Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. For the weekend of October 25-27, 2024, 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: … [Read More...]
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When is Veterans Day and why do we celebrate it?
Veterans Day is a federal holiday celebrated every year on November 11, a date that goes back to World War I (WWI). What is Veteran's Day about? Known as “The Great War,” … [Read More...]
7 affordable winter sports on ice and snow
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2024 Thrill The World annual worldwide simultaneous Thriller dance
Performed in over 150 cities throughout 30 countries, Thrill The World (TTW) is an annual worldwide simultaneous dance of Michael Jackson's “Thriller" for world records and … [Read More...]
100+ fun, cheap ideas for Halloween costumes
If you are looking for cheap and easy Halloween costume ideas, you've come to the right place. We've got the lowdown on Halloween costumes you can pull together from stuff you have … [Read More...]
Free and cheap Halloween events around Puget Sound
Our list of free and cheap Halloween events includes fun things to do for kids, families, teens, and adults in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region. From daytime family fun to … [Read More...]
Halloween haunted houses and spooky tours in the Puget Sound region
The following list of Seattle and Puget Sound Halloween attractions and haunted houses are very scary and intended for adults and teens. Some of these attractions are indoors, some … [Read More...]
Discount dining for Seattle Restaurant Week
Held twice annually in April and October, Seattle Restaurant Week is the Seattle-Tacoma metro area's largest discount dining celebration. About Seattle Restaurant Week It all … [Read More...]
Where to get a flu shot (influenza vaccination)
Review the guidelines for flu shots and make sure you have a plan for the current flu season. Flu shot recommendations for 2024-25 season Influenza (Flu) is a very contagious … [Read More...]
All the corn mazes (scary and friendly) in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
The following list of Seattle-Tacoma metro area corn mazes are popular Halloween outings for many families and an alternative "haunt" for thrill-seekers. Some corn mazes are … [Read More...]
How (and why) to build a rain garden
Most Seattle rain is collected by gutters around your rooftop and flowing from your driveway and patio into the street. All of this runoff is diverted into the storm drain system … [Read More...]
Where to find u-pick pumpkin patches and farm stands
Below, we provide links to pumpkin patches and farm stands selling picked pumpkins in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area around the Puget Sound region. All are open weekends in October, … [Read More...]
Ultimate guide: glass museums, glass blowing studios, classes, and events
The Seattle-Tacoma metro area is an international epicenter for glass art with more glass blowing shops than anywhere else outside of the world's preeminent location on Murano … [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 the best reasons to shop at each location, so you can find … [Read More...]
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Volunteer to bag candy for T’Challaween in South Seattle
The South Seattle Emerald T’Challaween parade needs volunteer to help bag candy for the community parade on Saturday, … [Read More...]
T’Challaween Community Parade in South Seattle
The South Seattle Emerald invites participants of all ages to participate in T'Challaween, a free-to-the-public one-mile … [Read More...]
Learn the sport of curling in north Seattle
If you have ever wanted to try curling, you have come to the right place. The Granite Curling Club schedules Learn to … [Read More...]
Drop-in Friday night curling in Tacoma
Join Granite Curling Club and Washington State Curling Association Friday evenings for Curling. Set up the stones and … [Read More...]
Free Short Run Comix & Arts Festival in Seattle
Short Run Comix & Arts Festival at Seattle Center features book artists from the Pacific Northwest and around the … [Read More...]
2024/2025 Holiday Ice Skate Rink in Bellevue
Plan to stop by the all-weather covered Bellevue Downtown Park Ice Rink to skate and glide during the holiday season. It … [Read More...]
Annual Ski Swap & Sale at Newport High School
It is not actually a "swap" but rather a consignment sale. Open to the Public ~ Credit, Debit, Cash, Check ~ Free … [Read More...]
Grit City: Old School Comic Con in Tacoma
Grit City Comic Show is an affordable comic con for the entire family taking place each fall in Tacoma. The event is an … [Read More...]
Getaway: Walla Walla Fall Release Weekend (145 mi. SE of Seattle)
Walla Walla Fall Release Weekend in November is a beautiful time of year to enjoy the Walla Walla Valley. Be among the … [Read More...]
Oddmall art & craft shows of unusual things in Monroe
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Getaway: Northwest’s Largest Garage Sale in Ridgefield (156 mi. S)
NW’s Largest Garage Sale & Vintage Sale is a family run business out of Vancouver, WA and the best place for buyers … [Read More...]
What is Veteran’s Day about?
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Arts & entertainment
Live and virtual events in the Puget Sound region
2024 Thrill The World annual worldwide simultaneous Thriller dance
Performed in over 150 cities throughout 30 countries, Thrill The World (TTW) is an annual worldwide simultaneous … [Read More...]
Kirkland Oktoberfest: largest authentic München-style biergarten in the region
This event does not appear to be happening in 2024. As of September 30, 2024 their website still says "info coming … [Read More...]
Discount dining for Seattle Restaurant Week
Held twice annually in April and October, Seattle Restaurant Week is the Seattle-Tacoma metro area's largest discount … [Read More...]
Oktoberfest beer festivals in the Puget sound region
Beer-themed Oktoberfest celebrations are held in many other cities around the world, some in October and some in … [Read More...]
Washington State Fair events at Puyallup Fairgrounds
Located south of Seattle and east of Tacoma in the shadow of majestic Mount Rainier, the Washington State Fair Events … [Read More...]
Seattle Greek Food Festival every fall at St. Demetrios in Montlake
A Seattle tradition since 1960, the St. Demetrios Greek Festival features savory Greek foods and sweet pastries. … [Read More...]
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Our top 10 picks for Seattle shopping on Cyber Monday
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Where to get a flu shot (influenza vaccination)
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13 best nature walks to see Seattle fall color
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Getaway: 11 scenic drives for Washington State fall color
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How (and why) to build a rain garden
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Get emergency alerts in the Puget Sound region
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Shredding services help prevent costly identity theft
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Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining
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