Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. For the weekend of June 2-4, 2023 you'll find all kinds of in-person and virtual events (live stream, on-demand, etc.). Greater Seattle on the Cheap serves primarily six counties on Puget Sound: Skagit, … [Read More...]
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Father’s Day ideas for gifts and things to do
In the United States, Father’s Day is celebrated the third Sunday in June. It's a day to honor father's, celebrate fatherhood, and recognize the influence of fathers on families … [Read More...]
Best affordable Father’s Day restaurants (dine-in, takeout, delivery)
Here are our suggestions for Father’s Day restaurants for brunch or dinner in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. Ideas include dine-in, takeout, and creative ideas for at-home meals … [Read More...]
Seattle-Tacoma & Puget Sound Pride Events
Pride Parades everywhere honor the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, the scene of a police raid over liquor licensing at The Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City. While raids on gay … [Read More...]
Berry festivals in the Puget Sound region
Berries are synonymous with summer. Ripe, juicy, and delicious, who doesn't dream of berry shortcake, berry ice cream, fresh berry pie, berry scones, and more. Popular berries in … [Read More...]
Free outdoor summer music concerts
Here's our big list of free outdoor summer music concerts in Seattle and cities around the Puget Sound region. If the weather looks iffy or for other potential schedule changes, … [Read More...]
Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle and Camano Island
The Center for Wooden Boats (CWB) is a non-profit organization that celebrates the rich and varied watercraft heritage that is a vital part of the Puget Sound region. At this … [Read More...]
Free Fishing Days in Washington State every June
National Fishing and Boating Week, a national celebration that takes place the first week of June every year. The celebration highlights the ways in which fishing and recreational … [Read More...]
Month-by-month u-pick produce in the Puget Sound region
Here’s our list of popular u-pick fruits, berries, and vegetables and the best month to pick them in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area and Western Washington counties around the Puget … [Read More...]
Wildflower hikes in Washington State
Wildflowers bloom in Washington State throughout spring and summer. Exactly where and when varies according to elevation and of course the whims of nature in any given year. … [Read More...]
Farmers markets in the Puget Sound region
Washington State farmers markets provide a diversity of fresh produce, including fruits. vegetables, herbs, and flowers (edible and otherwise). You can also find other locally … [Read More...]
Our big list of car shows and auto clubs
The Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region has its fair share of car shows, car clubs, and swap meets to satisfy car and motorcycle enthusiasts living or visiting the region. We've … [Read More...]
Summer camps & school break camps
There is a lot of variety in summer camps schedules and activities in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region. There are day camps, weekly camps, half-day camps, full day camps, and … [Read More...]
Shredding services help prevent costly identity theft
Shredding services are inexpensive and easy to do. Compared to the cost of fixing your credit if your identity is stolen, it's truly a bargain. To protect yourself from identity … [Read More...]
Home gardening resources and plant sales
Gardening in the Puget Sound region gets the advantage of rich volcanic soils, abundant rain, and year-round temperate weather. However, Northwest gardeners also face several … [Read More...]
Our big list of public gardens and garden tours
Listed below are arboretums and botanical gardens* in cities throughout the Puget Sound region. Most gardens specialize in one or more aspects of Pacific Northwest native plants. A … [Read More...]
Nurseries & garden centers in the Puget Sound region
The following nurseries and garden centers offer supplies for fruit and vegetable gardening. Hardware stores and nurseries are considered essential services. Some are open for … [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 vacation ideas are some of the most beautiful sites in the … [Read More...]
Arts & entertainment
How to get discount tickets to Seattle Repertory Theatre
Seattle Repertory Theatre (often called Seattle Rep or simply The Rep) has a discount ticket for you no matter what … [Read More...]
Our big list of movie theaters & discount tickets
Below is a comprehensive list* of movie theaters in the Seattle-Tacoma area, including independent first-run movie … [Read More...]
Outdoor summer movies: drive-ins and pop-ups
Summertime means movies on outdoor screens. And as any Seattleite knows, summer begins in July in the Puget Sound … [Read More...]
Free outdoor summer music concerts
Here's our big list of free outdoor summer music concerts in Seattle and cities around the Puget Sound region. If the … [Read More...]
Tacoma Museum of Glass free and discount admission
Tacoma Museum of Glass is a contemporary art museum on the Thea Foss Waterway. The museum has a national reputation for … [Read More...]
About the Hibulb Cultural Center in Tulalip
Hibulb Cultural Center & Natural History Preserve is a museum on 50 acres of forest and wetlands on the Tulalip … [Read More...]
Our big lists of fun
Our big list of movie theaters & discount tickets
Our big list of car shows and auto clubs
Our big list of public gardens and garden tours
Our big list of camping, sports, and RV Shows
Our big list of wedding shows & bridal expos
Our big list of boat shows & waterfront festivals
Practical Matters
Berry festivals in the Puget Sound region
Berries are synonymous with summer. Ripe, juicy, and delicious, who doesn't dream of berry shortcake, berry ice cream, … [Read More...]
Month-by-month u-pick produce in the Puget Sound region
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...]
Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining
These food deals (and drink deals) and restaurant dining discounts are available throughout the Seattle-Tacoma metro … [Read More...]
Farmers markets in the Puget Sound region
Washington State farmers markets provide a diversity of fresh produce, including fruits. vegetables, herbs, and flowers … [Read More...]
Best used clothing and consignment stores
Listed below are second-hand clothing stores in Seattle and surrounding cities in the Puget Sound region. We’ve listed … [Read More...]
Outlet malls in Seattle and around Puget Sound
From north to south, these are the major outlet malls in the Puget Sound region, offering plenty of shopping and food … [Read More...]
Shredding services help prevent costly identity theft
Shredding services are inexpensive and easy to do. Compared to the cost of fixing your credit if your identity is … [Read More...]
Home gardening resources and plant sales
Gardening in the Puget Sound region gets the advantage of rich volcanic soils, abundant rain, and year-round temperate … [Read More...]
