It’s a very special week, Seattle! Christmas is just a couple of days away but that doesn’t mean there’s a lack of things to do around the city. Whether you’re celebrating the holiday or not, we have you covered. From cocktail cruises to festive markets, these are 10 of the best things to do this week in Seattle.
Tulalip Lights & Ice
Located at the Tulalip Amphitheatre, this is the ultimate winter adventure. The festivities are on all week, featuring an ice-skating rink with real ice, a holiday light display with over 7.8 million lights and vendors selling food, drinks and local treasures.
When: Monday, Dec. 23 to Friday, Dec. 27
Where: 10400 34th Avenue Northeast
Cost: Free admission (ice-skating $10-$18 per person)
Festive Flavors of Pike Place Market: Holiday Food Tour
This special holiday food tour at Pike Place Market is on daily from now until Jan. 7, 2025.
“Learn about all the special festive bites you can find in the Market, along with stories about the great folks who make them and their ways to celebrate the holidays! Let Savor Seattle Tours show you how to build the best charcuterie plate or full-on holiday meal in one visit to Pike Place Market,” says Pike Place Market.
Tickets cost $79 per person.
When: Monday, Dec. 23 to Friday, Dec. 27. at 11 a.m.
Where: 1428 Post Alley
Cost: $79 per ticket
The Nutcracker
The magic of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, will take centre stage all week long. If you’ve never seen the show before or want to experience it again, there are shows running each day of the week from Monday to Friday.
Tickets are sure to go fast so don’t hesitate.
When: Monday, Dec. 23 to Friday, Dec. 27 (various show times)
Where: 301 Mercer Street
Cost: $29 to $238 per ticket
Seattle Christmas Market
Time to head to the Christmas Market at Seattle Center before it ends! Gorgeous photo opportunities, delicious snacks, live entertainment and shopping await.
Tickets start at $13.38 for children ages 7-17 and $21.63 per adult.
When: Monday, Dec. 23 & Tuesday, Dec. 24
Where: 305 Harrison St, South Fountain Lawn and Fisher Pavilion between Climate Pledge Arena and the Seattle Center Armory
Cost: $13.38+
Snowflake Lane
“Experience the wonder of falling snow, dazzling lights, festive music, toy drummers, and dancers in this complimentary nightly parade of holiday floats. Join us between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square from NE 4th to NE 8th Streets every night at 7 p.m.,” shares Snowflake Lane.
Sounds like the perfect before-Christmas putting with family or friends!
When: Monday, Dec. 23 & Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 7 pm.
Where: Between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square from NE 4th to NE 8th Streets
Cost: Free
Miracle pop-up bar
This decked-out holiday pop-up bar at Rob Roy is on for its final days this week! Head over from Monday to Wednesday to take in the holiday decor and sip on festive drinks!
When: Monday, Dec. 23 to Wednesday, Dec. 25 from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: 2332 2nd Avenue
Cost: Free admission
Kringle’s Filling Station
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“Part arcade, part neighborhood hangout, our Filling Station is unlike any Christmas attraction you’ve ever seen and appears for just a short time each year to bring people closer together with each other and their community,” shares Kringle’s Filling Station.
This family-friendly event has amazing photo opportunities, arcade games and refreshments, need I say more?
Monday is the last night so get your tickets ASAP.
When: Monday, Dec. 23 from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 8211 Aurora Avenue North
Cost: $17.50 per ticket
Mary Poppins
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins comes to life in the form of a magical production based on the beloved film.
There are tickets available for shows on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
When: Tuesday, Dec. 24, Thursday, Dec. 26 and Friday, Dec. 27
Where: 1308 5th Avenue
Cost: $30 to $199 per ticket
Sarah Silverman show
Comedian Sarah Silverman is ready to make you laugh. Catch her at Paramount Theatre the day after Christmas, the perfect way to cure those post-holiday blues.
When: Thursday, Dec. 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: 911 Pine Street
Cost: $49.50+ per ticket
Holiday Cocktail Cruise
What better way to spend a Friday evening than cruising around the water with a drink? Waterways Holiday Cocktail Cruise includes:
- One-and-a-half-hour cruise on Lake Union
- Onboard games
- Breathtaking views of Seattle
- Light narration from your captain
- Holiday drinks and small bites available for purchase
Holiday sweaters are encouraged and please note this is a 21+ event.
When: Friday, Dec. 27 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Departs at 901 Fairview Avenue North
Cost: $49 per ticket
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