So many things to take part of, we’ll keep you up to date the best we can on all that’s “Happ’ning” here in the Valley!!
Yakima Valley Trolleys
Join Santa Claus himself for sleigh-loads of family-friendly fun this December. From 10AM – 3PM on December 13, 14, 20, and 21, trolleys will be making runs on our Pine Street Line (approximately 25-minute round trip).
– Kids can talk with Santa Claus, either on board the trolley or in the Powerhouse
– Carols and Christmas music will resound
– Inside the Powerhouse, enjoy a cozy hot cocoa station, coffee, and delicious cookies
– Color festive pictures and write a letter to Santa
We hope you’ll join us for this jolly Yakima Valley holiday tradition!
New for the 2025 season: We’re proud to introduce the Candlelight Trolley, an evening ride offering European-style holiday ambiance, candlelight, and spiced wine available for purchase—perfect for date nights and friend groups!
See the separate Facebook event for details, and buy your tickets online at simpletix.com/yakima santa trolley 2025.
Toy Train Christmas
Toy Train Christmas 2025 season continues in Toppenish this weekend, 13th & 14th, and again December 20th & 21st, 10am – 4pm. Hop on one of the train rides from the Northern Pacific Railway Museum depot to the “North Pole” to see Santa! Hot chocolate and cookies are on the house courtesy of Santa. Enjoy crafts along with plenty of model trains on display, including Lego trains with hands-on fun for kids. $10 for adults and $7 for kids 12 and under. All proceeds go to the restoration and maintenance of the displays and the museum. Most major credit cards are accepted.
Christmas Truck Night at Chalet Place
Join us for the annual Lighted Truck Parade at Chalet Place, 56th & Summitview Friday, Dec. 12th! The trucks will be arriving about 6:00pm! The best view is from the Chalet Place courtyard. The Trucks will often be parked in the parking lot for about an hour, which is a great opportunity to see the lights up close!
Union Gap Lighted Parade
The annual Union Gap Holiday Lighted Parade is rolling into town on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 6 PM! Grab your family and join us for a dazzling procession of decorated floats and holiday cheer as we light up the night! Also join the Parade Finale & Festival! The fun doesn’t end when the last float passes! The parade will conclude in the Valley Mall parking lot with a festive celebration you won’t want to miss! Family Entertainment & Activities, Lighted Parade Entry Judging, Awards Presentation for the best floats, and much more holiday fun!
Luminaria 2025
“Take a magical candle-lit walk through the Yakima Area Arboretum’s wintry landscape.”
December 12 & 13, *NEW HOURS* 5pm to 9pm
FREE | Donations Gladly Accepted
FREE SHUTTLES FROM KIWANIS PARK
Our mile-long loop trail will be lit by the light of over 1000 candles and multiple light displays for you and your family to enjoy. Inside the building there will be live entertainment, shopping, and a childrens’ craft. On the courtyard you’ll find cozy propane fire tables, and Blissful Bites selling their freshly made doughnuts and warm drinks. Park at Kiwanis park and take the shuttle over: U-Haul and Arboretum parking lot will be closed. Be sure to dress for the weather and please leave your pets at home!
“Letters To Santa” Free Drive-Thru Event
Come mail your letters to Santa, this Sunday at Yakima Public Works from 5:30pm-7pm! Lighted vehicles, music, and so much more! Located at 2301 Fruitvale Boulevard in Yakima!
Zillah Tree Lighting Celebration
Christmas is returning to Historic Downtown Zillah this year. The annual celebration is headed back to 1st Ave and Kreiger Park on Saturday, December 13th. The plan is to create a safe, family-friendly afternoon filled with holiday magic in the heart of the community. The event will include a tree lighting, free photos with Santa, and plenty of festive activities. Save the date and stay tuned for more as the community gets ready to celebrate the season — and the future of downtown Zillah — together.
Drive-Thru Holiday Light Fest at State Fair Park
Holiday Light Fest returns this year with more than 35 miles of lights illuminating buildings and trees, along with favorite holiday-themed scenes. Highlights include Candyland with its festive gingerbread house, the North Pole complete with a mailbox for letters to Santa, and, of course, a visit from Santa himself. The festival will also showcase brand-new vignettes for the season, adding fresh magic to the holiday tradition. Purchase tickets at the gates. December 11th – 21st.
East Valley Community Christmas Party
Join us for a FUN night of Christmas celebration + ice cream & cookies Wednesday, Dec 17th! Write a letter to Santa and postmark it at our very own Elf Post Office! Christmas picture boards… and SANTA, of course… to take your very own pictures with! To help our East Valley Community, we will be accepting non-perishable FOOD DONATIONS for our East Valley PANTRY
Moxee Lighted Parade
Join in on the festivities with our 8th annual Moxee Lighted Parade! Saturday, December 20th, 2025 at 6pm.