The first two weekends in December Shelton, AKA Christmastown, features some pretty serious holiday celebrating!

A Santa Claus Parade, Tree Lighting, festive light tours and Indoor and out door Christmas markets, free crafting sessions, a gingerbread challenge and festive dinner wagon rides are just a few oft he reasons to visit this sleepy little Timber town that really loves their Christmas cheer!

Visit christmastownwa.org for details.

Shelton & Mason County, Guinness World Record Holder

Since Shelton took Christmas head on by celebrating their Christmastown distinction with a successful attempt at the Guinness World Record for “Most Lit Christmas Trees” in one location. The previous record was set by the Hallmark Channel in 2015 (559 trees). Shelton’s win was recorded December 7 during the annual Santa Claus parade with a total of 797 qualified trees. The trees were arranged in a lighted maze that families could explore along with holiday activities over “12 Days of Christmas.”

How do you top a Guinness Record in the midst of a pandemic? Last year the town has rallied together to create a series of COVID-safe activities that insured the Christmas spirit was still alive and well in Christmastown. Forced to cancel large gatherings like the annual parade and tree lighting ceremony, volunteers created a series of unique activities.  

Don’t miss the annual giant Christmas tree maze, a tribute to the Guinness World Record win. Open daily, families are welcome to wander the one-way maze free of charge. The maze is best viewed at night with thousands upon thousands of lights that make every festive family picture twinkle. 

Maze will be open throughout the season . Admission is free.