Bothell Tree Lighting Festival
Visitors can explore a holiday market featuring unique gifts, crafts, and treats from local vendors. Children can enjoy activities and complimentary goodies offered by local merchants throughout the festival area. The community gathers to watch Santa arrive on a decorated fire truck for the countdown to light the historic grand fir tree, Lucky, followed by photo opportunities.
What to Expect
Watch Santa arrive on a fire truck to light historic tree Lucky.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Bothell
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Northshore Rotary Foundation
Food & Drink
Local vendors offer treats at the holiday market.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Holiday Market: 12:00 - 5:00 PM; Festival Activities: 4:00 - 6:30 PM; Santa arrives: 5:00 PM. Nightly tree lighting is every night, but no time is stated.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early to explore the holiday market and catch the full schedule of festival activities, since organizers encourage visitors to enjoy all the festivities.
- Gather at 102nd Avenue NE and Main Street to watch Santa arrive on the decorated Bothell Fire Department fire truck.
- Bring a camera for post-lighting selfies with Santa at First and Main Design Market, located at 10100 Main Street.
- Give Lucky a hug if you like; the organizers explicitly encourage tree hugs at the historic Grand Fir.
- Dress warmly for an outdoor December evening, especially if you plan to stand outside for Santa's arrival and the lighting.
Special Events & Promotions
- Selfies with Santa at First and Main Design Market, 10100 Main Street, after the lighting.
- Lucky stays lit every night from December 6 through New Year's.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's at the holiday market?
Local vendors sell unique gifts, crafts and treats. It's good for holiday shopping or finding something for yourself.
What is there for kids?
Local merchants hand out free goodies and run fun activities for kids during the festival activities.
Where should we stand to see Santa arrive?
Gather at 102nd Avenue NE and Main Street. Santa arrives on a decorated Bothell Fire Department fire truck and leads the countdown to light Lucky.
Can we get photos with Santa?
Yes. After the lighting, bring your camera to First and Main Design Market, 10100 Main Street, for selfies with Santa.
What if we can't make it to the festival?
Lucky is lit every night from December 6 through New Year's. Visit the tree on the corner of Main Street and 102nd Avenue N.E., where tree hugs are encouraged.
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