STCU holiday events guide.

Santa photos at River Park Square.

Saturday, November 23 – Tuesday, December 24.

STCU members made the nice list, and save $10.00 on holiday photo packages by using their STCU credit or debit card to purchase on-site or online. When you buy online, enter the first six digits of your card as the promo code. You can find more information and reserve your photo session on River Park Square’s website.

River Park Square’s holiday coloring contest.

Saturday, November 23 – Thursday, December 26.

While visiting Santa at River Park Square, grab a coloring sheet for a chance to win a $25 Mastercard gift card.

Once you complete your coloring sheet, drop it off at STCU's downtown branch in River Park Square by 9 a.m. on December 26 to enter the coloring contest.

Winter Glow Spectacular.

Saturday, November 23 – Wednesday, January 1.

Winter Glow has been decking the community with festive lights and displays since 2014. The family friendly event at Orchard Park in Liberty Lake is free for all.

Santa Express.

Friday, November 29 – Sunday, December 22.

Santa Express is a holiday shop where Kids ages 4-12 can find perfect gifts for Mom, Dad, and the rest of the familyat prices ranging from $1 to $12. Proceeds will benefit Vanessa Behan, a safe haven for kids in crisis.

Ritzville Giving Tree.

Friday, November 15 – Monday, December 16.

Help spread joy this holiday season by providing gifts for a local family in need.

Starting November 15, choose a family from the Christmas tree at the STCU Ritzville branch. Bring gifts to the branch by December 16.

Small Business Saturday.

Saturday, November 30.

What’s better than getting your holiday shopping done early? Doing it locally and winning a swag bag full of goodies, of course!

To kick off Small Business Saturday, Downtown Spokane Partnership will give away bags to the first 100 costumers at Auntie’s Bookstore. The bags will have gift cards, coupons, and swag items from small businesses.

12 Deals of Downtown.

Thursday, December 12 – Monday, December 23.

Keep an eye on Downtown Spokane Partnership's Facebook page for 12 Deals of Downtown. Every day starting December 12, you'll see a post sharing deals from downtown businesses. Plus, you may win a little something extra.

Northwest Winterfest.

Friday, November 29 – Tuesday, December 31.

Experience winter magic at the Pacific Northwest’s most dazzling lantern display and cultural celebration. Complete the scavenger hunt in the STCU Kids Zone to be entered to win a $100 Mastercard gift card.

Enter the first six digits of your STCU credit or debit card as your promo code to get $2 off ticket prices when purchased online, excluding the early bird special. Visit Northwest Winterfest to buy tickets and view hours.

Newport Festival of Trees.

Saturday, December 7.

Enjoy holiday tunes, free refreshments, crafts for kids, and free Santa photos at the Newport Community Hospital in the Ponderosa Ballroom from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt.

Friday, November 29 – Sunday, December 22

Grab an elf passport, and search for Santa's hidden elves in downtown Coeur d’Alene businesses every weekend through December 22. Get stamps for each elf you find. If you find 10 or more, you'll be entered to win grand prize drawings for a $300 Figpickels shopping spree or Gonzaga basketball tickets.

Drop completed passports at Mountain Madness Soap Co., Mix It Up, and Woops! Bakeshop. Find details on downtown Coeur d’Alene’s website.

Free photos with Santa.

Saturday, December 7.

Visit Santa at the STCU's Downtown Coeur d’Alene Branch from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for free photos! While you're there, earn a stamp on your Elf on the Shelf passport, just by visiting Santa. And, you get an extra stamp when you bring a food donation for the Coeur d'Alene Fire Department’s holiday food drive. Each stamp enters you to win a $100 Figpickels gift card.

Santa photos at Columbia Center Mall.

Friday, November 15 – Tuesday, December 24.

STCU members made the nice list and save $10.00 on holiday photo packages when by using their STCU credit or debit card to purchase on-site or online. When you buy online, enter the first six digits of your card as the promo code.

You can find more information and reserve your photo session on the Columbia Center Mall’s website.

Pasco Winterfest: Candy cane scavenger hunt.

Monday, December 9 – Thursday, December 12.

Follow the clues posted to Pasco Parks Facebook page to find candy canes hidden throughout the city. Once you find the candy canes, scan the QR code and earn a daily entry to win a prize drawing.

You can find more information and the official rules on the Visit Tri-Cities website.

Pasco Winterfest: Free movies at Fairchild Cinema.

Wednesday, December 11 and Saturday, December 14.

Grab the popcorn and get ready to watch some holiday movies:

• December 11 at 6 p.m.: Polar Express
• December 14 at 9 a.m.: Fred Claus

Admission is first-come-first-serve, but movies start every 10 minutes for an hour, so there’s plenty of time to find a seat.

What’s a movie without a buttery snack? Each person attending the movie gets one free mini popcorn.

Pasco Winterfest: Celebration and tree lighting.

Saturday, December 14.

Join in festive fun from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. at Peanuts Park in Pasco for the Winterfest celebration and tree lighting. There will be music, kids’ games, crafts, and a chance to see Santa. The tree lighting will take place at 5:30 p.m.

If you took part in the candy cane scavenger hunt, you’ll want to make sure you’re there. The grand prize winner will be revealed ahead of the tree lighting ceremony, and you must be present to win.

Moses Lake tree lighting.

Friday, November 15.

Kick off the holiday season with the Downtown Tree Lighting at Sinkiuse Square in Moses Lake from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. For more information visit the Dowtown Moses Lake Association’s website.

Moses Lake agricultural parade.

Friday, December 6.

Celebrate Moses Lake’s agricultural roots at the 29th Annual Agricultural Parade and Street Party! The fun, family-friendly event takes place from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Sinkiuse Square. For more information visit the Dowtown Moses Lake Association’s website.