What's up at the Needle

Events

Come any day you want and you'll have something to write home about. But for a unique time in the sky you won't want to miss any of the following fun. Trust us!

NOVEMBER & DECEMBER

11.12.09: JM CELLARS WINE DINNER at SkyCity
Seating @ 6:30pm
Join us in SkyCity as Executive Chef Jeff Maxfield expertly pairs his own Northwest cuisine with wines from local favorite JM Cellars.
cost: $95 + tax & gratuity
reservations: required - 206.905.2100 / 800.937.9582

11.26.09: THANKSGIVING DINNER at SkyCity
1:00 - 8:00pm
Thanksgiving Day provides a wonderful opportunity to visit the Space Needle and celebrate the gift of family and friends.
reservations: 206.905.2100 / 800.937.9582

11.27.09: TREE LIGHTING Celebration
A true Seattle tradition, the Space Needle will kick-off the holiday season by illuminating all 1,200 lights on its rooftop Christmas tree the evening of Friday, November 27. Located 560’ above ground, the city’s most visible tree will remain atop the Landmark through New Year’s Day.
Plus, the Space Needle is proud to introduce a new addition to its holiday lineup. A 35’ tree composed of several dozen illuminated spheres will be placed in the center of the Howard S. Wright Memorial Fountain at the base of the icon. Designed by Blachere Illumination of France, the new tree uses thousands of LED lights to form a visually stunning holiday structure that is sure to awaken Seattle’s holiday spirit.

11.27-11.29; 12.5-12.6, 12.12-12.13, and 12.19-12.20: SANTA
A true Seattle tradition, the Space Needle will kick-off the holiday season by illuminating all 1,200 lights on its rooftop Christmas tree the evening of Friday, November 27. Located 560’ above ground, the city’s most visible tree will remain atop the Landmark through New Year’s Day.
Plus, the Space Needle is proud to introduce a new addition to its holiday lineup. A 35’ tree composed of several dozen illuminated spheres will be placed in the center of the Howard S. Wright Memorial Fountain at the base of the icon. Designed by Blachere Illumination of France, the new tree uses thousands of LED lights to form a visually stunning holiday structure that is sure to awaken Seattle’s holiday spirit.

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Observation Deck Closures

The Space Needle is open 365 days a year, however, we reserve the right to close in part or whole without notice for special events, holidays and/or facility upgrades.

Below is a list of our upcoming closures. Check back often for updated information.