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10 Things to Do in West Seattle This Week- Hanukkah and Holiday Fun!

There's lots of fun happening in West Seattle and the surrounding areas the week of Nov 29 - Dec 5!

By Arianna Gervasio, Macaroni KID West Seattle November 28, 2021

Every Sunday, Macaroni Kid West Seattle will share some of the best things to do with your kids in West Seattle over the coming week. This week, we're highlighting fun events and activities in the Seattle area that will start to get you into the Holiday mood. 

Here are Macaroni Kid West Seattle's picks for the TEN best events and activities in the West Seattle area from November 29 - December 5. Click on the links for all the details!



Photo by Arianna Gervasio (Wild Lanterns, Woodland Park Zoo)



1. Wild Lanterns at Woodland Park Zoo- Paid

Explore the zoo like never before with a brand-new lantern festival unlike any in the Northwest! WildLanterns presented by BECU offers a larger-than-life, immersive experience that will “wow” anyone, no matter their age!

Nov 12 - Jan 30 (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day): 4pm-8:30pm


2. A Victorian Country Christmas Festival- Paid

Step back in time into a Victorian village where holiday music fills the air! Shop in over 500 stores and find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Enjoy gourmet food, wine, and delicious tasty treats throughout the festival. Visit two beautiful theaters and see countless professional stage shows, The Signing Nativity and concerts! Soak in the atmosphere of music, lights and decor... because Christmas starts at A Victorian Country Christmas.

Dec 1-5: All Day


3. Seattle Center Winterfest- Free

Throughout the five weeks of Winterfest, those in search of uplifting seasonal spirit or delightful diversion will find performances, our Winter Train & Village, ice sculpting and our annual campus lighting display.

Nov 26 - Dec 31: All Day


4. Free First Thursdays- Free

As part of Free First Thursday, admission to these Museums is free on the first Thursday of each month.

The National Nordic Museum

Seattle Art Museum

The Burke Museum

Dec 2: All Day


5. Auburn's Lighted Santa Parade & Tree Lighting- Free

Auburn's Lighted Santa Parade & Tree Lighting event returns! From Auburn High School to City Hall, lighted entries will fill Main Street with holiday joy! Beginning at 4:30 PM the parade will feature lighted vehicles, floats, cars, and walking entries.

Dec 4: 3-7pm


6. Christmas in Color- Paid

Drive through millions of lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music you’ll hear right through your radio. Drive by giant candy canes, snowmen, arched pathways and more. Take your time enjoying this lighting extravaganza - we won’t judge you if you join the kids with your face pressed against the window!

Click HERE and use discount code KID2021 to receive 15% Off!

Nov 20 - Jan 2 (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day): 5:30pm-10pm


7. ZooLights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium- Paid

Magical lights and a classic holiday tradition - presented by BECU. Step back into the Zoolights tradition you know and love: your Zoo, transformed into a colorful winter wonderland with over 800,000 lights.

Nov 26 - Jan 2 (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day): 4:30pm-10pm


8. Kindie West Music Series- Paid

Come jump, jive and DANCE to great music with the whole family at the Fauntleroy Schoolhouse in West Seattle!  Check out another Kindie West Music Series two Sundays a month from October into March. Were so excited to bring this series to our community once again!

Dec 5: 10am-11:30am


9. Santa Claus Is Coming To B-Town!- Free

Hosted by Dan the Sausageman and the Tin Room Bar & Theater. 'Tis the Season to Do Good! On Sunday, December 5th join us for: โ„A FREE Santa Photo taken by local photographer โ„Physical and monetary donations collected to benefit the Highline Area Food Bank โ„An Artisan Gift Market full of Burien favorites, and curated to offer something for everyone!

Dec 5: 9am-5pm


10. Hands On Hanukkah- Free

This winter, we’re taking Hanukkah on the road – and we’re heading to the West Seattle Farmers Market! We’re bringing our Hands on Hanukkah program to communities across King County to share and celebrate the holiday with arts and crafts and tasty treats. Stop by our booth at the West Seattle Farmers Market to say hi and create your own Hanukkah artwork!

Dec 5: 10am-2pm


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