November 2026

Magnolia Chamber Events & Member Updates

Kick Off the Holiday Season at Magnolia Winterfest!

Join us Saturday, December 5 for Magnolia Winterfest, our beloved annual community holiday kickoff! This family-friendly tradition brings together neighbors, local businesses, and holiday cheer for a full day of festive fun throughout Magnolia.

Winterfest features many favorite traditions, including free photos with Santa, the community tree lighting, and the always-popular Jingle Bell Car Show and Cruise. Children can enjoy holiday-themed activities hosted throughout Magnolia businesses, while visitors of all ages take in the sounds of live carolers, Ballard High School bands, and live music performances at Serendipity and The Village Pub.

Looking for some holiday shopping? Many local merchants will offer extended shopping hours until 8:00 p.m., making it easy to find unique gifts while supporting Magnolia's small businesses. Along the way, enjoy the neighborhood's many great options for food, drinks, and seasonal treats.

Winterfest also brings together several meaningful community events:

• The Lloyd Nordstrom Guild Holiday Market, raising funds for Seattle Children's Hospital and its Families in Need Fund.
• The annual Toys for Tots Drive hosted at the Magnolia Fire Station.
• The Magnolia Farmers Holiday Market, open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Whether you're taking photos with Santa, enjoying live entertainment, shopping local, or supporting important community causes, Magnolia Winterfest offers countless opportunities to create special holiday memories with family and friends.

A special thank you to our Title Sponsors, The Goddard School and PureClean Outdoor, for helping make this cherished community tradition possible.

Come celebrate the season, support local businesses, give back to important causes, and experience the magic of Magnolia Winterfest. We can't wait to see you there!

Welcome New Members!

Welcome to the new businesses and families that joined the Magnolia Chamber of Commerce in October 2026. We eagerly look forward to supporting their growth and working together to enhance the vibrancy of our community. We encourage you to connect with these new members and explore potential collaborations.

Village Trick or Treat Was Amazing!

We are elated after another wonderful annual Trick or Treat in the Village!

Thank you to the many families who came out to celebrate with us and helped make the day so memorable. We are especially grateful to our amazing merchants for their generosity in providing candy and creating such a welcoming experience for our young trick-or-treaters.

A special thank you to Magnolia Summerfest for their sponsorship and support. Their commitment helps make this event possible and ensures families have a safe, festive way to enjoy Halloween together in our Village.

It is truly an honor to host this event each year, and we are grateful to be part of such an incredible community. Thank you for making this tradition so special.

We look forward to seeing everyone again in 2027!

Business & Breakfast- December 1st

You’re invited to our next Business & Breakfast on Tuesday, December 1st.

Join us for a great meal, meaningful networking, and an engaging session on building a simple, effective sales funnel that helps you attract, nurture, and convert the right customers. It’s practical, easy to apply, and designed to support real growth for busy business owners.

For full details and tickets, visit the event landing page below. Members use the promo code "breakfast2026" for a member discount.

Chamber After Hours- November 17th

Join us on November 17 for a truly one‑of‑a‑kind Magnolia After Hours inside the Dusty Strings Interbay Workshop — Seattle’s 47‑year‑old harp and hammered dulcimer manufacturer located right here in our Magnolia/Interbay backyard. Members, get your tickets today HERE.

This month’s After Hours gives members a rare behind‑the‑scenes look at how beautiful hardwoods become world‑renowned instruments, all while enjoying great company, live music, and a guided tour through their 19,000 sq. ft. workshop.

🌟 What You’ll Experience:

Wine and light bites while mingling with fellow members

Live harp music performed by long‑time Dusty Strings staffer (and Magnolia resident) Molly Bauckham

Founders’ stories about the company’s history and how they landed in Interbay

A guided tour of the woodworking shop, where instruments are crafted and shipped worldwide

🎄 Light Up the Village – Sponsor a Tree This Holiday Season

We’re excited to kick off the ninth year of our beloved holiday lighting tradition in Magnolia Village. From November through February, the Village will glow with festive cheer — and it’s all made possible by community support. You can help bring the magic to life by sponsoring a holiday tree.

We handle all planning, installation, and setup. Your support ensures the lights shine bright all season long.

🌟 Your Holiday Tree Donation Is Tax‑Deductible

Through Magnolia Better Together, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm, your contribution is fully tax‑deductible. Simply follow the donation link, make your gift, and we’ll take care of the rest.

🎁 Sponsor a Full Holiday Tree for $225

When you sponsor a tree, we’ll place a personalized tag with your name on it — our way of thanking you for helping light up the Village and supporting this cherished community tradition.



Click below to make your donation and be part of what makes Magnolia shine.

How Will You Show Up in 2027?

As we look ahead to 2027, we want to take a moment to reflect on what an incredible year this has been for our Chamber community. The activity, the connection, the willingness to show up for one another — it’s something truly special, and not something you find in most places. Our community continues to stand out because of the people in it.

We’re already planning a full calendar of great events for 2027:

• Wine Walks
• Business & Breakfast and Lunch Networking
• After Hours gatherings
• And several new experiences we’re excited to introduce

There are also meaningful ways to get more involved next year. If you’d like to host an After Hours event, sponsor a program to put your brand in front of a highly engaged local audience, or volunteer in a way that strengthens our business community, we’d love to talk. In deepening your involvement, generally you find a bond and sense of community like no other.

We’re also accepting applications for additions to our dynamic Ambassadors Group — a fantastic way to stay regularly involved, welcome new members, and build strong connections across the Chamber.

If you’re interested in hosting, sponsoring, volunteering, or applying to be an ambassador, simply reply to this email. We’d be glad to connect.

Looking forward to building an even stronger 2027 together.

Thank You, Returning Members

Thank you to all who renewed their membership in October 2026. Your unwavering support & partnership drive the Chamber's mission to strengthen our community. We are honored to collaborate with you to create opportunities for growth and connection. Thank you for being an essential part of the Magnolia Chamber of Commerce.