Illustration of a light display scene (Redmond Lights 2026)
Christmas Lights

Redmond Lights 2026

Visitors can experience large-scale illuminated art installations, wander along an enchanting luminary trail, and walk through glowing promenade displays. The celebration features live entertainment with musicians and dancers across multiple stages, complemented by magical snowfall effects. Families can enjoy a runway show featuring children in creative light-inspired costumes and create festive keepsakes at craft booths.

What to Expect

Winter celebration of light, art, and culture in Downtown Park.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Redmond

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

City of Redmond

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and light-art enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive and luminous

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Downtown Park
Redmond, WA
98052

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free.
  • Hours: Kick-off event: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring the kids to the free craft booths, where they can make a festive keepsake to take home.
  • Dress your child in a creative light-inspired costume if they want to walk the runway at the Kids Light Fashion Show.
  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors, because you'll be strolling the luminary trail and promenade under the snowfall effects.
  • Head over to Redmond Town Center afterward for dinner, shopping and more seasonal decor.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Kick-off Event at Downtown Park on Saturday, December 5.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to see?

There are large illuminated art installations, snowfall effects, a luminary trail of lanterns and lights, and the Family Lights Promenade, a walkway lined with glowing displays.

What is there for kids?

Kids can walk the runway in light-inspired costumes at the Kids Light Fashion Show. Craft booths let them make festive keepsakes for free.

Is there live entertainment?

Yes. Musicians, dancers and other performers appear on several stages.

Where can we eat?

Redmond Town Center has restaurants and shopping, plus its own seasonal decor.

How can my group or business take part?

Local businesses and community groups can apply to host a booth, and companies can sign on as sponsors. Performers can apply for the kickoff: community youth groups play one 30-minute set, and loud acoustic music groups play two one-hour sets.

Tags

holiday light displaysfamily friendlycommunity celebrationfestive decorationsseasonal activitiesfree eventinteractive displayslight displays

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Contributors & Updates

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