Head to Seattle Center and check out Winterfest! A couple of our favorites to see are the Winter Train and Village and the ice sculpting!
ONGOING WINTERFEST EVENTS:
Winter Train & Village
Nov. 28 – Dec. 31
10am – 6pm daily
Special Hours: closed at 4pm, Dec. 24, closed, Dec. 25
Seattle Center Armory, FREE
A Winterfest crowd favorite, an exhibit exploring an enchanting turn-of-the-century village and train. Take a turn “conducting” the model train between 10:30am – 12 noon, 1pm – 2:30pm, and 3:30pm – 5:30pm daily. $2 suggested donation.
Winterfest Art Installations
Nov. 28 – Jan. 4, 2015
The artworks will draw the attention of Seattle Center visitors through moments of surprise, contemplation, beauty and humor, and enliven the visitor experience by introducing an element of the unexpected into everyday environments throughout the Seattle Center campus during Winterfest. Selected artists will design and develop a series of small-scale temporary artworks dealing with illumination and light, and complimenting the activities of Winterfest.
Seattle Center Grounds, FREE
Winterfest Ice Rink
Nov. 28 – Jan. 4, 2015
Sunday – Thursday 11am – 8pm
Friday – Saturday 11am – 10pm
Special Hours: closed at 4pm, Dec. 24; closed, Dec. 25; open until 11:30pm, Dec. 31
Fisher Pavilion
Glide into the season with the greatest of ease. For novice or Olympiad, the Winterfest Ice Rink offers fun for all. Dec. 24 closes 4pm, Dec. 25 closed, Dec. 31 closes 11:30pm. $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 6 – 12, $2 children ages 5 and under, includes skate rental. Cash only.
Winterfest Ice Sculpting
Saturdays: Nov. 29; Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27
12 noon – 2pm
Outside Fisher Pavilion, FREE
Artistry and ice unite in a glorious and temporal expression of the season. Watch internationally acclaimed, award-winning artists at work as they create seasonal sculptures -- or stop by later to see the glistening result. Each Saturday an ice master will carve a different design.
Nov. 29 – Dec. 30, various times
Armory, FREE
Seattle Center Student Showcases fill the Armory Atrium with the sounds and sights of the season as they offer public and private schools and youth groups the opportunity to share their artistic accomplishments with family, friends, and the public.
DECEMBER WINTERFEST EVENTS, PERFORMANCES AND ACTIVITIES:
Saturday, Dec. 6
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Armory, FREE
These young apprentice singers, ages 7 – 11, are actively preparing for advancement into the highly acclaimed Northwest Boychoir. They maintain a busy performance schedule, regularly singing for the Northwest Film Forum’s Holiday High Notes, the Christmas Ships, and numerous other events. They’ve performed in holiday concerts and benefits for Seattle Symphony, Seattle Children’s Hospital, and the Snowman Foundation at Benaroya Hall.
Sunday, Dec. 7
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Armory, FREE
Introducing the most positive aspects of the Mexican culture to the broader community, the Bailadores break down cultural barriers and build bridges as they teach and perform Mexican folkloric dances throughout the Pacific Northwest. The high energy and enthusiasm of the dancers transcends the stage, while their beautiful costumes convey the richness of their culture.
Saturday, Dec. 13
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Armory, FREE
SANCA's Cirrus Circus Company creates and performs original acts in aerial arts, juggling, tightwire, clowning, unicycle and acrobatics. Come see these talented kids as they delight their audience on the Seattle Center Armory stage.
Sunday, Dec. 14
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Armory, FREE
Garfield High School’s jazz culture supports multiple levels of jazz bands and over 75 student artists. Under the brilliant leadership of Clarence Acox, Garfield brings to young people the jazz traditions of nation’s great big bands. A frequent participant in highly competitive Essentially Ellington National Jazz Band Competition and Festival at Lincoln Center in New York City, the Garfield Jazz program has nurtured instrumentalists who have gone on to study at leading music schools throughout the country.
Thursday, Dec. 18
5pm – 8pm
Armory, FREE entry
Seattle’s Best (and largest) Damn Happy Hour offers outstanding food and drink at highly desirable prices, supplemented by special lighting, décor and seating, and our highly engaging Happy Hour host, who facilitates the fun with music, games, and prizes. The spacious Armory Atrium allows for playful activities such as giant Jenga, board games, giant Scrabble, darts and more! 21+.
Saturday, Dec. 20
11am – 10pm
Fisher Pavilion
FREE for cardholders +2 guests. Must show card upon entry.
Saturday, Dec. 20
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Armory, FREE
The Mood Swings jazz band aims to inspire a love of jazz in the community and a culture of camaraderie and empowerment among its female musicians of all ages. Founded in 2005 by six female musicians who found each other through their love of jazz, the group has grown into a true big band, with hundreds of tunes to their repertoire. Under the musical direction of Marissa Tanimura, the Mood Swings regularly present high-energy, fun-filled performances throughout the Northwest.
Sunday, Dec. 21
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Armory, FREE
Captain Smartypants tours the Pacific Northwest as the ambassadors of Seattle Men's Chorus. Gaiety abounds as this homosexual vocal comedy group thrills, delights and, at times, alarms audiences from Washington D.C. to San Francisco. Sensible Shoes, a pop and vocal jazz group and outreach ensemble of Seattle Women's Chorus, balances great vocal delivery with fun, innovative staging.
Sunday, Dec. 21
6pm – 7pm
Armory, FREE
Chabad of Seattle celebrates Chanukah with a Menorah Lighting ceremony, music, and service.
Saturday, Dec. 27
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Armory, FREE
With songs of harvest, elegant courtship dances, and lively wedding celebrations, Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble carries on an ancient Slavic tradition with joyous melodies of celebration. Experience the delight and exhilaration of a live performance of Vela Luka and Ruže Dalmatinke, adorned in vibrant costumes, as they share holiday traditions through exuberant dance and song.
Sunday, Dec. 28
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Armory, FREE
KlezKidz brings to life a multiplicity of Jewish music and mirth from around the world. Listen and you’ll hear the wail of the clarinet in rousing song, see bottles being balanced on the heads of dancers, and maybe even learn some new dance steps yourself! What started out in 1995 with only a few kids and their musical parents has grown into a 40-piece ensemble, with instrumentalists from 8-years-old to 80.
Wednesday, Dec. 31
8pm – 11:45pm
Armory, FREE
This super fun, five-piece band takes you through the sounds of the 1970‘s to today’s greatest hits including Studio 54 funk, synth pop, and party rock. With WORLD CLASS male and female lead vocals, THE NINES are able to recreate all the hits you love, filled with their trademark high energy and pure professionalism. Not many bands can go from LMFAO, Black Eyed Peas, Lady Gaga to Earth Wind and Fire and Aretha Franklin. THE NINES will have you dancing the night away!
Seattle Center Winterfest events/dates/times subject to change.
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