2009 Holiday Events in Snohomish County

Here is a great list of things to so in Snohomish County during the Holiday Season. A lot are free and some not. One of my favorites that we do every year is go to "The lights of Christmas at Warm Beach". Its incredible up there and all the lights are just so pretty. Plus its my kids yearly visit to Santa and the best part is its free to sit on his lap with your paid admission. I bring my Camera and there's the kids yearly Santa Photo-- Free! Admission cost is $14 for adults, kids 4-12 $8, 3 and under are free. Yes, its not real cheap but, honestly it is so worth it and if you Click here you can get a $2 off coupon (I always print one for each person) Also if you go bundle up good its pretty cold up there.  I actually have never figured out why they call it Warm Beach because its right up the cliffs from the sound and just plain cold.. Then again I dont think people would think much about going if they called it Cold Beach.  There are plenty opportunities to go inside though so make an event out of it!
Here's more fun stuff!

EVENTS

Bothell - Festival of Lights & Cookies with Mrs. Claus - Dec 12 - Dec 13
12-3p.m. Thousands of twinkling white lights outline each store. Children can meet Mrs. Claus and sample one of her fresh baked cookies on both days. No charge. www.countryvillagebothell.com

Marysville - Lavender Hills Farms Holiday Season - Nov 20 - Dec 20
Lavender Hills Farm and Gift Shop A picturesque hilltop farm overlooking green pastures. Lavender Hills Farm and Gift Shop Holiday Season begins Nov 20. Open Fri, Sat and Sun from 10am - 4pm through December 2.

Everett Mall welcomes Santa - Nov 21 - Dec 24
Santa arrives 11/21 for photos. Live entertainment for the kids every Sat in Dec.

Driftwood Players in Edmonds presents " A Christmas Story" Nov 27 - Dec 20
The Driftwood Players presents - A Christmas Story. The modern holiday classic about a boy and his quest for the perfect Christmas present. General admission $23 and junior/senior $20.

The Lights of Christmas- Warm Beach - Dec 3 - Dec 29
More than 1 million lights will be displayed at The Lights of Christmas, a spectacle spread over 15 acres at Warm Beach Camp in Stanwood. The Lights of Christmas event includes music, theater, activities for kids.

Argosy Christmas Ship Festival-Edmonds - Dec 7
The Argosy Christmas Ship Festival has celebrated the holidays in the Northwest since 1949, this year celebrating the 60th anniversary of Argosy Cruises. The festival runs nightly from Saturday, Nov 28th -Tue, Dec 23rd.

Edmonds - Christmas Ship Celebration at the Pier - Dec 7
Enjoy the ships and refreshments. Starts at 7p.m. 

Darrington Holiday Bake Sale - Dec 11 - Dec 12
9-4pm. Cascade Senior Ctr. Darrington Avenue.

Edmonds Center for the Arts presents "Seattle Women's Chorus-Making Spirits Bright" - Dec 11
For the first time at ECA, the heavenly and angelic voices of Seattle Women's Chorus (sister chorus to Seattle Men's Chorus) will be Making Spirits Bright in their annual holiday concert. Showtime 7:30p.m. $20-25, $15 youth.

Last Leaf Dinner Theatre presents "The Shakespearean Murder Mystery or Someone was Rotten at Dinner"-Monroe - Dec 11 - Dec 12
An evening of holiday revels and homicide-Elizabethan style!

Pacific West Performing Arts Winter Showcase-Everett - Dec 12
Pacific West Performing Arts presents Winter Showcase 2009! 3pm. Come see PacWest dance students perform to traditional and not-so-traditional Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa music; PacWest drama students will debut holiday monologues.

Sno-King Community Chorale presents "Holiday Magic: A Northwest Celebration"-Edmonds - Dec 12
3:30pm and 7:30pm. Features Stan Boreson. Tickets $15,$13.

Monroe - Las Posadas Community Event – Dec 12
A long-standing tradition in Mexico and Central America celebrating the pilgrimage of Mary and Joseph. Frank Wagner Elementary. 115 Dickinson Road. Monroe.
Call for details. 360-863-4559.

Pacific West Performing Arts Winter Showcase-Everett – Dec 12
Come see PacWest dance students perform to traditional and not-so-traditional Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa music; PacWest drama students will debut holiday monologues. Tickets available at the Everett Civic Auditorium door or at PacWest. Showtime is 3:00pm. Visit pacwestdance.com for more info, or call 360-563-2793. Everett Civic Auditorium, Colby Ave, Everett. 425 591 7918. kelly@pacificwestperformingarts.com.

Imagine Children's Museum's North Pole Party & GingerBread Village-Everett – Dec 12 – Dec 13
Join in the holiday fun with Gingerbread House Building, Create a Holiday Pine Swag, Santa Visits, Story Time and MORE! Check out our website for more details at www.ImagineCM.org. Location: Imagine Children's Museum. 425-258-1006.

Olympic Ballet presents "The Nutcracker"-Arlington - Dec 13
Performance of Traditional Holiday Family Fun!

2:00 PM

Snohomish - Holiday Parlour Tour - Dec 13
The holidays are approaching, take a Parlour Tour to see the sights.

Edmonds Center for the Arts presents "The Shirelles Noel Holiday Show"- Dec 19
Few performers can sustain a presence in the pop culture consciousness for over 40 years, but as Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member, The Shirelles have done this and more. Showtime 7:30p.m. $35-40, $15 youth.

Imagine Children's Museum - "Night of the Elves" - Everett - Dec 19
6-10:30pm. Ages 4-12. Dinner with the Elves!, Santa's Workshop, Mrs Kringle's Kitchen and Frosty's Games! Pre-registration required! Will sell out early.

Olympic Ballet presents "The Nutcracker"-Everett - Dec 19 - Dec 20
Performance of Traditional Holiday Family Fun! December 19, 20 at 2:00 PM Visit our website at www.olympicballet.com Or call (425) 774-7570 for more details

Everett Symphony presents "Messiah Sing-A-Long" - Dec 20
Messiah Sing-A-Long showtime at 3p.m. Description: This yearly tradition will serve as a benefit to raise money for the orchestra’s travel fund.

Olympic Ballet presents "Santa Breakfast"-Lynnwood - Dec 20
Santa Breakfast with Mini-Nutcracker great holiday family fun. 10:00 AM Visit our website at www.olympicballet.com Or call (425) 774-7570 for more details

Snohomish - Winter Solstice Candlelight Walk - Dec 21
Winter is upon us! Join us for this beautiful walk. Remember to wear warm clothing and boots if raining.

Everett Symphony presents "Night Before New Year's Eve" – Dec 30
Night before New Year's Eve showtime at 8p.m. Get a jump on your New Year’s celebration with Dr. Cobbs and the Everett Symphony. Celebrate with hors d’oeuvres and champagne, then enjoy a narrated look back through the highlights of the last 50 years! Reception begins at 7:00 PM Everett Performing Art Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave. 800-595-4849. www.everettsymphony.org

Imagine Children's Museum - "Rockin' New Year's Eve Daytime Party" – Dec 31
Open regular hours. Special activities 12-4pm. Music and dance. Make party accessories: 2010 glasses, crazy hats, party poppers, noise makers and more! Activities free with museum admission.

Stanwood - New Year's Eve Dance – Dec 31
Come and ring in the New Year! Call for information. Camano Senior & Community Center, 606 Arrowhead Road. Phone: 360-387-0222.