Last updated: November 11, 2024
Get thrilled, Burien! Our holiday guide is here to help you discover all the best festive fun. From Burien locals to international visitors, our guide showcases the best of the season.
Popular events this holiday season include the enchanting Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker, where classic choreography meets timeless music. Additionally, the European Christmas Village offers a delightful experience filled with traditional foods and unique crafts, bringing the charm of European markets to our city. And the Magic in the Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring festive lights and local vendors. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Drive-through holiday light display with over 300 animated displays.
Fantasy Lights is a drive-through holiday light display at Spanaway Park featuring nearly 300 elaborate displays and digital animations, creating a captivating two-mile route adorned with countless holiday lights.
Where: Spanaway | More Info: Fantasy Lights
Traditional European market with artisan crafts and festive food.
The Seattle Christmas Market is an outdoor event inspired by traditional European Christmas Markets, featuring artisan shops, live entertainment, and festive treats. Visitors can explore 80+ wooden huts with curated crafts and enjoy traditional food and drink options. The event includes a double-decker carousel, a walk-through Christmas tree, and interactive installations like the Fairy Tale Forest and Santa's Snow Globe.
Where: Seattle | More Info: European Christmas Village
Family-friendly holiday celebration with Santa meet-and-greets and cookie decorating.
Celebrate the holiday season at Pike Place Market with activities like meeting Santa, decorating cookies, and sipping eggnog. Enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and festive attractions across all 9 acres.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Magic in the Market
Authentic Nordic holiday experience with local artisan vendors and traditional foods.
Julefest is a Nordic holiday celebration at the National Nordic Museum, featuring handcrafted gifts, traditional foods, and cozy Scandinavian apparel. The event includes live music, unique treats, and community spirit, capturing the essence of Scandinavian holiday traditions with a Pacific Northwest twist.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Julefest
Custom mimosa creations and raffle entries with every $10 spent.
Join Mimosa Walk in Downtown Burien for a delightful afternoon of sampling specialty mimosas at 14 local establishments while shopping for holiday gifts. Enjoy the holiday spirit and enter raffles with every $10 spent.
Where: Burien | More Info: Mimosa Walk
High-quality local artisans and crafters.
The Holiday Bazaar features high-quality artists, crafters, and vendors showcasing their recent and exceptional talent. Items are designed, created, and displayed by local artists and crafters from Renton and the greater Puget Sound region.
Where: Renton | More Info: Holiday Bazaar
Unique gifts supporting various causes with live performances and activities.
The Giving Marketplace at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Center offers unique gifts from dozens of vendors, with proceeds supporting immigrants and refugees, women and girls, global health, education, and the environment. Enjoy family-friendly holiday activities and live performances while discovering ways to take action on issues you care about.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Giving Marketplace
Unique holiday shopping experience with Victorian-themed vendors and live performances.
The Victorian Country Christmas Festival is a premier holiday event featuring unique shopping, musical acts, and festive presentations. Visitors can explore an array of vendors selling holiday decor, apparel, toys, and specialty foods. The event includes a Santa Claus area for children to make their Christmas wishes and a Holiday Jubilee Theater with various musical acts.
Where: Puyallup | More Info: Victorian Country Christmas
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker is a classic ballet featuring Tchaikovsky's iconic score, stunning costumes, and impressive performances. The production includes a picture-perfect lobby, gorgeous scenery, and intricate choreography by George Balanchine.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker
Complimentary nightly parade with toy drummers, dancers, and festive music.
Snowflake Lane is a complimentary nightly holiday parade featuring toy drummers, dancers, and festive music, accompanied by dazzling lights and falling snow. The event takes place on the sidewalks between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square, with free parking available in nearby garages.
Where: Bellevue | More Info: Snowflake Lane
Tribute concert to The Band's classic music.
Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz is a live performance celebrating the timeless music of The Band, featuring iconic hits like "The Weight" and "Up on Cripple Creek." The event takes place at the Neptune Theatre, offering an all-general-admission experience suitable for all ages.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz
Holiday caroling competition raising funds for local seniors and food bank.
The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition is a heart-warming event at Pike Place Market where dozens of caroling teams gather to raise money for the Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank. This annual fundraiser attracts nearly 10,000 people and has become a spirited tradition for many Seattle locals.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition
Family-friendly holiday celebration with diverse activities.
Woodinville Winterfest is a family-oriented event featuring a holiday fair, tree lighting, kids' activities, and festive activities across DeYoung Park, Schoolhouse District, and Woodin Creek Village.
Where: Woodinville | More Info: Woodinville Winterfest
Family-friendly holiday treat collection event.
Join Discover Burien for a family-friendly holiday event where participants stroll through Downtown Burien to collect sweet holiday treats and experience the festive spirit of the season. The event includes a map and reusable bag to collect all the sweet treats at participating locations.
Where: Burien | More Info: Holiday Cookie Crawl
