Holidays at the Center

Seattle Center is the place to be this holiday season as Holidays at the Center fills the campus with lights, music, markets, and magic. From Nov. 28 through Dec. 31, visitors can enjoy a dazzling array of free and affordable events, featuring Winterfest presented by Symetra.

The festivities begin on Nov. 28 with the Winterfest Campus Lighting presented by Climate Pledge Arena, illuminating the grounds in a glow that lasts through mid-April. Additional events continue at the Seattle Center Armory Food and Event Hall - the hub for free holiday traditions - and across the entire Seattle Center campus throughout the season.

This year’s festivities see the return of many beloved favorites, including:

- Seattle Christmas Market - Nov. 20-Dec. 24, Fisher Pavilion and South Fountain Lawn (entry charge required)

- Winterfest World Bazaar presented by Festal (Nov. 28-Dec. 21, weekends, Armory) - Shop handcrafted gifts and explore global traditions.

- Winter Train and Village (Nov. 28-Dec. 31, Armory Food and Event Hall) - A family favorite featuring festive displays and an interactive scavenger hunt.

- Winterfest Ice Sculpting (Saturdays, Nov. 29-Dec. 27, Mural Amphitheatre) - Watch artists transform ice into breathtaking works of art.

Opening Weekend Lineup at Seattle Center Armory Food and Event Hall (Nov. 28-30)

- Zaniac Comedy Show - Nov. 28, 12:30 p.m.

- Holiday Harmony Pop - Nov. 28, 2 p.m.

- DJ Fishlure - Nov. 28, 3:30 p.m.

- The Polar Express (Film, Rated G) - Nov. 28, 6:30 p.m.

- The Dickens Carolers - Nov. 29, 2 p.m.

- Rainier Breakers (Hip-hop and breakdance) - Nov. 29, 3:30 p.m.

- Xmas Maximus - Nov. 30, 12:30 p.m.

- Da Nell Daymon and Greater Works - Nov. 30, 2 p.m.

December Highlights
Enjoy a festive lineup of music and performance throughout the month, including the Northwest Boychoir apprentices (Dec. 6), Garfield Jazz Band (Dec. 7), SANCA Youth Performance Company (Dec. 13), School of Rock Seattle (Dec. 14), Rainbow City Jazz Band and Orchestra (Dec. 14 and 19), Bailadores de Bronce (Dec. 20), Luis Cano sings Mariachi in English (Dec. 20), Lexi Nguyen (Dec. 21), KlezKids (Dec. 21), Greater Seattle TubaChristmas (Dec. 21), and more.

Additional Campus-Wide Festivities

The entire Seattle Center campus celebrates with events including:

- Pacific Northwest Ballet’s George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® - Nov. 28-Dec. 28, McCaw Hall

- Come From Away - Nov. 28-Dec. 28, Seattle Rep

- Urban Craft Uprising - Dec. 6-7, Exhibition Hall

- A Drag Queen Christmas - Dec. 3, McCaw Hall

- Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox: Magic, Moonlight and Mistletoe - Dec. 16, McCaw Hall

- Fortune Feimster's New Year's Eve Show - Dec. 31, McCaw Hall

Ring in the New Year

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Center with:

- Blue Wave Band - 8-11:45 p.m., Armory

- Fountain of Light DJ and Light Show - 10 p.m., International Fountain

- Alaska Airlines New Year’s at the Needle - Fireworks and drone show at midnight

Plan Your Visit
Visitors are encouraged to explore all transportation options, including light rail, bus, bike, car share, and the Seattle Center Monorail.

For the full schedule and updates, visit seattlecenter.com/holidays or follow us on Instagram and Facebook @seattlecenter.

Holidays at the Center is made possible thanks to presenting partner Symetra, and official sponsors Alaska Airlines, Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle Christmas Market, and the Space Needle.


Category: Community | Holidays

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