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Why not celebrate and support local nonprofit organizations that serve Seattle year-round? Read on to learn more about local Seattle community holiday events!
November 13, 2026 – January 17, 2027
4:00 - 9:00pm
Woodland Park Zoo
November 7-8, 2026
The Swedish Club
November 14, 2026
10:00am - 3:00pm
Leif Erikson Hall
November 18, 2026 - January 25, 2027
Seattle Children's Museum
November 19, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Seattle Children's Theatre
November 20-22, 2026
National Nordic Museum
Bring the whole family and step into a winter wonderland for an authentic Nordic holiday experience with live music, 40+ vendors, unique treats, and community spirit!
November 21, 2026
11:00am - 4:00pm
Wing Luke Museum
November 21-22, 2026 and December 19-20, 2026
10:00am - 4:00pm
Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center
November 27 - December 27, 2026
Pacific Northwest Ballet
November 27 - December 27, 2026
A Christmas Carol
Union Arts Center
December 4 - December 24, 2026
Dina Martina Christmas Show
Union Arts Center
November 27 - December 23, 2026
Argosy Cruises
Select dates in November and December 2026
11:30am and 2:30pm
Seattle Aquarium
December 5, 2026
2:00 - 8:00pm
Marvin's Garden Park & Ballard Avenue NW
December 16, 2026
7:00 - 10:00pm
Museum of History & Industry
December 18-20, 2026
Friday 8:00pm, Saturday 4:00pm & 8:00pm, Sunday 5:00pm
Seattle Theatre Group
December 31, 2026
10:00am - 1:00pm
The Burke Museum
Throughout December
Seattle Symphony
January 30, 2027
11:00am - 4:00pm
Seattle Asian Art Museum
Photo by Alborz Kamalizad.
January 31, 2027
10:00am - 3:00pm
Wing Luke Museum
Julefest at the National Nordic Museum is Ballard's favorite holiday tradition! We bring the magic and coziness of the Nordic holidays to Seattle for a weekend of live music, unique treats (like æbleskiver or a cup of glögg!), local vendors, and community spirit.
November 20-22, 2026
Dec 18, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Benefactor: $65
General Admission: $42
Members: $38
Students: $10
Aug 29, 2025
Oct 30, 2024
Jun 19, 2023
