🎄 One of Seattle’s favorite holiday traditions is going back to basics. The 10th Annual Winter Solstice Holiday Market takes over historic Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park on December 5 and 6, 2026, and this year you can walk in for free.
For the first time in eight years, organizers are bringing back the original, daytime version of the market. It’s a carefully curated affair built around handcrafted, locally made, and one-of-a-kind gifts from Seattle-area artisans, crafters and small businesses.
An old-fashioned market, built for families
Think of it as a nostalgic holiday market. You wander through a historic Seattle landmark, find gifts you won’t see in big-box stores and talk to the people who made them.
Kids and parents get a bonus: free photos with Santa, courtesy of Shutter Bus Co. It’s a simple way to pick up a holiday keepsake without adding to the shopping budget.
The market puts community, craftsmanship and holiday traditions first. If you’d rather skip the mall crowds this season, it’s a good alternative, and every purchase goes straight to a local creative or small business.
Event details
What: 10th Annual Winter Solstice Holiday Market
When: Saturday, December 5, and Sunday, December 6, 2026
Where: Magnuson Park, Hangar 30, Seattle
Admission: Free
Highlights: Local makers and artisans, handmade gifts, unique holiday finds and free Santa photos courtesy of Shutter Bus Co.
