What to Do:

This month’s Art Walk Edmonds is the perfect time to indulge in an evening of entertainment, enjoy the arts and even squeeze in some last-minute holiday shopping. More ideas for the weekend include visitingt some of our neighboring communities to celebrate the Solstice at Kruckeberg in Shoreline or to see the giant Menorah lighting in Lynnwood.

Art Walk Edmonds

The monthly art walk is always enjoyable, but I am quite partial to this month’s event. The crisp cool weather, the town lit up with festive lights and art all around us, it feels a bit magical this holiday. Many favorite shops in town will be open for last-minute holiday shopping and there is even a new business joining this month’s walk: The Crow boutique on 4th Avenue North, a must-stop shop featuring handmade gifts.

This month’s featured artist Tuesday Sands, a mixed media artist from the Pacific Northwest, will be at Kelnero. It’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy one of Kelnero’s own artistic creations, found in the form of a cocktail! If you are looking for something musical, stop by Starbucks for a jazz trio featuring some local baristas. After you get your caffeine fix, stroll down Main Street, stopping at the businesses along the way, and finish the evening seeing a “clay critter demonstration” at Cascadia Art Museum. Other fun events can be found around town, including a stop at the Edmonds Bookshop and the Cheesemonger’s Table, pairing to bring fun activities for all.

Downtown Edmonds
Thursday, Dec 19, 5 – 8 p.m.
Learn more here

Snohomish County Giant Menorah Lighting

Hosted by Chabad of Snohomish County, this is the eighth annual public Unity Menorah lighting, located at Lynnwood City Hall. There will be music, featuring the Seattle-based Klez Katz Klezmer band, face painting and light-up Chanukah glasses for the kids.

Lynnwood City Hall
19100 44th Ave.W.
Sunday, Dec. 22 4 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Learn more here 

Kruckeberg Solstice Stroll

A wonderful way to enjoy some light and cheer on the darkest nights of the year.  Kruckeberg Botanic Gardens will be illuminated with whimsical lighting.  This free event (donations encouraged) is a wonderful family- and dog-friendly  event. Be ready for crowds if you are bringing a pet, as this is a very popular event. The on-site parking lot will be closed but there is a free shuttle from Richmond Beach Congregational Church.

Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
20312 15th Ave. N.W.
Shoreline
Friday through Sunday, Dec 20 – 22, 4:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Learn more here

North Pole Pit Stop at Salish Crossing

Visit the Edmonds Holiday Trolley Stop at Salish Crossing for free holiday cookies, cocoa, coffee and cheer. Hosted by First Financial Northwest Bank. You can explore all of the wonderful businesses at this stop, plus the Cascadia Art Museum gift shop, while you are there.

Salish Crossing
Corner of Sunset and Dayton
Edmonds
Sat, Dec 21
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

What to See:

There are still a few opportunities to catch a theater performance or the ballet. Get your tickets now for an unforgettable evening.

Edmonds Driftwood Players Presents: A Christmas Story – The Musical

If you are looking for a night of laughs and great theater, the Edmonds Driftwood Players is performing A Christmas Story – The Musical. Based on the movie, this production brings the iconic characters and themes from A Christmas Story to life in a festive musical format. Even though the performances are sold out, we’re told that if you show up at the Wade James Theater one hour prior to curtain, and put your name on a list, Driftwood Players does release tickets on a first-come, first-served basis. The theater also says they occasionally get a last-minute call after ticket sales go offline of someone who can’t make it, or have patrons turn in extra tickets at the door. So no guarantees, but usually a couple for every performance.

Wade James Theater
950 Main St.
Edmonds

Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until Dec. 22
8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
2 p.m.
Tickets: $25-$28

The Phoenix Theater Presents: Inspecting Carol

Needing some comic relief? This production will be sure to bring in the laughs. Inspecting Carol is a comical take of a struggling theatre’s clumsy production of A Christmas Carol. Be prepared for witty jokes and a great time.

Phoenix Theatre
9673 Firdale Ave.
Edmonds

Fridays and Saturdays until Dec. 22
7:30 p.m.
Sundays
2 p.m.
Tickets: $20-$25

The Nutcracker performed by the Olympic Ballet Theater

Enjoy an entrancing evening watching sugar plum fairies, the mouse king and a toy nutcracker that comes to life. The holiday classic, The Nutcracker, can be seen right here in Edmonds, performed by the Olympic Ballet Theater. The ballet is a wonderful opportunity for all ages to enjoy Tchaikovsky’s iconic score while watching the main character, Clara, dance her way through a fantastical dream world.

Edmonds Center for the Arts
410 4th Ave. N.
Friday through Monday, Dec. 20- 23
Friday/Saturday 7 p.m., Saturday/Monday 2 p.m., Sunday 5 p.m.
Tickets $28-$48

— By Rachel Gardner

Rachel Gardner has a heartfelt appreciation for art in all forms and believes everyone is an artist, some just don’t know it yet. A dedicated and involved Edmonds resident, she can often be spotted onstage cracking jokes between sets or in the audience enjoying local live performances. She enjoys being playful with her art and finding unique ways of expression, like forming a boho-grunge-folk ukulele trio with local Edmonds moms.