Kids age 12 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.

A single ticket is valid for any ONE day.

Parking in Tacoma Dome lots is limited and will fill quickly. Tacoma Dome Parking Lots at 7:30am, and is first-come, first-served. Subject to change.

For more information on our new streamlined parking system, please visit our parking page. Check out the Plan Your Visit page for alternate parking and transportation options.

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 the Tacoma Holiday Festival. However, guests are encouraged to only bring essential items to expedite entry and reduce touchpoints.

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

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Support local businesses this holiday season! Search the Vendor List for holiday decor, apparel, food and wine, jewelry, toys, and more.

Gather your friends and kick off the weekend in festive style at our Ladies Night event! From 5 PM to 7 PM, enjoy a lively evening filled with shopping, holiday inspiration and seasonal cheer. Sip, stroll, and shop your way through an incredible selection of boutique vendors, artisan gifts, and delicious treats - perfect for early holiday gifting or a little something just for you. 

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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.

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Hynes brings his signature charm to the Tacoma Holiday Festival this season, sharing in the spirit of storytelling, community, and holiday cheer.

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Step into a world of creativity and cheer at the Holiday Workshop Stage, one of the most enchanting features of the Tacoma Holiday Festival! Designed to delight guests of all ages, this interactive space invites festivalgoers to experience the joy of hands-on holiday magic.

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We believe every child deserves access to the joy, comfort, and imagination that books provide. You can help us make that possible by donating new books that follow our guidelines.

Donation Guidelines:

To ensure the safety, relevance, and quality of materials shared with our young readers, all donated books must meet the following criteria:

• New Books Only – Gently used or pre-owned books cannot be accepted due to health and safety protocols.

• Age-Appropriate – Books should be suitable for children from infants to young teens (ages 0–14).

• Inclusive and Uplifting Content – We encourage titles that are diverse, positive, and empowering.

• No Religious or Holiday-Specific Themes – Please avoid books focused on specific religions or holidays to ensure inclusivity.

• No Plush or Sound Books – To comply with hospital hygiene standards, books with attached toys or electronic components cannot be accepted.

• Where to Donate: Please drop off books at the entrance of the show.

Whether it’s a bedtime story, a chapter book adventure, or a colorful board book, your donation helps bring comfort and connection to children facing medical challenges.

Thank you for your support and generosity!