Our favorite free holiday events around Seattle for festive fun
SEATTLE - Celebrate the holiday season without breaking the bank by visiting these free events in and around Seattle.
From dazzling light displays to charming seasonal exhibits, here’s your guide to festive fun for the whole family.
Candy Cane Lane – Ravenna Neighborhood
One of Seattle’s most beloved holiday traditions, Candy Cane Lane lights up the Ravenna neighborhood with its holiday cheer.
Located along Park Road Northeast and Northeast Ravenna Boulevard, this enchanting light display runs nightly through New Year’s Day. To beat the crowds, visit before the week of Christmas when the route is the busiest.
The 30th annual Gingerbread Village runs through January 1 at the Sheraton Grand Seattle in Seattle, Wash. (Lashanda L. via Yelp)
Gingerbread Village – Sheraton Grand Seattle
For a display of edible artistry, visit the Gingerbread Village at the Sheraton Grand Seattle.
Celebrating its 30th year, the theme "Iconic Destinations" showcases six-foot-tall gingerbread creations representing cities like Paris and London.
Created by local architects and the Sheraton culinary team, these intricate displays are open until Jan. 1. While entry is free, a $5 suggested donation supports the Northwest Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation is encouraged.
Snowflake Lane – Bellevue
For a nightly parade of free holiday magic, head to Bellevue’s Snowflake Lane.
Experience falling snow, twinkling lights and performances by toy drummers and dancers. The parade runs nightly at 7 p.m. through Christmas Eve along Bellevue Way, between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square. Free parking is available at the Bellevue Collection parking garage.
Festival of Trees and Teddy Bear Suite – Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Located in downtown Seattle, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel hosts two delightful holiday events.
The Festival of Trees features beautifully decorated trees supporting Seattle Children’s Hospital’s Autism Center and Uncompensated Care Fund. Meanwhile, upstairs, the Teddy Bear Suite transforms a hotel room into a whimsical wonderland. Entry is free, though donations are encouraged.
Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital Festival of Trees lights up in Tacoma
The 38th annual Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital and Foundation’s Festival of Trees is all lit up and open to the public for free on Saturday and Sunday. It’s being held at the University of Puget Sound Tennis Pavillion in Tacoma from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tulalip Lights and Ice – Quil Ceda Village
For a spectacular light show and family fun, visit Tulalip Lights and Ice at the Tulalip Amphitheatre.
This event features over 7.8 million holiday lights, a real ice skating rink and food vendors offering seasonal treats. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome too, making it a perfect outing for the whole family.
For more details, visit each event’s website.
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