Business at the Seattle Christmas market was “very good.”

There are only ten days left until Christmas, but don’t despair! The Seattle Christmas Market is still there (to meet all your vacation needs)!

Founded in 2023, the Seattle Christmas Market is located in the Seattle Center, right by the Seattle Space Needle. With German food and drink, entertainment, seasonal decorations, and handmade crafts and gifts, there is something for everyone at this modern twist on a traditional German market.

Although there are entertainment options such as an illuminated Tunnel of Love, a forest walk with some well-known fairy tales and a carousel, there is also plenty of food and drink to try. Mulled wine at the Christmas pyramid There is hot mulled wine and children’s punch for the little ones! There are also beer, coffee and cider stands!

There are also many options for dining. Her website provides a detailed list of vendors tagged for gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, nut-free, dairy-free, and sustainable options. Paella house offers different paella bowls as a delicious gluten-free option depending on the day. Tin can cake also offers traditional cakes with gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan options, all in festive holiday designs!

You sure can! In addition to sweet treats like Boxes of chocolate And decorated candy applesThere are lots of gifts for people of all ages. There are various stalls selling handmade soft toys as well as handmade hats and luxury leather items.

A Polish pottery stand uses handcrafted techniques including sponge stamping and freehand decorations to make each piece unique. All pieces are oven, microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe! For the children, a Gourmet licorice stand could be the perfect stocking filler. These ropes are 60cm long and come in over thirty unique flavors, from a sweet rainbow to a classic red variant!

Although entry to traditional Christmas markets is free, there is an entry fee. While most German Christmas markets rely on public funding, this event is run independently and the entrance fee is used to rent venues and set up decorations. While there are some five dollar days on the market where select time slots are only five dollars, most single entry tickets are $19.99 per person. Luckily, children under six get in free.

Despite the cost of entry, one vendor told The Blast that business was “very good” this year and that he expects an even bigger turnout in the week before Christmas. The event, which began last year, sparked some complaints about long lines, overcrowding and some confusion surrounding the timed ticket entrances. Fortunately, the Christmas market, which runs until December 24th this year, seems to be going much more smoothly this year.

Fans who stop by the igloo on the winter deck right at the entrance will have the opportunity to take photos with Santa Claus himself, St. Nicholas. The photo is free and guests receive a free printout to take home. Santa Claus is there at different times every day, so make sure you visit him Check the schedule Before you go, make sure you have the chance for the perfect photo opportunity!

In addition to taking photos with Santa, there will also be a “family favorite” scavenger hunt to keep the kids busy. The scavenger hunt is possible free of charge in the market information hut directly in front of the restaurant. The scavenger hunt includes a maze, a word search and more! It will be available throughout the market period from November 21st to December 24th.

The Seattle Christmas Market is open no matter the weather, but if the bad weather gets too much for you and your family, there are many popular attractions nearby to visit, including the popular Space Needle. The Pop Culture Museum will also provide an afternoon of fun, with attractions including costumes of real-life celebrities such as Beyoncé and Michael Jackson.

For the children there are also exhibits from the “Harry Potter” film series and even Harry’s own glasses! There is a Death Star II movie miniature designed by Bevel Lemelisk and used in the 1983 film Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi. There are also costumes and props used in films and shows such as The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and more!