Let It Glow, Winter Festivities in Port Townsend

Winter Shines Bright in Port Townsend

Plan your trip, book your hotel, and experience the magic of the season in Port Townsend. There is a lot happening in Port Townsend this winter holiday season so check out the holiday events below that you should add to your trip itinerary.

Holiday Events in Port Townsend

November 28-December 28, Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Christmas Show, Key City Public Theatre, A fast and funny mash-up where holiday tradition meets theatrical hilarity. All the ghosts are here—but with a comic spin! Packed with laughs, surprises, and festive cheer, this fresh take on “A Christmas Carol” will have audiences of all ages roaring with laughter and feeling the holiday spirit.

November 29, Small Business Saturday, find carolers from Wild Rose Chorale around town while shopping to support small businesses.

December 6, Let It Glow….Mega Holiday Merriment in Downtown with

  • Community Tree Lighting, Haller Fountain at 4:30pm, prior to the tree lighting meet Santa at the Cotton Building and take photos with the Kiwanis Choo Choo.
  • Salish Sea Makers Market, Cotton Building from 12-7pm, a variety of vendors with the perfect gifts for the holidays.
  • Jefferson County Historical Society and KPTZ Holiday Extravaganza, Jefferson Historical Society
  • Magic of Christmas, American Legion, experience Santa visits, fun and games for all ages.
  • Bishop Holiday Market, Bishop Bottle Shop from 4-8pm, featuring vendors and drink specials.
  • First Saturday Art Walk, Various Locations from 5-8pm, visit a variety of galleries and shops around town that stay open late for this monthly event. 

December 13, Crafts and Coco with PT Artscape, Cotton Building 1-4pm, kids arts and crafts led by PT Artscape.

December 31, First Night, an all-ages celebration presented by The Production Alliance. This year’s theme, Extraterrestrial Extravaganza, invites earthlings of all ages to explore a universe of live music, circus arts, stargazing, interactive art, history-and-art exhibits, fireworks, and more.

Throughout the month of November and December enjoy the lights in the historic districts. From the tree lined trees in downtown, snowflakes in uptown, and a special lighting enhancement feature in Adams Street Park, downtown will be glowing for the season.

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