Christmas Event Guide
MOSCOW, IDAHO
*Moscow Christmas Light Competition. Residential and Business entries at www.moscowchristmas.com through Dec 9. Driving Tour and Winners will be released the week of Dec 12th! Prizes are $250-$1000.
*Light Up the Season Parade, Tree Lighting, and DeLIGHTful Downtown 2022. Thursday, December 8. 6:00 pm-7:00 pm.
*The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. December 8, 10, 15-17, 7:00pm. All Souls Church, 217 E 6th St, Moscow. Tickets on sale at www.haamoscow.com. The classic story of the Christmas pageant with the Herdman kids brought to life by Heritage Arts Academy.
*The Nutcracker. Saturday, December 17th, 2:00pm, 7:30pm. The first civic production of The Nutcracker. Tickets available via the University of Idaho Box Office.
Troy, Idaho
TROY, IDAHO
*2nd Annual Christmas Fest at the Park. Saturday, December 3, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. 100 Highway 8 Troy Idaho.
- allevents.in/troy-id/christmas
POTLATCH, IDAHO
*The Potlatch Company Town Christmas. Saturday, December 10th. Craft Fairs, Santa at The Depot, lighted parade and fireworks show!
GENESEE, IDAHO
*Genesee Christmas Bazaar. Saturday, December 3, 9am. Genesee Community Fire Hall. Local crafters will be selling unique gifts from decor to jewelry and books.
HAYDEN, IDAHO
*Traditions Of Christmas: “A Musical Spectacular. Travel on a journey through time and heritage! This Radio City Music Hall-style show inspires the hearts of audience members of all ages. Tears well up and hearts are filled with respect as the USO performance takes the stage and our military is honored. Throughout the show, your favorite Christmas classics are brought to life with song and dance. Crowds are amazed by the beautifully choreographed kickline tap number and dazzled by the talents of the 35 cast members donning over 300 costumes. The grand Nativity conclusion reminds us all that there is a purpose behind the celebration. Traditions of Christmas is truly an experience you won’t want to miss.” - traditionsofchristmasnw.com
Show times:
December 9, 10, 16, 17, 21, 22 at 7:00 pm.
December 10, 17, and 22 at 3:00 pm.
December 11 & 18 at 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
December 17 at 12:00 pm.
At Kroc Center. Show and hotel packages available.
*Annual Outdoor European Christmas Market. Based on the traditional, charming, and festive open-air Christkindlmarkts in Germany, Austria, and other countries during Advent season. Online registration for attendance. Tickets opened November 1. Two-day event Friday, December 2, 4pm-9pm and Saturday, December 3, 10am-6pm. At McIntire Park in Hayden Idaho. The European Christmas Market features over 100 vendors, including food, Glühwein (mulled wine), and hot cocoa. There is also a kids’ area with face-painting, coloring books, and decorating Christmas cookies.
Coincides with the Hayden City Parade and Tree Lighting. - Hayden Chamber Of Commerce - haydenchamber.org
COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO
*Journey To The North Pole Cruises: Thursday, November 15 through Sunday, January 2. 40-minute cruises departing at 5:30 pm, 6:30 pm, and 7:30 pm. Boarding at The Resort Plaza Shops (115 S 2nd Street) 30 minutes prior to departure. An unforgettable lake cruise across the sparkling waters to view more than 1.5 million Christmas lights and visit Santa Claus and his elves at his waterfront toy workshop, where he magically speaks to each child by name.
*Santa’s Reindeer Express. November 27-29 and December 4-6, 11-13, 18-23. 4:00 pm–7:00 pm. Location: Resort Lawn. All-new Christmas activity! Guests will receive special treats to feed the reindeer.
*S’mores by the Shores: November 22 - January 1. 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Location: The Terrace Lounge. Snuggle up around a wood-burning pit, roast s’mores from individual s’more kits, and enjoy fantastic views of our Christmas Light Show. Fire pits can accommodate up to 6 guests and can be reserved for 50 minutes for $90. Additional food and beverage is available for purchase from The Terrace Lounge bar. Reservation Required. Weather permitting.
*Travolta Christmas Show: Friday, November 25 - Sunday, December 18. Time: Thursdays through Saturdays 7:30 pm, and Sundays 5:00 pm. Location: The Resort Shore Room. Holiday music, laughter, stories from Christmas’ past. Join as we welcome Ellen Travolta and family back to the Coeur d’Alene Resort this holiday season.
*Santa’s Family Getaway.Includes overnight accommodations, two adult cruise tickets, guestroom cookie delivery by Santa’s Elves, $30 breakfast credit, Evening Holiday Fireside Storytime with Santa’s Elves.
*Elf On The Shelf. Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, November 25 through December 17. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Elves are hidden in 28 shops all around downtown. The more elves you find, the greater your chances of winning. There is an elf trail map available on the website. When you find an elf, go to one of the listed locations to get your passport stamped. Over 30 gift cards are awarded each weekend, plus two grand prizes (to be announced soon!). Grand prize drawings will be on December 19.
SPOKANE, WASHINGTON
*Christmas Tree Elegance: November 29 through December 11. Event features the raffle of themed and beautifully decorated trees located at the Historic Davenport Hotel and the River Park Square. Free and open to the public. Tickets are $1 each. Begun in 1983, largest annual fundraiser.
Hours:
10:00 am – 9:00 pm at The Historic Davenport.
10:00 am – 8:00 pm at Riverpark Square.
PULLMAN, WASHINGTON
*Washington Idaho Symphony: “Christmas Brass,” Saturday, December 3, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm and Sunday, December 4, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Location: Pullman High School 510 NW Greyhound Way, Pullman.
*Follow the Star. Drive-Thru Nativity. Dec. 8, 9, 10, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Location: Living Faith Fellowship, 1035 S Grand Ave, Pullman.
LEWISTON, IDAHO
*Ignite the Holidays with Winter Spirit! Lights turn on Saturday, November 19, at 6:00 pm. Lighting Ceremony starts at 4:15 pm. The Community lights up with interactive displays and dancing trees in Locomotive Park. A large gas fireplace warms visitors and children are fascinated with the pageant of colors. Displays are lit the weekend before Thanksgiving through the weekend after New Years Day. 2102 Main Street.