FreeDowntown Seattle Holiday Tree Lighting & Westlake Park Carousel
Fri, Nov 2711:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday, November 27, 2026; Family activities from 11:00 AM; Tree and Star Lighting Ceremony with fireworks at 5:00 PM; Carousel operates 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily through early January
Westlake Park401 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 · 0.4 mi approx. from SeattleDirections
All ages; flat paved plaza with direct elevator access from transit station; carousel suitable for toddlers with parents
FreeFree admission to Tree Lighting celebration and concerts; $5 suggested donation for Holiday Carousel rides supporting local charities
About this adventure
Black Friday in Downtown Seattle reaches a crescendo at Westlake Park with the grand Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration and the seasonal debut of the vintage Holiday Carousel! Festivities run all day beginning at 11:00 AM with family lawn games, warm cocoa stands, craft making, and live musical performances on stage.\n\nAt 5:00 PM, thousands gather as the towering community holiday tree and the iconic rooftop star burst into thousands of twinkling LED lights, crowned by a spectacular rooftop pyrotechnic fireworks show. The classic outdoor Westlake Carousel welcomes children and families for spins throughout the holiday season, operating as a beloved annual charity tradition for local children initiatives. Located adjacent to the Westlake Monorail and light rail stations, it is exceptionally easy to reach with transit and strollers.
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