoy five weeks of festive programming at Seattle Center Winterfest, presented by Symetra. Throughout Winterfest, you’ll find seasonal decor, our Winter Train & Village, weekend entertainment on the Armory Stage, and a New Year’s Eve Celebration.
When: Friday, November 29th until Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
Where: 305 Harrison St
Cost: Free to attend
It’s the 29th year of Magic in the Market at Pike Place. Get your free photos with Santa, try out cookie decorating, and enjoy the live holiday music. There will also be a tree lighting ceremony that transforms the Market into a holiday wonderland.
When: Saturday, November 30th
Where: Pike Place Market, 85 Pike Street
Cost: Free to attend
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. Maybe it’s time to hear the other side of the story.
When: Now until Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Where: Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St.
Cost: $79+
Cyndi Lauper is on her ‘the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour’, Lauper’s first major run in a decade, and it is in Seattle this weekend.
When: Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $24+
Come visit the Seattle Chinese Garden and see it transformed by celestial light. Follow the illuminated pathway and discover dazzling displays, astral song, and cosmic-inspired visions. It’s a mesmerizing dance of lighting, projection, and sound – it truly feels like “a visit from the stars!”
When: Thursdays to Sundays until December 15th, 2024
Where: Seattle Chinese Garden, 16th Ave SW
Cost: Time entry tickets start at $29
Enjoy black, green, or herbal tea along with sandwiches and sweets during the cozy Holiday High Tea for all ages at Seattle’s Hotel Sorrento.
When: Now until Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Where: Hotel Sorrento, 900 Madison St.
Cost: $55
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. It’s definitely not your grandma’s Christmas theatre experience!
When: Now until Sunday, January 5th, 2025
Where: 95 Pine St.
Cost: $69+
It’s a whole new way to experience the Zoo! WildLanterns features stunning larger-than-life animal and nature lanterns like bugs, lions, pandas, parrots, and dragons. Wander through the display, get some snacks, and check out the live performance in the entrance building.
When: Now until Sunday, January 19th, 2025
Where: 5500 Phinney Ave. N
Cost: $49+
Live out your best adventure fantasy! The Tomb Raider Experience is a “cutting-edge immersive experience that guides players through a series of six rooms” during 90 minutes where you solve clues to escape the perilous Temple of Fire.
When: Now until Friday, February 28th, 2025
Where: 1122 Post Ave.
Cost: $50+
There you have it! Those are all the best things to do in and around Seattle this weekend.
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