There is lots of holiday fun to be had around Tacoma this December!
Drink for a cause with the Hoppy Holiday Food Drive, travel back in time for some Christmas regale, catch holiday flicks on the big screen, jingle all the way to the finish line in Wright Park, catch the Santa Parade on South Tacoma Way, upgrade those ski's and snowboards for winter fun, wander the dazzling Zoo Lights, and of course support local vendors at a number of fun markets this season. There's so much to do in Tacoma this month, we will certainly see you out there.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from us at Douville Home Group!
December 3rd
It's time again to drink for a cause! We at Douville Home Group have partnered with 10 local breweries and cideries for a little friendly competition to collect non-perishable items and monetary donations for Emergency Food Network. On December 3rd we will all gather at Peaks and Pints for the final weigh-in, raffles, and seasonal drafts from each of the participating breweries and cideries. This final push is where a lot of the magic happens! We will find out which brewery or cidery has brought in the most donations and hand them the Hoppy Holiday Tap Handle Trophy! So join us for a frosty local brew, bring in non-perishable items, or to maximize your impact, make a financial donation towards you favorite brewery or cidery total's at: www.hoppyholidayfooddrive.com/donation-links
December 7th
Take a minute to slow down this holiday season and enjoy some old-fashioned Christmas regale. Wander through time with parlor games, ornament crafting, and pomander making with clementines and cloves. Help bring in the yule log and take a fresh cut home, pop into the holiday market for a treasure, or snag a treat from the kitchen. Father Christmas will be making an appearance and children of all ages are welcome to come say hello. Purchase your tickets in advance here.
December 7th
Bring the whole family down for carols and cocoa at this charming holiday event. Enjoy live music, arts and crafts, inflatables, cookie decorating, and more. Be sure to snap a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus, then get cozy while they tell some sweet holiday stories. If you're feeling brave, we hear the Grinch will have some stories to tell as well. Don't worry, we're pretty sure his heart has grown since last year.
December 10th, 11th, 12th, and 20th
Christmas Movie Marathon at The Blue Mouse Theatre
Blue Mouse theater is hosting a Christmas Movie Marathon to get you into the holiday spirit. Holiday movies are certainly a large part of our family's holiday tradition, what a treat to be able to see some on the big screen! This movie marathon is also an opportunity to help out local families by bringing in unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots!
This year’s movie line-up includes:
December 14th
Santa Clause is coming to town! The 11th Annual Tacoma Santa Parade will be lighting up South Tacoma Way with festivities and fun. Starting at 12pm, enjoy live performances, local vendors, tasty treats, an ugly sweater contest, and a chance to meet Ol' Saint Nick himself. Then at 4:30 the dazzling parade will weave it's way through the historic South Tacoma Way between South 50th & 56th. This community event is all about bringing people together and taking care of our neighbors. If you can, bring a donation of a lightly used winter coat, or new gloves, hats, and socks.
December 14th
Winter is coming and so it the SNOW! Get great deals on new and used skis, snowboards, and other winter equipment at this once a year sale. You'll find bindings, boots, helmets, skis, boards, and more. We know from experience that kiddos grow fast, so use this great opportunity to get them geared up for the year and then re-sell it next year. All sellers must register online here: https://tacomaskiswap.com/online-gear-registration/ . Time to hit the slopes in style!
December 14th
Jingle all the way to the finish line! Dawn your most festive athletic wear for a for brisk three mile run through Wright Park. This yearly event is a fun way to get the family out for some holiday fun, and if the work-out doesn't get you warmed up, then we know the finish line hot cocoa will! Stick around after the race for the poinsettia pop-up sale and a chance to take a selfie with Santa in the conservatory.
Now through January 5th!
The magic that is Zoo Lights is back for it’s 37th year. Wander the Point Defiance Zoo, where thousands of shimmering lights will be fashioned into leaping lemurs, flying eagles, swinging monkeys, and of course, a giant octopus carefully watching over the Puget Sound. Don't miss the perfect photo opportunity in the rainbow tunnel! Come bundled up and ready for fun, and when it’s time to warm up, grab some toasted cinnamon apples and a cup of cocoa. The gift shop and carousel will also be open. Tickets must be purchased in advance, as there is a timed entry.
Tickets and times are available here:
Holiday Markets
The holiday season has begun and so has the hunt for a perfect gift. Try shopping local this year and supporting our artist neighbors and friends. Here are a few markets happening this month:
December 1st
Location: Sons of Norway
1106 S. 15th St., Tacoma
This is their inaugural market!
Community based music and dance performances throughout the day
Local vendors welling clothing, jewelry, vintage items, letter press, ceramics, home goods, culinary goods, wellness items, and food
December 1st
Location: Tacoma Armory
1001 S. Yakima Ave., Tacoma
Holiday Workshops including wreath making, cake decorating, ornament crafting, and more!
Local vendors selling vintage items, sneakers, records, and other collectibles.
Cocktails, food trucks, and hot cocoa bar
Live DJs throughout the day
Photo booths and photos with Black Santa
December 6th – 8th
Location: Urban Grace
902 Market St., Tacoma
Holiday gift from local vendors AND around the world!
Handmade and fair trade home & lifestyle goods, jewelry, décor, eats, and treats
Local live entertainment
Face painting for the kiddos!
December 19th
Location: 7Seas Brewing
2102 Jefferson Ave., Tacoma
Shop local and drink local at this family friendly market!
Local vendors selling clothing, wellness items, jewelry, art, and more
Food by The Canteen and coffee by Naomi Joes
Beer from 7Seas and Heidelberg!
December 21st
Location: Tacoma Armory
1001 S. Yakima Ave., Tacoma
80+ Local vendors
Food trucks
Live performances and DJ
Cash bar hosted by Tacoma Arts Live
Photos with Black Santa
Family fun activities including learning about Kwanzaa!
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