Tree Lighting Celebration

Holiday tree and star in downtown Seattle

Tree lighting ceremony in downtown Seattle's Westlake Park

Thousands of revelers kicked off the holiday season at our annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025 at Westlake Center. We hosted family-friendly activities starting in the afternoon, including craft making, costumed characters and giveaways. It all lead up to the main event at 5 p.m.: the lighting of the 45-foot holiday tree and the iconic Holiday Star immediately followed by a spectacular fireworks show.

Looking for more holiday fun? Check out all our winter activations in Occidental Square, Pacific Place Mall, Bell Street Park, Pioneer Park and First & Pike. And head to Love, SeaTown for even more seasonal events throughout downtown Seattle.