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Pasco Winterfest

Guests gather at Peanuts Park to celebrate the season with holiday music, children's games, and craft activities. Families have the chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus before coming together for the lighting of the heritage holiday tree. The park also hosts a variety of food trucks, food vendors, and indoor vendor booths.

What to Expect

Holiday tree lighting, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and crafts.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

City of Pasco

Food & Drink

Food trucks and food vendors offer food and drinks at the event.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Peanuts Park
426 W Lewis St., Pasco
Pasco, WA
99301

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: 3 pm - 6 pm; the tree lighting is approximately 5:00 pm.

Tips & Advice

  • Follow daily Candy Cane Scavenger Hunt clues on Pasco Parks’ Facebook at 8 a.m. December 5–9, then scan the QR code for prize entries.
  • Be at Peanuts Park before the approximately 5 p.m. tree lighting if you want to claim the scavenger hunt grand prize; winners must be present.
  • Stay through the event’s 6 p.m. end to get food and drinks from vendors after the tree lighting.
  • Dress warmly for the outdoor park celebration, especially if you plan to wait for the tree lighting.
  • Visit the heated tent to browse indoor vendors and take a break from the outdoor celebration.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Candy Cane Scavenger Hunt across Pasco from November 26 to December 1, with clues posted daily on the @pascoparks Facebook page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for kids to do?

Kids can play holiday games, do crafts and visit with Santa.

Is there food?

Yes. Vendors sell food and drink until the celebration wraps up.

What is the Candy Cane Scavenger Hunt?

It runs from November 26 to December 1, before Winterfest. Clues go up daily on the @pascoparks Facebook page. You find the candy canes hidden around Pasco and scan the QR code for entries into a random prize drawing.

What's the big moment of the day?

The heritage holiday tree lighting in Peanuts Park, which opens the season in Pasco.

Is there music?

Yes, there's holiday music during the celebration.

Tags

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team