The Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority has some festive seasonal events and happenings coming up south of the city!
Santa at Westfield Southcenter: month of December
Come and visit Santa Claus at Westfield Southcenter mall! Make the season bright with photos with Santa, including customizable photo packages and more. Santa will be located on the first level in Macy’s Court, near the Disney Store.Holiday hours vary. www.westfield.com/southcenter
Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship™ Festival: Thursday, December 13, Departing from Des Moines
The Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship Festival is a beloved holiday celebration that has been a Pacific Northwest tradition since 1949. Every year, the Argosy Christmas Ship sails to different Puget Sound waterfront communities, over 45 in total. Bundle up and watch the Christmas Ships sail past Des Moines. Shore event with bonfire at Redondo Beach at 8:10 p.m. www.argosycruises.com
Santa’s Landing Party at the Museum of Flight: December 15
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the museum via airplane at 9:45 a.m. and greet well-wishers before heading inside to hear children’s holiday wishes. This festive event includes family workshops and holiday music by the Boeing Concert Orchestra and Boeing Band. The outdoor event is free; the indoor events are free with museum admission. www.museumofflight.org
Christmas Day at Cedarbrook Lodge: December 25
A three-course tasting menu with entrée and dessert choices is available for a special Christmas Day lunch or dinner. Copperleaf Restaurant features farm-to-table regional cuisine with a comfortable ambiance and picturesque windows framing spectacular views of Cedarbrook’s meticulously landscaped backyard. Reservations are required. www.cedarbrooklodge.com
