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Shakespeare in the Park 2017

Join us at Lynndale Park Ampitheater for Shakespeare in the Park!  These free shows are fun for the whole family.  Pack a picnic and bring your blankets and cushions for the ampitheater seating.  The shows begin at 7PM rain or shine.

2017 Schedule

July 12 Pericles Wooden O
July 13 Pericles Wooden O
July 19 Much Ado About Nothing Wooden O
 July 20 Much Ado About Nothing Wooden O
July 27 Comedy of Errors Greenstage
 Aug 3  Richard II  Greenstage

 

Location

Lynndale Park Amphitheater
18827 72nd Ave W, Lynnwood
7PM Shows, Rain or Shine!
FREE – Enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family at Lynndale Park this summer.

Seating

Please bring blankets and cushions for seating. Seating area for camping chairs is VERY limited (about 25 max). The Lynndale Park Amphitheater has main seating consisting of wood benches on concrete platforms. The Amphitheater was renovated to include environmental improvements, ADA accessibility, a paved path to the seating area and the addition of bleacher seating.

Parking

Lynndale Park shares parking with Lynndale Elementary for special events.

Performed By

Seattle Shakespeare Company’s Wooden O
GreenStage

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Make Santa Jealous & Do All Of Your Holiday Shopping in Lynnwood

Find something for everyone on your list and have fun doing it!  Lynnwood is home to the region’s largest indoor/outdoor shopping center, with over 175 shops and six full-service restaurants.  Take some of the stress out of your holiday shopping and book a Lynnwood hotel.  Spend the night, or the weekend, in a Lynnwood hotel and take advantage of these shopping specials and packages.  From Alderwood mall gift cards and VIP discount passes to complimentary breakfasts and shopping shuttles, you can spend your energy finding that perfect gift for everyone on your list.

Lynnwood Hotel Shopping Packages

The Experiences Shopping Package at the Courtyard by Marriott includes a gift card to Alderwood mall, round trip transportation to Alderwood mall and breakfast.

The Macy’s Package at the Embassy Suites includes a Macy’s shopping tote, VIP discount pass, Macy’s gift card and free shuttle transportation to Alderwood mall.

The Shop and Drop Package at Hampton Inn and Suites includes a gift card to Alderwood mall, 24-hour indoor pool and relaxing spa, evening reception and hot breakfast.  All within walking distance to Alderwood mall.

The Shop Till You Drop package at the Homewood Suites by Hilton includes a $25 gift card to Alderwood mall.  After a long day of shopping head back to the hotel and enjoy the amenities.  Relaxing whirlpool, fitness center, parlor room with Xbox, billiards and family entertainment center.

Get a head start and plan your holiday shopping with our online shopping map.  When you’ve worked an appetite scoring deals and finding the perfect gifts use our online restaurant map to find the perfect meal to satisfy your taste buds.

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Get Your Holiday Shopping Done EARLY In Lynnwood

You can feel it rushing towards you like the Polar Express. The Holidays are coming! ARE YOU READY??  Don’t let the stress monster harsh your holiday buzz. Get your holiday shopping done EARLY with the great gift and craft shows coming to the area as early as the first week of November. The Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood is also at your disposal to help you check off all of those boxes on Santa’s list.

Holiday Craft Fairs

The Northwest Artists’ Holiday Show is November 5 – 6 at the Edmonds Unitarian Universalist Church. Buy directly from more than 50 award winning artists and artisans as well as gourmet foods, jewelry, candles, wearable art and more. You are sure to find that unique gift that will warm the heart of that special someone this holiday season.

The Puget Sound Artists Gift Show, held at the very special creative hub, ArtWorks, in Edmonds, offers holiday shoppers one of a kind, affordable gifts from over 30 local artists and craft makers. This is the perfect opportunity to ensure that the holidays are truly special with a one of a kind gift of art, for yourself or someone on the nice list who deserves a little bit of extra beauty for the holidays.

Another unique opportunity from Artworks in Edmonds is the Artist’s Suitcase Market, held on December 4th this year. Think of it as a flea market of art and artist supplies as local artists clean out their studios to make way for next year’s creativity and hawk their wares in their own uniquely created suitcases. There will be something perfect in one of those cases for that burgeoning Picasso in your life.

The Snohomish Holiday Market is November 19 – 20. Featuring the wares from more than 60 local business, crafters, artisans, purveyors of fine foods and more, make a whole fun day at the Market with lots of food and SANTA! Located at the Thomas Family Farm, the holiday spirit will be spilling over at this annual holiday shopping tradition.

Alderwood Mall

Of course, some of those gifts on your lists are only going to be found at the regions largest shopping mall. The Alderwood Mall is gearing up for the holidays right now. Santa arrives on November 9th. You can make a reservation to see Santa and avoid those long lines of over-excited kiddos. On November 19 & 20, the mall is welcoming the Hassle-Free Holiday Squad who will show how you how to park and shop like a pro. There will be daily prize giveaways, special swag and more. Learn how to make the most of your holiday shopping without going crazy.

The mall is open daily from 10am to 9pm with nearly 200 shops, department stores, specialty boutiques, electronic stores and more. Be sure to check for special holiday hours coming soon. Use our handy shopping tool to plot out your plan of attack. There tons of dining choices, coffee shops and a Whole Foods Market nearby, so you won’t be overcome by a case of the hangries while on your shopping mission.

If you need to take a break from the shopping madness, stop by the AMC Loews Cineplex and catch the latest holiday, kid friendly, or grown up films so that you will have great conversation starters for all your holiday parties and mixers.  Pick up AMC gift certificates for the movie goers on your shopping list.

 

 

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It’s October Fun In And Around Lynnwood!

October is truly an amazing time to visit Lynnwood. Especially if you like PUMPKINS! Snohomish Valley is considered THE Pumpkin Capital of the Northwest.  There are many pumpkin farms throughout Snohomish Valley are full of the orange orbs throughout October, so you are virtually guaranteed to find that perfect, amazing, one of a kind jack-o-lantern-to-be. There are also several corn mazes to navigate your way through by day or, if you dare, explore them by night as the farms get awfully spooky as zombies, ghosts and ghouls take over the evening entertainment.

If you are looking for a bit of old-timiness this fall, pay a visit to Bob’s Corn & Pumpkin Farm in Snohomish. From August – October, Bob’s has lots of great fall family fun, including the ubiquitous corn maze and pumpkin patch. As the name implies, Bob’s also has amazing sweet corn, picked fresh from the field and roasted in his giant corn roaster. In addition, there are lots of other fresh as can be produce and honey sourced right at the farm. The County Store has a great selection of homemade goods and yumminess to take home.

The Fall Festival at Craven Farm offers fun and festivities for the whole family!  Spend the day celebrating fall with fun activities like mini golf, a petting zoo, human foosball and more.  The 20-acre u-pick patch offers a large variety of pumpkins, squash and gourds in every shape and color.  Get lost in the Alice in Wonderland themed corn maze or take the kiddos through Kid’s Adventure Maze.

Stocker Farms keeps the fall fun rolling with over 30 activities to celebrate the season.  Fall Days at Stocker Farms is filled with fall-themed adventure like Spookley’s House, Hayrides, Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe, Hayloft Hoist and more!   Visiting on the weekend?  Be sure to come hungry and enjoy some roasted corn, burgers, and kettle corn.

If beer is your beverage of desire, the Annual Snohomish Brewfest is scheduled for November 2020.  Enjoy wonderful samplings of local breweries and live music and give your tummy a treat with the famous Snohomish Brewfest Sausage Dinner.

Of course, just being outside is the best celebration of fall. Lynnwood has a number of parks with play areas, athletic fields, miles and miles of trails to explore the great Washington outdoors by foot or by bike. Enjoy the colors of fall as you enjoy the mild temperatures in the crisp, clean air.

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Why Fall Is The Perfect Time To Visit Lynnwood

Fall In Lynnwood

Did you know that early fall is the absolute perfect time to visit Lynnwood and the Puget Sound region? The weather is mild, with average temperatures ranging from lows in the 40’s to highs in the 70’s. There isn’t a ton of precipitation in early fall, so packing an umbrella and a sweatshirt is a good idea, but you probably won’t need em! The big crowds have gone back to work and school and BEST OF ALL, there is a literal cornucopia of Autumn festivals, celebrating nearly anything you can think of!

 

 

The Seattle Area boasts the following festivals in September:

With mild and relatively dry conditions, there is no better time to take advantage of the wonderful hiking, biking, boating opportunities and other great outdoor activities in the region. September also marks the end of whale watching season, so take advantage of saying goodbye to our gentle giant friends until next Spring.

Staying in Lynnwood will save you 40% or more over hotel prices in Seattle. Enjoy all of the Pacific Northwest’s September Best and save by staying and playing in Lynnwood.

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Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day date idea?

No matter how you and your sweetheart like to celebrate Valentine’s Day, start here in Lynnwood!  Whether it be a romantic dinner for two and a hotel room, a movie night with friends, or even a comedy show – we’ve got you covered.

Enjoy dinner and a burlesque show at the Sound Check Bar & Grill!  The Red Hot Lovers Burlesque Show promises a fun and sexy show with a great line up of performers.

Is your valentine more interested in casting a line and the great outdoors?  Head to The Fly Fishing Show at the Lynnwood Convention Center, February 13-14th!  Enjoy demonstrations from fly fishing experts, learn about the latest gear and gadgets and much more.

Looking for something to tickle your funny bone?  Check out The Second City Improv Comedy Show at the Edmonds Center for the Arts.  Many famous Hollywood comedians got their start in this well-known group!

Not ready for the evening to end?  Spend a romantic evening at one of the many Lynnwood hotels!  With a variety of rooms and amenities for every price point, you’ll find just the place for you and your Valentine.  Book a hotel directly through our website or choose a special like the romance package at the Hampton Inn & Suites, the spark of romance package at the Courtyard or the shop till you drop package at the Homewood Suites.  Our hotel page provides a complete listing of all Lynnwood hotels.

Lynnwood offers a myriad of dining and entertainment options!  From bowling and roller skating, to indoor golf and movie theaters, there is something for everyone.  Check out our activities page or events calendar for more fun ideas!

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Lynnwood Tourism!

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Holiday Celebrations around Lynnwood

‘Tis the season to have some fun! Experience the holidays all around the Seattle area and save by booking a hotel in Lynnwood!  Amazing light displays, snow, live entertainment, and of course, Santa!  Check out all the fun ways to celebrate around Lynnwood this holiday season.

Start off your holiday celebrations at the Lynnwood Christmas Tree Lighting!  Enjoy warm drinks and sweet treats while listening to live music performed by local school groups.  Train rides, sing-a-longs and of course a visit from Santa.

A must see for any holiday decorating enthusiast is Wight’s Wonderland of Christmas!  Enjoy dozens of themed trees decorated with thousands of ornaments.  Get inspired by the amazing holiday displays and find unique gifts for everyone on your list.

Take pictures with Santa, snack on holiday treats and explore the history of Lynnwood at the Holiday Open House at Heritage Park!  The Wicker’s Building, Humble House and Interurban Trolley will be open and decorated.

Head north to experience The Lights of Christmas, the largest light display in the Pacific Northwest, with over one million lights spread over 15 acres.  Explore the display by foot or hop aboard the Polar Express Train, then warm up with some hot chocolate and fresh hot donuts.  Visit Santa, stop by the petting farm, or listen to a story, there is so much holiday fun to be found!

 

Walk in the falling snow!  Every night from November 27th – December 24th, snow will fall over Snowflake Lane in Bellevue.   The live nightly show is complete with toy soldiers drummers, music, snow characters and more.  This magical evening performance is fun for the whole family!

With a Holiday Carousel, Gingerbread Village, indoor snowfall at Pacific Place and the Macy’s Holiday Parade, you’ll find holiday cheer around every corner in downtown Seattle.  For a complete list of activities, visit our Events Calendar.

We hope to see you in Lynnwood this holiday season!

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Summer Fun for the Whole Family!

Lynnwood is a great place to visit during the summer!  Not only will you find affordable accommodations and easy access to all the amazing things the Puget Sound has to offer, but you’ll find a variety of family-friendly things to do – many of which are FREE!  Check out this great list of fun things do in and around Lynnwood, WA.

The Lynnwood Spray Parks are a great way to stay cool this summer!  Open now through Labor Day from 11AM to 7PM.  Pack a picnic and head to North Lynnwood Park or Daleway Park where the kids can splash and play in one of our spray parks.

Come join us at the newly renovated Lynndale Park Amphitheater this summer for the 27th season of Shakespeare in the Park. You and your family will enjoy a night of comical theater amidst an enchanting wooded stage. Be sure to get there early to grab a seat or bring your own! Shakespeare in the Park runs from July 10 to August 15, 2015 and is a great way to spend a night laughing and enjoying your local outdoor theater company!

Head a few miles north or west and catch a blockbuster hit on a huge inflatable screen at the Edmonds Outdoor Movie Nights or Cinema Under the Stars at Silver Lake.  Bring your blanket and some popcorn and enjoy one of the family-friendly movies playing this summer.

What’s better than live music?  Live music outside on a warm summer evening!  Starting July 2nd, you can enjoy live Music at the Marina, Thursday and Saturday evenings from 6:30-8:00PM.  Starting June 10th, catch a live jazz performance by award-winning musicians from the Edmonds School District at Sea Jazz, Wednesday evenings from 5:00-7:00PM or Sunday afternoons from 1:00-3:00PM.

Find more fun things to do on our events calendar!  See you in Lynnwood this summer!

 

 

 

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4th of July Celebrations!

Fireworks, parades, live music, BBQs and more!  No matter how you like to celebrate the 4th, you’ll find it near Lynnwood.

Head to Edmonds, just 5 miles west of Lynnwood for An Edmonds Kind of 4th, a spectacular day of fun for the whole family.  Festivities include a fun run, children’s parade, main parade, waterball competition, food and entertainment and of course an evening fireworks show.

Or start the day at the Bothell Freedom Festival with a free pancake breakfast at the firehouse then head down the street for the children’s parade and main parade.

Aviation and history more to your liking?  Head to Mukilteo for the Historic Flight Foundation’s 4th of July BBQ and Flying Show.

For more 4th of July events happening near Lynnwood, visit our Events Calendar.  Happy 4th of July from!!

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Lynnwood Library Gallery Featuring Lisa Taylor & Michael Cramer

On Display through July 9

The Lynnwood Arts Commission presents photographer Lisa Taylor and Miniature Figure Painter Michael Cramer.

A diversified collection of black and white as well as color photography by Shoreline photographer, Lisa Taylor, is featured through July 9th at the Lynnwood Library Art Gallery. Ms. Taylor celebrates life in everything that she sees, photographing amazing people creating their passions in her “Artist Hands Creating,” a collection of black and white photography as well as capturing with her camera the details of forgotten place, the  daily living of ordinary people, and some very familiar local landmarks. She hopes viewers will stop, take a breath and remember to look for all the things in their lives to celebrate.

The Lynnwood Arts Commission also features miniature painter, Michael Cramer, in the glass display case in the lobby of the Lynnwood Library through July 9th. Cramer’s work shows historical and military miniature busts and figures have won several notable awards including the Seattle IPMS Show Best Figure Award for three years running. In 2014, at the World Expo Figure Show in Stressa, Italy, Michael achieved a Bronze Medal in the Master Painter Category in a field of over 12,000 entries. Although he sometimes creates the piece from scratch, Michael enjoys the painting in intricate detail the most. Cramer has taken weeks and sometimes months to complete a single figure.

Contributed Photos: Steady Hands, Lisa Taylor & Untitled, Michael Cramer

The Lynnwood Arts Commission encourages artists of any age to apply to exhibit their work.  Applications to Exhibit for 2016 are available at www.lynnwoodarts.org.

Free to the public, the Lynnwood Library Gallery showcases local and regional artists on both the amateur and professional level. The Library is open Monday – Thursday from 9am – 9pm, Friday – Sunday from 10am – 6pm and is closed on national holidays. The Gallery is exhibited in the multi-purpose room; call ahead for viewing availability.

Lynnwood Library
19200 44th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 778-2148

For more information about Lynnwood Library Gallery exhibits, contact Arts Commissioner Kay Wood at lynnwoodarts@gmail.com.

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