This is Wayfair’s biggest (and best) Black Friday sale to date. | Photos provided by Wayfair
We asked, and you answered: The key to impressing guests is “setting the perfect vibe.” Before welcoming family and friends into your home this holiday season, consider these five tips to enhance the vibe in your spaces — at up to 80% off.
Now until Sunday, Dec. 1, you can snag the lowest prices of the year during Wayfair’s extended Black Friday sale. Psst... Check back on Dec. 2 for Cyber Monday deals, too.
Pro tip: Warm lighting makes for an extra-cozy atmosphere. These dimmable Edison light bulbs will do the trick.
3. Minimize clutter
Storage doesn’t have to be an eyesore. You can tuck away miscellaneous items (think: books and games) in this extendable coffee table and store shoes in this natural rattan shoe storage cabinet that always seems to be trending online.
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” | Saturday, Nov. 30-Thursday, Dec. 26 | Times vary | Fifth Avenue Theater | $40+ | Take the kids to watch the classic chimney-sweeping children’s movie live.
“George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker” | Saturday, Nov. 30-Saturday, Dec. 28 | Times vary | McCaw Hall | $60+ | Winter magic comes alive as the Pacific Northwest Ballet’s sugar plums, candy canes, and flowers dance across the stage.
Paint with Bob Ross | 6-8 p.m. | Seattle Cider Taproom | $15 | Grab a tasty drink and get ready to paint some happy little clouds as you follow along with one of Bob’s guided paintings.
Holiday Garland Making | 4-6 p.m. | 21 Acres Center, Woodinville | $35 | Learn some new embroidery stitches before taking home a brand new beautiful felt garland to hang in your home.
Thursday, Dec. 5
Holiday in the Park | 5-8 p.m. | Volunteer Park Conservatory | Free | It’s the holiday season, the holiday season — grab a cup of hot cocoa + a cookie and admire the park’s festive lights with your neighbors.
Get ready for the merriest and brightest time of year in the Emerald City. | Photos courtesy of Seattle Center + Space Needle
‘Tis the season for brilliance. For wonder. For magic.
Make your holiday plans even more merry with the Seattle Center 3-Pack. Hint: It’s the easiest way to celebrate the season and ignite your imagination — all in one place.
Save 25%† on a full day of festive fun that includes entrance to:
Have you been eyeing our guide to 40+ volunteer opportunities in Seattle? You’re not alone. According to a new study by AmeriCorps, formal volunteering and informal helping (think: helping your neighbor rake the leaves) are on the rise again after dipping in 2021 due to COVID-19.
Number
$2,264. Per WalletHub, that’s the average 2024 holiday budget of a Seattleite. The research calculated the max holiday budget for 550+ US cities using metrics like population, income, age, and ratio of savings to monthly expenses. Pro tip: Start with our gift guide.
Drink
$11.21. According to an airport beer price study, that’s the average cost of a domestic beer at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport — the No. 5 most expensive beer across the 50 busiest US airports. Check out our airport guide before you board.
Ranked
Retirees welcome. Seattle is the No. 22 top place to retire, at least according to a study by US News & World Report. Check out some of our favorite activities for retired locals.
Plan Ahead
Sunday, Dec. 1 is Secondhand Sunday. Created by secondhand marketplace Poshmark, the day encourages shoppers to purchase pre-owned items for gifting like records, clothing, jewelry, and home decor. In case you need vintage store inspo, we have the perfect guide for you.
Try This
Ready, set, glow. Experience holiday magic IRL with the Seattle Center 3-Pack. Each ticket includes entrance to the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass, and the Seattle Christmas Market. Festive fun starts here.*
Seasonal
Head to Ballard’s bustling brewery district this afternoon to support local businesses during Small Business Saturday. Bonus: Find local sustainably-produced gifts from 18 makers, a crafting station, and more at Shop & Sip, hosted by Seattle Made x Rooted Northwest. Happy holiday shopping.*
Try This
After four holiday seasons away, Enchant Christmas is back at T-Mobile Park, featuring an all-new world’s largest Christmas light maze experience. The Pacific Northwest can once again immerse themselves in a ballpark field full of larger-than-life light sculptures, an ice skating trail + countless other festive attractions now through Sunday, Dec. 29.*
Community
Heads up, Seattle: Giving Tuesday is right around the corner (read: Tuesday, Dec. 3). This is the perfect opportunity to consider supporting local organizations like Sound Generations and their Meals on Wheels program, helping King County’s older adults. Make a contribution.*
Holiday Pick
For a limited time, you can give the gift of a lifetime of languages for less. Think: Forever access to all of Rosetta Stone’s immersive + engaging lessons at more than 60% off. Snag the deal.*
Finance
How much could you borrow from your home? Get HELOC quotes now — calculate your payment.*
Health
Remember all the scammy weight loss ads from the ‘90s that promised “magical results” (but never delivered)? Well, thanks to Hers and GLP-1s — the ingredient behind Ozempic® and Wegovy® — we’re not that far off. Start your weight loss journey. Read website disclaimers for important consumer information.*
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Harlestons has opened their 40% site-wide sale exclusively for our readers. | Video by Harlestons
Cyber Monday came early: Harlestons is giving our readers exclusive access to shop their products at 40% off, site-wide, with code HOLIDAY40.
Treat your husband, kid, or favorite golfing buddy to the quality and craftsmanship Harlestons is known for, from the lightweight performance polos to the stylish layering pieces, wearable throughout every season. (Plus, free shipping and free exchanges on every order.)
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Get ready to shop ‘til you drop at these local small businesses. | Photo via Vinnie’s Wine Shop
Small Business Saturday, an initiative dedicated to celebrating and supporting small and locally owned businesses + the impact they have in our communities, is today, Nov. 30.
The day falls between two of the biggest shopping days of the year — Black Friday and Cyber Monday — and has become an annual shopping tradition for many since its establishment by American Express in 2010.
If you’re looking to join in on the festivities this year, check out our list of some of our favorite small businesses in town — and some extra suggestions from our followers.
Timber City Ginger Beer | ‘Tis the season for fizzy drinks — check out ginger beer flavors like apricot, strawberry, or cranberry jasmine.
Noir Lux Candle Co. | There’s nothing like a hand-poured candle to cozy up your space — pick one up or bring your friends to make your own in one of this biz’s guided workshops.
Vinnie’s Wine Shop | During this time of year, it can feel like you’re on an endless hunt for a nice bottle of wine to take to a holiday party, so here’s a spot where you can find something neat for every palate.
Want to share some more small business love? Make sure to tag your favorite local businesses in the comments of our post.
Reminder: Shopping + supporting small isn’t limited to just this day — we love letting our local businesses shine all year long in our collection of City Guides.
Yourfavorite thing on Oprah’s Favorite Things list for 2024. We’re seeing goodies like fluffy mittens and paint-by-numbers portraits. Psst — Oprah’s also picked finds from small businesses, like a hot chocolate collection made by Asheville, NC’s French Broad Chocolate.
Hello from Bellingham! I went up north again to visit my fam and chow down on some excellent food for Thanksgiving. This is my first time using the Amtrak train to avoid holiday traffic and wow — I will not be doing it any other way from now on. There was no stress and I got to eat breakfast while I watched the landscape roll by.
