Snohomish Tree Lighting & Santa's Arrival
Visitors can greet Santa and take a photo inside the historic Carnegie building. Guests can also gather on the plaza for a live music Christmas countdown featuring a sing-along and the lighting of the tree.
What to Expect
Photos with Santa inside the historic Carnegie building and a sing-along.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Snohomish
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Historic Downtown Snohomish Association
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free.
- Hours: Event: 3:00 PM–5:00 PM; Santa arrives at 3 PM; countdown and sing-a-long begin at 4:45 PM; tree lighting at 5 PM.
Tips & Advice
- Come at the start to greet Santa as he arrives and get your photo inside the historic Carnegie building before the countdown begins on the plaza.
- Stay through to the end, because the live music countdown and sing-along on the Carnegie Plaza lead straight into the tree lighting.
- Dress warmly for the sing-along and tree lighting, which take place outdoors on the Carnegie Plaza at the end of the afternoon.
- Bring friends and family along, because the event is free and family friendly, with Santa photos indoors and live music outside on the plaza.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tree lighting good for kids?
Yes. It's a free, family-friendly event, so bring your friends and family along.
Can we get a photo with Santa?
Yes. Santa arrives at the start of the afternoon, and you can greet him and take a photo inside the historic Carnegie building.
What happens before the tree is lit?
A Christmas countdown with live music starts on the Carnegie Plaza. It includes a sing-along and finishes with the tree lighting.
What's the order of the afternoon?
Santa arrives first for greetings and photos. Next comes the live music countdown and sing-along on the plaza, and the tree lighting closes the event.
Who puts on the event?
The Historic Downtown Snohomish Association (HDSA) and the City of Snohomish organize it together.
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