Kirkland Holiday Guide 2026
Community Guides Upside Properties NW
Community Guides Upside Properties NW
WinterFest, waterfront walks, and holiday lights in downtown Kirkland.
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If I were picking one holiday outing in Kirkland, I’d start at Kirkland Urban on Nov. 28, then walk over to Peter Kirk Park for the tree lighting. For a quieter afternoon, I’d take a lap along the waterfront and head downtown for something warm.
Nov. 15 · From 9 a.m.
Juanita Beach Park
Choose a 5K, 10K or kids’ race. Check the race page for individual start times. Turkey Trot race details
Nov. 19–Dec. 19
Kirkland Avenue at Lake Street or Urban Plaza
Drop a letter in a downtown mailbox. Include a return address if you’d like a reply. Santa mailbox locations
Nov. 28 · 3–7 p.m.
425 Urban Plaza
Stop by for family activities and seasonal treats, then walk to Peter Kirk Park for the lighting. Kirkland Urban WinterFest schedule
Nov. 28 · 6:15 p.m.
Peter Kirk Park
Meet at the park for the downtown tree lighting. Allow time to walk over from the plaza. Tree lighting details
Dec. 4 · 5–7 p.m.
Feriton Spur Park
See the lights beside the Google campus. The Downtown Association lists music and a petting area for the kickoff. Google Lights hours
Dec. 5 · 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Kirkland Performance Center
Hear electric violin and Celtic musicians alongside Irish dance. Celtic Christmas tickets
Dec. 17 · 5–8 p.m.
Downtown Kirkland
Plan an evening around downtown tasting stops. Check ticket and check-in details. Wine Walk details
Dec. 17–19 · 7 p.m.
Kirkland Performance Center
See a holiday ballet that pairs dance with lighting and visual effects. Nutcracker tickets
Walk from Marina Park toward Heritage Park while there’s daylight, then head back downtown for something warm.
Happy holidays from Upside Properties NW.
Schedules checked November 9, 2026. Confirm hours, closures and tickets with organizers before heading out.
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