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Winterfest Everyday
November 27 – December 31
Winterfest Train and Village
Extended dates for Ice Rink and Classic Carousel: 
November 27 – January 3

The spirit of the season comes to life when Seattle Center Winterfest 2009 transforms the campus into a winter wonderland of music, dance, laughter and whimsy. Visit Nov. 27 – Dec. 31 and you’ll discover a spirited world of FREE and affordable activities and events.

Whirl around Winterfest Ice Rink or take your turn conducting the Winter Train around the festive, miniature turn-of-the-century village. So much to take in – every Winterfest day!

So escape from the seasonal frenzy and enter the Winterfest world of bonfires and ice sculptures, entertainment and luminous outdoor lights.
Winter Train and Village
Winterfest Ice Rink
Wintefest Classic Carousel

Winter Train and Village
Nov. 27 – Dec. 31, 10am – 7pm
Center House, FREE

The Winter Train and Village, erected each year in Center House, takes you back in time to a miniature turn-of-the-century town, complete with buildings, lights, snow and a towering train depot. Step up to the conductor’s seat and drive the train through town or just take in the wintery scenery.  Drive the train daily between 10:30am - 12:30pm, 1:30pm - 3:30pm or 4:30pm - 6:30pm.  $2 suggested donation.  Cash only. 

Winterfest Ice Rink
Nov. 27 – Jan. 3, 2010
Sunday – Thursday, 11am – 8pm
Friday – Saturday, 11am – 10pm
Fisher Pavilion, Prices Vary

Winterfest Ice Rink transforms the light-filled, 12,600 sq-ft. Fisher Pavilion into a skateable winter wonderland. Offering inside skating at its best, the Ice Rink accommodates all levels of expertise, from novice to Olympiad.  $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 6 – 12. Skate rental: $2. Cash only.

Winterfest Classic Carousel
Nov. 27 – Jan. 3, 2010
Sunday – Thursday, 11am – 8pm
Friday – Saturday, 11am – 10pm
Outside Fisher Pavilion, $1 per ride

Take your seat on one of the brightly painted horses and watch while the world spins by.  The Classic Carousel is part of the Winterfest tradition, a perennial favorite that provides old-fashioned fun for the whole family. 


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The spirit of the season comes alive at Seattle Center Winterfest 2009 with five spectacular weeks of world-class entertainment, cutting-edge performers and enticing activities for one and all. Seattle Center Winterfest is presented with generous support from Seattle Center Foundation, Seattle's Child, Seattle Weekly and the City of Seattle.


Seattle Center thanks our Winterfest 2009 Sponsors:
  
Seattle's ChildSeattle WeeklySeattle CenterFoundation
 
 
Winterfest 2009 events and hours are subject to change.
 
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About Seattle Center

Seattle Center draws you in. Its vibrant pulse brings together people of all ages and walks of life to create thousands of extraordinary experiences that enrich millions of lives each year.  Entertainment options abound - starting with 63 free and affordable public programs and over 5,000 shows and events annually. The 74-acre campus, with its 17 acres of open space, is welcoming to all - and is home to more than 30 cultural, educational, sports and entertainment organizations.  This premier urban park exists to delight and inspire the human spirit in each person and bring our rich and varied community together. The 12 million visits to Seattle Center each year generate $1.15 billion in business activity and $387 million in labor income for King County.
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