Experience the magic of a real-life snow globe at the Leavenworth Village of Lights: Christmastown, where the Bavarian-themed village shines with over half a million twinkling lights every day. This annual festival transforms Leavenworth into a spectacular holiday destination, offering free entertainment and festive activities for the entire family.
Event Details
Detail Information
Festival Dates November 28 – December 24, 2025 (Friday after Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve)
Illumination Period The half-million lights are illuminated daily from 6:00 AM until 11:00 PM from Thanksgiving through the last day of February 2026.
Location Downtown Leavenworth, WA
Cost No charge to visit the village and see the lights.
Insider Tip For a quieter experience with snow-dusted views, the lights are still on every day in January and February, making it a great time to visit without the large crowds.
Major Attractions and Activities
1. The Village of Lights
- Half a Million Lights: The entire Bavarian village is draped in a spectacular display of holiday lights, creating a truly magical atmosphere.
- Lights are Always On: The lights are illuminated daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Thanksgiving through February.
2. Holiday Entertainment (Weekends & Weekdays)
- Gazebo Entertainment: Enjoy live choirs, bands, musicians, and carolers at the Gazebo in Front Street Park.
- Fridays: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Saturdays & Sundays: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Strolling Carolers: Professional carolers stroll through the downtown village:
- Mondays – Thursdays: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (No carolers on Christmas Eve).
- Festhalle Concert Series (Ticketed): The Festhalle hosts special ticketed holiday shows, including:
- The Sugarplums' Candy Cane Christmas with Live Band (Winners of The CW’s Christmas Caroler Challenge)
- THE JEWEL TONES Motown Christmas Show
- Manuela Horn and Her Slay Belles
3. Visits with Santa & Friends
- Grand Arrival: Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, Frosty, and friends arrive at the Gazebo downtown every Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 PM (noon), Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve.
- Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus (Daily):
- Weekends (Sat/Sun): 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM at the Gazebo, and 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM in the Festhalle.
- Weekdays (Mon-Fri): 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM along Front Street and at the Gazebo, and 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM in the Festhalle.
- Note: Santa will be at Christmastown through December 23rd, and all activities end early (by 3:00 PM) on Christmas Eve.
4. Christmastown at the Festhalle
The Leavenworth Festhalle is your central hub for holiday cheer and a great place to warm up, featuring:
- Gingerbread House Exhibition (Starting December 4th)
- Kids' Crafts and a Story Corner (Christmas Story Time at 1:00 PM on Mon-Sun)
- Letters to Santa and dedicated Selfie Stations/Photo Opportunities
- Santa Costumes from Around the World display
- Free Gift Wrapping service
- Hot Cocoa, snacks, and official Christmastown merchandise for sale.
5. Daily & Holiday Features
- Food Vendors are available in Front Street Park daily from 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
- Advent Calendar daily prizes (check the Christmastown page for details).
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