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Events listed on Explore Edmonds occur within the city limits of Edmonds and are recognized as destination-worthy experiences.
Festive Drink Bingo
Get festive at participating restaurants, cafes and lounges during the 6th annual “Festive Drink Bingo” this holiday season in Downtown Edmonds!
Christmas Ship™ Festival
At 5pm, watch from the Fishing Pier as the festive flotilla of illuminated boats cruises into Edmonds, bringing holiday magic to the waterfront.
Holiday on the Docks
Visit boats decked out in holiday decorations and twinkling lights, on display in the Port of Edmonds Marina for all to enjoy nightly, December 6th - January 3rd.
Cascade Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's Fifth
For its first concert of 2026, Cascade Symphony performs Beethoven’s iconic Fifth Symphony along with music by Richard Wagner, Leos Janacek and Edouard Lalo.
Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band
The Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band (JKIBB) is an ensemble of Native and Indigenous jazz musicians from across Indian Country.
Kidstock! 2026
Your favorite FREE, full-day arts celebration for kids and families returns to the heart of Edmonds onJanuary 17!
A Creative Retirement Institute Special Event: Rick Steves’ On the Hippie Trail
The Creative Retirement Institute’s Dorothy Jennings Speaker Series welcomes Rick Steves to share his 1978 coming-of-age trip from Turkey to Nepal as told in his New York Times best-selling book.
Pink Martini
A globe-trotting soundtrack for the soul, packed with dazzling musicianship, glamorous theatrics, and pure musical joy.
We Speak - Youth Poetry Slam Competition
Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA) invites poets of all ages from across the Puget Sound region to step forward and share their voices! WE SPEAK, our annual celebration of spoken word poetry and storytelling, returns in 2026 and we’re looking for powerful, imaginative performers to light up the ECA stage.
Snow White
Based on a fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm, the ballet of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs takes the vibrant style of a Disney animated movie and sets it to the musical motifs of Polish composer Bogdan Pavlovsky.
Snow White
Based on a fairy tale by The Brothers Grimm, the ballet of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs takes the vibrant style of a Disney animated movie and sets it to the musical motifs of Polish composer Bogdan Pavlovsky.
The Snow Queen
The Snow Queen is based on the world-famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This fascinating romantic story set to the music of Edvard Grieg, Jules Massenet, Mozart, and Vivaldi will provide unforgettable, bright emotions of happiness for adults and children.
Olympic Ballet "The Nutcracker"
Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker is widely anticipated each year, and we are thrilled to be back!
Edmonds Downtown Caroling
We will be meeting at Musicology Co at 6pm on Monday December 22nd and making a few stops around downtown Edmonds to sing some holiday songs.
Olympic Ballet "The Nutcracker"
Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker is widely anticipated each year, and we are thrilled to be back!
Olympic Ballet "The Nutcracker"
Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker is widely anticipated each year, and we are thrilled to be back!
Olympic Ballet "The Nutcracker"
Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker is widely anticipated each year, and we are thrilled to be back!
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol flips Dickens' classic on its head by centering not on Scrooge, but on his housekeeper—yes, the woman who strips the bedclothes from his still-cooling corpse in the original story.
Artisan Alley PNW Handmade Holiday Market
Handpainted Artwork, Fresh Baked Goods, Freehand Wood Burning, Handmade Soap, Handknit Goodies, Handmade Jewelry, Handcrafted Home Decor, Handmade Pottery, Hand Poured Candles & More!
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol flips Dickens' classic on its head by centering not on Scrooge, but on his housekeeper—yes, the woman who strips the bedclothes from his still-cooling corpse in the original story.
Olympic Ballet "The Nutcracker"
Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker is widely anticipated each year, and we are thrilled to be back!
Olympic Ballet "The Nutcracker"
Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker is widely anticipated each year, and we are thrilled to be back!
Holiday Trolley
Hop on the free Holiday Trolley for a magical way to tour Downtown Edmonds, with Emily the Elf spreading cheer and fun tidbits about our historic seaside town along the way.
Artisan Alley PNW Handmade Holiday Market
Handpainted Artwork, Fresh Baked Goods, Freehand Wood Burning, Handmade Soap, Handknit Goodies, Handmade Jewelry, Handcrafted Home Decor, Handmade Pottery, Hand Poured Candles & More!
Holiday Market
Edmonds Holiday Market features produce, preserves, edibles, baked goods and sweets, specialty gift items, holiday greenery and more!
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol flips Dickens' classic on its head by centering not on Scrooge, but on his housekeeper—yes, the woman who strips the bedclothes from his still-cooling corpse in the original story.
Olympic Ballet "The Nutcracker"
Olympic Ballet Theatre’s production of The Nutcracker is widely anticipated each year, and we are thrilled to be back!
Free Holiday Movie
Join in this fun Edmonds tradition! Cline Jewelers is sponsoring free movie nights at the Edmonds Movie Theatre.
December Art Walk Edmonds
The Edmonds Art Walk is a FREE community event held monthly throughout the year, rain or shine.
Holiday Pops
A delightful collection of your favorite Christmas carols and light classics, including music by Johann Strauss, Bizet, Puccini, Mancini, Sousa and others.
Cascade Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops
A delightful collection of your favorite Christmas carols and light classics, including music by Johann Strauss, Bizet, Puccini, Mancini, Sousa and others.
Holiday Pops
A delightful collection of your favorite Christmas carols and light classics, including music by Johann Strauss, Bizet, Puccini, Mancini, Sousa and others.
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol flips Dickens' classic on its head by centering not on Scrooge, but on his housekeeper—yes, the woman who strips the bedclothes from his still-cooling corpse in the original story.
Edmonds Driftwood Players presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the classic tale features Rodgers + Hammerstein’s most beloved songs alongside an up-to-date, hilarious and romantic libretto.
Edmonds Driftwood Players presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the classic tale features Rodgers + Hammerstein’s most beloved songs alongside an up-to-date, hilarious and romantic libretto.
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol
Mrs. Dilber's Christmas Carol flips Dickens' classic on its head by centering not on Scrooge, but on his housekeeper—yes, the woman who strips the bedclothes from his still-cooling corpse in the original story.
Holiday Trolley
Hop on the free Holiday Trolley for a magical way to tour Downtown Edmonds, with Emily the Elf spreading cheer and fun tidbits about our historic seaside town along the way.
Holiday Market
Edmonds Holiday Market features produce, preserves, edibles, baked goods and sweets, specialty gift items, holiday greenery and more!