Seattle Center Festál presents free cultural festivals throughout the year. Each event highlights the distinct cultures and common threads of the ethnic communities of people living in the Puget Sound region. The festivals showcase the traditional and contemporary art, music, foods, youth activities, workshops and … [Read more...] about Free “Festál” ethnic festivals at Seattle Center
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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. We include major and minor league baseball teams, football and soccer, as well as rugby, basketball, hockey, and roller derby. In addition, we include a few junior professional and collegiate teams, … [Read more...] about Seattle metro area sports teams (pro & college)
50 best sports bars in Seattle and the Puget Sound region
Here are our suggestions for the best sports bars, places where you can watch major league football and baseball teams (as well as collegiate games and other sporting events such as the Kentucky Derby, the Olympics, and World Cup Soccer) on big screen TVs in Seattle neighborhood establishments and other cities around … [Read more...] about 50 best sports bars in Seattle and the Puget Sound region
Bumbershoot Arts & Music Fest Labor Day weekend
Seattle's legendary Bumbershoot Music & Art Festival takes place every Labor Day weekend in the heart of the city on the 74-acre Seattle Center campus. Each year, thousands of people from across the country flock to Seattle Center to attend this acclaimed festival, which has become one of the biggest and … [Read more...] about Bumbershoot Arts & Music Fest Labor Day weekend
2022 FIFA World Cup watch parties and more
The worldwide soccer tournament known as the “World Cup” takes place every four years. Football teams from around the globe compete for the coveted trophy. Not surprisingly, it is estimated that 10 times as many people watch the World Cup as watch the NFL Super Bowl football championship in the United … [Read more...] about 2022 FIFA World Cup watch parties and more
Free art walks from Everett to Tacoma
Art walks happen almost every weekend somewhere in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. During these events, nearby merchants often offer specials on food, drinks, gifts, and other fun. Scan the list below for a day and place near you--or plan a staycation to explore a new neighborhood or city through its vibrant art … [Read more...] about Free art walks from Everett to Tacoma
6 Jimi Hendrix memorials in Seattle & Renton
James Marshall “ Jimi” Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942 and died September 18, 1970. Originally named Johnny Allen by his parents Al and Lucille (Jeter), his father changed Jimi’s name to James Marshall. He is renowned as one of rock n’ roll’s best guitarists with a unique left-hand playing style on a right-hand … [Read more...] about 6 Jimi Hendrix memorials in Seattle & Renton
How to get discount tickets to 5th Avenue Theater
The 5th Avenue Theatre is one of the nation's premier incubators for new musical theater. The 5th Avenue Theatre is also known for its world class, critically acclaimed productions of musicals chosen from both contemporary works and the Golden Age of Broadway, as well as the latest touring offerings from New … [Read more...] about How to get discount tickets to 5th Avenue Theater
75+ best places for happy hour food and drinks
We haven't updated this list yet for 2022 but expect to review the list "soon". As we are all aware, some locations may have closed. Here are our suggestions for some of the best happy hours in Seattle. These are some of the most popular venues and hidden hideaways in neighborhoods throughout the Emerald City. Note … [Read more...] about 75+ best places for happy hour food and drinks
Find Groupon discounts on food and fun things to do
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We're all about free things to do. We also believe in getting the most value for your dollar. So here is you one-stop place to find Groupon discount coupons, coupon codes, and other ways to save on entertainment, food, and more in the Puget Sound region and across the country. Groupon Discount Coupons Groupon offers … [Read more...] about Find Groupon discounts on food and fun things to do
Our big list of live music gigs & concerts
These bars, clubs, cafés, lounges, and performance halls are popular live music venues in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area in all genres of music from rock to jazz to classical. Since we assume people prefer specific styles of music, we’ve arranged the list to help narrow your entertainment choices. We grouped the … [Read more...] about Our big list of live music gigs & concerts
Our big list of film festivals and special movie screenings
Seattle is one of the top cities worldwide (easily in the top 100) for "cinemability", which is a measure of our ability to support movie goers. Cinemability includes issues such as ticket price, available movie titles, and the number of movie screens, cinema multiplexes, independent movie houses, and film … [Read more...] about Our big list of film festivals and special movie screenings
Ballard Jazz Festival
Ballard Jazz Festival (BJF) is held in the quaint-cum-trendy Seattle neighborhood along Salmon Bay. It is one of the Northwest's newer cultural events However, BJF has quickly established itself as a major addition to the Seattle music scene. It is a worthy destination, whether you live south of the … [Read more...] about Ballard Jazz Festival
Low power FM community radio stations in the Puget Sound region
Have you ever gone to the drive-in movies and turned on your radio to hear the audio of the film? Or tuned into a station listed on a highway sign for ferry, highway, or weather information? If so, you’ve used a Low Power FM radio station. These stations are becoming more popular as folks learn the benefits … [Read more...] about Low power FM community radio stations in the Puget Sound region
Ultimate guide to museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Listed below are museums throughout the Puget Sound region. Included are museums focused on art, aviation, science & technology, glass, Native American culture, history of the region, and many other topics. Art Museums Bainbridge Island Art Museums Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, 550 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge … [Read more...] about Ultimate guide to museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Our big list of historic performing arts theatres
Seattle is home to many historic theatres built in the early 1900s. These were silent movie palaces and vaudeville stages in their day. Today, the theatres listed here have been restored to the original luster and re-purposed as performing arts venues featuring music, dance, comedy, stage plays, musicals, spoken word, … [Read more...] about Our big list of historic performing arts theatres
Where to find food trucks in the Puget Sound region
Food trucks are a form of street food. 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. Some Seattle food trucks are spin-offs from restaurants, bringing their cuisine to new neighborhoods. It's … [Read more...] about Where to find food trucks in the Puget Sound region
Free live music in the Puget Sound region
This list of free music includes everything from classical concerts to folk music sing-alongs with free admission to no cover rock bands at bars and pretty much anything in-between, from country to jazz and soul to alternative. If it's free, we'll find it and put it here for you. "No cover" events can … [Read more...] about Free live music in the Puget Sound region
Cultural heritage festivals in the Puget Sound region
We have a lot of festivals in the Puget Sound region, some say more than many other places in the country. At Greater Seattle on the Cheap, we provide information for hundreds of festivals and fairs throughout the year, including many cultural heritage festivals. These festivals especially feature Asian, Black … [Read more...] about Cultural heritage festivals in the Puget Sound region
24-hour restaurants offer dining all day and all night
When you're hit with a late night (or very early morning) snack attack, these are your go-to restaurants. Place you can grab a bite to eat any time of day. Besides well-known national chain restaurants, we’ve listed locally-grown eateries and 24-hour grocery stores that can provide substance any time of day or … [Read more...] about 24-hour restaurants offer dining all day and all night
Compelling art & culture events at Seattle Town Hall
Seattle Town Hall is a vibrant gathering place in the heart of Seattle with a busy event calendar offering civic, arts, and educational programs that reflect and inspire our region’s best impulses: creativity, empathy, and the belief that we all deserve a voice. Far more than just a venue, Town Hall is a … [Read more...] about Compelling art & culture events at Seattle Town Hall
