Walk and Roll Through the Holidays

As we near the end of 2025, there are many holiday-themed events to check out across Pierce County. Ride Together Pierce has gathered information on a variety of these events from DuPont to Fife to University Place along with tips on how to arrive in a sustainable fashion. Check out events in your own neighborhood, or hop on a bike or bus and see what neighboring towns are up to! 

HIGHLIGHTS 

Fantasy Lights Walk Through ExperienceZoolights Nov. 28 - Jan. 4

Step back into the Zoolights tradition you know and love: your Zoo, transformed into a colorful winter wonderland with over 800,000 lights. Timed online tickets required.

Arrive at the zoo via walking, rolling, the Ruston Runner (Pierce Transit service), or Pierce Transit Route 10 and Route 11.

Learn more and purchase your tickets here.

Ice Lights and Ice Bumper Cars, Nov. 28 - Jan. 3

ICE lights is a new lighted ice experience being offered during the holiday season at Sprinker Recreation Center. This year the ice rink will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 35,000 lights and animated displays. A portion of the rink is set up for Ice Bumper Cars, where you can slide, spin 360 degrees, and bump your friends and family. It's a safe and fun activity that promises excitement and entertainment for everyone.

Arrive at Sprinker Center via walking, rolling, or Pierce Transit Route 1 or Stream.

Learn more and purchase your tickets here.

Rapido Club: Rapido Night Ride, Thursday, Dec. 4, 6 p.m.

Join the Rapido Club group for an end of season party" bike ride starting at Wily Cycleworks on 6th Ave in Tacoma from 6-9 p.m.

Learn more.

Tacoma Coffee Ride: Ride #34, Friday, Dec. 5, 7 a.m.

Join the Tacoma Coffee Ride group for a Friday morning ride! Meet at Wright Park in Tacoma at 7 a.m. for a 12-mile bike ride to Corina Bakery. This ride will be at a "chill pace" and no riders will be left behind. The ride will return to Wright Park by 9 a.m. 

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Tacoma Night Ride: Christmas Lights Rides, Tuesday, Dec.  16, 6 p.m.

December 9 ride rescheduled to December 12 due to weather.

Tacoma Night Ride (TNR) is doing their annual Christmas Lights ride series. These 15-mile rides start near Brewer's Row in north Tacoma. Another potential ride scheduled for December 30.

Learn more.

Tacoma Coffee Ride: Ride #35, Friday, Dec. 19, 7 a.m.

Join the Tacoma Coffee Ride group for a Friday morning ride! Meet at Wright Park in Tacoma at 7 a.m. for a 7-mile bike ride to Howdy Bagel. This ride will be at a "chill pace" and no riders will be left behind. The ride will return to Wright Park by 9 a.m. 

Learn more.

Opalescent Cyclery and 2nd Cycle: Holiday Ride, Saturday, Dec. 20, 6 p.m.

Opalescent Cyclery will be hosting their annual Holiday Lights Ride and shop part on Saturday, December 20. The pre-ride part will begin at Opalescent Cyclery at 814 6th Ave, Tacoma at 4:30 p.m. The 13.-mile ride will begin at 6 p.m. and will be at a "chill pace."

Learn more.

Wheel of Cheez: New Year's Day Ride, Thursday, Jan. 1, 12p.m.

Join the Wheel of Cheez group at 12 p.m. on New Year's Day for a bike ride to Point Defiance to eat bagels and cream cheese. Bring your own bagel toppings!

Learn more.

Tacoma Coffee Ride: Ride #36, Friday, Jan. 2, 7 a.m.

Join the Tacoma Coffee Ride group for a Friday morning ride! Meet at Wright Park in Tacoma at 7 a.m. for an 8-mile bike ride to Sana'a Cafe. This ride will be at a "chill pace" and no riders will be left behind. The ride will return to Wright Park by 9 a.m. 

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Tacoma On the Go: Light Up Bike Ride, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 6 p.m.

Celebrate the light and the new year with a free, family-friendly bike ride. Meet at Theater Square Plaza, 930 Broadway in Tacoma at 6 p.m. to decorate your bike with lights and reflectors. The ride begins at 6:30 p.m.

  1. Bonney Lake
  2. DuPont
  3. EDGEWOOD
  4. Fife
  5. Fircrest
  6. Gig Harbor

Bonney Lake tree lighting 2025Bonney Lake Annual Tree Lighting, Saturday, Dec. 6, 6 p.m.


Kick off the holiday season with festive music, cookies, and help countdown the lighting of the tree. Use your phone to snap a picture with Santa! Bring your family, friends, and your best holiday spirit—don’t miss this magical night. There will also be a toy drive.

Walk or roll to the Bonney Lake Public Safety Building at 18421 Veterans Memorial Drive, Bonney Lake.

  1. Lakewood
  2. Puyallup
  3. Sumner
  4. Tacoma
  5. University Place

Parade-Route-1Holiday Parade of Lights, Saturday, Dec. 6, 4 - 6 p.m.

Celebrate the holiday season with a free Holiday Parade of Lights at the Lakewood Towne Center. Visitors get to view holiday floats constructed by local businesses, clubs, and organizations. Santa photos, food trucks, and roaming entertainment starting at 4 p.m.

Walk or roll to the Lakewood Towne Center or arrive via Pierce Transit Route 2, Route 3, Route 4, Route 48, Route 202, Route 206, Route 212, Route 214, and Sound Transit Route 574.

Learn more about the event here.


winter glow lakewoldWinter Glow at Lakewold, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 13-14, 20-21, 6 - 9 p.m.

Fill your heart with warmth and your soul with peace at Winter Glow at Lakewold Gardens. Winter is a time to embrace the darkness, connect with nature and honor the changing of the seasons as a reminder that every ending is also a new beginning. Step into the comfort of the festively decorated Wagner House and enjoy live music, dramatic readings, art activities, and enjoy warm beverages.

Walk or roll to Lakewood Gardens or arrive via Pierce Transit Route 214.

Learn more about the event here.