Updated for 12/7/2024: Welcome to this year’s WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide! Check back often – we’re updating it at least once a day now through New Year’s – adding what’s newly announced and removing what’s over – so if you have something, lease email us ASAP so we can add it! Note that the link has changed this year – it’s westseattleblog.com/holiday – thank you!
(WSB photo from past Duwamish Longhouse art fair)
HOLIDAY GIFT FAIR AT OLG, DECEMBER 7-8: The popular fair-trade-gift fair returns to Our Lady of Guadalupe, 4-8 pm Saturday, 9:30 am-1:30 am Sunday.
HOLIDAY ART SHOW & SALE, THROUGH DECEMBER 15: Rain City Clay in Arbor Heights is hosting a holiday show & sale again this year, featuring artists who work with clay:
Dates & Times
Saturday, December 7th (1-5 pm)
Sunday, December 8th (1-5 pm)Friday, December 13th (4-8)
Saturday, December 14th (1-5 pm)
Sunday, December 15th (1-5 pm)Shop the show at Rain City Clay:
4208 SW 100th
FUTURE PRIMITIVE HOLIDAY MARKET, DECEMBER 7: Future Primitive (9832 14th SW) in White Center is celebrating its 6th anniversary with a Holiday Market. 1 pm, with Santa visiting 3-5:30 pm.
VASHON ISLAND HOLIDAY STUDIO TOUR, DECEMBER 7-8, 14-15: Take a ferry to explore this event!
Vashon Island artists offer art lovers and gift shoppers a fun and inspirational event, the Vashon Island Holiday Studio Tour, Saturdays and Sundays,December 7-8 and 14-15, 2024, from 10 am to 4 pm. The tour, which is organized by Vashon Island Visual Artists, features 44 studios and galleries representing more than 140 artists and craftspeople. The organization’s website also offers an interactive online map with details about each studio or gallery.
JUNCTION NIGHT MARKET, DECEMBER 7: Hometown Holidays Night Market in The Junction, time TBA.
ART WALK, DECEMBER 12: West Seattle Art Walk, December/holiday edition, 5 pm “until late.”
JET CITY LABS’ SMALL-BIZ EVENING MARKET, DECEMBER 12: Evening edition, with 5 pm starts. (4547 California SW)
MAKERS ART MARKET, DECEMBER 14: Noon-5 pm at Alki Bathhouse (2701 Alki SW), more than two dozen makers are there for your shopping adventures.
HOLIDAY NATIVE ART MARKET ENCORE, DECEMBER 14: 11 am to 7 pm at the Duwamish Tribe Longhouse (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)
DELRIDGE WINTER MARKET, DECEMBER 14:
ACHD x DNDA Presents: 1st Annual Delridge Winter Market
Saturday December 14 from 11 AM-3 PM
Youngstown Cultural Arts Center: 4408 Delridge Way SWThis festive indoor market, an extension of the popular Delridge Farmers Market, features unique handmade goods, delicious cultural foods, and a diverse lineup of local BIPOC-owned businesses offering everything from ceramics to body care products. Enjoy free community resources like fresh produce, basic supplies, live music, culinary demos, and services like acupuncture, massage, and youth haircuts. In collaboration with African Community Housing and Development, it’s a day of holiday cheer, community connection, and festive fun—you don’t want to miss this! You can check out the vendors by visiting ACHD’s website. See you there!
JET CITY LABS’ SMALL-BIZ MARKETS, CONTINUING DECEMBER 15 & 22: December 15, 22, 10 am-2 pm, stop in to see who’s selling what at Jet City Labs for all your holiday needs, whims, and dreams! (4547 California SW)
VILLAGE GREEN, DECEMBER 17: This bazaar still has room for vendors:
We are having a holiday Bazaar on December 17th, we are looking for Vendors. We have about 10 tables to spare. We already have Scentsy, gift baskets, and personal tumblers. We would love to invite any crafters/ local vendors to come and join us at Village Green Senior Living in West Seattle on December 17th from 11 AM-4 PM , if you would like to participate, please email Corinne at corinne@villagegreenretirement.com. This event will be open to the public! Come shop and get ready for your holiday gathering at Village Green!
(2615 SW Barton)
We’ll add whatever more we hear about – westseattleblog@gmail.com is the place to send your info – thanks!
(WSB photo – Santa at Menashe Lights)
SANTA PHOTOS AND PANCAKES, DECEMBER 7: Santa photos are part of what you’ll find at the Kiwanis Club of West Seattle pancake breakfast, 7 am-11 am December 7th at Alki Masonic Center (40th/Edmunds) – details here.
SELFIES WITH SANTA AT CAPERS, DECEMBER 7-14-21: Details here, 8:30-11 am each session with “Santa Tony”! (4525 California SW)
SANTA PAWS #1, DECEMBER 7: Windermere West Seattle offers you a chance for a Santa pic with your dog, 10 am-noon December 7. (4526 California SW)
SANTA PAWS #2, DECEMBER 7: Santa & pets, 1-4 pm December 7 at Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW), $25 donation, benefiting Forgotten Dogs Rescue.
SANTA ON THE STREET, DECEMBER 12: Look for Santa roaming The Junction during the December West Seattle Art Walk, 5-8 pm.
SANTA PHOTOS IN ADMIRAL, DECEMBER 14: Santa photos will be part of the Admiral Neighborhood Association‘s Winter Wonderland event, 10 am-2 pm December 14.
SANTA AT JOHN L. SCOTT IN THE JUNCTION, DECEMBER 14: 11 am-2 pm Santa visit at 4445 California SW:
Come one, come all!!! Santa is coming to John L Scott in the Junction.
Santa Jim is the official Santa of the Seattle Christmas Market. His only other engagement this season will be at the John L Scott in the Junction.
Santa is available for photo-ops with you, your loved ones, and your well-mannered pets.
THIS EVENT IS FREE AND IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED
Complimentary cookies and cocoa will be available.
Come celebrate the season with best Santa on the block. We look forward to seeing you.
SANTA AT WESTWOOD VILLAGE, DECEMBER 14: Free photos with Santa are part of “An Enchanted Holiday Celebration” in the Westwood Village courtyard, 1-4 pm, plus treats and crafts. (2600 SW Barton)
SANTA AT MENASHE FAMILY LIGHTS, DECEMBER 14: Santa (and reindeer!) will be there on Saturday, December 14th, again an after-dark start, around 5 pm. (5605 Beach Drive SW)
SANTA AT PEGASUS PIZZA, DECEMBER 18: “Pegasus Pizza and Pasta in The Junction is having FREE Santa pictures with any purchase on December 18th from 6 pm-10 pm.” (4520 California SW)
OLG TREE: Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish & School (35th SW/SW Myrtle) have lit up the city’s highest-elevation Christmas tree!
MENASHE FAMILY LIGHTS: The Menashe Family Lights are the biggest and brightest display in West Seattle.
(WSB photo)
(5605 Beach Drive SW)
ASTRA LUMINA, THROUGH DECEMBER 15: Celestially inspired light show on the grounds of the Seattle Chinese Garden at the north end of the South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus, times vary. Tickets and info here.
HOMETOWN HOLIDAYS TREE LIGHTING, DECEMBER 7: 4-8 pm, The Junction’s tree gets lit! The main stage and tree are alongside Junction Plaza Park. (42nd SW/SW Alaska)
DECORATED HOMES, ALL SEASON LONG: We’re spotlighting homes! Watch this WSB archive.
Got lights? See lights? Neighborhood displays included – please let us know! We’ll be spotlighting lights all season long
JUNCTION TREE LIGHTING, NIGHT MARKET, MORE, DECEMBER 7: “Holiday Festival including a Night Market, Tree Lighting, Pet Costume Contest, Entertainers, Live Music, Santa, Metropolitan Singers, Beer Garden and more on SW Alaska St between 42nd and California Ave SW, including Junction Plaza Park.”
HOLIDAY ROOM SELFIES, DECEMBER 10-23: Drop-in DIY photo ops at Curious Kidstuff (4740 California SW), noon – 5 pm.
HOLIDAY ART WALK, DECEMBER 12: The Junction has special holiday extras planned for its part of the December West Seattle Art Walk: The Silver Belles carolers, Santa on the Street, Art of Music, 5 pm “till late.”
SANTA PHOTOS, DECEMBER 14: Noon-3 pm at Curious Kidstuff.
COCOA & COAT DRIVE, DECEMBER 15: At the Farmers’ Market with the Kiwanis Club of West Seattle, 10 am-2 pm – bring new or gently used coats, hats, gloves, scarves.
HOLIDAY FARMERS’ MARKET, DECEMBER 22: 10 am-2 pm, last market before Christmas Eve/Day. (California between Oregon and Alaska)
(2021 Festival of Trees)
ARTHUR’S 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS: Through December 12, daily specials at 4 pm – details in our calendar listing. (2311 California SW)
SALTY’S BRUNCH RETURNS, SUNDAYS: From Salty’s on Alki (1936 Harbor SW; WSB sponsor): “What better way to celebrate the holidays than in our festively decorated dining spaces enjoying our famous all-you-can-eat Seafood Brunch Buffet! Yes – our award-winning brunch buffet is back EVERY Sunday. It’s a cornucopia of our delicious PNW cuisine including brunch classics, crisp salads & seasonal fruit, chilled Dungeness crab legs, Emerald Acres oysters on the half shell, slow-roasted prime rib, and made-to-order omelets, scrambles, or pasta. Of course, it wouldn’t be our famous brunch without our towering chocolate waterfall and house-made sweet treats. For information and reservations, go here.”
FESTIVAL OF TREES, THROUGH JANUARY 2: Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW) will have a festive forest of distinctively decorated trees in Fellowship Hall through the holiday season. The public is invited to view them and “vote” for favorites with a donation of non-perishable items destined for area food banks. Open 9 am-noon Monday-Thursday, then an hour before Christmas concerts that will start at 7 pm on Saturday, Dec. 21, and at 4 pm on Sunday, Dec. 22. Free.
SANTA PHOTOS AND PANCAKES, DECEMBER 7: The Kiwanis Club of West Seattle will present its holiday-season pancake breakfast, 7 am-11 am December 7th at Alki Masonic Center (40th/Edmunds), $10 at the door, $8 in advance, kids eat free. Toy donations, Santa photos, more – details here.
GRINCH AND GRAHAMS, DECEMBER 8: 1:00-2:30 pm. Admiral Church (4320 SW Hill)
Family Holiday Event! FREE! “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas,” the beloved 30-minute holiday classic movie, followed by making and decorating graham cracker houses! All welcome!
‘WINTER WANDER’ SCAVENGER HUNT, THROUGH DECEMBER 15: Alice Kuder presents the “Winter Wander” scavenger hunt again this year:
The Winter Wander Scavenger Hunt is a free, 10-day community event designed to bring friends and families together for holiday fun. Wanderers download a Bingo-style clue sheet, scour West Seattle to identify the locations that solve the clues, and upload selfies in front of those locations to qualify for prize drawings. Open to everyone of all ages! Winter Wander starts at 5 PM, Fri., Dec. 6th , and concludes at 7 PM, Sun., Dec. 15th, 2024. Sign up anytime between those dates by registering at wondersinaliceland.com.
CENTER LUNCH, DECEMBER 10: Center for Active Living‘s holiday lunches. Free to members. Suggested donation for others. Browse the center’s calendar for details. (4217 SW Oregon)
HOLIDAY MOVIES AT LOCUST, DECEMBER 13-20: December 6th, December 13th, and December 20th we have Christmas movie nights starting at 6 pm. (2820 Alki SW)
WINTER WONDERLAND, ADMIRAL DISTRICT, DECEMBER 14: “There’s snow place to be like Admiral this winter! Join the Admiral Neighborhood Association on December 14th from 10 AM-2 PM for a ton of family fun at Winter Wonderland. Enjoy festive foods at Circa and Arthur’s. Then skate over to West Seattle Grounds, Seattle Yarn and Wicked Rae’s for winter crafts. And don’t forget to snap some holiday photos at Hoste, Mud Bay and West Seattle Realty (where we heard a certain jolly man in a red suit might make an appearance)! And since the best way to spread holiday cheer is to sing loud for all to hear, take a break to enjoy the Admiral Church Choir’s Roving Carolers. Follow us on Instagram, @admiralneighborhood, or head to our website, connecttoadmiral.org, for more details.”
GINGERBREAD WORKSHOP, DECEMBER 14: 10 am-noon at Tibbetts UMC (3940 41st SW), presented by Island Time Preschool – reservation and fee details are here.
WEST SEATTLE RUNNER’S CHRISTMAS LIGHT RUN, DECEMBER 22: Gather at the shop (2743 California SW) by 5:30 pm for a leisurely run to see some of the neighborhood’s best and brightest, then re-gather for beverages and festivities afterward.
THE KENNEY CHIMES CHOIR, DECEMBER 8: “The Kenney, 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW, December 8th, 2pm, Chime In for The Holidays! Join The Kenney Chimes Choir featuring The WestSide Ringers and The Kenney Singers for Carols At The Kenney! (Event is free, donations welcome) Email: tickets@thekenney,org to reserve your seat.”
WEST SEATTLE COMMUNITY ORCHESTRAS, DECEMBER 9 & 11: Two WSCO fall/winter concerts, both free admission (“donations gratefully accepted”) – Debut Orchestra and Concert Orchestra at 6 pm December 9, Wind Symphony and Symphony Orchestra at 7 pm December 11. Both concerts are at Chief Sealth International High School (2600 SW Thistle).
NORTHWEST BOYCHOIR, DECEMBER 8 & 15: Northwest Boychoir‘s annual “Festival of Lessons and Carols” at Holy Rosary Church, 7 pm. Tickets here. (42nd SW/SW Genesee)
MORE KENNEY HOLIDAY MUSIC, DECEMBER 10 & 19: The Kenney (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW) hosts Seattle Metropolitan Choir at 6:30 pm 12/10 with “Norman Rockwell Holidays,” Rat City Brass at 6:30 pm 12/19 with “Herb Alpert Holiday Favorites.” Free but reservations required; call 206.937.2800 or email tickets@thekenney.org.
THE STARRY CROWNS, DECEMBER 13: 7 pm concert at Our Lady of Guadalupe (35th/Myrtle), “a sparkling mix of sacred and secular songs.” With special guest Migi.
NORTHWEST FIRELIGHT CHORALE, DECEMBER 13: 7:30 pm concert at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church (3050 California SW) – this year’s theme is “Hearts Aglow in Winter’s Snow.” Tickets and info here.
SEATTLE GIRLS CHOIR, DECEMBER 13: 7:30 pm at Holy Rosary (42nd/Genesee), Seattle Girls Choir presents “Carmina Angelorum: Songs of the Angels.” (Follow that link for concert and ticket info.)
‘MESSIAH,’ DECEMBER 15: “West Side Presbyterian Church – Messiah – Sunday, December 15 at 10 am. Choir and soloists are joined by members of the Northwest Symphony Orchestra for this seasonal favorite. This is part of the advent series at West Side – Free.” (3601 California Ave SW)
WEST SEATTLE BIG BAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT, DECEMBER 15: At Admiral Church on December 15, 1:00-3:00 pm. “Holiday Jazz Concert, dancing as space allows! All Welcome! FREE! And there’s cookies!” (4320 SW Hill)
FAUNTLEROY CHURCH, DECEMBER 21-22: Two Christmas concerts at Fauntleroy Church (9140 California SW), 7 pm December 21 and 4 pm December 22. “Enjoy a free performance of seasonal music for choir, soloists, and instrumentalists in the sanctuary. Fellowship Hall will be open an hour before for viewing of the Festival of Trees.”
‘SNOWED IN (AGAIN),’ THROUGH DECEMBER 22: ArtsWest (4711 California SW; WSB sponsor) presents its holiday production, 7:30 pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 3 pm Sundays.
ArtsWest sent four of Seattle’s hottest musical theater stars on a cozy retreat to write the most perfect holiday show the world had ever seen. But when a blizzard hit, tensions rose and the crumpled-up notebook pages began to pile up even faster than the snow. This year, four more stars scramble to remount last year’s holiday hit. With hindsight on their side, the process should be foolproof. What could possibly go wrong?
A JOHNSON FAMILY CHRISTMAS, DECEMBER 7: All-ages holiday drag show at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), doors 6, show 6:30.
‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL,’ DECEMBER 13-14-15: The radio-play edition of “A Christmas Carol” at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), 7:30 pm December 13, 2:30 and 7:30 pm December 14, 2:30 pm December 15.
WEST SEATTLE PERFORMING ARTS, DECEMBER 14-15: WSPA presents “The Nutcracker” and “In Motion,” with matinees and evening performances at Chief Sealth IHS – details in our calendar listing
DANCE! WEST SEATTLE, DECEMBER 22: Presenting “The Nutcracker Suites” at 1:30 pm, Highline Performing Arts Center (Burien) – ticket link is in our calendar listing.
(2024 tree arrival at West Seattle Nursery)
WEST SEATTLE NURSERY (California/Brandon): Alpine Nobles, Burton Blue, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Grand Fir, Korean Fir, Noble Fir, and Nordmann Firs.
(Wreaths at Holy Rosary Tree Lot)
HOLY ROSARY TREE LOT: This year’s Holy Rosary Tree Lot, on the north side of the campus, is open. Part of the proceeds go to local nonprofits.
Open through Tuesday, December 17th.
HOURS
Opening day: Friday: 9 am – 9 pm
Monday – Thursday: 4 pm – 8 pm
Friday: 4 pm – 9 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9 am – 9 pm
TREES BY THE SEA (2530 Alki SW) … Here’s the website for info on the Alki lot – and this is what they told us:
We are back and set up on the beach again this year! We have our amazing weekly fresh cut trees available starting the 25th of November and will be open every day from then until we sell out. We also have wreaths, garland and products available from our honey company Shipwreck Apiaries.
Hours are:
Monday-Thursday – 12-7
Friday – 10-8
Saturday – 8-8
Sunday 8-7
(Last year they sold out early, so don’t delay if you’re planning to get a Tree from the Sea.)
JUNCTION ACE/TRUE VALUE: Trees in stock! (44th/Edmunds)
MCLENDON HARDWARE: Trees in stock! (White Center)
Also:
FUNDRAISING ‘DOOR DECOR’ SALES: Pathfinder K-8 PTSA and students are selling their handmade “door decor” again:
Saturday, December 7 – Kennedy Craft Fair
10 am-4 pm
at Kennedy High School: 140 S 140th St, BurienSunday, December 8 – West Seattle Farmers Market
10 am-2 pm
corner of Alaska St. & California Ave in front of Key BankWreaths are crafted by Pathfinder families from fallen branches, tree trimmings, and other recycled materials. This fundraiser for outdoor education at Pathfinder has been a beloved tradition since 1995.
WS delivery available. Also selling at 12/15 and 12/22 Farmers’ Markets – and online!
GIVING TREE AT CAPERS: Annual giving tree for families at Hickman House – stop in and claim a star. (4525 California SW)
GIVING TREE AT COMPASS, THROUGH DECEMBER 21: Give a gift or make a donation for
Compass West Seattle has partnered with the Treehouse Non-Profit Foundation, and is launching a Giving Tree drive this Christmas to support our local youth in need. This holiday season, community members can choose tags from our Giving Tree that represent specific gifts requested by children and teens, providing essentials and holiday cheer to those facing financial hardship. By participating, locals have the opportunity to come together to give back, making the season brighter for the next generation.You can either donate through our Fundraiser webpage, or stop by our office and grab a tag from our Giving Tree, we will drop off all the gifts by December 21st to the Treehouse Foundation.
(4531 California SW)
ALKI BIKE AND BOARD X TREEHOUSE, NOVEMBER 19-DECEMBER 14: We are hosting a holiday drive for Treehouse for kids, a program that supports local youth in foster care. Drive starts on November 19th – December 14th. Drop off during open hours Tue-Thur 12-6 and Fri-Sat 10-6 at Alki Bike and Board ( 2606 California Ave SW). Attached is the wish list!
WEST SEATTLE GIVING SPIRIT: Started on WSB November 20 – watch for daily spotlights of local nonprofits with information on how you can give them a boost! See who we’ve featured by scrolling through this archive.
FORGOTTEN CHILDREN’S FUND AT JOHN L. SCOTT WESTWOOD, ONGOING: Starting November 25, wnwrapped toys and gift cards are being collected at John L. Scott Real Estate – Westwood (2600 SW Barton; WSB sponsor):
John L Scott Westwood/The Madrona Group are accepting toy and monetary donations from November 25-December 18, 2024. We are working again with THE FORGOTTEN CHILDREN’S FUND to bring Christmas to underprivileged families in Washington. Last year we delivered over 20,000 gifts to children and families in Western Washington. We helped over 750 families and approximately 2,100 children.
The Forgotten Children’s Fund began when a boy named Craig wrote a letter to Santa Claus in December of 1976. That letter never got delivered to Santa’s North Pole, but it did reach a restaurant in Seattle called Francisco’s. The letter immediately captured the heart of Mr. Dick Francisco, and the Forgotten Children’s Fund was created to help others in similar situations. The FCF currently operates in King County, Lewis County, North Counties (including Skagit, Island, Snohomish and Whatcom Counties) and Chelan Counties of Washington State.
Visit forgottenchildrensfund.org to donate, volunteer or just learn more about this organization.
While all donations are greatly appreciated, the age groups that tend to have the greatest need are infants, who need engaging but safe toys, and 9–12-year old’s, who tend to prefer projects and crafts. Any toys you are able to donate would be incredibly meaningful to the families who will be receiving your support this year.
Please bring your unwrapped gifts to John L. Scott Westwood at 2600 SW Barton Street, Suite A-6 (Westwood Village), Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday between 10-1 PM. You can also donate at our other locations: John L. Scott Bothell, Des Moines, Federal Way, and Mukilteo.
Checks can be made to THE FORGOTTEN CHILDREN’S FUND – P.O. BOX 365 – Mount Vernon, WA 98273. Questions? Contact Josiah Melton at 425-949-8434 or jhmelton@johnlscott.com
TOYS FOR TOTS AT NORTHWEST INSURANCE GROUP: Drop off new, unwrapped toys at Northwest Insurance Group (5431 California SW; WSB sponsor), 8:30 am-4 pm Mondays-Fridays.
WEST SEATTLE KIWANIS’S TOYS FOR TOTS DRIVES: The Kiwanis Club of West Seattle also is accepting donations at its West Seattle Farmers’ Market booth, 10 am-2 pm Sundays, through December 10, as well as three other locations, as noted here.
FRIENDS OF ROXHILL: Ongoing contribution campaign (donate here):
Every child should have a holiday meal and present, and parents and caregivers could use less stress this holiday season. You can make a difference by donating today to Friends of Roxhill Elementary, our school’s non-profit PTO.
Bring holiday cheer and help families cover basic household needs (e.g., groceries, cleaning supplies, utilities). Our goal is to provide each family with $200 in holiday and household support this year.
While we typically have about 50 families in our community who need support through the holiday season, Roxhill Elementary School’s counselor, Ms. Amber, has shared that the need for assistance has increased this year.
“Roxhill Elementary has the most amazing community of bright, loving kids and caring, generous families,” said Ms. Amber. “I know how hard it is to ask for help, so I honor every parent that has had the courage to let me know they need help right now. This is what community is about.”
Roxhill Elementary is a small but mighty Title I school with approximately 245 students, located in the south end of West Seattle. 60% of our students are on free and reduced lunch. Over 72% of our students are from BIPOC communities (Black, Indigenous, Person of Color). Our school has a strong sense of community. We come together to celebrate and support each other.
You can help us show every family that they are seen and cared for. This is a moment when we need to come together.
CAUDLE FAMILY’S DRIVE-UP FOOD AND COAT DRIVE, DECEMBER 7: “Our family is doing our annual Food & Coat Drive for the West Seattle Food Bank on Dec. 7th from 10-3.” Just drive or ride up to the back lot at Hope Lutheran (4456 42nd SW) and drop off your donations.
SPD WARM CLOTHING DRIVE, DECEMBER 7: 11 am-3 pm at Southwest Precinct (2300 SW Webster) – details here.
TOYS FOR TOTS AT FIRE STATION 29, DECEMBER 7: 1-3 pm, part of a citywide SFD drive.
COCOA & COAT DRIVE, DECEMBER 15: South end of West Seattle Farmers’ Market, look for the Kiwanis Club of West Seattle booth, where you can donate, 10 am-1:30 pm. (California/Alaska).
CLOTHING DRIVE FOR DENNY/SEALTH, DECEMBER 18 & JANUARY 8 DROPOFFS: Details here.
CLOTHING DRIVE AT DAVE NEWMAN INSURANCE AGENCY, THROUGH JAN. 1: It’s back!
The 11th annual winter clothing drive has begun at Dave Newman State Farm Insurance Agency.
In conjunction with the West Seattle Food Bank and West Seattle Helpline, we are collecting donations of clothes, coats, and shoes from November 20th until January 1st. Come see the new building front when you drop off your donations at 3435 California Ave Southwest. The office is open for donations Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Tuesdays 9 am to 2 pm.
This year our agency will also collect food donations for the West Seattle Food Bank.
For undergarments and socks please donate only new and unopened packages of clothing items.
Pickup may be available for those who have donations but are unable to transport them.
For further information contact the State Farm office at (206) 932-1878.
Special thank you to West Seattle Recycling for their donation of collection barrels.
Thank you West Seattle for your generosity and spirit of giving.
Having a holiday sale? Special late hours? Seasonal deals? Email us info so we can feature it here!
ALKI BIKE AND BOARD: “We are having a bike sale on all full-priced bikes. 10-30% off big brand names like Kona, Salsa, Surly, Haro, Jamis. Also wanted to remind everyone that our Treehouse for Foster Kids donation drive is still running!! We accept new or lightly used items.” ㅤ(2606 California SW)◡̈
ALKI KAYAK TOURS, ALL SEASON: “This year, we’re inviting everyone to give the gift of adventure! With a special 15% discount using code ADVENTURE15, treat your friends and family to gift cards and gift certificates that create lasting memories.” kayakalki.com
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND AT AVALON GLASSWORKS: Specials:
Holiday shopping kicks off at Avalon Glassworks with a free-gift-with-purchase Thanksgiving weekend. Join us Black Friday 11/29, Small Business Saturday 11/30, and Sunday 12/1/24, 12 to 4 pm, and get a glass candy cane decoration ($15 value) with any purchase (limit one per customer per day). We will have live glass blowing warming the gallery from noon until 2 pm and hundreds of gift ideas, holiday decor and ornaments.
Avalon Glassworks
2914 SW Avalon Way
SHOPPING PASSPORT: More than half a dozen local businesses have joined forces to offer a “passport” with prizes, available all season, as previewed here.
ART WALK, DECEMBER 12: West Seattle Art Walk‘s holiday edition, 5 pm “until late,” with extra holiday fun. Remember, most art work you see can be purchased!
DECEMBER 15, 22: Holiday Farmers’ Markets in The Junction, 10 am-2 pm.
FAUNTLEROY CHURCH (9140 California SW)
Christmas Eve:
4 pm children’s service
7 pm all-ages with candlelight/choir
11 pm with candlelight/communion
ADMIRAL CHURCH (4320 SW Hill)
Candlelight Christmas Eve worship service. December 24, 5:00-6:00 pm.
Celebrate Christmas Eve with traditional song and story in a casual, friendly, space. Community warmly welcomed! Child care available.
WESTSIDE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION (7141 California SW)
5:00 pm Christmas Eve Service:
At our annual multigenerational Christmas Eve service, let us appreciate the invitation to pause and lean into merriment. We will tell the Christmas story and be reminded of the hope and resilience of a family searching for a place to bring new life into the world. May lift our voices together in song, and make lights in the dark.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH (3050 California SW)
Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24th, SJB will have our annual family-focused Holy Eucharist and Nativity Pageant at 5:00 pm.
At 9:30 pm on Christmas Eve, join us as we sing favorite carols of the season before our Christmas Eve Holy Eucharist with Incense at 10:00 pm.
And join us Christmas Morning, Wednesday, December 25th for Holy Eucharist with Music at 9:30 am.
BETHANY WEST SEATTLE (8600 9th SW)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24 | 4 PM
Come worship in a family-friendly service as we sing, light candles, and celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, together!
More info: www.christmasatbethany.orgSUNDAY, DECEMBER 29 | 9:30 AM
End of Year Brunch: Reflect on the past year and look forward to the new year at our Sunday Brunch service the last Sunday of the year!SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29 | 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Community Meal: For anyone who wants a hot meal!
WEST SEATTLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH (4400 42nd SW)
We’ll add more winter-holiday services as we receive announcements/schedules – so please e-mail us if/when you have your schedule finalized – thanks!
(WSB photo from 2019 Junction celebration)
THE DATES: This year, the 8-night Festival of Lights begins the evening of December 25th and ends January 2nd.
Any local Hanukkah events? Email us – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
GROCERY-STORE HOURS: Who’s open and who’s closed? We’ll update here as we find/receive the info.
RESTAURANTS THAT ARE OPEN: We’ll be compiling a list and linking it here when Christmas gets closer. (Know your hours already? Please tell us!)
OTHER BUSINESSES: While we don’t compile a comprehensive list, business owners/managers are welcome to send us info – especially if you have any last-minute shopping hours on Christmas Eve.
(Photo by David Hutchinson)
MIDNIGHT FIREWORKS: Yes, the Space Needle plans pyrotechnics again to greet 2025.
NOT-SO-SILENT NIGHT PARADE: Highland Park Improvement Club will again lead a neighborhood walk/parade with noisemakers on NYE to say goodbye to the old year. Time/place TBA.
BAR PARTIES: We’ll add listings as we get them!
(January 1, 2022 photo by Scott Nelson)
POLAR BEAR SWIM: New Year’s Day morning on Alki – organizer Mark Ufkes confirmed to the Alki Community Council that it’s on again, 10 am sharp, all along the sandy beach.
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