Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. For the weekend of July 26-28, 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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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 region. Hence, so do most outdoor movies. In the list below, … [Read More...]
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Free outdoor summer music concerts
Here's our big list of (mostly) free outdoor summer music concerts in Seattle and cities around the Puget Sound region. If the weather looks iffy, check their website before you … [Read More...]
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Seafair signature events and community festivals
Many people think that Seattle's Seafair summer festival is Seafair Weekend in August with hydroplane races on Lake Washington and the Blue Angels flying overhead. Far from it. … [Read More...]
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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...]
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Getaway: Lavender farms on the Washington Peninsula (66 mi NW via ferry)
Lavender farms can be found in various parts of Washington State. The largest cluster is on the northeast corner of the Olympic Peninsula, near the town of Sequim and the … [Read More...]
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Take a hike! Metro summer bus service to Cascade trailheads
Trailhead Direct is a seasonal metro bus service that operates on weekends and designated holidays, which are Memorial Day (last Monday in May), Independence Day (July 4), and … [Read More...]
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Chuck E. Cheese Summer Fun Pass offers safe place for game play
Chuck E. Cheese Summer Fun Pass provides you with a safe and fun-filled activity for your child during summer. Chuck E. Cheese in Washington is the place for games and arcade … [Read More...]
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Tickets and information for Seafair Weekend (August 2-4, 2024)
Seafair Weekend is the culmination of Seattle's summer festival. One of Seattle's favorite traditions at Genesee Park in south Seattle on Lake Washington. It's an exhilarating rite … [Read More...]
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Ultimate Guide to free spray parks, wading pools, beaches in the Puget Sound region
Local conservation experts encourage people to use free public spray parks and wading pools rather than fill their home “kiddy pools” or run backyard sprinklers. Home wading pools … [Read More...]
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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 moving sales, estate sales, and consignment sales. So check our … [Read More...]
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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...]
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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 metro area and Western Washington counties around the Puget … [Read More...]
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Car-free Bicycle Weekends in southeast Seattle
Seattle Parks and Recreation has announced the schedule for 2023’s set of open street events on Lake Washington Boulevard between Mount Baker and Seward Park. Now dubbed “Bicycle … [Read More...]
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Where to find food trucks in the Puget Sound region
Street food is beloved the world over for a casual eating experience, quick service, affordable prices, seasonal specialties, and a wide range of cuisines and tastes. Food … [Read More...]
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Free summer bowling for kids (and their adults)
Bowling centers, schools, and other community organizations have worked together to provide affordable bowling to kids and families. It's a great summer activity designed by … [Read More...]
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Flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls
Listed below are flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls in the Puget Sound region. This list does not include salvage and second-hand clothing stores. For these, you'll … [Read More...]
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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 was organized by a committee of businessmen from the … [Read More...]
Just added to our calendar…
These are the newest events added to our calendar. To see all events, go to our virtual/live event calendar.
History & archaeology events in King County Parks
What's the history of King County's parks? How long have people been using the land & in what ways? Join King … [Read More...]
Target back-to-school savings
In 2024, Target is introducing new savings on top items for back-to-school and back-to-college. School List Assist is … [Read More...]
Staples backpack and school supply recycling program
Staples is one of the only retailers in America where you can recycle your backpacks and school supplies at no cost, … [Read More...]
Community garage sale on Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill Garage Sale in Seattle features their junk, your found treasures in a community-wide event centered around … [Read More...]
Seattle Parks & Rec “Big Day of Play”
Big Day of Play is a celebration of Seattle's diversity and it encourages communities, neighbors, and families to have … [Read More...]
Getaway: Washington State Garlic Fest in Centralia (85 mi. S)
Celebrate Southwest Washington agricultural and industrial heritage. Fun family festival featuring garlic, bands, arts … [Read More...]
Annual Seattle Design Festival at Lake Union Park
The Seattle Design Festival (SDF), formerly known as Design in Public, was founded in 2011 to celebrate all the ways … [Read More...]
International Tattoo Expo at Seattle Center
An annual gathering of the tattoo community featuring artists from around the country. The Seattle Tattoo Expo was … [Read More...]
Annual Film Festival on Anderson Island in Puget Sound
The Anderson Island Film Festival selects local and regional emerging and established filmmakers whose works enrich, … [Read More...]
Getaway: North Central Washington Fair in Waterville (170 mi. E)
North Central Washington Fair (NCW) in late August has attracted thousands of people for over 100 years to Waterville, … [Read More...]
Getaway: Annual Beachcombers Driftwood Show & Glass Float Hunt in Grayland (140 mi. SW)
The annual summertime Beachcombers Driftwood Show & Glass Float Hunt, at the historic Grayland Community Hall, … [Read More...]
1st Friday free artwalks in Seattle and around Puget Sound
Several cities around the Puget Sound region host First Friday art walks with galleries, shops. and restaurants … [Read More...]
Arts & entertainment
Live and virtual events in the Puget Sound region
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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...]
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Free outdoor summer music concerts
Here's our big list of (mostly) free outdoor summer music concerts in Seattle and cities around the Puget Sound region. … [Read More...]
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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...]
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Where to see the Blue Angels for free Seafair Weekend
The Boeing Air Show during Seattle Seafair Weekend is a must see for all families and thrill seekers. For many across … [Read More...]
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Seafair signature events and community festivals
Many people think that Seattle's Seafair summer festival is Seafair Weekend in August with hydroplane races on Lake … [Read More...]
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Free Alki Art Fair supports community artists
Alki Art Fair is a Washington State nonprofit all-volunteer organization that seeks to advance art education and … [Read More...]
Practical Matters
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Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining
Listed below are food deals (and drink deals) and restaurant dining discounts available throughout the Seattle-Tacoma … [Read More...]
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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...]
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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...]
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Local CSA delivery from farms and other food producers
Listed below are many ways to source local farm foods and products. We update the list from time to time, so check back … [Read More...]
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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...]
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10 cheapest places to buy gas in Seattle and Tacoma
Bookmark this page to always find the lowest price on gas in the greater Seattle metropolitan area. The list of gas … [Read More...]
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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...]
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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...]