We track 1 display in Federal Way. Every one of them is free to visit.
Displays here switch on around sunset. In Federal Way that means about 4:21 PM in early December and 4:19 PM by mid-month — the earliest sunsets of the year fall right in the middle of lights season. It is properly dark by about 4:55 PM, which is when the displays look their best. December nights in Federal Way typically drop to around 32°F.
| Date | Sunset | Fully dark |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 1 | 4:21 PM | 4:56 PM |
| Dec 15 | 4:19 PM | 4:55 PM |
| Dec 25 | 4:24 PM | 5:00 PM |
Freeattractionsoft holiday lights around bonsai treesfree hot chocolateholiday music and treats
The Pacific Bonsai Museum marks the season with a one-evening event that bathes its bonsai collection in soft holiday lighting. Free hot chocolate, holiday music and treats round out the visit.
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