For the weekend of November 15-17, 2019 check out this delectable deluge of free and cheap things to do in the greater Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. We found dozens of fun … [Read More...]
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99 free and cheap things to do this weekend
Kids can Try Hockey Free in the Puget Sound region
USA Hockey provides the foundation for the sport of ice hockey in America, helping young people become leaders (even Olympic heroes)l, while promoting a lifelong love of the sport. … [Read More...]
Free entrance days at Washington State Parks
Take advantage of free entrance days in National Parks and Washington State Parks throughout the year. Mark your calendar for these fee-free days and plan an outing with … [Read More...]
Art & craft shows in the Puget Sound region
The Puget Sound region boasts a thriving visual arts community. Throughout the year, you can tap into the local arts scene at art festivals, craft fairs, and makers markets in … [Read More...]
Affordable Thanksgiving turkey dinner to go 2019
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, Puget Sound area grocery stores offer prepared Thanksgiving dinner to go. The deli and catering department at your local … [Read More...]
Seattle restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day 2019
If you prefer to dine out for Thanksgiving dinner at a restaurant, check our list of locally owned and operated Seattle restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day. We also have a list … [Read More...]
Glass Blowing Studios and Glass Art Galleries
Only Murano island, near Venice, Italy has more glassblowing studios than found in Seattle. Read more about the history of glass and development of the art in … [Read More...]
Best discount grocery stores and bakery outlets
Here’s our list of the best discount grocery stores, bargain warehouse stores, specialty discount grocers, and bakery outlets in Seattle and around the Puget Sound … [Read More...]
Visit the best Seattle-Tacoma museums for less
Listed below are some of the most popular and highly rated museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area along with information about discount tickets, and in some cases free admission. … [Read More...]
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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...]
Our guide to Black Friday shopping in Seattle
Thanksgiving Weekend is the one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year, from the day after Thanksgiving (Black … [Read More...]
7 affordable winter sports on ice and snow
Here is a list of winter sports you can enjoy in Washington State, including popular sports such as skiing, ice skating, … [Read More...]
Entertainment & Nightlife
Auburn Veterans Parade, Saturday 11AM
The city of Auburn, Washington is located 25 miles south of Seattle, just east of I-5 on Highway 18. Auburn is … [Read More...]
Veterans Day parades and commemorative events
Here’s our list of Veteran’s Day parades and other commemorative events in Seattle and around the Puget Sound … [Read More...]
Art & craft shows in the Puget Sound region
The Puget Sound region boasts a thriving visual arts community. Throughout the year, you can tap into the local arts … [Read More...]
Our big list of free & cheap tours
We found a cache of free tours (and a few cheap ones at $15 or less) that visitors and residents alike will enjoy. Each … [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...]
Seattle restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day 2019
If you prefer to dine out for Thanksgiving dinner at a restaurant, check our list of locally owned and operated Seattle … [Read More...]
Free “Festál” ethnic festivals at Seattle Center
Festal is a year-long series of FREE cultural festivals that honor the richness and diversity of the Pacific … [Read More...]
Fast food restaurant dining deals and discounts
This list of fast food restaurant discounts features local and chain restaurant dining deals in the Seattle-Tacoma metro … [Read More...]
Performing & Visual Arts
Our big list of movie theaters in the Puget Sound region
Below is a fairly comprehensive list* of Seattle movie theaters, including independent first run movie theaters, art … [Read More...]
Our big list of annual film festivals
Seattle is one of the top cities worldwide (easily in the top 100) for "cinemability", which is a measure of our ability … [Read More...]
Our big list of live music venues (all genres)
These bars, clubs, cafés, lounges, and performance halls are popular live music venues in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area … [Read More...]
Free events and cheap tickets to Seattle Opera
Seattle Opera presents entertaining and insightful previews and lectures about the operas they produce every … [Read More...]
Free art walks from Everett to Tacoma
Art walks happen almost every weekend somewhere in Seattle or around the Puget Sound region. During these events, nearby … [Read More...]
Discount theatre tickets to West Seattle ArtsWest plays
ArtsWest is a vibrant center for both performing and visual arts located in the West Seattle Junction. ArtsWest aims for … [Read More...]
Discount theater tickets at Seattle Repertory Theatre
Seattle Repertory Theatre believes that theatre should be affordable for everyone. No matter what your budget is, the … [Read More...]
Discount tickets for UW students at Meany Center
Meany Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Washington Seattle Campus fosters innovative performances that … [Read More...]
Sports & Recreation
Kids can Try Hockey Free in the Puget Sound region
USA Hockey provides the foundation for the sport of ice hockey in America, helping young people become leaders (even … [Read More...]
Free entrance days at Washington State Parks
Take advantage of free entrance days in National Parks and Washington State Parks throughout the year. Mark your … [Read More...]
Our big list of boat shows & waterfront festivals
Seattle is nearly surrounded by fresh and salt water. Residents in the Puget Sound region enjoy a wide variety of … [Read More...]
Best Seattle parks to visit on a rainy day
Seattle has over 400 parks. Here, we're listing just a handful that can be fun to visit, even on a drizzly … [Read More...]
Our big list of Washington State ski ticket discounts
There are 10 ski areas in western Washington State, nine in the Cascade Range and one in the Olympic Range on the … [Read More...]
13 best nature walks to see Seattle fall color
In an average year, the best time to see Seattle fall color is the first two to three weeks of October. Fall … [Read More...]
Popular King County parks for day hikes
King County park system covers 26,000 acres of public lands. That's an unlimited amount of awesome. The award-winning … [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 … [Read More...]
Day Trips & Getaways in Washington State
Getaway: 10 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...]
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...]
Where to watch wildlife in Washington State (free!)
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) owns or manages nearly a million acres of land divided into 33 … [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...]
Most amazing natural wonders in Washington State
The following destinations represent some of the most interesting natural wonders in around Washington State. We've … [Read More...]
11 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free
The following list includes 11 lighthouses you can visit in the Puget Sound region. They are arranged north to south. … [Read More...]
More free fun and cheap things to do
Glass Blowing Studios and Glass Art Galleries
Only Murano island, near Venice, Italy has more glassblowing studios than found in Seattle. Read more about the … [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 … [Read More...]
Fun ways to volunteer around Puget Sound
Volunteer opportunities These organizations and events offer opportunities for adults to contribute volunteer hours, … [Read More...]
Free fun things to do at the library might surprise you
Libraries are a great resource for anyone looking for fun, free things to do, as well as someone who wants to learn a … [Read More...]
Our list for disaster relief and charitable donations
The best way to help whenever a disaster strikes at home or abroad is to donate money to reputable, established … [Read More...]
Family loaner backpack for Arboretum adventures
Washington Park Arboretum holds a world class collection of woody plants that can be explored independently, as well as … [Read More...]
Salmon spawning season in Western Washington
Beginning in summer and lasting well into fall is the salmon spawning season. Many people enjoy watching wild salmon as … [Read More...]
Air shows in the Puget Sound region
Seattle made aviation history in 1916 when William E. Boeing and Navy Lt. Conrad Westervelt formed the Boeing Airplane … [Read More...]
Shopping New & Used
Best things to buy in November
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [Read More...]
Best things to buy in October
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [Read More...]
Best things to buy in September
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [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...]
Discounts and coupons
99 free and cheap things to do this weekend
For the weekend of November 15-17, 2019 check out this delectable deluge of free and cheap things to do in the greater … [Read More...]
Veterans Day free meals and shopping discounts
Most of these Veterans Day free meals and shopping deals are for veterans and active duty personnel. A few are also … [Read More...]
Visit the best Seattle-Tacoma museums for less
Listed below are some of the most popular and highly rated museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area along with … [Read More...]
How to get free and discount museum admission
There are dozens of museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region. You could visit two almost every week and not hit the … [Read More...]
Practical Matters
Affordable Thanksgiving turkey dinner to go 2019
If you prefer to leave the cooking to someone else, Puget Sound area grocery stores offer prepared Thanksgiving dinner … [Read More...]
Best discount grocery stores and bakery outlets
Here’s our list of the best discount grocery stores, bargain warehouse stores, specialty discount grocers, and bakery … [Read More...]
Crisis Centers and Suicide Hot Lines
Find resources for yourself or others experiencing emotional, housing, or financial crisis. The following crisis centers … [Read More...]
Get emergency alerts in the Puget Sound region
There are several emergency notification systems in the greater Seattle metropolitan area and throughout the Puget Sound … [Read More...]
Free repair of your broken stuff around Puget Sound
Got broken stuff? Are you favorite jeans torn? At "repair cafes", you can bring broken household items or torn clothing … [Read More...]
Free, safe disposal of unwanted medications in Washington state
Protect your family and our environment from a common cause of accidents by safely disposing of medications you no … [Read More...]
Grocery list + easy recipes for college students
The following list of groceries are foods that are widely available and easy to use with little or no preparation before … [Read More...]
Free Small Business Fair in Renton
Washington Small Business Fair (Biz Fair) is an free annual event for new and existing small business owners. Biz Fair … [Read More...]
