Get ready to experience the magic of the holiday season in Seattle with our ultimate guide to the best festive activities! From charming Christmas markets filled with European treats and twinkling lights to enchanting ballet performances and dazzling parades, Seattle offers a variety of holiday events that will fill you with joy and wonder. Whether you're looking to skate under the stars, sing along to your favorite carols, or take a celestial night walk, this city has something special for everyone.

Here are the top festive activities in Seattle this Christmas:

Visit Seattle Christmas Market

The Seattle Christmas Market is a beloved holiday tradition, transforming the city into a festive wonderland with authentic European treats, twinkling lights, and handcrafted gifts. Don't miss the enchanting atmosphere, delightful food, and family-friendly activities that make this market a must-visit destination this holiday season!

See The Nutcracker Live!

Celebrate the festive season with the extraordinary tale of Marie and her Nutcracker Prince! The Pacific Northwest Ballet proudly presents George Balanchine's The Nutcracker, featuring Tchaikovsky's iconic score and brought to life by a talented team led by PNB Artistic Director Peter Boal, former NYC Ballet star Judith Figate, and renowned author-illustrator Ian Falconer. Find tickets here.

Home Alone In Concert!

Few Christmas movies have endured as timelessly as Home Alone, and there's no better way to experience it than with a live orchestra! This holiday season, the Los Angeles Philharmonic will accompany the film with a live score, transforming the Walt Disney Concert Hall into an immersive, magical holiday experience. Book here!

Witness A Candlelit Orchestra

The holidays are on the way and what's more Christmassy than the carols? If you're in the mood for a festive sing-a-long, our friends at Fever have you covered with this wonderful yuletide concert, featuring all your favorite carols played by a talented string quartet in an evocative candlelit venue. So Come All Ye Faithful and enjoy a not-so-Silent Night of Joy To The World! Find tickets here.

Walk Under The Stars

Astra Lumina returns to Seattle's Chinese Garden for an enchanted night walk, featuring a celestial pathway of light, cosmic visions, and astral song. Now open for its second year, this magical experience is selling out fast, so grab your tickets before they're gone! Find tickets here.