Sleigh bells? Ringing. Spirits? Bright. Inbox? Full of ways to make the most of the season. We’ve wrapped up the best holiday happenings and NYE blowouts so you can jingle all the way through December and toast to 2026 without scrambling for last-minute plans.

WildLanterns at Woodland Park Zoo is back, transforming the entire grounds into a glowing, immersive light display filled with giant illuminated animals, dreamy tunnels, and festive cheer for all ages. We’re giving away free tickets to help you make the season a little brighter—literally.*

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• Seattle Restored’s Holiday Happening lands at Pacific Place on 12/14 with live music, local vendors, festive drinks, and good vibes. Come festive, and ready for holiday cheer! Free parking available too!*

• Ring in the new year with one of comedy’s best. Fortune Feimster brings her Takin’ Care of Biscuits tour to The Moore Theatre on 12/31 for a night of big laughs and even better vibes.*

• Bring the whole family downtown for free Frosty Fun Saturdays at Pacific Place, running 12/6 to 12/20 from noon to 4 p.m. Enjoy magic shows, crafts, face painting, roaming characters, balloon twisters and more, all at no cost!*

• New Year’s Eve at a historic school-turned-party palace? Yes please. McMenamins Anderson School is throwing a full-campus bash on 12/31 with live music, DJs, drinks, and plenty of midnight magic. Start 2026 somewhere unforgettable.*

• Plus other festive events like a free ice skating rink, a holiday Warren Dunes show, and more!

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 🎁

Seattle’s stacked with local legends, and this gift guide rounds up the best of ‘em. From Native-designed wool blankets to bike bags sewn right in the city, it’s packed with stuff that feels thoughtful, useful, and actually cool. Whether you’re shopping for a music head, a foodie, or someone who just really loves moss, we’ve got you covered. No corporate junk. Just gifts with soul, straight from the 206.

THIS HOLIDAY SEASON🎄 

LOCALS ONLY 🎅

• Gift crisis averted. $50 gets a Do206 MORE membership – a year of free monthly tickets to concerts and comedy. Delivered instantly, no tape or bows required. Sale ends Dec 17.*

• Catch the Holiday Lighting and FREE special outdoor screening of the beloved classic, ELF at Denny Park on Thursday, 12.11.

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