Get ready to mark your calendars because the "Hometown Holidays 2025" celebration in the West Seattle Junction is set to bring warmth and cheer to the community, starting the weekend after Thanksgiving. This year’s schedule emphasizes supporting local businesses, enjoying live entertainment, and, of course, spending time with Santa and his helpers.
The festivities kick off on Saturday, November 29th, with a push to SHOP SMALL. Shoppers can also participate in Nutcracker Suite Selfies.
As December begins, the schedule ramps up with opportunities for late-night shopping and family fun. On December 4th, attendees can look forward to seeing Santa, Santa’s Elves, and enjoying LIVE MUSIC, alongside a book club event.
A major highlight is scheduled for December 6th, which features SHOP LATE opportunities and the highly anticipated tree lighting ceremony. The tree lighting event is packed with excitement, including a Holiday Market, live music, carolers, Santa, and a beverage garden. Also on December 6th, Santa and his elves will be appearing at Curious Kidstuff.
Mid-December brings more opportunities to shop and sample local favorites. On December 11th, during another SHOP LATE event, visitors can enjoy the company of Santa’s elves and carolers. This date also features an art walk and samples of Beecher’s soup and cheese.
Community efforts are also central to the season. A Kiwanis Cocoa & Coat Drive is scheduled for December 13th at the Farmers Market.
For those looking to keep the momentum going, the celebration includes the ongoing "Walk All Ways" activities running from December 9th through December 23rd. Finally, Santa and his elves will make another appearance at Curious Kidstuff on December 14th.
The full calendar promises a wonderful opportunity to enjoy live music, delicious samples, and the magic of the holiday season.
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Hometown Holidays 2025 Event Schedule
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Event/Activity
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Date(s)
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Time
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Source(s)
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Shop Small Saturday
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Saturday, November 29th
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During merchant business hours (Varies by location)
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Kiwanis Community Pancake Breakfast
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Saturday, December 6th
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7-11A
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Tree Lighting & Holiday Night Market
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Saturday, December 6th
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4-8P
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Meet the Big Man Himself (Santa)
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Thursday, December 4th
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5:30-7:30P
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Santa’s Elves Are Coming to Town
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Thursday, December 4th
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5:30-7:30P
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Better Than Brass (Live Music)
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Thursday, December 4th
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5:30-7P
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Art Walk and Art of Music
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Thursday, December 11th
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5-7:30P
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Silver Bell Carolers Return
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Thursday, December 11th
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5:30-7:30P
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Santa’s Elves Are Coming to Town
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Thursday, December 11th
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5:30-7:30P
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Santa Sightings (at Curious Kidstuff)
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Saturday, December 13th
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12-3P
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Cocoa & Coat Drive (with Kiwanis)
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Sunday, December 14th
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10A-2P
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Bloodworks West Seattle Junction Blood Drive
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Sunday, December 14th
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9A-3P
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Holiday Room Selfies (at Curious Kidstuff)
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December 10th–23rd
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10-6P daily
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Walk All Ways
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December 9th–23rd
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Time not specified
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Nutcracker Suite Selfies
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Saturday, November 29th
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Time not specified
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Santa & his elves (at Curious Kidstuff)
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Saturday, December 6th and Sunday, December 14th
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Time not specified
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SHOP LATE
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Thursday, December 6th and Thursday, December 11th
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Time not specified
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