 Argosy Christmas Ship Festival
Various Dates and Times (beginning November 23) | Depart/Return Kirkland City Dock |
206.622.8687 | www.argosycruises.com
It’s beautiful, it’s festive, and a Northwest tradition. Each December, the Argosy Christmas Ship™ and a Parade Boat set sail on Lake Washington, entertaining hundreds along the shoreline with onboard choirs, sparkling lights and a liberal dose of holiday cheer.
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Google Lights
December 7 | 5 to 6:30 p.m. | Google Campus at the CKC
Come enjoy a giant tree and a light show synchronized to music—the show is on display all Holiday season in the evenings. Bring new, unwrapped toys, non-perishable foods, and a few dollars in your pocket to support local non-profits. Free cookies and cocoa, and photo booths too!
12K’s of Christmas Holiday Run and 5 K
December 16 | Marina Park
An annual Kirkland tradition! Dress in your holiday flair and come out to Kirkland to run in this beloved longer distance holiday run!
Second Saturday Contra Dance
December 8 | Juanita Community Center
A community dance held every second Saturday at the Juanita Community Club, 13027 100th Ave, Kirkland. Fun evening of contra dances (social dance originally from New England) including a few circle and square dances. Live traditional folk music and dance caller. Walk-through provided for every dance. Attending with a partner is not necessary. Beginner instruction at 7:30 p.m.; dance at 8 p.m. Free ice cream provided during the break!
 Studio East Mainstage Productions: 'Twas the Night
December 1–December 23 | Studio East | http://studio-east.org/twas-the-night/
Now in its 18th season, Studio East presents the delightfully entertaining family musical, ‘Twas the Night… Join us for this hilarious spin on the familiar holiday poem—a live musical guaranteed to have the whole family laughing!
World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater
December 9 | 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | www.kpcenter.org
International circus legend award winner Gregory Popovich brings his European-style physical comedy, acrobats, jugglers but most important his furry cast of animals, the real stars of the show! All animals have been rescued from shelters all over the country and they have been transformed into Las Vegas stars. The show features an amazing cast of house-cats, dogs, parrots, geese, mice, even a miniature horse named Diamond!
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A Celtic Christmas with Geoffrey Castle
December 13 & 14 | 7 p.m. & 8 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | www.kpcenter.org
Castle’s Celtic Christmas Celebration is a Northwest Holiday Tradition. Now in its 11th year of sold out shows, legendary electric violinist Geoffrey Castle brings the Christmas magic with a dazzling concert, featuring the Seattle Irish Dance Company, the All-Star Celtic Night Band, special guests from the Seattle Opera, and known Irish troublemaker Dan Connolly. With music drawn from his two critically acclaimed holiday releases, and a “jaw dropping” live show.
The Journey’s Annual Christmas Concert
December 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Kirkland Performance Center | www.kpcenter.org
Come celebrate a traditional Christmas and the sounds of the season with music featuring Bronn Journey and his harp. Bronn brings a folksy style with spontaneity to an instrument commonly thought of as classical which will leave you satisfied with an evening well spent.
Twisted Flicks: Santa Claus VS the Devil
December 22 | 8 p.m. |Kirkland Performance Center | www.kpcenter.org
Get ready for a Twisted Flicks take on Santa Claus vs. the Devil! Jet City Improv’s Twisted Flicks is Seattle’s only live movie re-dubbing show that merges improv comedy with classic B movies for a hilarious cinematic experience like none other.What is Twisted Flicks? As the film plays, the improvisers create all new dialog for the characters, sound effects, and live music – completely improvised using the suggestions provided by the audience!Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Storybook Theatre: Syd the Solstice Kid
December 15, 16, 22 | Times Vary | Kirkland Performance Center | www.kpcenter.org
Travel around the world and connect cultures with the ever-curious, Syd the Solstice Kid. Syd wants answers! Why are the days so short in December? Where does the sun go? Join Syd and explore a collection of solstice legends and celebrations from around the world!
Parklane Gallery Members Show
December 4-January 6 | Park Lane Gallery | www.parklanegallery.org
Parklane Gallery Members Show. Artists' Reception and Kirkland Art Walk on Friday, December 7, from 5 to 8 p.m.
 Woodmark Hotel Beach Café Santa Brunch & Cookie Decorating
December 9 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa | 1200 Carillon Point | https://www.destinationhotels.com
This year we will be combing our Santa Brunch and Cookie Decorating! Come celebrate the season starting in Beach Café on Sunday December 9th where families will enjoy a special Holiday Santa Brunch Menu, take pictures with Santa in our Library and then head over to our Ballroom where Pastry Chef, Nichole Fleetwood, will be hosting cookie decorating! At least one adult must be present with each child throughout all festivities. All of this will be available by making a reservation at Beach Café through Open Table.
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 Juanita Bay Park Interpretive Tours
1st Sunday and 3rd Tuesday | Times Vary | Juanita Bay Park | www.eastsideaudubon.org
The Eastside Park Rangers in affiliation with the Eastside Audubon Society offer interpretive tours at Juanita Bay Park. Every season gives nature lovers a chance to spot something new and wonderful.
Second Friday Downtown Art Walk
December 14 | Downtown Kirkland | 5 to 8 p.m. | www.kirklandartwalk.com
Join Kirkland's vibrant art experience with an evening of art, music, wine and coffee in downtown Kirkland. Visit more than 20 locations that showcase the creative talents of local artists.
Holiday Lettering Class
December 9 | Heathman Hotel
Learn about the art of calligraphy while making unique and festive crafts with Robinson Paperie. Elevate your seasonal gift wrapping with your own hand-lettered holiday cards and gift tags, all while sipping hot cider and savoring seasonal bites. Each ticket includes bites and drinks from Trellis Restaurant, paper materials, pens, ink, and a Brush Lettering 101 booklet. You can take all supplies home with you, along with your holiday handcrafted gifts!
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