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We've got Friendsgiving, Crochet, Holiday Markets, Drone Races and more...
It’s a full lineup of quirky, cozy, creative events you didn’t know you needed—but absolutely do.
Mike Surprenant
November 20, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 15 minutes
✨ Skip the Seattle traffic and the headache of downtown parking—there’s a whole world of fun happening right here on the Eastside! Whether you're into bites, brews, beats, or browsing, this side of the lake serves it all with less stress and more charm. Go local, stay playful, and make the most of your weekend, without ever hitting I-5. Now let’s dig in…
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Live Music 🎶
Thursday
Michael Florentino Cellars - Curtis James 6pm
Goose Ridge Tasting Room - Ian Skavdahl 5pm
Friday
Prohibition Cellars - Joel Gibson Jr 6pm
Two Vintners Winery - The Guise Band 6pm
Woodin Creek Tasting Room - After 4 Band 5pm
Patterson Cellars - Goldy and Foss 6pm
Bayernmoor Cellars - Jarrett Renshaw 4pm
Obelisco - Brian James 7pm
Chelan Ridge Winery - Alex Britton 5pm
Rolln Log Tavern - Brian NMay Band 9pm
Saturday
Obelisco - Cathy Taylor 7pm
Chelan Ridge Winery - Aidan Rufer 5pm
The Lime - Black Box & Blink 180True 7pm
The Lime - The Royal We Reunion 9pm
Pub 85 - The Brian Nay Band 8pm
Northwest Cellars - Sunset Duo 5pm
Bake’s Place - Petty Fever 6pm & 8:30pm
Weekend Fix 🥳
Thursday Nov 20th 55°/41° 🌤️
🌿✨ Wreaths & Mead: Craft a Winter Wonder! 🍷🌲
Winter is calling—and it wants your front door to look fabulous! 🛠️ Join a cozy crew at Sky River Mead for a magical evening of wreath-making, sipping award-winning mead, and channeling your inner holiday elf. 🍯 You'll be guided through crafting your very own sustainably made wreath using lush greenery and foraged goodies. No green thumb? No problem! Just bring your holiday spirit and maybe a friend to laugh (and sip) with.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Check-in at 5:45 PM)
📍 Location: Sky River Mead – 19151 144th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎨 Don’t miss your chance to craft, sip, and slay the holiday décor game!
🎄✨ Light It Up! Holiday Tree Lighting Extravaganza 🌟🍎
‘Tis the season to sparkle! Head over to Village Green Park for a magical evening of twinkling lights, glowing vibes, and free apple cider (yes, FREE)! 🌳 The tree gets lit at 5:30 PM, but you’ll want to arrive early to snag your cider and a prime spot. Bring your holiday cheer and maybe a fuzzy hat—it’s gonna get merry.
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Village Green Park – 2550 Northeast Park Drive, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎅 Bundle up, sip up, and light it up with us!
🌿🌀 Go Green or Go Home: Sustainable Wreath Workshop! ♻️🌲
Get crafty and eco-fabulous with Elsie as she shows you how to turn natural materials into stunning holiday wreaths. 🌾 Who knew sustainability could look this festive? No fancy skills needed—just a little creativity and a whole lot of holiday spirit. This isn't just a wreath… it’s a statement piece with a conscience!
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – 10115 172nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🌍 Craft wreaths that are kind to the planet and easy on the eyes!
🧶🐝 Crochet Woobles Night: Stitch & Sip! 🧵🍷
Calling all yarn lovers and adorable-creature crafters! For just $30, you'll get your own crochet kit and step-by-step instructions to create your favorite squishy sidekick—options include sloths, bees, unicorns, and more! 🦄🦥 Whether you’re a total beginner or a hook-wielding wizard, this cozy crafting night at Chelan Ridge Winery is all about sipping wine and stitching smiles.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Chelan Ridge Winery – 19151 144th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🧶 Don’t miss your chance to say, “I made this cuteness myself!”
Friday Nov 21st 54°/45° ☁️
🎤🍷 Fork & Spoke Comedy Show: Laughs on Tap! 😂🍽️
Ready to laugh so hard your mead shoots out your nose? (Maybe bring a napkin.) This hilarious stand-up night at Fork & Spoke is loaded with top-tier comedians, good food, and even better vibes. Oh—and did we mention the 2-for-1 ticket deal and welcome drink for the 21+ crowd? Yep, it’s that kind of night. Comedy + cocktails = cure for all mid-week woes.
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Fork & Spoke Restaurant @ Hilton Garden Inn – 16630 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎭 Don’t wait—grab your funniest friend and come LOL IRL.
📚🍎 Book Swap & Sip + Pop-Up Bookstore Bonanza! 🍷📖
Bookworms unite! 📚 Join Lost The Plot’s mobile bookstore for a cozy night of book swapping, cider sipping, and socializing with fellow lit lovers. You’ll shop for new reads, trade in your gently loved ones, and maybe even meet your next book bestie. Plus, there's puzzles, games, and coloring if you’re in the mood for low-key fun.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Locust Cider – 19151 144th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
📚 Come for the cider, stay for the stories, leave with new favorites!
⛸️❄️ Bellevue Ice Rink: Glide Into the Season! ⛄🎶
Strap on those skates and channel your inner winter Olympian—Bellevue's massive outdoor rink is open for 60 days of frosty fun! With themed nights like Superhero Night and Pride Night, you’ll want to come back again and again. Free parking, rental skates, and all the cozy winter vibes included. No triple axel required.
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Bellevue Downtown Park – 10201 NE 4th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
⛸️ Whether you're a pro or a proud wall-hugger, it's time to hit the ice!
🎨💎 String Basics Class: Bead Like a Boss! 🎉✨
Ever dream of making your own jewelry and showing off like, “Oh this? I made it.”? This beginner-friendly class teaches you how to string beads like a pro while dabbling in color theory and pattern play. Bring your own beads or raid their craft bins—either way, you’re leaving with some bling you made yourself!
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Blueberry Beads – 12810 NE 178th St, Suite 100, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🧵 Grab your bead besties and start your sparkly side hustle!
🍣🎌 Sushi & Sip: Rollin’ with My Chopsticks! 🍷🔪
It’s time to roll—literally! 🍣 Join Executive Chef Jeremy Hall for a hands-on sushi-making night at Gard Vintners. You’ll learn the fine art of rolling sushi like a pro, all while sipping expertly paired wines and indulging in tasty small bites. Perfect for couples, besties, or solo foodies looking to roll into a new hobby.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Gard Estate Wines – 19151 144th Ave NE, Unit D, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🍶 Come hungry, leave happy—and maybe a little soy-sauced!
🎨🎄 Kids Night Out: Paint, Play, Party! 🖌️🍪
Parents, rejoice—drop the kiddos off for a night of painting, snacking, and epic fun! 🎨 They’ll decorate three ceramic ornaments, snack like champions, and play their hearts out with holiday games. Meanwhile, you get a few glorious hours of freedom. Win-win!
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Paint Away, Redmond Town Center – 7345 164th Ave NE, Ste I-130, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎁 Give your kids the night out they deserve—and yourself the break you’ve earned.
Saturday Nov 22nd 54°/46° 🌦️
🧶❄️ Knitted Colorwork Hat Workshop: Stitch in Style 🧵🐑
Intermediate knitters, this one's for you! Learn colorwork knitting and create a dreamy hat inspired by the misty Snoqualmie Valley. 🧶 Bonus? You’ll meet Alex the Shepherd (yes, really) and knit with beautiful farm-fresh fiber. Yarn, refreshments, and scenic vibes included.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Carnation Farms – 28901 NE Carnation Farm Road, Carnation, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🧵 Stitch, sip, and sheep it real with this cozy creative class!
🍽️👯♂️ Anti-Dating App Club: Dinner with Strangers! 🍷💬
Sick of swiping? So are we. Join a table of awesome strangers for a spontaneous dinner that skips the awkward dating apps and jumps straight to meaningful convo (with a side of fries). 🥂 You sign up—they book the spot—and you just show up to eat, laugh, and maybe find a new friend or five.
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Bellevue, WA (exact restaurant shared after registration)
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
👋 No pressure. No profiles. Just real people, good food, and good vibes.
🧶👐 The Clay Circle: Quiet Hands, Cozy Vibes 🧘♀️🎨
This 5-week clay circle is the chillest thing since cold brew. No loud talk, no pressure, no sculpting masterpieces—just simple, flat, beautiful pieces you’ll craft with your hands and heart. Think keepsakes, ornaments, and peaceful presence. No skills required, just a desire to unplug and play with mud.
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Redmond Town Center – 7525 166th Ave NE, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🫶 It’s not about being perfect—it’s about being present. Come clay with us.
👨👩👧👦🎉 Family Day Out: All the Fun, Zero Stress! 🍂🛍️
Grab the kids, round up the relatives, and head to Redmond for a full day of games, crafts, music, snacks, and family-friendly vendors galore. From mental wellness resources to surprise giveaways, this cozy seasonal celebration has something for every age and energy level.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Hilton Garden Inn – 16630 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🍁 A guaranteed good time for the whole crew—no babysitter required!
🎁🎨 Holiday Makers Market: Shop Small, Shine Big 🛍️🎄
Deck the halls with gifts that don’t scream “last-minute Amazon panic”! This festive Crossroads Bellevue market is bursting with local makers offering one-of-a-kind finds. Come support small businesses, knock out your gift list, and enjoy a cheery community vibe that no mall can match.
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Crossroads Bellevue – 15600 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎅 It’s like Etsy came to life—with way better snacks and zero shipping fees.
🛍️🎶 Bellevue Farmers Market – Holiday Edition! 🎄🍎
Your favorite farmers market just got a holiday glow-up! Come stroll through rows of seasonal produce, artisan goodies, handmade gifts, and festive treats—perfect for filling your holiday table and your stocking stash. With live music, kid-friendly fun, and free parking (the unicorn of holiday shopping), it’s the jolliest way to support local.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: 1717 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎁 Grab your reusable bags and holiday spirit—let’s make your Saturday sparkle!
🍽️🎶 Friendsgiving Fundraiser Dinner: Eat, Drink & Give Back 🍷💛
It’s gratitude season, and what better way to celebrate than with wine, music, and a big ol’ heart? Join Prohibition Cellars for a Friendsgiving bash featuring a gourmet meal by Swine Dining, live music from Brian James Was Here, and a silent auction—all benefiting Northwest Harvest. Every ticket helps feed families in need. Good vibes, great cause, and your first glass of wine? Yes please.
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Prohibition Cellars – 19501 NE 144th Ave Suite F-900, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🦃 Let’s raise a glass, fill a plate, and spread a little holiday magic together!
Sunday Nov 23rd 50°/44° ☁️
🦃🌸 Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop: Florals + Wine = Yes Please 🍷🧑🎨
Thanksgiving dinner isn’t complete without a gorgeous centerpiece—and now you can make one yourself! 🍁 Join Gard Vintners and Petit Jardin for an afternoon of hands-on floral magic, where you’ll create a showstopping arrangement with local blooms and autumn colors. Sip wine, snack light bites, and wow your guests.
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Gard Vintners – 19151 144th Ave NE #D, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🍷 Craft your centerpiece AND your Thanksgiving bragging rights!
🛍️🎄 The Village Market: Holiday Pop-Up Paradise ✨🎁
It’s giving Hallmark movie—but with way better shopping. Blakely Hall transforms into a cozy wonderland filled with local vendors, handmade goods, and all the holiday cheer you can carry. Whether you're gift-hunting or self-gifting (no shame), this market is your one-stop shop for festive fabulousness.
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Blakely Hall – 2550 Northeast Park Drive, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎄Come for the presents, stay for the joyful vibes and local treasures!
🎨🐾 Paint Your Pet Class: Portraits of the Paw-some 🐶🖌️
It’s time to immortalize your fur baby on canvas—and no, you don’t need to be a pro artist! Bring a photo of your pet (feathers, fur, or fins welcome) and you’ll get expert guidance in turning it into a pawsitively adorable masterpiece. Supplies provided, sass encouraged.
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Picket Fence Art Studio – 14700 148th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎨 Come paint, sip, and honor your furry soulmate in true artistic fashion.
🚁⚡ Drone Racing: Tiny Drones, Big Thrills! 🏁🎮
Start your engines—well, your props. This isn’t your average Sunday hobby. Come watch (or join!) as high-speed micro drones zip through Watt’s Brewing in an afternoon of adrenaline, skill, and airborne showdowns. Pilots compete, spectators cheer, and craft beer flows. It’s fast, fun, and totally family-friendly.
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM Setup | 1:00 PM Practice | 2:00–5:00 PM Racing
📍 Location: Watt's Brewing – 15510 Redmond Woodinville Rd NE e110, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🚀 Whether you’re a pilot or a fan, you’re in for a high-flying good time!
🎤🏆 Seattle International Comedy Competition: Semi-Finals Showdown! 😂🌟
The mic is hot, the pressure’s high, and the laughs are nonstop—it’s the final night of semi-finals for North America’s biggest comedy competition! Who will survive the punchline gauntlet and move on to the finals? Be there to witness the mayhem, the magic, and maybe your new favorite comic.
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Kirkland Performance Center – 350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
🎭 Come laugh until your face hurts—and maybe witness the next big star!
Trivia 🤔
What trail connects Redmond and Woodinville along the Sammamish River?
Last Weeks Question and Answer:
Redmond’s original economy was based on which natural resource industry? Logging
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