Illustration of Santa in a knitted red suit in a wooden armchair as two small children show him paper lists by a fireplace (Snoqualmie Winter Lights)
Christmas Lights

Snoqualmie Winter Lights

Visitors can stroll along a pedestrian- and stroller-friendly trail of holiday lights starting from the Salish Lodge and Spa into historic Downtown Snoqualmie. Along the route, guests can stop at the Railroad Park Gazebo to take holiday tree photos, drop off wish lists at the Santa Letter Box, visit the Snoqualmie Train Depot, and view snowcapped Mount Si from the boardwalk. Visitors can also shop, dine, and drive up Snoqualmie Parkway to view the lit trees along Brilliant Boulevard.

All ages

Plan Your Visit

Neighborhood

Downtown Snoqualmie

Food & Drink

The page mentions sipping and snacking during the outing, with drinks or dinner as options for staying awhile.

Parking

Parking is free and ample. A Parking Map is linked.

Accessibility

Features a pedestrian- and stroller-friendly walking route along the Centennial Trail.

Location

Railroad Park Gazebo · 7971 Railroad Ave, Snoqualmie, WA 98065 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and visitors who enjoy an outdoor holiday stroll

Vibe

Festive and quaint

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Start at Salish Lodge and Spa and follow the Centennial Trail of holiday trains into Downtown to walk the full route.
  • Have the kids write their wish lists before you go so they can drop them in the Santa Letter Box at the Railroad Park Gazebo.
  • After the downtown walk, drive up Snoqualmie Parkway to see the lit trees along Brilliant Blvd in Snoqualmie Ridge.
  • Save Saturday, December 5 for the tree lighting, or visit on any other night, since the lights are on nightly from Thanksgiving to New Year's.
  • Walk out along the boardwalk near the Train Depot, where you can catch a glimpse of snowcapped Mount Si.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A tree lighting event is scheduled for December 5, 2026.
  • Nightly lights are planned from Thanksgiving to New Year’s.

Links & Contact

Run by City of Snoqualmie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the walk suitable for strollers?

Yes. The route from Salish Lodge and Spa follows a pedestrian- and stroller-friendly walk along the Centennial Trail into historic Downtown.

Where should I park?

Parking is free and plentiful, and the city publishes a parking map for the light display.

What is there for kids?

Kids can drop their wish lists in the Santa Letter Box at the Railroad Park Gazebo, where families also take holiday tree photos.

What else is there to see along the route?

Stop at the Snoqualmie Train Depot, walk the boardwalk and look out for snowcapped Mount Si. You can also shop, sip and snack downtown.

Is there more to see beyond Downtown?

Yes. Drive up Snoqualmie Parkway to Brilliant Blvd, a street of lit trees in the Snoqualmie Ridge neighborhood, and stay for drinks or dinner.

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