Seattle Center Winterfest

This celebration of all things winter is a Seattle mainstay and takes over the Seattle Center's grounds again this year from November 23 through January 6. There's a plethora of things to see and do, including ice skating, a holiday train display, holiday movies, student showcases and a "Winter Worldfest." It's a great day out for kids, but adults can't help but get caught up in the festive spirit as well. A daily schedule of free entertainment works well for those on a budget. This year, highlights include the Winterfest Ice Rink and Saturday ice sculpting, including a full day of ice carving mastery on Sunday, December 16. The festival opened with Holiday Harmony and rings in the New Year with spectacular fireworks, the Fountain of Light dance party and live music by cover band Sway.