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Must List: The Top 5 Events in Seattle This Week

Ghostly laughs, dazzling lights, market magic

By Sarah Stackhouse November 28, 2024

Aerial view of a festive holiday light display in Seattle featuring a large illuminated tree, winding lit pathways, and various decorative light structures with people walking around. As one of this week's top events, it promises to enchant visitors with its vibrant spectacle.
Photo courtesy of Enchant Christmas

Happy Thanksgiving! If you celebrate, what are you most looking forward to? I like the pie. Well, Seattle is buzzing with ways to make the most of the season (yes, even if it’s pouring). Big news this week: Seattle Theatre Group bought Kerry Hall, ensuring this Capitol Hill landmark stays rooted in the arts. 

A Native American chef’s journey to embrace his roots is redefining what local cuisine can be. And climbing competitions are pushing boundaries in the Pacific Northwest.

Still scrambling for Thanksgiving plans? Don’t worry — Seattle restaurants have your back. And if you’ve been exploring our Readers’ Choice winners, now’s the perfect time to check a few more off your list during the holiday break.

Here’s what’s happening this week:


A blue silhouette of a woman stands beside a gramophone against a purple backdrop. The text reads "Noël Coward's Blithe Spirit," a must-list event on 11-27-2024.

Blithe Spirit

Nov. 29-Dec. 22
Bagley Wright Theater
$20+

When a séance goes sideways and summons your dead wife, things get complicated fast. Noël Coward’s Blithe Spirit turns marital mishaps into biting comedy, as one man juggles his wife, his late wife’s ghost, and his own unraveling sanity.

 

A bustling crowd gathers at night under the illuminated signs of the Public Market Center and Farmers Market, with Christmas decorations adding a festive touch to this must-list destination for 2024.

29th Annual Magic in the Market

Saturday, Nov. 30
Pike Place Market
Free

Pike Place Market glows with lights, live music, and holiday treats. Shop local, snack often, and know you’re helping support this Seattle icon with every purchase.


Poster of Kumail Nanjiani performing with a microphone. Text: "Must List Event! Kumail Nanjiani: Doing This Again, Saturday, November 30, The Moore, Seattle Theatre Group. Mark your calendars for 11-27-2024!

Kumail Nanjiani: Doing This Again

Saturday, Nov. 30
Moore Theatre
$34+

Kumail Nanjiani is back on stage, mixing cultural humor with sharp observations in Doing This Again. After The Big Sick and Marvel stardom, his stand-up is as smart and hilarious as ever.


Promotional image for Enchant, showcasing a large illuminated Christmas light maze with festive decorations and a glowing tree. Mark your calendar for 11-27-2024 as this must-list event promises to dazzle and delight in every twinkling corner.

Enchant Christmas

Now-Dec. 29
T-Mobile Park
$29+

Picture glowing sculptures, an 80,000-square-foot light maze, ice skating, and holiday shopping — all the fun, festive chaos you actually want.

 

Collage of 2024 holiday events: lit boat cruise, children at a festive party, Christmas lights over water, and kids meeting Santa—all framed by a red ribbon. Add these joyous moments to your must-list for an unforgettable celebration!

Christmas Ship Festival

Now-Dec. 23
Ships depart from different locations
$35+

For 75 years, this Puget Sound tradition has brought music, lights, and holiday cheer to the water. Watch from the shore or join the flotilla.

Visit our events calendar for more ideas.

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