Experience the holiday cheer in Tacoma! Our guide has everything you need for a festive season. From Tacoma regulars to holiday explorers, our guide brings the festive season to life.
Popular events around the city include Zoolights, which transforms the Point Defiance Zoo into a mesmerizing display of lights and decorations. Enchant Christmas offers a magical experience with its impressive light maze and festive market. And the beloved Nutcracker is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing a classic ballet performance that captures the spirit of the season. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Tacoma
- Midwinter Revels
- The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
- 79th Annual Tacoma Tree Lighting
- Tacoma Light Trail
- Holiday Blast with Santa
- Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
- Live Nativity at Discovery Bible Church (Gig Harbor)
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Midwinter Revels (Tacoma) • 0.2 miles
Diverse cultural traditions blended with beloved Revels rituals
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Tacoma) • 0.2 miles
Annual tree lighting celebration with live music
79th Annual Tacoma Tree Lighting (Tacoma) • 0.2 miles
Historic 79th annual tree lighting ceremony
Tacoma Light Trail (Tacoma) • 0.2 miles
Walkable/driveable trail of light art with sound pairings
Holiday Blast with Santa (Tacoma) • 3.7 miles
Festive activities and Santa meet-and-greets
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Events Around University Place
Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (Tacoma)
Over one million sparkling lights transform the zoo into a winter wonderland.
Live Nativity at Discovery Bible Church (Gig Harbor)
Biblically accurate depiction of the first Christmas
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