Safe Holiday Events Around Seattle

Have some holiday cheer, 2020 style! While traditional gatherings may be off the table, you can still make the most of the season with a new take on these favorite local events. Safety is foremost with virtual platforms or a combo of social distancing & mask protocols. Just be sure to reserve your tickets early as attendance is limited this year. Scroll down for the details…

 

WildLanterns at Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103
www.zoo.org/wildlanterns
click here to get tickets

• Dates/Times: Open Tues-Sun, 11/13/20 – 1/17/21 | 4:00 – 8:30 pm
• Cost: $23.95 – $28.95 per person (ages 2 and under are free)
• COVID Protocols: Masks covering the mouth and nostrils are required for everyone age 5 and up, and encouraged for ages 3-5 as well. Mesh/lace/exhaust valve style masks are not accepted. Limited admission during purchased time slot only. Social distancing.
  
• Promotions: Zoo members get 20% off tickets.
  
• Parking: $4 parking is available in all zoo lots
  
• Food: Outdoor and grab-&-go refreshments are available at the pizza trailer on the North Meadow, and at Gather and Graze (with covered seating provided). You are also welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Event map
• Closures: November 26, December 24 & 25
  

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Virtual Winterfest at Seattle Center

305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
www.seattlecenter.com/winterfest

• Dates: 11/27/20 – 12/31/20
• Cost: Free for all ages
• Parking: Paid parking available at the Mercer Garage, 5th Ave N Garage, and Theatre Commons Lot. Click here for the campus map
• Food: A multitude of dining options await you in the Armory
• Special events:
  • Campus Luminata, with specialty light features across the grounds after dark (including a special display at Cornish Playhouse)
    
  • Virtual student showcases
  • PTSA Reflections Virtual Art Exhibit
  • Winterfest Coloring Contest

 

A Christmas Carol by ACT Theatre

Radio-style audio play streamed on-demand at your convenience
https://acttheatre.org/a-christmas-carol-2020
click here to get your ticket

• Dates/Times: Streaming on-demand 11/27/20 – 12/27/20
  
• Cost: $20-$45 per household
  
• Promotions: For households purchasing tickets at the $45 level, get your name and a special message added to the ACT website as a memento of the play

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Reimagined Snowflake Lane at the Bellevue Collection

Bellevue Way & NE 8th Street, Bellevue WA 98004
http://snowflakelane.com/

• Dates/Times: Nightly 11/27/20 – 12/24/20 | 5-9 pm
  
• Cost: Free for all ages
• COVID Protocols: Masks and social distancing
• Parking: Free parking at Bellevue Square, Bellevue Place and Lincoln Square
• Special Events: Intermittent snow & holiday music, virtual tree lighting on Friday, 11/27 viewable at snowflakelane.com.

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Westlake Center Virtual Tree Lighting & Holiday Activities

400 Pine St., Seattle, WA 98101 (Westlake Park)
https://downtownseattle.org/events/holidays/

• Dates/Times: Virtual tree lighting ceremony live-streamed on 11/27/20 at 5pm. Holiday light displays & augmented reality adventure 11/27/20 – 1/9/21.
  
• Cost: Free for all ages
• COVID Protocols: Masks and social distancing for in-person activities
• Parking: Access the Republic Parking garage from Olive Way between 4th & 5th Ave, or check out this interactive map of city parking
  
• Food: Food trucks will be at Westlake Park daily.

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Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407
www.pdza.org/event/zoolights
click here to get tickets

• Dates/Times: Open nightly 11/27/2020 – 1/3/2021 | 5 – 9 pm
  
• Cost: $10-$14 (free for kids 2 & under)
  
• COVID Protocols: Masks covering the mouth and nostrils are required for everyone age 5 and up, and encouraged for ages 3-5 as well. There are special dates/times for those with medical conditions that prevent them from wearing a face covering. Limited admission during purchased time slot only. Social distancing.
• Promotions: Discounted tickets for zoo members; BECU members save $1
  
• Parking: Free parking in zoo lots
  
• Food: Grab to-go dinner, drinks or snacks from the Plaza Cafe & food stands
  
• Holiday Closures: December 24th & 25th
  

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