Clam Lights 2018: Everything You Need To Know

RENTON, WA - Don't clam up - we have all the details on Ivar's 2018 Clam Lights festival in Renton. The annual festival of holiday lights (free, by the way) kicks off Friday night at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park.

The 200,000-light spectacular runs nightly until around 9 p.m. through Jan. 1. Visitors will be treated to a lovely stroll along a one-mile loop surrounded by elaborate holiday displays. This is Clam Lights' 25th year.

Here's what to expect during the Nov. 30 opening ceremony:

• 6 p.m. - Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by fire truck
• 6:15 p.m. - Lindbergh High School Vocal Jazz Ensemble
• 6:15 p.m. - Selfie-Station with Santa and Mrs. Claus in Santa’s Sleigh (new for 2018)
• 6:15 p.m. - Photos with Strolling Ivar’s Clam Character
• 7 p.m. - Official Welcome & Lighting
• 7:30 p.m. - Rainier Yacht Club Parade of Boats
• 8 p.m. - Argosy Christmas Ship featuring The Dickens Carolers

Image courtesy City of Renton