Magic in the Market 31st Annual Holiday Celebration
Sat, Nov 2811:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday, November 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Santa photos 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Market Tree Lighting ceremony at 5:00 PM
Pike Place Market85 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101 · 0.4 mi approx. from SeattleDirections
All ages; stroller access via Market elevators to MarketFront; cookie decorating for kids
FreeFree admission; free Santa photos and cookie decorating; artisan crafts and market food available for purchase
About this adventure
Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend at Seattle most famous landmark! The 31st Annual Magic in the Market brings holiday cheer to the historic 9-acre market with a day packed full of festive, family-friendly programming. Children can participate in holiday cookie decorating at the Atrium Farm, listen to wandering carolers singing holiday classics beneath the clock, and take free keepsake photos with Santa Claus on the MarketFront Pavilion overlooking Elliott Bay.\n\nAt 5:00 PM, Santa leads the countdown for the official lighting of the giant 20-foot holiday tree and the illumination of Pike Place Market iconic neon clock tower and rooftop cobblestone streets. Fresh cider, farm-fresh produce, and artisan craft stalls make it easy to start holiday shopping while sharing Seattle heritage with kids.
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