Last updated: November 11, 2024
The holidays are calling in Maple Valley! Explore our guide for the best festive events and activities. Whether you're intimately familiar with Maple Valley or just discovering it, this guide enhances your seasonal experience.
Popular Events: Experience the magic of the season with the Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker, a timeless production that brings Tchaikovsky's enchanting score to life through stunning choreography. Another festive highlight is the Holiday Pops by the Seattle Symphony, where classic holiday tunes meet vibrant orchestral arrangements. And the Julefest at Nordic Museum is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing Nordic traditions and festive celebrations. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Authentic Nordic holiday experience with live music and unique treats.
Julefest at the National Nordic Museum is a holiday celebration featuring live music, unique Nordic treats, and handcrafted gifts. The event captures the essence of Scandinavian holiday traditions with a Pacific Northwest twist, offering a vibrant and community-driven experience.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Julefest at Nordic Museum
Unique holiday shopping and live entertainment.
A Victorian Country Christmas is a holiday event at the Washington State Fair Events Center in Puyallup, WA, featuring unique shopping, live entertainment, and festive attractions. Attendees can shop for handmade crafts, enjoy seasonal beverages, and visit the classic Victorian-style carousel or Santa Claus.
Where: Puyallup | More Info: A Victorian Country Christmas
Juried art show with over 140 local vendors.
The PhinneyWood Winter Festival & Crafts Fair is a vibrant celebration of creativity featuring over 140 local artisans showcasing stunning jewelry, unique pottery, artwork, and home goods. This event fosters community and supports the Phinney Neighborhood Association's nonprofit initiatives.
Where: Phinney Ridge | More Info: Winter Festival & Crafts Fair
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 a 25-minute intermission.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker
Dazzling holiday concert with renowned conductor and vocalist.
Join the Seattle Symphony for a joyful holiday concert featuring conductor Stuart Chafetz and vocalist-trombonist Aubrey Logan. Enjoy a dazzling program filled with holiday favorites, traditional carols, and plenty of yuletide cheer.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Holiday Pops by Seattle Symphony
Unique Christ-centered visual arts celebration with hundreds of crèches and live musical performances.
The Bellevue Festival of the Nativity is a free Christmas celebration featuring over 500 crèches, live musical performances, beautiful artwork, and children’s activities. It offers a life-size replica of the inn at Bethlehem and nearly 150 lit Christmas trees.
Where: Bellevue | More Info: Festival of the Nativity
Holiday festivities with live reindeer and mechanical snowboard activities.
Join Maple Valley for a festive holiday celebration featuring a tree lighting ceremony, live reindeer, a giant snow globe, and community vendors offering treats, games, and crafts.
Where: Maple Valley | More Info: Maple Valley Hometown Holidays
Traditional Victorian holiday activities and period decorations.
Celebrate the holiday season at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum with ornament making, harvesting the Yule Log, parlor games, and a visit with Father Christmas. Guests of all ages can join in Victorian holiday traditions, including making Christmas crackers and pomanders from clementines and cloves. The event also features a holiday market and period kitchen food sampling.
Where: Tacoma | More Info: Christmas Regale at Fort Nisqually
