Discover the magic of Edmonds this holiday season! With twinkling lights, festive decorations, and oodles of local shops and restaurants, our favorite seaside city is the perfect place to celebrate the season. From the perfect seasonal candle to offer a holiday host to your bestie’s new favorite oversized sweater, you'll find everything you need to make the holidays special in Edmonds.
Nom on delicious holiday treats, sip on celebratory cocktails, shop for unique gifts, and plan to immerse yourself in a city that literally sparkles during the holidays! Let’s shop and dine through Edmonds this holiday!
(Pssst, cross reference your shopping list against our events calendar to plan your time in Edmonds. There is a ton going on this season you won’t want to miss.)
Edmonds Antique Pavilion
Where To Shop
You may have seen our overview of holiday markets. Supporting local small businesses as they pop up in pretty rows the first three Saturdays in December fills our hearts with joy (and ease). Plus, free holiday trolley rides and waves from Emily The Elf don’t hurt either.
Antsy kiddos pulling on your sleeve? If they want a chance to share their wish list with the big guy, check out our list of where to visit Santa all season long.
After you’ve completed your market rounds, take your shopping to the downtown blocks with our Downtown Edmonds 2024 Holiday Gift Guide acting as your compass. And, if you’re looking for something unique or away from any crowds, check out these gems:
Antique Pavillion for one-of-a-kind finds
Cascadia Art Museum Store for creative, art-inspired treasures
Ranch 99 for Asian eats, treats, homewares, and gifts
The Smith Henry for mid-century modern picks
Stranded by The Sea for yarn and other creative hobbies
Caravan Kebab in Edmonds
Where To Dine
Now that you’ve worked your way all around town, you may need to put your bags down to re-up your blood sugar. You’ve done amazing work! Let us cover your food and drink recommendations.
Whether you’re in the mood for soups, dumplings, cheesy slices of ‘za, or tacos, we have articles devoted to just about every food category in Edmonds, and we’re constantly adding to our library. Find them all here, and plan around your taste buds’ urges.
A few more ideas off the beaten path:
5 Corners Teriyaki for excellent and very Seattle takeout (did you know teriyaki started in Seattle?)
Bucatini for pasta and grinders
Caravan Kebab for Mediterranean, Indian, and European-inspired dishes
FIVE for flatbreads
Herfy’s for burgers and shakes
Ono Poke for fresh seafood bowls
Don’t Forget Dessert
Craving something sweet? ‘Tis the season, indeed! We thought you might want to indulge, so we compiled a list of seasonal specials here.
Shop And Dine Your Heart Out
While the holiday season is often geared toward gifts for others, there is plenty of room for you in the festivities, too. Treat yourself to a little something extra at one of the shops (or spas—we have lots of spas) and a meal you might not usually order. With so many options in Edmonds, it’s a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure of shopping and eating your way through the city, and you really can’t go wrong with any direction you go.
Show us where your shopping and dining adventures take you. Add #edmondsholidays to your posts and we’ll virtually clink our glasses to yours!
Photos by Matt Hulbert; main image of Stranded by the Sea
