Here's our annual July 4th fireworks list of places to see free public shows in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area, including Everett, Bellevue, Kirkland, and JBLM, plus 22 other cities … [Read More...]
Featured this week
What’s open/closed: July 7 update to WA ‘Safe Start’
On May 29, Gov. Jay Inslee released a county-by-county based “Safe Start” reopening plan for resuming recreational, social and business activities. Read more about county-by-count … [Read More...]
New! updated 7/02. Outdoor summer movies
Summertime means movies on outdoor screens. And as any Seattleite knows, summer begins in July in the Puget Sound region. Hence, so do most outdoor movies. In the list below, … [Read More...]
Our big list of movie theaters
Below is a comprehensive list* of movie theaters in the Seattle-Tacoma area, including independent first-run movie theaters, art film houses and second-run discount movie theaters, … [Read More...]
Woodland Park Zoo re-opens with a new, safe, outdoor experience
Woodland Park Zoo has re-opened for summer 2020 with timed ticketing and limited attendance. It’s a new, safe, outdoor experience for all. It’s time to make new memories and … [Read More...]
Seattle Aquarium re-opens with timed ticketing and limited attendance
The Seattle Aquarium has re-opened for summer 2020 with timed ticketing and limited attendance, which means you’ll get up close to the animals and not other visitors. It's a new, … [Read More...]
Live & virtual events and things to do July 4th weekend
Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. In the weekend event list below for July 3-5, 2020, you'll find virtual as well as live … [Read More...]
New! updated 6/25. Virtual hiking and nature events
The Mountaineers is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization with 14,000 active members in the Pacific Northwest. With several branches and mountain lodges, it's easy to find a … [Read More...]
Virtual SIFF Cinema movie rentals and filmmaking events
Many people are familiar with the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF). The 25-day film festival held every spring offers movie aficionados hundreds of feature-length films, … [Read More...]
10 frugal ways to stay fit in Seattle
Fitness exercise is a popular reality in Seattle. The city consistently ranks as one of the healthiest places in the country, as reported by the American College of Sports Medicine … [Read More...]
Our big list of Washington State ski ticket discounts
There are 13 Washington State ski areas, 10 in the West and Central parts of the state and 3 in the East: Nine ski areas in the Cascade Range nearest the Seattle-Tacoma metro … [Read More...]
Washington State Fairgrounds in Puyallup
Washington State Fair (formerly the Puyallup Fair) is the largest single attraction held annually in the state of Washington. The Fair continually ranks as one of the largest fairs … [Read More...]
New! updated 6/23. Summer camps & school break camps
We've recently updated our summer camps list and will continue to review it every few weeks. Some camps are cancelled and many are accepting registration. There is a lot of … [Read More...]
Tips and tricks for photographing fireworks
Photographing fireworks is challenging. Below, we offer some tips from National Geographic and other sources for capturing images of nighttime fireworks shows. Also, we list some … [Read More...]
Educate yourself on local fireworks laws
The symbolic use of fireworks on the July 4th, New Years Eve, and other celebratory events is something Americans have always enjoyed. However, for public safety reasons, many … [Read More...]
Jazz Alley live music updated to return July 30, 2020
Jazz Alley issued an update on their highly anticipated return to live music shows. Although licensed as a Restaurant and allowed to open at 50% capacity, they have not been given … [Read More...]
30 great park trails for kids in the Puget Sound region
Here's a list of parks throughout the Puget Sound region that feature easy nature walks that are great places to take your kids. These park trails make for pleasant day trips, … [Read More...]
Best places to browse, buy, and trade used books
The following organizations are great places to buy used books in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. Some also hold book fairs or book sales throughout the year--look for … [Read More...]
List of Washington State Parks open for recreation
Remember when using Washington State and other parks, trails, and recreational areas that it is crucial to maintain social distancing in 2020. Your behavior affects the health of … [Read More...]
Free local livestream, virtual tours, and online classes
Listed below is local online content including livestreams and virtual tours at museums and other attractions around the Puget Sound region. We also have a list of free live music … [Read More...]
What’s closed and open July 4th, 2020
2020 Federal Holiday Dates Wednesday, January 1: New Year’s Day Monday, January 20: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (3rd Monday in January) Monday, February 17: President’s … [Read More...]
Farmers markets in the Puget Sound region
Farmers markets had been closed due to WA stay-at-home orders. Farmers Market managers have worked with government agencies to adopt new rules in order to open farmers markets. See … [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...]
Free weekly download of J.K. Rowling’s new book “The Ickabog” thru July 10
Big day for fans of Harry Potter. Maybe. J.K. Rowling's next book is available for free. However, It isn’t Harry Potter. It's an entirely different story. "The Ickabog" is a … [Read More...]
Month-by-month u-pick crops around Puget Sound
Here’s our list of popular u-pick crops and when to pick them around the Puget Sound region. In addition, we provide links to a list of farms for each u-pick crop. If … [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 are prepared. Whether you will be in a motor boat, sailboat, … [Read More...]
All about cloth face masks: wearing, making, donating
As of April 7, 2020, we’ve updated this information about the use of cloth face masks based on information published by CDC and Washington State Department of Health. Anytime … [Read More...]
Delivery Services
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...]
Local CSA delivery from farms and other food producers
Community Supported Agriculture, commonly known as CSA, is a subscription service with a local farmer. Local farmers … [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...]
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...]
Events & Things to do
2020 July 4th fireworks & events…virtual & otherwise…
Here's our annual July 4th fireworks list of places to see free public shows in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area, including … [Read More...]
CANCELLED: 2020 Tacoma Rainiers baseball season
On June 30, 2020 on the Tacoma Rainiers Facebook page, Pacific Coast League President Branch B. Rickey announced the … [Read More...]
Fast food restaurant deals and discounts
This list of fast food restaurant discounts features local and chain restaurant dining deals in the Seattle-Tacoma metro … [Read More...]
Our big lists of fun
Our big list of movie theaters
Our big list of free & cheap tours
Our big list of film festivals and special movie screenings
Our big list of live music venues (all genres)
Our big list of historic performing arts theatres
Our big list of Home & Garden shows
Our big list of annual food festivals
Our big list of public gardens and garden tours
Our big list of car shows and auto clubs
Shopping New & Used
What’s open/closed: July 7 update to WA ‘Safe Start’
On May 29, Gov. Jay Inslee released a county-by-county based “Safe Start” reopening plan for resuming recreational, … [Read More...]
Best places to browse, buy, and trade used books
The following organizations are great places to buy used books in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. Some also hold … [Read More...]
Flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls
Here’s a list of flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls in the Puget Sound region. This list does not … [Read More...]
Find a tool library in the Puget Sound region
Like a traditional library, a Tool Library is a sustainable community resource that lends tools for short term use. … [Read More...]
Practical Matters
What’s open/closed: July 7 update to WA ‘Safe Start’
On May 29, Gov. Jay Inslee released a county-by-county based “Safe Start” reopening plan for resuming recreational, … [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...]
10 frugal ways to stay fit in Seattle
Fitness exercise is a popular reality in Seattle. The city consistently ranks as one of the healthiest places in the … [Read More...]
Find a tool library in the Puget Sound region
Like a traditional library, a Tool Library is a sustainable community resource that lends tools for short term use. … [Read More...]
Farmers markets in the Puget Sound region
Farmers markets had been closed due to WA stay-at-home orders. Farmers Market managers have worked with government … [Read More...]
7 ways to pay for college without loans
There are several ways to pay for college without resorting to college loans. Loans are a type of financial aid that … [Read More...]
How to start a vegetable garden in the Pac NW
It's easy to start vegetable gardening. Well, it can be. Read on for several ideas for getting started in small, easy … [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. … [Read More...]
