Top Holiday Events on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula
Holiday Things to Do in Port Angeles, Washington – A Boldly Festive Holiday Event Extravaganza
A Roundup of the Most Festive, and Merry Holiday Happenings in Port Angeles
The holiday season on the Olympic Peninsula is a magical time of year to visit. Choose from a crowd-less beach hike, a seaside bike ride along the Olympic Discovery Trail, or a wintry escape up 5,000-feet to Olympic National Park’s Hurricane Ridge for a day of snow play like skiing, sledding, snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Tip: Take the Hurricane Ridge Winter Shuttle from the Port Angeles Wharf in downtown on weekends starting December 20, 2025 through March 29, 2026 to avoid winter driving conditions and lines to get into the park.
In between outdoor adventures, discover some of the most festive and merry holiday events happening in and around Port Angeles, Washington.
Ice Skate at the Winter Ice Village in Downtown Port Angeles
Strap on a pair of ice skates and pirouette your way across the Olympic Peninsula’s only outdoor covered ice skating rink this holiday season. The Winter Ice Village — located in downtown Port Angeles across from Odyssey Bookshop — is open for festive ice skating fun seven days a week. Follow along on Facebook for the up-to-the-minute details and visit www.WinterIceVillage.com for skate rental rates, hours and more information.
Where: Across from Odyssey Bookshop, 114 W Front St, Port Angeles
When: The seasonal ice rink is open from November 21 - January 6, 2026
Downtown Shopping Events
Santa Saturdays
Support local retail shops, restaurants and businesses by strolling through downtown Port Angeles Waterfront District, enjoying all the holiday lights and splendor, and finding the perfect gifts for all your holiday gift-giving. Meet up with Santa on Santa Saturdays at the downtown fountain from 12-3pm on Saturdays (Dec 6, 13 and 20) and listen to Christmas carolers
Port Angeles Tree Lighting
Come to downtown Port Angeles for a festive atmosphere filled with holiday joy and fun on Saturday November 29, 2025. The holiday street party starts at noon and Santa arrives at 4:45 p.m. and he'll stick around for photos until 7 p.m. The annual Port Angeles Tree Lighting is at 4:45pm at the downtown fountain. Shop, eat and revel in the holiday cheer with live music This year's event will include a wide range of local musicians and performers who will be performing on the community stage from 12-5 pm on Laurel Street between First and Front Streets.
Where: The downtown fountain in the Port Angeles Waterfront District
Port Angeles Farmers Market Holiday Festival
Shop for handmade and locally crafted goods, including farm-fresh food, handcrafted gifts and provisions for making delicious holiday meals. Shop every Saturday from 10 AM – 2 PM. Follow them on Facebook for special events at the Port Angeles farmers market.
Where: Port Angeles Farmers Market 125 E Front St. Port Angeles (open year-round)
Holiday Market & Photos with Santa for Pets and Kids at the Vern Burton Community Center
Shop more small businesses and makers at the Holiday Market on December 13, 2025. Santa will visit for photos - bring your pets and kids to meet Santa! You might see the Grinch, too! Tons of holiday shopping, supporting local families. Peninsula Friends of Animals (PFOA) will have a donation box for pet food and toys. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase with all proceeds supporting PFOA. Get more information here.
The Wintertide Festival is Filled with a Variety of Events & Workshops to Light Up Your Holidays: Wintertide Festival of Lights, Light Art Experience & Shop the Makers Market
Buy tickets for the Port Angeles Wintertide Festival beaming with holiday workshops, a lantern walk, light and fire performances, live music, food and drink, and glow-in-the-dark art stations. The Wintertide Festival happens on December 13, 2025 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The community lantern walk kicks off the Wintertide Festival.
Webster’s Woods outdoor sculpture park in Port Angeles is lit up for the holidays every day from 4-8 PM. Multiple light-based outdoor sculptures and installations will transform the Webster’s Woods art park, lighting up the shortest nights of the year and creating a magical nighttime experience for visitors of all ages. In addition to taking in the artwork, visitors can shop for handmade local gifts at the Holiday Makers Market.
When: Wintertide Festival 4:00-8 PM / Wintertide Light Art Experience at Webster’s Woods from 4 PM – 8 PM / Makers Market November 28 - December 14, 2025 Thursday – Sunday 11 AM – 5 PM
Where: Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, 1203 E. Lauridsen Blvd. Port Angeles, WA 98362 (located in the Uptown Arts District)
Theater, Live Concerts & More at the Field Arts & Events Hall in Downtown Port Angeles
From The Nutcracker ballet, live concerts, to free jazz concerts, and everything in between, Field Arts & Events Hall always has tons of events lined up for the Holiday season - guaranteed to bring more cheer to your visit in Port Angeles, Washington! Check out their upcoming events here.
Kindred Holiday Market at the Clallam County Fairgrounds
Shopping from 30+ local makers (including vintage finds!), photos with Santa and workshops are all at the Kindred Holiday Market.
When: December 12-13, 2025 : $5 entry or bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Port Angeles Food Bank for $2 off
Where: Clallam County Fairgrounds (at Lincoln Park) 1608 W 16th St, Port Angeles, WA 98363
Lighting at the Lake Crescent Lodge
The Lake Crescent Lodge gets lit up for the holidays in Port Angeles, Washington. Spend a day strolling around one of the most beautiful lakes in the PNW then stay for the festive lighting of the Lake Crescent Lodge, a historic lodge nestled in the Olympic National Park. The holiday events include visits with Santa, Christmas carolers and more. Make reservation for dinner on the lake.
When: December 7, 2025 4:30pm - 8:00pm
For more holiday events, follow Visit Port Angeles’ Facebook page
See One of the Best Holiday Light Displays West of Seattle, Washington
As you drive Highway 101 into Port Angeles from the east, you’ll see an amazing holiday light display in the town of Blyn. The Jamstown S’Klallam tribe goes all out for the holidays by wrapping everything in lights — it’s a truly spectacular sight to get you into the holiday spirit. While there, stop into the 7 Cedars Casino to test your luck or feast on prime rib or a gooey rack of ribs with a craft cocktail.
