Tacoma Holiday Festival

Tacoma Holiday Festival

Tacoma Holiday Festival

Event Info

Ticket Information

One ticket good for four days!

Kids age 13 and under are free. Tickets are available for purchase in person at the Heritage Bank Tacoma Dome Box Office or online. Additional convenience fees may apply to online orders. The Box Office opens approximately one hour prior to show start and closes one hour prior to show ending. If utilizing digital tickets, please have your phone charged and your tickets ready for scanning at entry.

Getting Here

Let us guide your way! Please follow our recommended routes. Limited parking in Dome lots is $15. Lots open 7:30am (Thursday) and 7:45am (Friday - Sunday). Visit our website for alternate parking & transportation options.

Cashless Facility

The Tacoma Dome is a cashless facility. Concessions accept card and mobile payments only. Cash-to-card kiosks (reverse ATMs) are located inside the building, free of charge. Individual vendors may still accept cash if preferred.

Guest Services

Legendary experiences start with exceptional service. Visit our Guest Services Kiosk presented by Commencement Bank, located in the arena near the ExHall doors, if you need assistance or have questions.

Security & Entry Doors

Doors open at 10am daily. Guests may utilize the Exhibition Hall entry doors.

Security measures are in place for all Tacoma Dome events, including metal detectors, bag size restrictions (12"x6"x12"), and bag searches. Backpacks are not allowed. Weapons of any kind, including pocket knives, are not allowed. If you see something, say something™. Visit our Security page for more details. Please note: the Tacoma Dome clear bag policy is not in place for Holiday Food & Gift Festival. However, guests are encouraged to only bring essential items to expedite entry and reduce touchpoints.

Holiday Shopping

Find unique gift ideas, holiday and home décor, handmade arts and crafts and more!

Cooking Stage and Schedule

Tacoma’s top chefs share recipes and cooking techniques.

Thursday, October 24

12:00pm: Apple and Butter Pecan Crepes, Warnessa Victorian, Lizzie Lou's Too Cafe.

1:00 pm: Flavors of Thailand: A Culinary Journey with Namjai Thai, Chef Tanya Jirapol, Nam Jai Thai

2:00 pm:  O Christmas Tree: Cake Decorating, Mary Ann Quitugua, Celebrity Cake Studio

3:00 pm: Roasted Garlic Potato Leek Soup in a Baked Potato, Shawn Tibbitts, Tibbitts@FernHIll

Friday, October 25

12:00 pm:  Pasta di Paola, Brandon Barrios, Manuscript

 

1:00 pm:  Flavors of Thailand: A Culinary Journey with Namjai Thai, Chef Tanya Jirapol, Nam Jai Thai

 

2:00 pm:  Elevate your Soup Game: Carrot Ginger Soup with Cashew Cream Masterclass Tobie Robinson, County Fire Line Restaurant 

 

3:00 pm:  Holiday Dinner Inspired Agnolotti, Hudson Slater, MarkeTeam Foodservice

 

Saturday, October 26

12:00pm: Flavors of Thailand: A Culinary Journey with Namjai Thai, Chef Tanya Jirapol, Nam Jai Thai

 

1:00 pm: Autumn Squash Risotto, Stephen Gangl, Tacoma Knife Sharpening & Mercantile 

 

2:00 pm:  Canal Street, Jean-Pierre King, Edison Square

 

3:00 pm: Braised Port Rillettes and Duck Leg Prosciutto, Jon Maley, ChūcH by Jon

 

Sunday, October 27

12:00 pm: Flavors of Thailand: A Culinary Journey with Namjai Thai, Chef Tanya Jirapol, Nam Jai Thai

 

1:00 pm: Christmas Leftovers Fried Rice Aura Mae, The Kitchen Beautician

2:00 pm:  Holiday Dinner Inspired Agnolotti, Hudson Slater, MarkeTeam Foodservice

 

3:00 pm:  Bhutte Ka Kees, Daniel Davis, @durddydan

*Schedule subject to change

 

Information of Cooking Stage Presenters

Santa Claus

Bring the little ones to the Santa Area. Your child can make their Christmas wishes known to our real bearded Santa and get a first class picture on the spot. You can find Santa in the Arena at the end of Main St. near the concessions.

Thursday, October 24

10 am - 2 pm

Friday, October 25

10 am - 3 pm

Saturday, October 26

10 am - 3 pm

Sunday, October 27

10 am - 2 pm

Sip & Seats

Take a load off and grab a drink in The Garage* or snag something to eat from the show concessions.  There is ample seating to rest your feet and recharge.

Festive Tunes

Get in the holiday spirit with local pianist, Kristin Fletcher, playing Christmas classics. seattlecitymusic.com

Kristin will be playing daily in the main entrance of the Arena.

Thursday, October 24

10 am - 2 pm

Friday, October 25

10 am - 3 pm

Saturday, October 26

10 am - 3 pm

Sunday, October 27

10 am - 2 pm

Holiday Festival Christmas Tree

Get in the spirit with this gorgeous massive living 25’ blue spruce. We keep it watered and alive and replant it in its forever home after the show. You’ll find it as you enter the arena. It’s a great backdrop for holiday pictures.  

Cozy Storytime

The holiday book elf will have two daily readings for young audiences.  Be sure to get there early to grab a spot and enjoy the story.   

Schedule:  

Thurs, Oct 24 – Sat, Oct 26 : 11am and 5:30pm 

Sunday, Oct 27: 11am and 4pm 

Workshops

Join us for a festive celebration filled with creative workshops! From Gift Wrapping to Wreath Making and Cooking Decorating, there’s something for everyone. Let’s gather together to unleash our holiday spirit and craft beautiful keepsakes. Come share the joy and make this season truly special!

CLICK HERE to see the schedule and book workshops.

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