What's happening for the last week of November 2022?

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The end of November is near! Let us wrap up the month as we welcome the yuletide season.

Fantasy Lights, November 25 to January 1

Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park is the largest holiday drive-through display in the Northwest, featuring nearly 300 elaborate displays and thousands of sparkling lights. The beautiful two-mile drive along Spanaway Lake has become a memorable tradition for the entire family.  Click this link for more details.

Tenino Holiday Market, November 25 to 27

On Thanksgiving Weekend, treat yourself to some serious artistry! Stroll through the beautiful Kodiak Room in downtown Tenino, where over 30 local artisans will be selling gifts, decor, and treats. Ideal for your home and for under your Christmas tree! Don't miss out on the one-of-a-kind market, which is only open for three days. Click this link for more details.

The Nutcracker, November 25 to 28, from 7 p.m. 

Join the return of Studio West Dance Theatre to the stage as they kick off the holiday season! Experience a whimsical journey to the Sugar Plum Kingdom, where magical dances are brought to life by professional sets, costumes, and live performers! This award-winning production will transport audiences of all ages into a winter wonderland that has become a holiday tradition.

 Click this link for more details.

Less Turkey, More Trot, November 19 to 27

Choose your distance (12 km, 24 km, 33.4 km, or all 3). Complete your chosen course between November 19 and November 27. All routes start and end from the McKenny Trailhead at Margaret McKenny Campground. No proof of run is required, however, everyone is encouraged to send in a photo of the run for a chance to win a prize! You’ll need to record your “total elapsed time” on UltraSignUp when you complete your run. Click this link for more details.

LoveOly Shop & Dine: Holiday Edition, November 25 to December 24

Back by popular demand: LoveOly Holiday Edition, Shop & Dine Promotion, November 25 - December 24! Download the passport on November 25 or get one at any participating shop or restaurant. Start shopping and dining! Every time you make a $10 or more purchase, you'll receive a sticker on your passport. Get five stickers and turn in your passport for a branded LoveOly gift. This season, gifts will include LoveOly socks, candles, and many other choices! Click this link for more details.

“FRIDAYS at the FIRST” Free Concerts, November 25 

Join the First Christian Church in celebrating the yuletide season! On November 25, catch BEVY for a night of bossa, swing, Afro-Cuban jazz, blues, originals and more! Click this link for more details.

InGenius! Season of Artful Giving, November 26

To celebrate this holiday season, InGenius! Local Artisan Gallery & Boutique will offer many chances for you to meet the InGenius! artists and artisans who are helping bring art alive in the heart of Yelm and Thurston County. Click this link for more details.

Lincoln Winter Market, November 26

This market was founded in 2010 by Make Olympia and has since evolved into a school-sponsored community event run by the Options Community Council, our school's governing body. It is always held on the Saturday following Thanksgiving and is held at Lincoln in the gym, cafeteria, and play shed. Vendor fees benefit Lincoln's educational programs. Click this link for more details.

LoveOly WinterFest: Downtown for the Holidays, November 27, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Olympia Downtown Alliance is powering a street festival downtown this holiday season. LoveOly WinterFest is set for the Sunday after Thanksgiving, November 27, from noon to 6 pm. Join them in Downtown Olympia at 5th and Washington* for holiday cheer! Enjoy live music from local high schools and the Olympia Symphony! Activities for kids and families! A "tree" lighting and other fun, family-friendly fun, all free, thanks to our generous sponsors.

 Click this link for more details.

Olympia Weavers Guild Show and Sale, December 2 to 3, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Olympia Weavers Guild Annual Show & Sale for 2022 is back, bigger and better than ever. There will be lots of beautiful, one-of-a-kind handmade items for sale. Enjoy hands-on spinning and weaving demonstrations. Enter to win the Raffle and door prizes! Everyone is welcome and parking is free and checkout will be faster than in the past!  Click this link for more details.

A Very Faerie Yuletide Festival, December 2, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Love Local Events LLC produces this event in partnership with A Wicked Yule Events. Meet Krampus on Saturday! Whimsical Creatures and Queen Titania's Royal Faerie Court will be celebrating A Very Faerie Yuletide Festival on December 2-4 at the Thurston County Fairgrounds in Lacey, WA! Bring your Fae and Yule attire and join them for this one-of-a-kind event that will have two wonderful halls of artisans, activities, and entertainment! Click this link for more details.

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