Events & Things to do

Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining

These food deals (and drink deals) and restaurant dining discounts are available throughout the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. Valentine's Day deals are listed first, followed by other restaurants offerings and discounts. You'll find offers from local eateries, national chains, and fast food restaurants. As always, we … [Read more...] about Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining

2021 Tacoma Rainiers baseball season

The Tacoma Rainiers is the Triple AAA Affiliate of the Seattle Mariners Professional Baseball Club, and a member of the Pacific Coast Minors League. The Rainiers play their home games at Cheney Stadium, just 26 miles south of the Mariner's at Safeco Field in Seattle. About the Tacoma Rainiers Following a … [Read more...] about 2021 Tacoma Rainiers baseball season

When and where to watch the giant Peamouth minnow spawn

Countless peamouth minnows* return to Bellevue's Kelsey Creek in the spring to spawn, and then head back to Lake Washington. The creek is plastered with gazillions of sticky little eggs. Unlike the stereotypical minnow (about 1-1/2 inches), peamouth average a foot long and live an average of eight years. * Mylocheilus … [Read more...] about When and where to watch the giant Peamouth minnow spawn

Northwest Folklife: annual Memorial Day Weekend festival

Northwest Folklife Festival is the annual free Memorial Day weekend celebration of ethnic, folk, and traditional arts. Folklife is Seattle's unofficial leap into summer, with four days of jam-packed excitement all day and into the night. About Northwest Folklife The Memorial Day Weekend festival is … [Read more...] about Northwest Folklife: annual Memorial Day Weekend festival

Memorial Day Weekend events 2021

Memorial Day is a National holiday observed annually on the last Monday in May. The holiday honors men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. It’s also the unofficial beginning of summer. To observe Memorial Day, many military cemeteries and war memorials hold commemorative events to honor and … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend events 2021

Free “Festál” ethnic festivals at Seattle Center

Seattle Center Festál presents free cultural festivals on weekends throughout the year. Each event highlights the distinct cultures and common threads of ethnic communities in the Puget Sound region through traditional and contemporary art, music, foods, youth activities, workshops and more. Festal was founded in … [Read more...] about Free “Festál” ethnic festivals at Seattle Center

How to get free or low cost tickets to Seattle Aquarium

Regular admission is $35 for adults (13+) and $25 for kids (4-12). Washington State residents can get $5 off regular ticket prices. Still, it can make for an expensive day, especially if you are a family on a budget. Fortunately, there are several ways to get free or low cost tickets, which we list below. About … [Read more...] about How to get free or low cost tickets to Seattle Aquarium

Van Gogh: Seattle-Tacoma digital art exhibits

Immersive digital art exhibits are popular around the globe, drawing crowds to sold out shows. These walk-through (and sometimes drive-thru) art shows are set to music and offer a 360-degree visual and audio experience. There are currently several traveling shows featuring the work of Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. … [Read more...] about Van Gogh: Seattle-Tacoma digital art exhibits

Getaway: Lavender farms on the Washington Peninsula

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 surrounding Dungeness Valley. This area is widely known for premium lavender. Visitors come from around the world to experience the beauty of this … [Read more...] about Getaway: Lavender farms on the Washington Peninsula

Woodland Park Zoo is a safe, outdoor experience (except for the dinosaurs)

Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo is a 92-acre urban oasis located on Phinney Ridge. The Zoo presents exhibits featuring animals in their natural habitat, is accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, and certified by the American Humane Conservation program. The zoo is dedicated to wildlife … [Read more...] about Woodland Park Zoo is a safe, outdoor experience (except for the dinosaurs)

Tickets and information for Seafair Weekend

Seafair Weekend is the culmination of Seattle's summer festival. It's an exhilarating rite of summer, complete with thundering hydroplane boats on the water and an air show overhead. One of Seattle's favorite traditions at Genesee Park in south Seattle on Lake Washington, the day features the U.S. Navy Blue … [Read more...] about Tickets and information for Seafair Weekend

Seafair signature events and community festivals

Many people think that Seattle's Seafair summer festival is the hydroplane races on Lake Washington with the Blue Angels flying overhead during Seafair Weekend in August. Far from it. Seafair is a summer-long festival from June through August, with several signature events and many, many community events … [Read more...] about Seafair signature events and community festivals

Earth Day events in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area

Earth Day events in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area include conservation, recycling, and other activities designed to educate us on the benefits of protecting our natural resources through mindful living. Many events are free, but many require that you register in advance. We might also include events that have a small … [Read more...] about Earth Day events in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area

Our big list of free & cheap tours (live and virtual)

We found a cache of free tours (and a few cheap ones at $15 or less) that visitors and residents alike will enjoy. Each tour is unique to Seattle, something you won't find anywhere else. We think that makes them priceless. But, we'll take free! The free tours included guided tours, self-guided tours, walking tours, … [Read more...] about Our big list of free & cheap tours (live and virtual)

Antique train rides on Snoqualmie Valley Railroad

The Northwest Railway Museum is a non-profit organization founded in 1957. It is the largest railway museum in Washington State, visited by over 80,000 people each year. The Museum consists of several locations: Centennial Trail Exhibit. Free and never closes. Located outdoors on a public walkway. … [Read more...] about Antique train rides on Snoqualmie Valley Railroad

Where to see fireworks in Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, and beyond

Here’s our list of where to see free public fireworks in Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, and Kirkland, plus other cities and communities north, south, east, and west of Seattle. To help you and your family enjoy the day, be sure to read tips and tricks for photographing fireworks in Seattle. If you think you … [Read more...] about Where to see fireworks in Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, and beyond

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 the Pacific Northwest, summer and Seafair reach their pinnacle as the pilots behind the yokes of the "Blue" Boeing F/A-18 Hornets make their thunderous and spectacular appearance over the … [Read more...] about Where to see the Blue Angels for free Seafair Weekend

Free Alki Art Fair supports community artists

The annual Alki Art Fair on one of Seattle’s most scenic Puget Sound beaches is a showcase for the work of over 100 artists. Find a variety of media including painting, pottery, glass, textiles, metal, jewelry, and more. Alki Beach in West Seattle comes alive during the art festival with street food, beer & wine … [Read more...] about Free Alki Art Fair supports community artists

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 they swim upriver or navigate fish ladders to lay their eggs. There are also spring salmon runs, when young salmon migrate downstream to their life at sea. But the spring salmon runs are less … [Read more...] about Salmon spawning season in Western Washington

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

April events and entertainment

Our April events calendar features virtual and live events. Holidays and special events include the Jewish Passover (March 27 – April 4, 2021), Christian Easter (Apr 4, 2021), and Muslim Ramadan (April 12 – May 11, 2021). The Daffodil Parade in the South Sound will be a virtual event. The Federal Income Tax filing … [Read more...] about April events and entertainment

2021 Mariners baseball listening and viewing options

The Seattle Mariners 2021 regular baseball season opener at T-Mobile Park against the Giants is April 1, 2021 at 7:10PM. The last game is October 3, 2021 against the Angels. View the full schedule for Seattle Mariners games: Seattle Mariners Schedule | Seattle Mariners (mlb.com) Mariners baseball games … [Read more...] about 2021 Mariners baseball listening and viewing options

Tours of Lumen Field, T-Mobile Park, Husky Stadium

Stadium tours of Seattle's professional and collegiate football, soccer, and baseball fields include exclusive back-of-house areas, press box, premier suites and club areas, dugouts, playing fields, and team areas. Bring your camera to capture stunning views of the Seattle skyline and sweeping vistas of … [Read more...] about Tours of Lumen Field, T-Mobile Park, Husky Stadium

Walking labyrinths in Washington State

A labyrinth is a single, methodical path leading to a center point. Although a labyrinth is like a maze in appearance, unlike a maze it has only one path (unicursal) and no dead ends. There’s no getting lost in a labyrinth. These pathways have been used for thousands of years for various rituals and ceremonies. … [Read more...] about Walking labyrinths in Washington State

Spectacular Asian gardens in the Puget Sound region

Here's a list of Japanese and Chinese gardens in the Puget Sound region. The Seattle Japanese Garden at the Washington Park Arboretum is the most well-known. However, there are at least 10 more you can visit, from Everett to Tacoma and Bellevue. Most offer FREE admission. They are arranged roughly north to south … [Read more...] about Spectacular Asian gardens in the Puget Sound region