Julefest at the National Nordic Museum

Julefest fills the National Nordic Museum grounds in Ballard November 20 through 22, 2026. Friday is adults only, 5 to 9 p.m. ($20 advance / $25 door; members pay less). Saturday and Sunday open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for families ($12 advance adults / $5 youth; under 12 free; members free).

The outdoor market runs 45-plus vendors under string lights. Saturday and Sunday bring æbleskiver, Santa photos, and homemade cookies that often sell out by mid-afternoon; glögg stays in the beer garden. The museum parking lot is closed for the weekend, so plan on transit or a longer walk from Ballard street parking.

Kids belong on the weekend days. Friday is for the night market without strollers.