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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

Free and cheap things to do this weekend
Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. You'll find all kinds of … [Read More...]

Rocktoberfest
Throw on your best rock n' roll themed outfit and join Georgetown Brewing Co. in dancing the night away during … [Read More...]

Free tours and open house at Georgetown Steam Plant
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Georgetown Steam Plant is a reminder of the "era of … [Read More...]

Fremont Oktoberfest
Known as "Seattle's largest beer festival," Fremont Oktoberfest is a three-day long event you definitely won't want to … [Read More...]

The Great Wallingford Bratwurst Festival
Want to celebrate Oktoberfest but can't find an event that works for the whole family? Look no further than The Great … [Read More...]

Dave’s Single half price every week at Wendy’s this college football season
College Football Saturdays are officially back! And, of course, you can’t watch your favorite team play without food and … [Read More...]

$7 Big Meal Deal at Sonic Drive-In
Everyone is hungry for savings these days, especially when it comes to dining out at restaurants. Dining out has … [Read More...]

Free Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival
The Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival, celebrating Hawaiian Culture, is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, September 13, at … [Read More...]

Mid-Autumn Festival at Seattle Chinese Garden
The Seattle Chinese Garden's Mid-Autumn Festival is a staple cultural event full of fun activities and opportunities to … [Read More...]
Arts & Entertainment

Free Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival
The Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival, celebrating Hawaiian Culture, is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, September 13, at the Seattle Center. Admission is free. This year's theme, … [Read More...]

Harvest Festival Extravaganza
Families and community members of all ages and walks of life are welcome to join the City of Renton for the Harvest Festival Extravaganza. This is their version of Oktoberfest … [Read More...]

14th Annual Tacoma Moon Festival
The Tacoma Moon Festival was started by The Chinese Reconciliation Project Foundation (CRPF) to share the Mid-Autumn Festival and the legend of the Chinese Moon Princess with the … [Read More...]

Free Family Movies at The Grand Cinema
Host to the annual Tacoma Film Festival and many other fun interactive series and events, The Grand Cinema is the place to be to experience creative filmmaking and indie art films … [Read More...]

Bank of America “Museums on Us” free monthly museum admission
For 25 years, Bank of America has offered their cardholders free general admission to museums in cities across the United States through their “Museums on Us” program. On the first … [Read More...]

National Nordic Museum free and discount admission
National Nordic Museum in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood presents history, art, and culture from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and their immigrants to America. Their … [Read More...]
Fitness & Recreation
Active events in the Puget Sound region

Getaway: Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend (58 mi. NW via ferry)
The first Wooden Boat Festival (WBF) in North America in 1978 at Port Townsend eventually joined with Northwest Maritime … [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...]

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...]
Practical Matters

Getaway: Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend (58 mi. NW via ferry)
The first Wooden Boat Festival (WBF) in North America in 1978 at Port Townsend eventually joined with Northwest Maritime … [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...]

Best summer vacation ideas in Washington State
One of the many benefits of living in Seattle is the amazing getaways around Washington State. The following summer … [Read More...]

Seattle Seafair history: 1950 to present day
Seafair, Seattle’s consummate summer festival, began in 1950 as Sea Fair, a 10-day "water festival". The first festival … [Read More...]

