loveoly winterfest

November 26th

The Olympia Downtown Alliance is proud to host our annual LoveOly WinterFest Presented by WSECU.

LoveOly WinterFest is scheduled for the Sunday after Thanksgiving, November 26, from noon to 6 pm in the heart of downtown Olympia.

Join us at the intersection of 5th and Washington to enjoy holiday cheer! Live music from local high schools and a performance by the Olympia Symphony Brass Quartet! Activities for kids and families! A "tree" lighting and other fun, family-friendly fun, all free, thanks to our generous sponsors.

LoveOly WinterFest includes:

  • Visit with Santa!
    • Santa will be located at the 222 Market (222 Capitol Way South)
    • Santa Sweeng will be available from Noon- 3pm
    • Santa Pat & Mrs. Claus will be available from 3-6pm
    • Free photo opportunity with special event photo frame! 
  • Live Entertainment on the main stage at 5th & Washington 
  • Holiday Crafts for Kids Powered by Hands on Children's Museum
    • Located in front of Timberland Bank
  • Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
    • Horse drawn carriage rides will be scheduled from Noon -4pm
    • Located at State Avenue & Columbia Street
  • Festive Storytelling
    • Available from Noon -6pm!
    • 5 different festive, seasonal stories told! 
    • Located in the Olympia Ballroom Lobby
  • Hot Chocolate Station Powered by Sofie's Scoops and Dancing Goats
    • Hot Cocoa with seasonal toppings for the littles and coffee options for the grown ups!
    • Located in front of Captain Little
  • Season "Tree" Lighting at Twilight with support from Lincoln School second graders! 
    • Located at the intersection of 5th Avenue & Washington Street.
  • Local Makers Selling Handcrafted Holiday Gifts hosted by Gallery Boom.
    • Makers Market located on Washington Street