Some people think Leavenworth, Washington, is the next best thing to Bavaria. Whatever your opinion of the failing-railroad-town-turned-German-village may be, we can all agree on one thing: At Christmastime, this charming town is downright enchanting. In fact, this is the best Main Street at Christmas in Washington, and it might just remind you of something straight out of a holiday film. Ready to explore a Leavenworth, Washington Christmas with us? Then let’s go!

Leavenworth's Main Street, Commercial Street, is a ridiculously charming place to explore in any season...
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The city council works hard to turn this charming Washington town into a snow globe every winter.
But there's truly something magical about visiting this time of year.
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The annual Village of Lights is so unique, it often receives national -- and even international -- attention.
Over 500,000 lights are used to create this enchanting experience.
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When snow covers the ground, it's easy to see why Leavenworth is the most dazzling winter town in Washington State.

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There's so much to discover in this wonderful magical place.
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You will love exploring the Christkindlemarkt in late November. This Bavarian-style Christmas Market can't be missed. There's also an exciting Bavarian Ice Festival in mid-January and the Timbrrr! Music Festival in late January.
The Christmas Lighting Festival is certainly the season's most popular event.
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The Village of Lights typically stays up until mid-February, so you can go late in the season if you'd rather avoid the crowds. In fact, the locals recommend coming during the week if you can, so you can walk through the village without sharing the space with thousands of other Leavenworth visitors.
Along with the fantastic shopping and seasonal events, kids (and the young at heart) enjoy sledding and tubing on the Leavenworth Ski Hill right in the heart of town.
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Leavenworth isn't always easy to reach in the winter. But if you can make it, you'll never forget it. If Mother Nature doesn't deliver snow in time, the city may even bring out the snow machine to make sure everyone can enjoy the hill. There's really nothing else quite like this in the country.
You simply must add this to your holiday bucket list!
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Come see why many travel publications have called Leavenworth the top winter city in America!

Leavenworth is absolutely incredible this time of year… but then again, there’s never a bad time to visit this wonderful destination! For more information, check out the Leavenworth, Washington website, as well as the Visit Leavenworth, WA Facebook page.

Have you ever been to the Leavenworth WA downtown area? If so, what did you think? Would you agree that a Leavenworth, Washington Christmas is truly magical? What are your favorite places to visit at Christmas in Washington? 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.

If you’re still in the mood for more Washington State adventures, take a look at this video about beautiful Dog Mountain:

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Where can we find small towns in Washington State?

  • Langley is an island town with lots of great mom and pop restaurants and charming boutique shops.
  • Palouse is known for its wonderful antique and thrifty stores.
  • Winlock is a big eye producing town and home of the iconic "Worlds Largest Egg."

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

Where can we find lakes in Washington State?

  • Lunch Lake located in Olympic National Park is a popular stop for hiking, fishing, overnight camping, and other recreational opportunities.
  • Baker Lake located in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest features camping, hiking, boating, fishing, and more.
  • Lake Crescent located in Olympic National Park is a crystal-clear, glacier-carved lake surrounded by beautiful, forested area and there is a popular lodge by the same name here.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other beautiful lakes in Washington State.

Where can we find annual events in Washington State?

  • 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.
  • The Poulsbo Viking Fest in Poulsbo celebrates the town’s Nordic history.

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

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