Winter Thunderland
Guests can explore an artist market featuring local creators selling handmade and unconventional goods surrounded by festive decorations. Westside Bowl offers pizza, drinks, bowling, an arcade, and an on-site record shop throughout the gathering. Attendees can meet and take photos with Heavy Metal Santa and Krampus, participate in a community charity raffle, and attend an evening concert featuring regional and local rock bands.
What to Expect
Alternative holiday market and rock show featuring Heavy Metal Santa.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Rusty Waters Apparel
Food & Drink
Pizza and drinks are available during Winter Thunderland.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Quirky holiday shoppers, families and rock fans
Vibe
Festive, loud, offbeat
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: The Artist Market is free; a photo with Heavy Metal Santa costs $5.
- Hours: Starting at 3PM; raffle winners drawn at 7:30PM. The separate Winter Thunderland concert starts at 8PM.
Tips & Advice
- Write your name and contact details on your raffle ticket, since you don't have to be present to win.
- Plan on a separate concert ticket if you're staying for the evening bands, because the concert isn't part of the free market.
- Read the concert ticket details before you buy, because Westside Bowl gives no refunds unless the show is canceled.
- Bring your holiday shopping list, because the Artist Market is full of handmade gifts from local makers you won't find at the mall.
Special Events & Promotions
- Photos with Heavy Metal Santa for a small fee, plus a visit from Krampus
- Charity raffle supporting a local cause, with winners drawn in the evening
- Evening Winter Thunderland concert with regional and local bands, separate admission
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring the kids?
Yes. Kids, friends and neighbors are all invited to the holiday celebration.
What's at the Artist Market?
Local makers and artists sell handmade, strange and unusual goods among the Thunderland decorations. Entry to the market is free.
What else is there to do at Westside Bowl?
There's pizza, drinks, bowling, an arcade and a record shop. You can also say hello to Heavy Metal Santa and Krampus.
Do I have to stay to win the raffle?
No. You don't need to be there for the drawing, but make sure your contact information is on your ticket.
Is the concert included?
No. The evening Winter Thunderland concert has its own admission, and the lineup of regional and local bands will be announced soon.
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