Village of Lights!

Downtown Leavenworth 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Every winter Leavenworth shines bright with over half a million lights 6am until 11pm each day from Thanksgiving thru the last day of February! There is no charge to visit Leavenworth and see the lights, so make your plans to visit our beautiful Bavarian Alpine Village – it’s like living inside a magical snow globe!

Village of Lights: Christmastown 2024

Downtown Leavenworth 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States +1 more

Every winter Leavenworth shines bright with over half a million lights from 6 AM until 11 PM each day from Thanksgiving thru the last day of February! There is no charge to visit Leavenworth and see the lights, so plan to visit our beautiful Bavarian Alpine Village – it’s like living inside a magical snow globe!

CHRISTMAS TOWN SCHEDULE
(At-a-Glance)

This year, we are excited to bring back:

  • Gazebo entertainment including choirs, bands, musicians, carolers, and more!
    • Fridays 4-8 PM
    • Saturdays and Sundays 11 AM – 7 PM
  • Arrival of Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, and friends!
    • Saturdays and Sundays at Noon at the Gazebo
  • Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus
    • Thursdays from 2-3 PM at the Gazebo then 3-4 PM in the Festhalle
    • Fridays from 2-3 PM at the Gazebo then 3-4 PM in the Festhalle
    • Saturdays and Sundays from 12-1:30 PM at the Gazebo, then 2-4 PM in the Festhalle
  • Strolling Carolers in the downtown village!
    • Mondays-Thursdays from 5-7 PM
  • Fun Activities in the Leavenworth Festhalle – Gingerbread House Exhibition, Crafts for Kids, Story Corner, Santa Costumes from Around the World, Photo Opportunities, Letters to Santa, Gift Wrapping Station, Hot Cocoa and Snacks, Official Merchandise, and more! Plus the Festhalle is a great place to warm up!
    • Sundays – Thursdays open from Noon – 4 PM
    • Fridays and Saturdays open from Noon – 6 PM
  • Contests & Promotions- Advent Calendar daily prizes! Bookmark our Christmastown page for details!

Days and Times Vary for Entertainment and Special Events, check our Christmastown page for all the details!

Please note that all events and activities end early on December 24th, Christmas Eve

If you want to see the Christmastown lights with snow and enjoy the town without the large crowds, January or February is a great time to come! The lights are on every day thru the end of February.

 

Event Series Holiday Characters Downtown!

Holiday Characters Downtown!

Front Street Park and Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Saturday and Sunday, November 30-December 22nd!

Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, and Friends arrive at noon and walk from the Festhalle to the Gazebo! Santa and Mrs. Claus pose for photos from noon to 1:20 p.m., then head back to the Festhalle, where you can get your photo with them from 2 to 4 p.m.

The holiday characters are out in the street from noon to 4 p.m.

*Schedule may change due to inclement weather*

Holiday Concert: The Sugarplums @ The Gazebo

Front Street Park Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

The Sugarplums are the winners of the Christmas Caroler Challenge, a national singing competition on The CW! 

The Sugarplums have captivated audiences nationwide with their charming choreography, engaging interaction, and harmonies so sweet they may give you a toothache!  Their performances feature all of your holiday music favorites, ranging from beloved classics like “White Christmas” as performed by The Drifters, to upbeat and lively renditions like “Jingle Bells” as performed by The Puppini Sisters and Michael Bublé.

Event Series Santa @ the Gazebo and Downtown!

Photos with Santa!

Front Street Park and Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States +1 more

Santa arrives at the Gazebo at 2 PM and will be downtown posing for photos and greeting kids and families young and old! He may even pop into a shop or two! Then he’ll be at the Festhalle 3 PM – 4 PM posing for photos on his beautiful wooden Santa bench.

  • 2 PM – 3 PM  @ the Gazebo  and downtown, 820 Front Street
  • 3 PM – 4 PM @ the Festhalle, 1001 Front Street

*Tuesday, Dec 17th is one hour earlier, 1 PM -2 PM @ Gazebo and 2 PM – 3 PM @ Festhalle

Event Series Santa @ the Gazebo and Downtown!

Photos with Santa!

Front Street Park and Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States +1 more

Santa arrives at the Gazebo at 2 PM and will be downtown posing for photos and greeting kids and families young and old! He may even pop into a shop or two! Then he’ll be at the Festhalle 3 PM – 4 PM posing for photos on his beautiful wooden Santa bench.

  • 2 PM – 3 PM  @ the Gazebo  and downtown, 820 Front Street
  • 3 PM – 4 PM @ the Festhalle, 1001 Front Street

*Tuesday, Dec 17th is one hour earlier, 1 PM -2 PM @ Gazebo and 2 PM – 3 PM @ Festhalle

Event Series Santa @ the Gazebo and Downtown!

Photos with Santa!

Front Street Park and Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States +1 more

Santa arrives at the Gazebo at 2 PM and will be downtown posing for photos and greeting kids and families young and old! He may even pop into a shop or two! Then he’ll be at the Festhalle 3 PM – 4 PM posing for photos on his beautiful wooden Santa bench.

  • 2 PM – 3 PM  @ the Gazebo  and downtown, 820 Front Street
  • 3 PM – 4 PM @ the Festhalle, 1001 Front Street

*Tuesday, Dec 17th is one hour earlier, 1 PM -2 PM @ Gazebo and 2 PM – 3 PM @ Festhalle

Event Series Santa @ the Gazebo and Downtown!

Photos with Santa!

Front Street Park and Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States +1 more

Santa arrives at the Gazebo at 2 PM and will be downtown posing for photos and greeting kids and families young and old! He may even pop into a shop or two! Then he’ll be at the Festhalle 3 PM – 4 PM posing for photos on his beautiful wooden Santa bench.

  • 2 PM – 3 PM  @ the Gazebo  and downtown, 820 Front Street
  • 3 PM – 4 PM @ the Festhalle, 1001 Front Street

*Tuesday, Dec 17th is one hour earlier, 1 PM -2 PM @ Gazebo and 2 PM – 3 PM @ Festhalle

Holiday Concert: The Jewel Tones @ The Gazebo

Front Street Park Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

THE JEWEL TONES are an all-female, Motown-inspired vocal trio who perform hits by The Supremes, The Jackson 5, Gladys Knight & The Pips, Stevie Wonder and many more. These ladies deliver sparkling personality, stellar vocals, fun choreography, and a classic 1960’s look. They are a sparkling homage to the music of Motown, the definitive era of American artistry and soul. Learn more at MotownJewelTones.com and follow them on Instagram and Facebook @MotownJewelTones.

Event Series Holiday Characters Downtown!

Holiday Characters Downtown!

Front Street Park and Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Saturday and Sunday, November 30-December 22nd!

Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, and Friends arrive at noon and walk from the Festhalle to the Gazebo! Santa and Mrs. Claus pose for photos from noon to 1:20 p.m., then head back to the Festhalle, where you can get your photo with them from 2 to 4 p.m.

The holiday characters are out in the street from noon to 4 p.m.

*Schedule may change due to inclement weather*

Manuela Horn’s Magical Christmas Spectacular

Leavenworth Festhalle 1001 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Manuela’s Magical Christmas Spectacular: A Festive Interactive Concert

Join us for an enchanting in-person event at the Leavenworth Festhalle in Leavenworth, WA, USA with Manuela Horn and her Slay Belles! Get ready for a magical Christmas experience like no other. Fun for the whole family!

  • Fun holiday songs and parodies
  • Indoor snowball fights
  • Free Crafts for Kids
  • Cocoa and Cookies available for purchase
  • Surprise guest appearances

From interactive performances to festive activities, there’s something for everyone. Witness the wonder of Manuela’s captivating show and be part of the magic. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars and get ready to make cherished memories at Manuela’s Magical Christmas Spectacular!

No charge for the 2 pm show!

 

Holiday Concert: The Jewel Tones @ The Gazebo

Front Street Park Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

THE JEWEL TONES are an all-female, Motown-inspired vocal trio who perform hits by The Supremes, The Jackson 5, Gladys Knight & The Pips, Stevie Wonder and many more. These ladies deliver sparkling personality, stellar vocals, fun choreography, and a classic 1960’s look. They are a sparkling homage to the music of Motown, the definitive era of American artistry and soul. Learn more at MotownJewelTones.com and follow them on Instagram and Facebook @MotownJewelTones.

Manuela Horn’s Magical Christmas Spectacular

Leavenworth Festhalle 1001 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Manuela’s Magical Christmas Spectacular: A Festive Interactive Concert

Join us for an enchanting in-person event at the Leavenworth Festhalle in Leavenworth, WA, USA with Manuela Horn and her Slay Belles! Get ready for a magical Christmas experience like no other.

  • Fun holiday songs and parodies
  • Indoor snowball fights
  • Free Crafts for Kids
  • Cocoa and Cookies available for purchase
  • Surprise guest appearances

From interactive performances to festive activities, there’s something for everyone. Witness the wonder of Manuela’s captivating show and be part of the magic. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars and get ready to make cherished memories at Manuela’s Magical Christmas Spectacular!

$15 General Admission, 12 and under free.

Proceeds donated to charity!

Event Series Holiday Characters Downtown!

Holiday Characters Downtown!

Front Street Park and Gazebo 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Saturday and Sunday, November 30-December 22nd!

Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, and Friends arrive at noon and walk from the Festhalle to the Gazebo! Santa and Mrs. Claus pose for photos from noon to 1:20 p.m., then head back to the Festhalle, where you can get your photo with them from 2 to 4 p.m.

The holiday characters are out in the street from noon to 4 p.m.

*Schedule may change due to inclement weather*

Manuela Horn’s Magical Christmas Spectacular

Leavenworth Festhalle 1001 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

Manuela’s Magical Christmas Spectacular: A Festive Interactive Concert

Join us for an enchanting in-person event at the Leavenworth Festhalle in Leavenworth, WA, USA with Manuela Horn and her Slay Belles! Get ready for a magical Christmas experience like no other. Fun for the whole family!

  • Fun holiday songs and parodies
  • Indoor snowball fights
  • Free Crafts for Kids
  • Cocoa and Cookies available for purchase
  • Surprise guest appearances

From interactive performances to festive activities, there’s something for everyone. Witness the wonder of Manuela’s captivating show and be part of the magic. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars and get ready to make cherished memories at Manuela’s Magical Christmas Spectacular!

No charge for the 2 pm show!

 

Event Series Village of Lights: Winter Karneval

Village of Lights: Winter Karneval

Downtown Leavenworth 820 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA, United States

The Village of Lights continues! Our famous Christmas lights are on every day from approximately 6 am – 11 pm.

Come join us this January for Leavenworth’s Winter Karneval as we honor a German tradition dating back to the thirteenth century, commonly referred to as ‘Fasching’. You can expect to see a blend of familiar activities, like ice carving and fireworks over Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, along with new entertainment that will be spread out during the rest of the month, making Leavenworth the perfect winter destination all month long.

Monthlong Schedule:
(Schedule subject to change)

January 11 and 12 (Saturday & Sunday)

Fire Dancers @ Front St Park Gazebo:
5:00 pm, 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm Saturday
4:00 pm,  5:00 pm, 6:30 pm Sunday

 

January 18 and 19  (Saturday& Sunday)

Live Ice Carving @ Front Street Park: Noon-3:00 pm both days

 

January 19 (Sunday)

Annual Fireworks Show Over Town: 6:00 pm

 

January 24 – 26 (Friday – Sunday)
Times vary per establishment
Fasching Pub Crawl- Masquerade masks available at each stop around town.
Map (coming soon) with featured drinks and bites.

 

Leavenworth.org/winterkarneval

 

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