77th Annual Tacoma Tree LightingNovember 27, 4pmThe 77th annual Tacoma holiday tree lighting outside the Pantages Theater ushers in the holiday season!Glowing in sparkling decorated trees, the Pantages Theater lobby will feature display tables and special entertainment hosted by local resident arts organizations, including Symphony Tacoma, Tacoma Arts Live, Northwest Sinfonietta, Tacoma Concert Band, Puget […]

Robert Dubac’s The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?December 2nd, 7:30pmRobert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? is an international comedic phenomenon. Described by The New York Times as “Hilarious… a one man tour de force!” it is hands down one of the funniest solo shows you will ever see”.Hailed by critics and audiences alike the performance […]

Tinsel on The Town Benefit for Mary Bridge Children’s HospitalDecember 2, 6pmEnjoy a family-style Italian dinner, no-host bar, live auction of unique experiences and after-party entertainment from Keys on Main.Tacoma Armory1001 South Yakima Ave., TacomaTickets are $150 per person; no charge to tune-in virtually.festivaloftrees.maxgiving.bid/tickets

Mary Bridge Children’s Festival of TreesDecember 2 – 3Join us for the holiday season as Festival brings together some of the most passionate champions for children’s health.Tinsel on the Town: Friday, December 2Gala: Saturday, December 3All proceeds benefit expanding access to care for children and families at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital.multicare.org/festival

Santa Parade & Tree LightingDecember 3, 4:30pmAuburn’s Lighted Santa Parade & Tree Lighting event returns! Beginning at 4:30 PM the parade will feature lighted vehicles, floats, cars, and walking entries and will stretch from Auburn High School to City Hall along Main Street in downtown Auburn.Main Street, Downtown AuburnTo register to participate in parade:  auburn.seamlessdocs.com/f/SantaParadeApp

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum Presents Christmas RegaleA Victorian Christmas with a visit from Father ChristmasDecember 3, 11am-4pmTake a break from the hustle and bustle of modern holidays and experience a real old-fashioned Christmas at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum! A highlight of the event is the arrival of the yule log, towed in by […]

Bazaar of Lights Presented by Olympia LamplightersDecember 3 & 17Baazaar of Lights features a holiday market with handmade crafts, jewelery, artwork and unique items perfectly suited for gifts this holiday seasonOlympia Lamplighters211 4th Ave, Olympiaolympialamplighters.com/events

 Hilltop Artists’ Annual Winter Glass SaleDecember 3, 10am – 1pmFind festive favorites such as handcrafted glass ornaments and snowpeople, as well as beautiful and thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list.Shop in the Gymnasium Gallery, and make sure to spend some time in the hot shop, watching our young artists and mentors collaborate on a […]

Holiday TraditionsDecember 3, 2:3 pmEnjoy an afternoon of holiday celebrations. carols and merriment with Jet Cities Chorus at 1:45 in the PAEC lobby. The 2:30 concert will feature traditional holiday music plus a suite of best-loved choruses from Handel’s Messiah. After the concert, proceed down the grand staircase to the Federal Way City Tree Lighting […]

Selfies with Santa at W.W. Seymour ConservatoryDecember 3, 11am – 2pmFreeBring your camera or phone and snap a fun and candid selfie with Santa.Kids can get creative at a whimsical, holiday craft station.W.W. Seymour Conservatory316 S G St, Tacomametroparkstacoma.org

Olympia Toy RunDecember 3, 10amThe Olympia Toy Run brings motorcyclists together for a very worthy purpose: the joy of a child receiving a gift at Christmas. All the toys and money are donated to The Salvation Army for distribution to children at need through its Toy and Joy Shop.Admission:New Unwrapped Toy -OR- $10/single or $15/couplenPlease […]

Ugly Sweater Tasting Event in KentDecember 3, 6 – 9pm The Kent Downtown Partnership announces the Ugly Sweater Tasting Event. Downtown Kent will be bustling with holiday activities, and this fun and festive event following the annual Winterfest at Town Square.Businesses are kicking off the holiday season and featuring boutique wines, craft spirits, beer and ciders.   […]