JOY, COMMUNITY, AND LIGHTS!

The Tacoma Light Trail is a free annual winter festival celebrating light, art, music, and community throughout Downtown Tacoma and beyond! Explore more than 30 venues across Downtown, Hilltop, and surrounding neighborhoods, featuring spectacular illuminated art and sound installations. Enjoy outdoor performances, dragon parades, Lumens concerts, a lighted bike ride, and so much more!

The festivities begin with workshops and special events in November, leading up to the main Light Trail celebration from December 31, 2026, through January 17, 2027, nightly from 5–9 PM. This year you will be able to ride Sound Transit and experience dazzling light art at every T Line station along the route. Kick off the New Year with us at Tollefson Plaza from 6–9 PM, and keep the celebration going with exciting events and experiences throughout the season. There's something magical around every corner!