Get thrilled, Burien! Our holiday guide is here to help you discover all the best festive fun. From Burien locals to international visitors, our guide showcases the best of the season.
Popular events this holiday season include the enchanting Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker, where classic choreography meets timeless music. Additionally, the European Christmas Village offers a delightful experience filled with traditional foods and unique crafts, bringing the charm of European markets to our city. And the Magic in the Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring festive lights and local vendors. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Burien
- Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker (Seattle)
- European Christmas Village (Seattle)
- Julefest (Seattle)
- Magic in the Market (Seattle)
- Village of Lights (Leavenworth)
- Fantasy Lights (Spanaway)
- Snowflake Lane (Bellevue)
- Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz (Seattle)
- Mimosa Walk
- Woodinville Winterfest (Woodinville)
See these and even more events listed below!
Burien Holiday Light Displays
Fantasy Lights
What to Expect:
Drive-through holiday light display with over 300 animated displays.
Description:
Fantasy Lights is a drive-through holiday light display at Spanaway Park featuring nearly 300 elaborate displays and digital animations, creating a captivating two-mile route adorned with countless holiday lights.
Where: Spanaway | More Info: Fantasy Lights
Village of Lights
What to Expect:
Bavarian-themed holiday lights and entertainment.
Description:
Leavenworth Village of Lights features over half a million lights, live music, and festive activities like gingerbread house exhibitions and Santa photos.
Where: Leavenworth | More Info: Village of Lights
Burien Holiday Markets and Shopping
European Christmas Village
What to Expect:
Traditional European market with artisan crafts and festive food.
Description:
The Seattle Christmas Market is an outdoor event inspired by traditional European Christmas Markets, featuring artisan shops, live entertainment, and festive treats. Visitors can explore 80+ wooden huts with curated crafts and enjoy traditional food and drink options. The event includes a double-decker carousel, a walk-through Christmas tree, and interactive installations like the Fairy Tale Forest and Santa's Snow Globe.
Where: Seattle | More Info: European Christmas Village
Magic in the Market
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday celebration with Santa meet-and-greets and cookie decorating.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Pike Place Market with activities like meeting Santa, decorating cookies, and sipping eggnog. Enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and festive attractions across all 9 acres.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Magic in the Market
Julefest
What to Expect:
Authentic Nordic holiday experience with local artisan vendors and traditional foods.
Description:
Julefest is a Nordic holiday celebration at the National Nordic Museum, featuring handcrafted gifts, traditional foods, and cozy Scandinavian apparel. The event includes live music, unique treats, and community spirit, capturing the essence of Scandinavian holiday traditions with a Pacific Northwest twist.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Julefest
Mimosa Walk
What to Expect:
Custom mimosa creations and raffle entries with every $10 spent.
Description:
Join Mimosa Walk in Downtown Burien for a delightful afternoon of sampling specialty mimosas at 14 local establishments while shopping for holiday gifts. Enjoy the holiday spirit and enter raffles with every $10 spent.
Where: Burien | More Info: Mimosa Walk
Holiday Bazaar
What to Expect:
High-quality local artisans and crafters.
Description:
The Holiday Bazaar features high-quality artists, crafters, and vendors showcasing their recent and exceptional talent. Items are designed, created, and displayed by local artists and crafters from Renton and the greater Puget Sound region.
Where: Renton | More Info: Holiday Bazaar
Giving Marketplace
What to Expect:
Unique gifts supporting various causes with live performances and activities.
Description:
The Giving Marketplace at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Center offers unique gifts from dozens of vendors, with proceeds supporting immigrants and refugees, women and girls, global health, education, and the environment. Enjoy family-friendly holiday activities and live performances while discovering ways to take action on issues you care about.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Giving Marketplace
Victorian Country Christmas
What to Expect:
Unique holiday shopping experience with Victorian-themed vendors and live performances.
Description:
The Victorian Country Christmas Festival is a premier holiday event featuring unique shopping, musical acts, and festive presentations. Visitors can explore an array of vendors selling holiday decor, apparel, toys, and specialty foods. The event includes a Santa Claus area for children to make their Christmas wishes and a Holiday Jubilee Theater with various musical acts.
Where: Puyallup | More Info: Victorian Country Christmas
Burien Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker is a classic ballet featuring Tchaikovsky's iconic score, stunning costumes, and impressive performances. The production includes a picture-perfect lobby, gorgeous scenery, and intricate choreography by George Balanchine.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Pacific Northwest Ballet's The Nutcracker
Snowflake Lane
What to Expect:
Complimentary nightly parade with toy drummers, dancers, and festive music.
Description:
Snowflake Lane is a complimentary nightly holiday parade featuring toy drummers, dancers, and festive music, accompanied by dazzling lights and falling snow. The event takes place on the sidewalks between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square, with free parking available in nearby garages.
Where: Bellevue | More Info: Snowflake Lane
Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz
What to Expect:
Tribute concert to The Band's classic music.
Description:
Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz is a live performance celebrating the timeless music of The Band, featuring iconic hits like "The Weight" and "Up on Cripple Creek." The event takes place at the Neptune Theatre, offering an all-general-admission experience suitable for all ages.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz
Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition
What to Expect:
Holiday caroling competition raising funds for local seniors and food bank.
Description:
The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition is a heart-warming event at Pike Place Market where dozens of caroling teams gather to raise money for the Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank. This annual fundraiser attracts nearly 10,000 people and has become a spirited tradition for many Seattle locals.
Where: Seattle | More Info: Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition
Burien Other Holiday Activities
Woodinville Winterfest
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday celebration with diverse activities.
Description:
Woodinville Winterfest is a family-oriented event featuring a holiday fair, tree lighting, kids' activities, and festive activities across DeYoung Park, Schoolhouse District, and Woodin Creek Village.
Where: Woodinville | More Info: Woodinville Winterfest
Holiday Cookie Crawl
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday treat collection event.
Description:
Join Discover Burien for a family-friendly holiday event where participants stroll through Downtown Burien to collect sweet holiday treats and experience the festive spirit of the season. The event includes a map and reusable bag to collect all the sweet treats at participating locations.
Where: Burien | More Info: Holiday Cookie Crawl
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- SeaTac (3 miles)
- Tukwila (4 miles)
- Des Moines (5 miles)
- Renton (6 miles)
- Kent (8 miles)
- Mercer Island (9 miles)
- East Hill-Meridian (9 miles)
- Seattle (9 miles)
- Federal Way (10 miles)
- Bellevue (12 miles)
- Auburn (13 miles)
- Bainbridge Island (13 miles)
- West Lake Sammamish (14 miles)
- Bremerton (15 miles)
- Maple Valley (15 miles)
- Issaquah (15 miles)
- Tacoma (16 miles)
- Kirkland (16 miles)
- City of Sammamish (17 miles)
- Sammamish (17 miles)
- Redmond (18 miles)
- Inglewood-Finn Hill (18 miles)
- University Place (19 miles)
- Shoreline (20 miles)
- Puyallup (20 miles)
- Kenmore (20 miles)
- Bothell (21 miles)
- Mountlake Terrace (22 miles)
- Lakewood (22 miles)
- Parkland (22 miles)
- Cottage Lake (23 miles)
- South Hill (23 miles)
- Edmonds (24 miles)
- Lynnwood (24 miles)
- North Creek (25 miles)
- Spanaway (26 miles)
- Picnic Point-North Lynnwood (27 miles)
- Mill Creek (28 miles)
- Silver Firs (29 miles)
- Graham (29 miles)
- Eastmont (30 miles)
- Mukilteo (33 miles)
- Everett (36 miles)
- Lacey (38 miles)
- West Lake Stevens (38 miles)
- Olympia (39 miles)
- Lake Stevens (40 miles)
- Marysville (41 miles)