31 DAYS OF HOLIDAY MAGIC IN PIERCE COUNTY

Tacoma and the South Puget Sound is a magical and affordable holiday-season getaway, close to home.

Ice skating, theatrical productions, snowshoeing on Mount Rainier and of course... Santa Claus! 'Tis the season in Pierce County, so make the most of this magical time of year with 31 days of holiday happenings. Go forth and delight in seasonal food and drink, pillowy mountain snowbanks, enchanting stage productions, small-town Americana and joyful family outings. However you plan to enjoy the season, you'll find Pierce County is bursting with holiday cheer.

For even more holiday happenings in Pierce County, visit our events page. Most events have multiple dates.

Dec. 1

Stroll past extravagantly decorated evergreen trees, snap a pic with Santa, and enjoy live music at the Festival of Trees. Learn More...

Dec. 2

Enjoy colorful floats, marching bands, dance units, and plenty of holiday cheer with Santa himself with Sumner's classic Main Learn More...

Dec. 3

Hello, holidays! Immerse yourself in yuletide activities at the Victorian Country Christmas in Puyallup. Learn More...

Dec. 4

Celebrate the holiday, Big Band style, with swinging seasonal favorites. Learn More...

Dec. 5

Santa trades his sleigh for a fire truck in Fife! Get a photo with Santa, and enjoy cookies and cocoa. Learn More...

Dec. 6

Manestage Theatre in Sumner portrays the holiday classic, It's a Wonderful Life. Learn More...

Dec. 7

Take your little one to play inside Santa's house and elf villages at the North Pole at the Puyallup fairgrounds. Learn More...

Dec. 8

Celebrate Gig Harbor’s Scandinavian heritage at Harbor History Museum’s 4th Annual Light Up the Night festivities for St. Learn More...

Dec. 9

At Tacoma Art Museum Store, be sure to discover special one-of-a-kind gifts made by talented local artisans perfect for that Learn More...

Dec. 10

Join the Claus family for a photo op (free with admission) in a 1906 Cadillac Model K Tulip Touring Car, and kids receive a Learn More...

Dec. 11

The mountain is calling. Crystal Mountain is unrivaled when it comes to winter recreation, go hit the slopes. Learn More...

Dec. 12

Go for a two mile drive through nearly 300 displays at the Fantasy Lights in Spanaway. Learn More...

Dec. 13

Baby, it's cold outside! Bundle up in your cozy layers, head to DuPont and enjoy a brisk walk through Sequalitchew Creek Learn More...

Dec. 14

Join the Chabad of Pierce County as they celebrate Chanukah with the annual public Menorah Lighting at Uptown Learn More...

Dec. 15

Back at the Lakewood Playhouse for the first time since 2008, watch the story of Scrooge's journey from an embittered Learn More...

Dec. 16

Home Alone is quickly becoming a holiday classic movie, and The Grand Cinema is offering a free screening for all ages, Learn More...

Dec. 17

At the Museum of Glass, visiting artist Nancy Callan will guide you through creating your own fused-glass snow person in Learn More...

Dec. 18

Get the whole family dressed in PJ's, and get ready to believe in holiday magic on the Polar Express. Learn More...

Dec. 19

Check holiday shopping off your list! Unique gifts are easy to find in the charming downtown shops of Puyallup + Sumner. Learn More...

Dec. 20

Zoolights transforms Point Defiance Zoo + Aquarium into a twinkling wonderland. Learn More...

Dec. 21

Museums in Tacoma's Museum District are free in the afternoons on every third Thursday of the month - including this one! Learn More...

Dec. 22

Drink and be merry! Raise your glass to holiday cheer while sampling award-winning local spirits at Heritage Distilling Learn More...

Dec. 23

Holiday magic is filling the cone as Museum of Glass celebrates its Third Annual Fire and Ice Festival with holiday-themed Learn More...

Dec. 24

Take a break from the holiday hustle and bustle! Bring your family and friends to Wright Park to enjoy a refreshing afternoon Learn More...

Dec. 25

Merry Christmas!

Dec. 26

History and holiday magic unite at the Washington State History Museum for the Annual Model Train Festival. Learn More...

Dec. 27

See the holiday lights from a marine perspective - take a trip along the Gig Harbor waterfront with Destiny Harbor Tours. Learn More...

Dec. 28

Tromp through fresh snowfall at Mt. Rainier National Park, then trade in your snowshoes for a cup of cocoa. Learn More...

Dec. 29

Celebrate the holidays in the Hot Shop! Create a unique glass ornament with the Hilltop Artists. Learn More...

Dec. 30

Animals enjoy holiday treats too! Winter Wildland at Northwest Trek is a day of holiday goodies and enrichments. Learn More...

Dec. 31

Ring in the new year at First Night Tacoma! The only family friendly, alcohol-free event in the Puget Sound region Learn More...

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