Don’t let the winter weather stop you from getting out and about this holiday season. Fill your thermos with hot cocoa, bundle up with hats and coats, and head out to enjoy one or more of these wonderful ways to spread holiday cheer.
Winter Markets at Point Ruston
Saturdays on December 5, 12, and 19
Enjoy live music and explore the offerings of over 40 vendors, all with products grown or made in Washington State. Shoppers will be able to find seasonal vegetables, treats to take home, gifts for the holidays, and more.
Olympia Holiday Farmers Market
Saturdays and Sundays, November 6 – December 19
As the nights get longer, enjoy the season of lights with one or more of these illuminating experiences.
Gig Harbor Lighted Boat Parade
Watch the boats circling the harbor all along the Gig Harbor waterfront.
December 11
Winter Solstice Lights
Lakewold Gardens
November 19-28
Zoolights
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
November 26, 2021 – January 2, 2022
Winter Wonderland
Northwest Trek
December 26, 2021 – January 2, 2022
Fantasy Lights
Spanaway Park
November 26, 2021 – January 2, 2022
If you are seeking an indoor festive experience in venues with plenty of physical distancing, consider one of these options.
Wander through the decorated trees at Christmas in the Forest held at the Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake (formerly Hotel RL Olympia), this year celebrating “Hope and Joy” and raising funds for the Providence Southwest Washington Foundation.
Immerse yourself in the world of Vincent Van Gogh with the unique exhibition, Imagine Van Gogh, presented by Tacoma Arts Live at the Tacoma Armory.
Plan a special gathering to make gingerbread houses. This year Greentrike will present its annual Gingerbread Jamboree as individual private parties where families are provided with kits that include everything needed to build their own sweet constructions.
Please check websites for details regarding health precautions related to any of these events.
HILLARY RYAN