Budget Savvy Events for Cinephiles & Christmas Spirit

Now that the turkey and stuffing are gone, you may be looking for December events to fill the space on your calendar between now and Christmas. If so, we have some great ideas for what you can do without trekking too far from home!

If You’re a Cinephile

Make the 35-minute drive to the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art for holiday-themed movies all month. On Tuesday evenings, the auditorium opens at 7pm, and the film begins at 7:30pm. If you’re busy during the week, go to the Saturday matinee at 2pm (auditorium opens at 1:30pm). In December, BIMA is showing Holiday Inn, Home Alone, A Christmas Carol, Elf, and It’s a Wonderful Life. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for children. Location: 550 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

If You’re on a Budget

Go to the inaugural Bainbridge Island Winter Wonderland on Dec. 10 from 5 to 8pm in Waterfront Park. This free event will have live reindeer, face painting, holiday crafts, wrapping paper decorating, ice sculptures, cider, treats, and even Santa will be there. Location: 280 Madison Ave. North Bainbridge Island, WA 98110