For the President's Day weekend of February 15-18, 2019 check out this rapturous roundup of free and cheap things to do … [Read More...]
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What’s open and closed on President’s Day 2019
Monday, February 18, 2019 is President’s Day aka Washington’s Birthday (that would be the first President, George … [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...]
Home & Garden shows in the Puget Sound region
Home shows offer a day of leisurely shopping, where you can compare home and garden improvement needs, or compile a … [Read More...]
Free stargazing every month around Puget Sound
Stargazing is simply observing the night sky. It's an enjoyable hobby enjoyed by many outdoor enthusiasts and amateur … [Read More...]
Free and cheap meditation resources
Meditation is a great way to relax and reduce stress or “unplug” from the pace and responsibilities of everyday life. … [Read More...]
Discount tickets day-of-show at 5th Avenue Theater
The 5th Avenue theater offers the following Day-of-Show discount tickets to select performances during the … [Read More...]
Our big list of annual film festivals
Here is the line-up of annual film festivals in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region. Current festivals are listed … [Read More...]
Black history month in Seattle
February is Black History Month, making it the perfect time to highlight African American culture and the black … [Read More...]
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Celebrate Lunar New Year around the Sound
Seattle is home to a diverse community of Asian cultures who celebrate the Lunar New Year. The lunar calendar follows … [Read More...]
$10 night hike to see owls at Seward Park in Seattle
Seward Park in south Seattle features an old-growth forest with beautiful, natural views of Lake Washington and Mount … [Read More...]
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...]
7 design ideas from Seattle Flower & Garden Show
Celebrating 30 years in 2018, the Northwest Flower & Garden Show featured inspirational, beautiful, educational, and … [Read More...]
Free documentary film about Northwest tribes
Promised Land is an award-winning social justice documentary film that follows two tribes in the Pacific Northwest: the … [Read More...]
Home Gardening Resources for the Puget Sound region
Gardening in the Puget Sound region gets the advantage of rich volcanic soils, abundant rain, and year-round temperate … [Read More...]
Entertainment & Nightlife
93 Free attractions around the Puget Sound region
These are some of the Seattle-Tacoma metro area's best attractions. For any of these activities, you can easily spend an … [Read More...]
Celebrate Lunar New Year around the Sound
Seattle is home to a diverse community of Asian cultures who celebrate the Lunar New Year. The lunar calendar follows … [Read More...]
75+ best places for happy hour food and drinks
Here are our suggestions for some of the best happy hours in Seattle. These are some of the most popular venues and … [Read More...]
50+ restaurants for free food on birthdays, anniversaries
Here’s a list of Seattle restaurants and other eateries in the Puget Sound region or across Washington State that offer … [Read More...]
Discounts for Puget Sound area restaurants
Every week, we update this list of fast food deals available at chain restaurants throughout Seattle and the Puget Sound … [Read More...]
Seattle metro area sports teams (pro & college)
Here’s the roster of men and women’s professional sports teams and selected college teams in Seattle-Tacoma metro area. … [Read More...]
Performing & Visual Arts
Ultimate guide to Seattle-Tacoma museums
Here's our list of museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area, over 90 museums throughout the Puget Sound region. We've … [Read More...]
Our big list of annual film festivals
Here is the line-up of annual film festivals in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region. Current festivals are listed … [Read More...]
Free museums in the Puget Sound region
Here are free museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area, including those with free admission every day, as well as free … [Read More...]
Where and when to see discount movies
You can see discount movies at most Seattle area movie theaters for the first show of the day (around NOON), and at a … [Read More...]
2019 Academy Award films and Oscar night parties
Each year, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recognizes excellence in the motion picture arts and … [Read More...]
Our list of free and cheap live music venues
Theses popular spots in Seattle have live music (some DJs) with cover charges at $10 or less; most are free. We focus on … [Read More...]
Sports & Recreation
$10 night hike to see owls at Seward Park in Seattle
Seward Park in south Seattle features an old-growth forest with beautiful, natural views of Lake Washington and Mount … [Read More...]
Bike riding information and safety tips
If you are a bicycle rider, this is your one-stop site for information about bike riding in the Puget Sound region … [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...]
10 best outdoor activities year-round
The following outdoor activities feature popular year-round sport and recreation pursuits around Puget Sound and the … [Read More...]
Best value gym and CrossFit
For gym memberships, CrossFit classes, and other fitness programs, we offer a list of facilities with modest fees, based … [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...]
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...]
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 day--not that … [Read More...]
Day Trips & Getaways in Washington State
Getaway: Wenatchee Apple Blossom Festival (150 miles)
The 11-day Washington State Apple Blossom Festival is held in Wenatchee (150 mi. E of Seattle) from the last weekend in … [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...]
Getaway: Annual festivals in Leavenworth (120 miles)
Leavenworth, Washington is a small town (pop. ~2,000) about 120 miles east of Seattle. Nestled in the western foothills … [Read More...]
More free fun and cheap things to do
Free stargazing every month around Puget Sound
Stargazing is simply observing the night sky. It's an enjoyable hobby enjoyed by many outdoor enthusiasts and amateur … [Read More...]
Wine tasting in Seattle and the Puget Sound region
One reason to go to a wine tasting is to try several wines at one time, allowing you to compare the characteristics of … [Read More...]
Dance lessons and social dancing around the Sound
The following free and cheap dance classes and social dances are offered at dance studios and ballrooms around the Puget … [Read More...]
Free online encyclopedia of Washington state
HistoryLink.org is the first and largest free, online encyclopedia of community history created expressly for the … [Read More...]
Free trade magazine subscriptions
TradePub.com offers free business and technology trade magazine subscriptions and technical document downloads. … [Read More...]
Free and cheap e-books + free e-reader software
Digital media is any file that can be used on a computer or other digital device and includes electronic or e-books, … [Read More...]
Best places to find used books around the Sound
The following organizations regularly hold used book sales in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. It's a great way … [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 … [Read More...]
Shopping Tips
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...]
Home & Garden shows in the Puget Sound region
Home shows offer a day of leisurely shopping, where you can compare home and garden improvement needs, or compile a … [Read More...]
Best things to buy in February
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [Read More...]
Best used clothing stores in Seattle and Puget Sound
Our list of the best second-hand clothing stores in Seattle and surrounding cities in the Puget Sound region. We’ve … [Read More...]
Practical Matters
Free and cheap meditation resources
Meditation is a great way to relax and reduce stress or “unplug” from the pace and responsibilities of everyday life. … [Read More...]
7 design ideas from Seattle Flower & Garden Show
Celebrating 30 years in 2018, the Northwest Flower & Garden Show featured inspirational, beautiful, educational, and … [Read More...]
Free guides and rebates for building a rain garden
A rain garden is a shallow planting area designed to capture and filter some of the Pacific Northwest's ubiquitous … [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...]
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...]
Secrets to happiness and success
Most people want success and happiness. Achieving both is one of the tricky bits of life. And it's not the same … [Read More...]
Best discount grocery stores, warehouses, bakery outlets
Here’s our list of the best discount grocery stores, bargain warehouse stores, specialty discount grocers, and bakery … [Read More...]
Free vision and eye exams for infants 6-12 months
You can get free comprehensive vision and eye exams for children under age of one through InfantSee, a program that … [Read More...]
