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November 30 + December 1-2, 2012

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Redmond Lights Winter Festival
SAT Redmond Centennial Celebration. Enjoy festivities, food, and entertainment from Redmond’s past, present and future. This once in a lifetime event will feature Cultural entertainment, kids activities, a Holiday Craft Market, and Interactive Historical Displays. Fun for the whole family. Map
(redmondlights.com)

Christmas Ship onshore viewing
FRI-SUN See the lighted and decorated Christmas ship and listen to the live choir. See detailed schedule for onshore viewing times.
FRI:
o 8:00-8:20 Gene Coulon Park
o 8:50-9:10 Newport Yacht Club
SAT:
o 7:10-7:30 Kirkland Marina Park
o 8:25-8:40 Gas Works Park
SUN:
o 5:40-6:00 Ferdinand Street Park
o 6:15-6:35 Stan Sayres Park
o 6:45-7:05 Mt. Baker Beach
(www.argosycruises.com)

Victorian Country Christmas
WED-SUN Victorian themed commercial exhibition with 560 holiday shops, gourmet food and wine tasting. At the Puyallup Fair and Events Center in Puyallup. Map
(www.avictoriancountrychristmas.com)

Bainbridge Island Studio Tour
FRI-SUN Juried art show features works by local artists. At various locations on Bainbridge Island. Location map Ferry Schedule
(www.bistudiotour.com)

Festival of Trees
SAT-SUN Nearly 70 elaborately decorated Evergreen trees and holiday decor. Games and crafts for kids. Festival benefits Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Directions & Parking
(www.multicare.org)

Holiday Festivals
THRU Jan 13
o Seattle Center Winterfest [Map]
o Bellevue Magic Season [Map]
o Bellevue Botanical Garden d’Lights [Map]
o Woodland Park Zoo Wildlights [Map]
o Christmas Ship Festival
o Gingerbread Village [Map]
o Clam Lights [Map]
o Issaquah Reindeer Festival [ Map]
o Point Defiance Zoolights [Map]

Ski Areas Open
Click here for latest ski report. For your safety please check the current pass report and have the appropriate legal traction devices when travelling in mountain passes)

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November 22-25, 2012

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Thanksgiving Holiday
THU A uniqely American tradition of giving thanks.

Macy’s Holiday Parade
FRI A Holiday Tradition in Downtown Seattle as the parade makes it’s way through the streets followed by the official arrival of Santa Claus. Map
(www.macys.com/believe)

Black Friday Sales
FRI So-called because this is the day that retailers hope to put their balance sheets in the black.

Holiday Festivals
The holidays bring many local festivals, celebrations and displays. Here are some from David’s list:
o Seattle Center Winterfest [Map]
o Bellevue Magic Season [Map]
o Bellevue Botanical Garden d’Lights [Map]
o Woodland Park Zoo Wildlights [Map]
o Christmas Ship Festival
o Gingerbread Village [Map]
o Issaquah Reindeer Festival [ Map]
o Point Defiance Zoolights [Map]

Ski Areas Open
Winter storms bring snow in the mountains, enabling some ski areas to open early this year. Click here for latest ski report. For your safety please check the current pass report and have the appropriate legal traction devices when travelling in mountain passes)

Magic in the Market
SAT Entertainment, food and a holiday concert & Santa followed by a tree-lighting ceremony at Pike Place Market. Map
(www.pikeplacemarket.org)

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November 16-18, 2012

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Seattle Auto Show
WED-SUN Hundreds of cars on display including new for 2013, exotic cars and concept cars at CenturyLink Field Event Center. Directions
(http://www.seattleautoshow.com/)

Best of the Northwest Art Show
FRI-SUN Over 250 regional artists, 15 boutique wineries plus food and live music at Smith Cove Cruise Terminal, Pier 91. Map
(www.nwartalliance.com)

International Gem & Jewelry Show
FRI-SUN Commercial exhibition with a wide selection of jewels, precious gems, metals and more with something for everyone at Seattle Center. Map
(www.InterGem.com)

Festival du Beaujolais Nouveau
FRI Wine tasting and a French-themed “village” will offer samplings of products from Puget Sound’s many French restaurants and shops for ages 21 and older. Map
(beaujolaisnouveau.wordpress.com)

Yulefest
SAT-SUN Nordic Christmas celebration with craft vendors, Scandinavian musical performances, Nordic treats at the Nordic Heritage Museum in Ballard. Map
(www.nordicmuseum.org)

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November 9-11, 2012

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Veteran’s Day
SUN Veterans Day is an official United States holiday honoring armed service veterans.

Veteran’s Day Parade
SAT One of the largest Veterans Day Parades west of the Mississippi with honor guards, veteran units and military fly-over starting at 9am in downtown Auburn. Map
(www.auburnwa.gov)

Museum of Flight Veteran’s Day Celebration
SUN Boeing Employee’s Concert Band performs patriotic music plus color guard and guest speakers. Map
(http://www.museumofflight.org/)

Seattle Veterans Museum
SUN-TUE Mission: To honor and thank our Veterans and educate the Puget Sound community about the sacrifices our Veterans have made for our freedoms. Map
(www.seattleveteransmuseum.org)

Glitter Sale at Seattle Goodwill
SUN-TUE Glamorous formal wear, jewelry, vintage clothing and accessories at the Seattle Goodwill Store. Map
(www.seattlegoodwill.org)

Space Shuttle Trainier Exhibit Opens
SAT Opening ceremony, music, entertainment and tours of NASA’s Space Shuttle Trainer at Museum of Flight. Map
(www.museumofflight.org)

Northwest Historical Miniatures Gaming Society Exhibition
SUN-TUE Hobby demonstrations combining the challenges of fine model-making and sophisticated strategy game-playing. Map
(www.museumofflight.org)

Taste of Tulalip
SUN-TUE Sip, savor & learn with samples and pairings from over 120 wineries plus craft beer, food, music and cooking demonstrations at the Tulalip Casino Map
(www.tasteoftulalip.com)

Affordable Art Fair
FRI-SUN Contemporary paintings, rpints, photographs and more affordably priced plus children’s activities, cafe, workshops and more at Seattle Center. Map
(www.affordableartfair.com/seattle)

Scrapbook Convention
FRI-SUN At Meydenbauer Center Bellevue. Map
(www.scrapandpapercorner.com)

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November 2-4, 2012

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Cultural Crossroads Festival
FRI-SUN Featuring some of the area’s best ethnic entertainment on two stages, an international bazaar and exhibits. At Crossroads Mall in Bellevue. Map
(www.crossroadsbellevue.com)

Seattle Diwali Festival
SUN Your family is invited to celebrate Diwali with the Indian community of the greater Seattle area at the Old Redmond School House. Map
(www.seattleutsav.com)

Hmong New Year Celebration
SAT Explore and experience the cultural roots and contemporary influences of the people from the hilltops of China, Laos, and Thailand through live performances, visual arts, hands-on activities, foods, games, and a lively marketplace. Gain insights into the customary courtship ritual of ball tossing and participate in flower cloth sessions.
Map More Festál
(www.seattlecenter.com)

Digital Photo Expo
SAT-SUN Photography exhibit, seminars, manufacturers representatives. At the Lynnwood Convention Center. Map
(www.kenmorecamera.com)

America’s Family Pet Expo
SAT-SUN Everything you need to know for a happier healthier pet. At the Puyallup Fair & Event Center. Map
(petexpowa.org)

National College Fair
FRI-SAT Information about colleges and universities for students and parents at the Convention Center. Map
(www.gotomyncf.com)

LaConner Arts Alive
FRI-SUN Exhibitions by local artists in picturesque LaConner. Map
(www.lovelaconner.com)

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October 31, 2012

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Halloween Trick or Treats

Haunted Houses

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October 26-28, 2012

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Pike Place Market Community Giving Fall Celebration
SAT Trick-or-treat at Market vendors, decorate pumpkins, enjoy free seasonal bites and celebrate local organizations that are making a difference in our community. Map
(www.pikeplacemarket.org)

Woodland Park Zoo Pumpkin Bash
SAT-SUN Pumpkins for the animals, trick-or-treating, and more are in store for little goblins and ghosts. Map
(www.zoo.org)

Museum of Fright
SUN Halloween treats, games, ghosts from aviation’s past and more at the Museum of Flight. Map
(http://www.museumofflight.org)

Trunk or Treat
SAT The little goblins can stroll the back parking lot from trunk to trunk for candy and enjoy some hot cider under the spookbrella to keep warm. Awards and prizes will be given for the best costumes and trunk decorations. Map
(www.samena.com)

MEHVA Fall Foliage Tour
SUN A scenic 4-hour trip through the Cascade foothills along the quiet back roads of east King County as the autumn leaves are turning color. Tour stops for photos and lunch. Buses depart at 11 a.m. from 2nd Ave. S. and S. Main St., across from the Seattle Fire Department Headquarters. Map
(www.mehva.org)

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October 19-21, 2012

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Leavenworth Oktoberfest
FRI-SUN Last weekend for live music, German food, arts and crafts, and activities for the whole family. Oktoberfest in Leavenworth is the next best thing to being in Munich!
Map
(www.leavenworthoktoberfest.com/)

Girl Scouts of America GirlFest
SAT The annual one-day event features a wide variety of attractions for girls ages 5 to 18 and their families, including creative hands-on activities, live music, sports challenges and scores of exhibits at CenturyField Events Center. Map
(http://www.girlscoutsww.org)

City Arts Fest
WED-SAT A curated collection of music and arts events turn downtown Seattle into your playground for 4 days and nights. Wristbands give you access to dozens of concerts at iconic venues, secret arts shows and unexpected experiences. Venues
(www.cityartsfest.com)

Tacoma Holiday Food & Gift Festival
WED-SAT Holiday shopping for decorations, gifts, arts & crafts plus Santa, entertainment and local chefs at the Tacoma Dome. Map
(www.holidaygiftshows.com)

Enumclaw OktoBEERfest
FRI-SAT Bavarian brews, food, German music and dance performances, for ages 21 and older at Enumclaw Expo Center. Map
(www.enumclawoktobeerfest.com)

Pt. Defiance Zoo Boo
SAT-SUN The popular event features indoor and outdoor activities, camel rides, as well as treats, photos and more. Everyone in costume will receive a $2 discount off the general zoo admission rate. At Pt. Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Map
(www.pdza.org)

TurkFest
SAT-SUN Celebration of Turkish culture with a variety of traditional and contemporary music and dance performances, art and textile exhibitions, films, youth activities, cuisine, and workshops.
Map More Festál
(www.seattlecenter.com)

Remodeled Home Tour
SAT-SUN Homeowners throughout the greater Seattle area are opening their doors to showcase their professionally remodeled homes, including whole-house remodels, master bedroom suites, kitchen transformations and more!
(remodeltour.com)

Haunted Houses
THRU OCT 31

Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes
THRU OCT 31

Fall Color

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October 12-14, 2012

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Leavenworth Oktoberfest
THRU OCT 20 Free transportation in Leavenworth, live music, German food, arts and crafts, and activities for the whole family. Oktoberfest in Leavenworth is the next best thing to being in Munich! Map
(www.leavenworthoktoberfest.com)

Kelsey Creek Farm Fair
SAT Entertainment, heritage demonstrations and activities, farm animals, tractor-pulled wagon rides, pony rides, food vendors, Kid’s Corral activities, pumpkin patch and decorating at Kelsey Creek Farm Park. Map
(www.myparksandrecreation.com)

Taste of Russia Bazaar
SAT-SUN Russian dancing, entertainment, vendors, food, bake sale, beer and wine garden, Samovar Tea Room, tours of the historic church at Saint Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Seattle. Map
(saintnicholascathedral.org)

Sammamish Arts Fair
SAT-SUN Display and sale by juried local artists including painting, mixed media, glass, jewelry, wood, textiles, photography and ceramics, art demos, activities, arts encounters at Sammamish City Hall. Map
(sammamishartsfair.wordpress.com)

Dungeness Crab and Seafood Festival
SAT-SUN Display and sale by juried local artists including painting, mixed media, glass, jewelry, wood, textiles, photography and ceramics, art demos, activities, arts encounters at Sammamish City Hall. Map
(www.crabfestival.org)

Eastside Women’s Show
SAT a growing premier lineup of fantastic fashion, beauty & fitness, food & wine, home décor & furniture, and more at Meydenbauer Convention Center in Bellevue. Map
(www.eastsidewomensshow.com)

Seattle Antiquarian Book Fair
SAT-SUN Thousands of rare books, prints, maps, photos and more at Seattle Center Exhbition Hall. Map
(www.seattlebookfair.com)

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October 5-7, 2012

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Issaquah Salmon Days Festival
FRI-SUN Arts & crafts, food, entertainment, salmon exhibits and more in downtown Issaquah. Kids love watching the salmon jumping in the stream near the hatchery. Map
(http://www.salmondays.org/)

Seattle Home Show 2
FRI-SUN The Seattle Home Show is the Northwest’s largest consumer home show with everything for the home – indoors and out – with hundreds of exhibits including builders, remodelers, the latest appliances and fixtures, seminars and wine tasting. At Centurylink Field Events Center. Map
(http://seattlehomeshow.com/)

Leavenworth Oktoberfest
FRI-SUN Free transportation in Leavenworth, live music, German food, arts and crafts, and activities for the whole family. Oktoberfest in Leavenworth is the next best thing to being in Munich!
Map
(www.leavenworthoktoberfest.com/)

Croatia Fest
SAT-SUN Continuous live music and dance performances, food demonstrations and vendors of Croatian merchandise.
Map More Festál
(www.seattlecenter.com)

TurkFest
SAT-SUN Celebration of Turkish culture with a variety of traditional and contemporary music and dance performances, art and textile exhibitions, films, youth activities, cuisine, and workshops.
Map More Festál
(www.seattlecenter.com)

Mexican Dia de Muertos
SAT-SUN A Mexican Celebration to Remember Our Departed featuring live performances, spectacular sand paintings, special hands-on activities, foods, face painting and exquisite rituals. Create sugar skulls and paper skeletons, explore community altars and march in a musical procession to remember the dead.
Map More Festál
(www.seattlecenter.com)

Northwest Tea Festival
FRI-SUN Fun and educational event about the multifaceted world of tea with authors, experts, retailers, artists and enthusiasts at Fisher Pavilion, Seattle Center. Map
(www.nwteafestival.com)

Everett Sausage Festival
FRI-SUN Food booths, children’s games, Family Entertainment Stage, bingo, carnival, and Bavarian Beer Garden, Map
(www.everettsausagefest.com)

Tacoma Fall Home Show
THU-SUN Over 400 exhibitors on hand to provide inspiration and professional expertise for every home and remodeling project at the Tacoma Dome. Map
(www.otshows.com)

Oktoberfest Northwest
FRI-SUN The 8th Annual Oktoberfest Northwest will serve up beer, brats, & authentic entertainment. At the Puyallup Fair and Events Center. Map
(www.oktoberfestnw.com)

OysterFest
FRI-SUN Seafood cook-off and Iron Chef competitions, entertainment, wine tasting, oyster-shucking competition and more at Mason County Fairgrounds in Shelton. Map
(www.oysterfest.org)

Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches now open

Haunted Houses

Fall Color

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