The holiday season is almost in full swing here in Washington, and when that happens, Washington’s twinkliest town, Leavenworth, shines as brightly as ever. Leavenworth, a former railroad town turned German village, is a beautiful spot to visit to make your spirits bright, and we really think it just may be one of the best Christmas towns in Washington. Come along and see why.

Every year, in late November, the Bavarian village of Leavenworth transforms into a winter wonderland.
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Lots of local elves work tirelessly to make this happen, and it pays off in a big way. Leavenworth is one of the top holiday destinations in the entire world.
Every year you'll see large groups of family and friends gathering to take in the lights...
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...buy holiday gifts, sled down the sledding hill, visit Santa Claus, and more.
But perhaps the best thing about this time of year here is...
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...the annual Village of Lights event!

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Every year, the lights during this event look better and better.
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Every hotel in Leavenworth is open and there are all kinds of cabins and vacation homes that are filled with out of town visitors.
You can visit our beautiful Bavarian village and take in the lights.
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A lot of people throughout Leavenworth put in a lot of work to turn this charming Washington town into a veritable snow globe.
And there are a lot of great eateries in town, too.
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Some have both indoor dining rooms and heated patios, as well as cozy outdoor spaces, where you can enjoy a delicious meal.
If you'd rather avoid the crowds, you’ll be glad to know that The Village of Lights typically stays up until mid-February.
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Many annual Leavenworth visitors and locals recommend coming during the week to enjoy the spectacle at a more leisurely pace.

For more information about Leavenworth and its annual The Village of Lights event, visit the Leavenworth, Washington website, as well as the Visit Leavenworth, WA Facebook page.

Have you ever been to this stunningly beautiful Washington Christmas town? If so, what did you think? Would you agree that a Leavenworth, Washington Christmas is truly magical? What’s your favorite thing about Leavenworth? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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If you love winter hiking, you can find some great trails in and around the area by going to the AllTrails website.

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Where can we find annual events in Washington State?

  • The Poulsbo Viking Fest in Poulsbo celebrates the town’s Nordic history.
  • The Long Beach Razor Clam Festival in Long Beach is a weekend-long festival of clams, tons of other seafood, and even razor clam-digging lessons.
  • The Juan de Fuca Festival in Port Angeles is a small town music festival that features a wide array of international musical artists.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other exciting annual events in Washington State.

Where can we find ghost towns in Washington State?

  • Claquato was originally founded in the 1850s, met its demise before 1900, and today is home to the oldest standing building—a Methodist church—in Washington.
  • Bluestem was named after a certain variety of wheat once grown here and today is peppered with about a dozen abandoned buildings.
  • Alstown was once located along an active railroad line that connected the Columbia River to Mansfield, but the departure of the railroad sealed the town’s fate.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other creepy ghost towns in Washington State.

Where can we find the best seafood restaurants in Washington State?

  • Castaways Seafood Grille in Long Beach is loved for its delicious seafood as well as its creative cocktails.
  • The Waterfront Cafe in La Conner has been voted "One of the Pacific Northwest's Best."
  • Bennett's Fish Shack, with locations in Ocean Shores and Westport, is known for its halibut or cod fish & chips, clam chowder and fresh oysters.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other amazing seafood restaurants in Washington State.

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