Leavenworth Christmas Lighting Festival and Leavenworth Village of Lights
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Village of Lights runs December through mid January
Visitors come back year after year for this famous Leavenworth festival. Saturday at dusk everyone gathers to sing “Silent Night” and witness the lighting of the village as it is transformed into a magical wonderland of lights. See why USA Today rated Leavenworth one of the USA’s top 10 Christmas towns!
For the best rates available, festivals, and summer weekends call 1 (800) 961-0162 or book online.
HGTV names Leavenworth the Ultimate Christmas Town in 2009!
Therapeutic Touch Spa will be OPEN on the following 2013 winter holidays:
Thanksgiving , Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, New Years Day. Please call early to schedule your holiday appointment. Hours are subject to change.
2013 Christmas Lighting Schedule
- Annual Christmas Lighting Festival
- 1st, 2nd & 3rd weekends of December
- Saturday and Sunday Evenings
Visitors come back year after year for this famous Leavenworth festival. On Saturdays and Sundays everyone gathers at the gazebo at dusk to greet Saint Nicholas. On both days you can enjoy roasting chestnuts, holiday music from the gazebo while youngsters sled in the park; holiday personalities stroll the street. Sleigh rides are minutes away. At dusk everyone gathers to sing “Silent Night” and witness the lighting of the village and park and they are transformed into a magic wonderland of lights.
MERRY CHRISTMAS / Gift of Light from Voortex Productions
Come see why “Good Morning America Lights up the Holidays” made its second stop in the ultimate Christmas village in Leavenworth, Wash. November 29, 2007, and why the Travel Channel and Home and Garden TV came to feature our 2007 festival which aired in 2008.
Leavenworth Christmas Concerts and Events
Following is the 2012 schedule of events for the Leavenworth Christmas Lighting Festival. Please use this information as a guide for planning your trip for the 2013 festival and events.
Christmas Lighting Festival
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Call 1-800-961-0162 for accommodations November 30, 2012 – December 02, 2012 Location: Downtown Leavenworth Information: 509-548-5807 Our nationally acclaimed Christmas Lighting Festival returns for an emotional visit to a turn of the century Bavarian Christmas, Holiday personalities and a ceremonial lighting of the town.
S’mores Roast at Icicle Junction Activates Center
Beginning Thanksgiving weekend, 2pm -8pm – Roast marshmallows around the Junction fire pit to make your own s’mores! Must be at least 12 years old or be accompanied and helped by an adult. Supplies are available at the Icicle Junction during open hours for just $3 for two s’mores. www.iciclejunction.com Friday and Saturday November 23, 24 Friday November 30, Saturday December 1
A Christmas Carol- 2013 will be “It’s a Wonderful Life”
December 01, 2012 Time: 8pm Location: Festhalle Theatre, 1001 Front Street Fee: $16 & $20 – no children under 5 Information: 509-548-2000 leavenworthsummertheater.org
Christmas Lighting Festival
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December 01, 2012 – December 02, 2012 Time: Opening Parade Noon Location: Front Street Park, Gazebo Fee: None Information: 509-548-5807 Christmas Lighting Festival is hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, carolers, cocoa, kids sledding, the horse-drawn carriage…it is enough to put any snow globe to shame. Lighting Ceremony starts at 4:30 and music starts around 2pm on Friday. St. Nicholas Greets Children With Fruit and Song. leavenworth.org
Opera on Tap
December 01, 2012 Time: 6pm Location: Canyon Wren Recital Hall- 7409 Icicle Road Fee: $8 student, $16 senior, $20 general admission Information: 509-548-6347 Reservations: YesLocal singers bring you into a back stage party, singing some opera’s best known and little known pieces in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. www.icicle.org
A Christmas Carol- 3013 will be “It’s a Wonderful Life”
December 02, 2012 Time: 1pm Location: Festhalle Theatre, 1001 Front Street Fee: $16 & $20 – no children under 5 Information: 509-548-2000 leavenworthsummertheater.org
Marlin Handbell Ringers 2012 Holiday Concert
December 03, 2012 Time: 7:30pm Location: Best Western Icicle Inn, Leavenworth Fee: $12 Information: 509-548-5138 Ten local musicians ring 108 handbells in concerts during December and in the spring. The Icicle Creek Center for the Arts in Leavenworth is their home base. marlinhandbells.com
Bronn Journey Concert
December 04, 2012 Time: 7:30pm Location: 418 Evans Street Fee: $15 in advance Information: 509-548-5807 Reservations: Yes Come enjoy the inspiring Christmas music of the Journeys–Bronn, Katherine and the Harp–bring music that is nothing short of glorious! www.leavenworth.org or www.bronnjourney.com
Bronn Journey Concert
December 05, 2012 Time: 7:30pm Location: 418 Evans Street Fee: $15 advance Information: 509-548-5807 Reservations: Yes Come enjoy the inspiring Christmas music of the Journeys–Bronn, Katherine and the harp–bring music that is nothing short of glorious! www.leavenworth.org or www.bronnjourney.com
Leavenworth Village Voices
December 06, 2012 Time: 7pm Location: 111 Ski Hill Drive, Leavenworth, WA Fee: Adults $14.00 and Students (5-18) $12.00 Information: 509-548-8058 Come and join the Village Voices as they present their annual Christmas in the Mountains Holiday Concert Series. leavenworthvillagevoices.org
Bronn Journey Concert
December 06, 2012 Time: 7:30pm Location: 418 Evans Street Fee: $15 advance Information: 509-548-5807 Reservations: Yes Come enjoy the inspiring Christmas music of the Journeys–Bronn, Katherine and the harp–bring music that is nothing short of glorious! www.leavenworth.org or www.bronnjourney.com
Leavenworth Village Voices
December 07, 2012 Time: 7pm Location: Leavenworth Church of the Nazarene, 111 Ski Hill Drive, Leavenworth, WA Fee: Adults $14.00 and Students (5-18) $12.00 Information: 509-548-8058 Come and join the Village Voices as they present their annual Christmas in the Mountains Holiday Concert Series. leavenworthvillagevoices.org
A Christmas Carol – 3013 will be “It’s a Wonderful Life”
December 07, 2012 Time: 8pm Location: Festhalle Theatre, 1001 Front Street Fee: $16 & $20 – no children under 5 Information: 509-548-2000 leavenworthsummertheater.org
Christmas Lighting Festival
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December 07, 2012 Time: Noon-6pm Location: Front Street Park, Gazebo Fee: none Information: 509-548-5807 Christmas Lighting Festival is hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, carolers, cocoa, kids sledding, the horse-drawn carriage…it is enough to put any snow globe to shame. Lighting Ceremony starts at 4:30 and music starts around 2pm on Friday. St. Nicholas Greets Children With Fruit and Song.
A Christmas Carol – 3013 will be “It’s a Wonderful Life”
December 08, 2012 – December 09, 2012 Time: 1:00 PM Location: Festhalle Theatre, 1001 Front Street Fee: $16 & $20 – no children under 5 Information: 509-548-2000 leavenworthsummertheater.org
Christmas Lighting Festival
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December 08, 2012 – December 09, 2012 Time: Opening Parade Noon Location: Front Street Park, Gazebo Fee: none Information: 509-548-5807 Christmas Lighting Festival is hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, carolers, cocoa, kids sledding, the horse-drawn carriage…it is enough to put any snow globe to shame. Want to make some memories with the family? Treat yourself to a winter experience that you will never forget! Roasting Chestnuts, Characters, Live Entertainment All Day! Lighting Ceremony Begins at 4:30 and the music starts around 11AM on Saturdays & Sundays.
Icicle Creek Chamber Players
December 08, 2012 Time: 7:30pm Location: Canyon Wren Recital Hall- 7409 Icicle Road Fee: $8 student, $16 senior, $20 general admission Information: 509-548-6347 Reservations: YesIcicle Creek Center for the Arts announces a bright new addition to its rich classical music programs- The Icicle Creek Chamber Players. www.icicle.org
Bronn Journey Concert
December 11, 2012 Time: 7:30pm Location: 418 Evans Street Fee: $15 Information: 509-548-5807 Reservations: yes Renowned harpist Bronn Journey’s holiday concert is a delight for all ages. His wife Katherine adds her exquisite voice to the program for a Christmas concert that will warm the heart. A true Leavenworth tradition. bronnjourney.com
Bronn Journey Concert
December 12, 2012 Time: 7:30pm Location: 418 Evans St Fee: $15 advance Information: 509-548-5807 Reservations: Yes Come enjoy the inspiring Christmas music of the Journeys–Bronn, Katherine and the harp–bring music that is nothing short of glorious! www.leavenworth.org or www.bronnjourney.com
Leavenworth Village Voices
December 14, 2012 Time: 7:00pm Location: Leavenworth Church of the Nazarene, 111 Ski Hill Drive, Leavenworth, WA Fee: Adults $14.00 and Students (5-18) $12.00 Information: 509-548-8058 Come and join the Village Voices as they present their annual Christmas in the Mountains Holiday Concert Series. leavenworthvillagevoices.org
A Christmas Carol – 3013 will be “It’s a Wonderful Life”
December 14, 2012 Time: 8 PM Location: Festhalle Theatre, 1001 Front Street Fee: $16 & $20 – no children under 5 Information: 509-548-2000 leavenworthsummertheater.org
Christmas Lighting Festival
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December 14, 2012 Time: Ceremony @ 4:30, mus Location: Front Street Park, Gazebo Fee: none Information: 509.548.5807 Christmas Lighting Festival is hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, carolers, cocoa, kids sledding, the horse-drawn carriage…it is enough to put any snow globe to shame. Want to make some memories with the family? Treat yourself to a winter experience that you will never forget! Lighting Ceremony starts at 4:30 and music starts around 2PM on Friday. Lights Are On! St. Nicholas Greets Children With Fruit and Song.
A Christmas Carol – 3013 will be “It’s a Wonderful Life”
December 15, 2012 – December 16, 2012 Time: 1:00 PM Location: Festhalle Theatre, 1001 Front Street Fee: $16 & $20 – no children under 5 Information: www.leavenworthsummertheater.org Reservations: 509.548.2000
A Christmas Carol – 3013 will be “It’s a Wonderful Life”
December 15, 2012 Time: 8:00pm Location: Festhalle Theatre, 1001 Front Street Fee: $16 & $20 – no children under 5 Information: www.leavenworthsummertheater.org Reservations: 509.548.2000
Christmas Lighting Festival
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December 15, 2012 – December 16, 2012 Time: Opening Parade Noon Location: Front Street Park, Gazebo Fee: none Reservations: 509.548.5807 Christmas Lighting Festival is hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights, carolers, cocoa, kids sledding, the horse-drawn carriage…it is enough to put any snow globe to shame. Want to make some memories with the family? Treat yourself to a winter experience that you will never forget! Roasting Chestnuts, Characters, Live Entertainment All Day! Lighting Ceremony Begins at 4:30 and the music starts around 11AM on Saturdays & Sundays.
Noel Christmas
December 15, 2012 Time: 2pm & 7pm Location: Canyon Wren Recital Hall 7409 Icicle Road Fee: See Website Information: 509-548-6347 As an afternoon concert, the matinee performance is great for your “littlest elves” to attend with you. Don’t miss your chance to experience this! www.icicle.org
Illumni Men’s Chorale
December 22, 2012 Time: 7:30pm Location: Canyron Wren Recital Hall- 7409 Icicle Road Fee: $8 student, $16 senior, $20 general admission Information: 509-548-6347 Reservations: Yes Join us for ‘American Christmas’! This year, Illumni Men’s Chorale’s Holiday program will feature music from American composers and arrangers. www.icicle.org
