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Free and cheap things to do this weekend
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Events this month in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
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Free and cheap things to do today
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Latest Seattle Area News & Events

2026 Halloween Haunted Houses, Ghost Tours & Spooky Shows in the Seattle Metro Area
The following list of Seattle Metro area Halloween attractions and haunted houses are intended for adults and teens. … [Read More...]

2026 Trick-or-Treating in the Seattle Metro Area
The following Seattle Metro area trick-or-treat events are aimed at families looking for something exciting and … [Read More...]

Fall Festival & Outdoor Movie
Bring the whole family out on Halloween-eve to join the Atlas Wellness Center for a lighthearted evening of … [Read More...]

Halloween Spelling Zom-Bee
Whether you're a spelling genius or looking to redeem yourself from spelling errors past, the Halloween Spelling Zom-Bee … [Read More...]

Pretty Ugly Vol. 13: Halloween Weekend
The Octopus Bar is hosting a weekend-long Halloween bash sure to thrill anyone looking to fill their party schedule this … [Read More...]

Free and cheap things to do this week
This event calendar for the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area focuses on free and affordable things to do that make the … [Read More...]

2026 Seattle Hmong New Year
For 25 years, the Seattle Center has hosted the Seattle Center Festál series of free ethnic festivals from cultural … [Read More...]

Pride Speaks: Stories of Arts, Culture, and LGBTQIA2S+ History
October is LGBTQ+ history month and Seattle Pride and Hugo House are collaborating to celebrate with their Pride Speaks … [Read More...]

2026 free park entrance days in Washington State
Take advantage of free entrance days in National Parks and Washington State Parks throughout the year. Mark your … [Read More...]
Arts & Entertainment

2026 Halloween Haunted Houses, Ghost Tours & Spooky Shows in the Seattle Metro Area
The following list of Seattle Metro area Halloween attractions and haunted houses are intended for adults and teens. Some of these attractions are indoors, some are outdoors, and … [Read More...]

2026 Seattle Hmong New Year
For 25 years, the Seattle Center has hosted the Seattle Center Festál series of free ethnic festivals from cultural traditions around the world. Each festival is a genuine … [Read More...]

Pride Speaks: Stories of Arts, Culture, and LGBTQIA2S+ History
October is LGBTQ+ history month and Seattle Pride and Hugo House are collaborating to celebrate with their Pride Speaks event. Learn from community educators, watch unique and … [Read More...]

2026 Diwali: Lights of India
For 25 years, the Seattle Center has hosted the Seattle Center Festál series of free ethnic festivals from cultural traditions around the world. Each festival is a genuine … [Read More...]

Short Run Comix Festival
Whether you make comics or you're just a fan, the Short Run Comix Festival will have something for you. Over 200 artists, distributors, publishers, and other industry professionals … [Read More...]

Earshot Jazz Festival and ticket discounts
The 38th annual Earshot Jazz Festival will take place across Seattle from October 7 through October 25, 2026. The three-week event features more than 35 concerts, public workshops … [Read More...]
Fitness & Recreation
Active events in the Puget Sound region

2026 free park entrance days in Washington State
Take advantage of free entrance days in National Parks and Washington State Parks throughout the year. Mark your … [Read More...]

Car-free Bicycle Weekends in southeast Seattle
Seattle Parks and Recreation has announced the schedule for 2026’s set of open street events on Lake Washington … [Read More...]

2026 FIFA World Cup watch parties and more
The worldwide soccer tournament known as the “World Cup” takes place every four years. Football teams from around the … [Read More...]

Where Kids Bowl Free all summer in Western WA
Bowling centers, schools, and other community organizations have worked together to provide affordable bowling to kids … [Read More...]

Free swim lessons (ages 6-16) at Seattle beaches
Seattle Parks and Recreation offers safe, lifeguarded beaches at nine beaches around the city: Green Lake, Madison Park, … [Read More...]

Free water safety guides & Washington boating laws
If you plan to get out on any of the many waterways in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region, be sure you are … [Read More...]
Practical Matters

13 best nature walks to see Seattle fall color
In an average year, the best time to see Seattle fall color is the last week of September and first week of October. In … [Read More...]

Getaway: 11 scenic drives for Washington State fall color
If you are seeking Washington State fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives throughout the counties in the … [Read More...]

Chinatown-International District festivals
The Seattle Chinatown-International District (aka the “ID”, pronounced eye-dee), located south of downtown is a cultural … [Read More...]

Guide to Washington State Wine Growing Regions
While Washington State’s first wine grapes were planted in 1825, the first commercial plantings did not begin until the … [Read More...]

Where to Find Farmers Markets in the Seattle Metro Area
Washington State farmers markets provide a diversity of fresh produce, including fruits. vegetables, herbs, and flowers … [Read More...]

Washinton State berries and summer berry festivals
Washington State is one of the nation's largest producers of many types of berries. Listed below are descriptions of … [Read More...]

Garage sale finder map and calendar
Seattle garage sale and yard sale “season” is generally May-September. However, at any time of year, people can hold … [Read More...]

June – October: u-pick produce around Puget Sound
Here’s our list of popular u-pick fruits, berries, and vegetables and the best month to pick them in the Seattle-Tacoma … [Read More...]
