These dining discounts are available at restaurants throughout the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. We feature local eateries, national chains, and fast food restaurants offering modest … [Read More...]
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December 2020 stargazing events from your house!
We regularly publishing stargazing events for the Puget Sound region when observatories and clubs host stargazing events. Unfortunately, all stargazing events have been cancelled … [Read More...]
Christmas lights around the Puget Sound region
Here's our list of Christmas light displays burning brightly with 100,000 to 1,000,000 lights. Most are FREE. Many are at private homes in neighborhoods throughout the Puget Sound … [Read More...]
RV rental: great for fall & winter travel, home office space, holiday overflow
Sponsored by RVshare.com It's common to rent an RV or motor home for summer travel. But there are other times of the year, and many great reasons, for renting an RV – weekend … [Read More...]
Live & virtual events and things to do this weekend
Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. For the weekend of December 4-6, 2020, you'll find virtual as well as live … [Read More...]
Woodland Park Zoo remains open with a safe, outdoor experience
Woodland Park Zoo remains open for your daytime visits and for evening explorations at their all-new WildLanterns holiday event. Your zoo already operates at <25% capacity to … [Read More...]
November 15: four-week restrictions to stop rapid spread of COVID-19
On November 15, Governor Inslee announced a four-week statewide set of restrictions in response to the rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus. The new restrictions come as … [Read More...]
Pilot Flying J travel centers in Washington State
Pilot Flying J (PFJ) is the largest operator of travel centers in North America with more than 750 locations across the U.S. and Canada. The travel centers are committed to … [Read More...]
Seattle Seahawks 2020 season local food deals
Don’t miss Seahawks game day and Blue Friday Specials at restaurants during the 2020 Seattle Seahawks football season every September through December. Seattle Seahawks 2020 … [Read More...]
Christmas, Hanukkah & Kwanzaa
What’s closed and open Christmas Day, December 25, 2020
2020 Federal Holiday Dates Wednesday, January 1: New Year’s Day Monday, January 20: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day … [Read More...]
Christmas lights around the Puget Sound region
Here's our list of Christmas light displays burning brightly with 100,000 to 1,000,000 lights. Most are FREE. Many are … [Read More...]
Chanukah “festival of lights” commemorates a miracle
Chanukah, also known as the festival of lights, is an eight day festival beginning on the 25th day of the Jewish month … [Read More...]
25 books to read aloud with family during the holiday season
Here are our suggestions for books to read aloud with family over the winter break. We've proposed a wide range of … [Read More...]
Seattle restaurants open Christmas Day
Check our list of Seattle-Tacoma metro area restaurants offering Christmas Day dinners. As usual, we focus on locally … [Read More...]
U-cut, fresh cut Christmas trees around the Sound
Here’s our list of Christmas tree farms where you can cut your own Christmas tree, plus some of the best local stores … [Read More...]
Where to get pictures with Santa Claus
Here's a list of Santa photo opportunities. They include free and paid Santa pictures. We found Santa in locations from … [Read More...]
FREE Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and other holiday events
Any day of the week during the long holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day, you can find FREE things to do … [Read More...]
Free Christmas tree lighting events around Puget Sound
Listed below we keep a list of Christmas tree lighting celebrations in cities and communities around the Puget Sound … [Read More...]
December events and entertainment
Our December events calendar features virtual and live events. We'll continue to update this calendar throughout the … [Read More...]
Free Winterfest activities at Seattle Center
Seattle Center is the scene for Winterfest--five weeks of free and affordable family activities and holiday-inspired … [Read More...]
Downtown Seattle Westlake Park and Pioneer Square Christmas light displays
Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) is bringing new socially distanced festivities to the heart of our city this holiday … [Read More...]
Our top 10 picks for Seattle shopping on Cyber Monday
Here are our suggestions for Cyber Monday, which always happens right after Thanksgiving Weekend. It's a big prelude to … [Read More...]
Getaway: Annual festivals in Leavenworth (120 mi. E)
Leavenworth, Washington is a small town (pop. ~2,000) about 120 miles east of Seattle. Nestled in the western foothills … [Read More...]
Best retailers for gifts, party supplies, holiday decor
Here are the best places to buy gifts in the Puget Sound region. Our list focuses on local retailers with a variety of … [Read More...]
Our big list of movie theaters (live & virtual)
Below is a comprehensive list* of movie theaters in the Seattle-Tacoma area, including independent first-run movie … [Read More...]
Delivery Services
Meal Kit delivery service in the Puget Sound region
Meal kit delivery service provides all the ingredients and recipes in the delivery box to make specific dishes and … [Read More...]
Local CSA delivery from farms and other food producers
Listed below are many ways to source local farm foods and products. We update the list from time to time, so check back … [Read More...]
Fresh local flowers pickup and delivery
Flowers are blooming now on farms throughout the Puget Sound region. From April to October, Pike Place Market hosts as … [Read More...]
Grocery delivery services in the Puget sound region
There are many ways to streamline grocery shopping and meal preparation, including online ordering, followed by grocery … [Read More...]
Restaurant delivery service in the Puget Sound region
Restaurants in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area offer delivery in a variety of ways, directly or through restaurant … [Read More...]
Where to order vegetable and herb seeds online
The seed companies listed below are those most often recommended by gardeners in the Pacific Northwest. They offer seed … [Read More...]
Performing & Visual Arts
Earshot Jazz events in the Puget Sound region
Earshot Jazz in Seattle cultivates a vibrant jazz community in the Puget Sound region to ensure the legacy and … [Read More...]
Our big list of live & virtual music shows & concerts
Most, if not all music venues closed in spring 2020 for the foreseeable future. However many are offering virtual … [Read More...]
These Seattle-Tacoma museums have re-opened temporarily re-closed
On November 15, Governor Inslee announced a four-week statewide set of restrictions in response to the rapid spread of … [Read More...]
Seattle Symphony 2020-2021 Season
Music has returned to Benaroya Hall! Since Benaroya Hall’s doors in the spring of 2020, the orchestra has remained … [Read More...]
Tacoma Glassblowing Studio: watch, shop, learn!
Tacoma Glassblowing Studio & Gallery (TGS ) is a family business and glass art gallery. Visitors can watch the … [Read More...]
Kirkland Performance Center: KPC at Home Livestream
Located in the heart of the Eastside city, the Kirkland Performance Center (350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033) hosts … [Read More...]
Our big lists of fun
Our big list of live & virtual music shows & concerts
Our big list of camping, sports, and RV Shows
Our big list of public gardens and garden tours
Our big list of free & cheap tours (live and virtual)
Our big list of movie theaters (live & virtual)
Ultimate guide to zoos, aquariums & wildlife parks
Our big list of car shows and auto clubs
Our big list of boat shows & waterfront festivals
Our big list of film festivals and special movie screenings
Shopping New & Used
November 15: four-week restrictions to stop rapid spread of COVID-19
On November 15, Governor Inslee announced a four-week statewide set of restrictions in response to the rapid spread of … [Read More...]
Best retailers for gifts, party supplies, holiday decor
Here are the best places to buy gifts in the Puget Sound region. Our list focuses on local retailers with a variety of … [Read More...]
JBF consignment sales of children’s & maternity
Just Between Friends (JBF) consignment sales are a savvy consumer's dream. No wonder, JBF are North America's leading … [Read More...]
Tacoma Glassblowing Studio: watch, shop, learn!
Tacoma Glassblowing Studio & Gallery (TGS ) is a family business and glass art gallery. Visitors can watch the … [Read More...]
Practical Matters
RV rental: great for fall & winter travel, home office space, holiday overflow
Sponsored by RVshare.com It's common to rent an RV or motor home for summer travel. But there are other times of the … [Read More...]
November 15: four-week restrictions to stop rapid spread of COVID-19
On November 15, Governor Inslee announced a four-week statewide set of restrictions in response to the rapid spread of … [Read More...]
Emergency Preparedness information & classes
Bookmark this page for quick access to resources for emergency preparedness in Seattle and the Puget Sound region. These … [Read More...]
Pilot Flying J travel centers in Washington State
Pilot Flying J (PFJ) is the largest operator of travel centers in North America with more than 750 locations across the … [Read More...]
Getaway: Annual festivals in Leavenworth (120 mi. E)
Leavenworth, Washington is a small town (pop. ~2,000) about 120 miles east of Seattle. Nestled in the western foothills … [Read More...]
13 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...]
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...]
Free, safe disposal of unwanted medications
Protect your family and our environment from a common cause of accidents by safely disposing of medications you no … [Read More...]
