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Christmas Lights in Poulsbo, WA

The top places to see Christmas lights in Poulsbo this season are Garden d'Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 3), Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden (Nov 28 – Jan 3) and WildLanterns at Woodland Park Zoo (Nov 13 – Jan 17). We've mapped 3 displays in Poulsbo and 21 more nearby (6 events, 5 parades, 5 tree lightings). 23 are free. 5 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

Poulsbo Lighted Ships Parade

Parade · Poulsbo, WA · Free

Opens soon

Dec 12 – Dec 12

Julefest in Poulsbo

Event · Poulsbo, WA · Free to attend

Poulsbo Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Poulsbo, WA · Free

Near Poulsbo (within 25 miles)

WildLanterns at Woodland Park Zoo

Walk-thru · Seattle, WA · Ticketed; one listing says about $55 adult, $49 child (varies by date); members 20% off

Opens soon

14 miNov 13 – Jan 17

Argosy Christmas Ship Festival

Parade · Seattle, WA · Free to watch from shore; cruise tickets sold by Argosy

Opens soon Music

16 miNov 27 – Dec 23

Christmas Ship Parade of Boats

Parade · Seattle, WA · Free to watch from shore

Opens soon Music

16 miDec 11 – Dec 11

Garden d'Lights

Walk-thru · Bellevue, WA · $10 ages 11+; $5 select nights; 10 and under free

Opens soon

24 miNov 28 – Jan 3

Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden

Walk-thru · Bellevue, WA · $10 ages 11+, $5 on select weeknights, free 10 and under

Opens soon

24 miNov 28 – Jan 3

Redmond Lights

Event · Redmond, WA · Free

Opens soon Music

25 miFrom Dec 5

Silverdale Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Silverdale, WA · Free

6.6 mi
8.0 mi

Festive Nights & Holiday Lights Bainbridge Island

Event · Bainbridge Island, WA · Free

9.7 mi

Candy Cane Lane

Neighborhood · Seattle, WA · Free; food bank donations encouraged

10 mi

Magic in Manette

Event · Bremerton, WA · Free

12 mi

Manchester Tree Lighting and Sing-Along

Tree lighting · Manchester, WA · Free

13 mi

Holiday on the Bay and Tree Lighting (Port Orchard)

Tree lighting · Port Orchard, WA · Free

14 mi

Bremerton Yacht Club Lighted Boat Parade

Parade · Bremerton, WA · Free

14 mi

Seattle Center Winterfest

Event · Seattle, WA · Free

16 mi

Olympic Manor Christmas Lights

Neighborhood · Seattle, WA · Free

16 mi

Downtown Seattle Tree Lighting at Westlake Center

Tree lighting · Seattle, WA · Free

Music

17 mi

Menashe House

Home display · Seattle, WA · Free; donations to West Seattle Food Bank encouraged

17 mi

Keener's Christmas

Home display · Bothell, WA · Free; donations encouraged

21 mi

Google Lights

Event · Kirkland, WA · Free; food donations accepted

21 mi

Evergreen Christmas Lights

Home display · Bothell, WA · Free

Music

22 mi

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Christmas lights in Poulsbo: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Poulsbo?

Popular picks this season include Garden d'Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 3), Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden (Nov 28 – Jan 3), WildLanterns at Woodland Park Zoo (Nov 13 – Jan 17) and Redmond Lights (From Dec 5). In all, 24 displays are mapped in and around Poulsbo, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Poulsbo?

Free options include Garden d'Lights, Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden, Redmond Lights and Poulsbo Lighted Ships Parade. 23 of the 24 displays near Poulsbo are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Poulsbo?

Yes. Redmond Lights, Argosy Christmas Ship Festival and Christmas Ship Parade of Boats. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Poulsbo?

The earliest Poulsbo-area displays turn on Nov 13, and most are running by the weekend after Thanksgiving. Many stay lit through New Year's; check each display's page for its exact dates and nightly hours.

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