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
Events & Things to do
Chinatown-International District festivals
The Seattle Chinatown-International District (aka the “ID”, pronounced eye-dee), located south of downtown is a cultural hub of the Asian American community. Historically, it is the only area in the continental United States where several cultures—Chinese, Japanese, Filipinos, African Americans, and Vietnamese—settled … [Read more...] about Chinatown-International District festivals
Lunar New Year 2021 events around Puget Sound
Seattle is home to a diverse community of Asian cultures who celebrate the Lunar New Year. These celebrations welcome the return of spring and chase out the dark days of winter (and the evil spirits who lurk there) with the lion dance, firecrackers, special foods, and other traditions. Although the Lunar New … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year 2021 events around Puget Sound
All about Seattle Art Museum
Seattle Art Museum features world-class exhibits and though-provoking visual arts. The museum includes three major facilities in the city: Seattle Art Museum (SAM) in downtown Seattle Seattle Asian Art Museum (SAAM) in Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill Olympic Sculpture Park on the Seattle waterfront Each of … [Read more...] about All about Seattle Art Museum
Virtual and driving tours to see cherry blossom trees in Seattle
Flowering cherry trees burst into bloom, usually from mid-March through mid-April throughout the Pacific Northwest. Exactly when depends on the variety: early blooming versus late blooming. Seattle cherry blossom season begins with (red/pink) buds that burst into (pink/white) flower. As the flowers fade, the trees … [Read more...] about Virtual and driving tours to see cherry blossom trees in Seattle
Free “Festál” ethnic festivals at Seattle Center
Festal is a year-long series of FREE cultural festivals that honor the richness and diversity of the Pacific Northwest. Seattle Center Festál presents these free world festivals on weekends throughout the year. Each event highlights the distinct cultures and common threads of ethnic communities in the Puget Sound … [Read more...] about Free “Festál” ethnic festivals at Seattle Center
Here’s how and where you can celebrate Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras translates from French as "fat Tuesday" and has roots in the Christian liturgical calendar. The Epiphany is January 6, 12 days after Christmas when the Magi or Wise Men from the East, bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh followed the star to the Christ child in Bethlehem. Epiphany marks the end … [Read more...] about Here’s how and where you can celebrate Mardi Gras
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival April 1-30
The annual Skagit Valley tulip festival runs April 1-30 and is one of the favorite destination events for the Pacific Northwest. For over three decades, every spring hundreds of thousands of people from across the United States and from around the world come to enjoy the celebration of spring as millions of tulips … [Read more...] about Skagit Valley Tulip Festival April 1-30
Our big list of wedding shows & bridal expos
Wedding Shows and Bridal Expos let you see many wedding planning professionals in one place and provide lots of ideas for your wedding day. You can pick up free literature and talk with wedding service providers who can help you plan a perfect wedding day. Thoughtful wedding planning ensures it will be a memorable day … [Read more...] about Our big list of wedding shows & bridal expos
Seattle Home Show at Lumen Field Event Center
The SPRING 2021 SHOW IS CANCELLED! NEXT SHOW: MARCH 5-13, 2022 Seattle Home Show at CenturyLink Field Event Center is the Northwest’s largest consumer home show with everything for the home – indoors and out. Fun Fact: Did you know the founders of the Seattle Home Show started the first Home Show in the … [Read more...] about Seattle Home Show at Lumen Field Event Center
Our big list of camping, sports, and RV Shows
A recreational vehicle (RV), whether it's a family-size trailer, small camper for two, or luxurious motor home for cross-country adventure can be a great way to get away. Hiking, biking, fishing, rock climbing, family vacations, camping, outdoor concerts, and kids sporting events…life is more accessible in an RV. … [Read more...] about Our big list of camping, sports, and RV Shows
Seattle Aquarium is temporarily closed
The Seattle Aquarium is temporarily closed and timed ticket sales are suspended. More info: https://www.seattleaquarium.org/closed 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 … [Read more...] about Seattle Aquarium is temporarily closed
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at Northwest African American Museum
Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) in Seattle embraces the important histories, arts, and cultures of people of African descent. NAAM exhibits the history, art, and culture of people of African descent and the Black experience in America, including roots in slavery as well as recent immigrants from Somalia, … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at Northwest African American Museum
Woodland Park Zoo remains open with a safe, outdoor experience
Woodland Park Zoo remains open at limited capacity with timed entry tickets. Face coverings are required for ages 5 and over, and highly encouraged for ages 3 – 5. More info: Admission and Online Purchase FAQs - Woodland Park Zoo Seattle WA. Visit Woodland Park "WildLanterns" by day and save 30% Woodland Park … [Read more...] about Woodland Park Zoo remains open with a safe, outdoor experience
Online: National Math Festival 2021
National Math Festival brings together some of the most fascinating mathematicians of our time to inspire and challenge participants of all ages to see math in new and exciting ways. The Festival features juicy talks, hands-on demos, art, films, performances, puzzles, games, children’s book readings, and more for all … [Read more...] about Online: National Math Festival 2021
Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend
The first Wooden Boat Festival (WBF) in North America in 1978 at Port Townsend eventually joined with Northwest Maritime Center in 2005 to continue to engage and educate people in traditional maritime culture and to inspire people to adventure on the sea--the most powerful teacher you may ever know! Today, the Port … [Read more...] about Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend
Online: Big Seattle Boat Show
The 2021 Seattle Boat Show is where you can start online and end up on the water! There are four levels of access to the show, starting at only five bucks! Choose the ticket level that works best for you ($5-$89). All tickets include access to the virtual showroom, boating community, promotions, and live stream … [Read more...] about Online: Big Seattle Boat Show
Virtual New Years Eve 2020 fireworks in Seattle
You may not recall, but last years Space Needle fireworks show, scheduled for midnight on December 31, 2019 was cancelled due to high winds. Once again, circumstances have changed the plan for the annual Seattle Space Needle New Year's fireworks show. Although the live show is cancelled, the show will still go … [Read more...] about Virtual New Years Eve 2020 fireworks in Seattle
Drive or walk the free Tacoma Light Trail (new for 2020-2021!)
Brand new for 2020! Tacoma Light Trail is a free trail of light art downtown. It’s a collaborative event and couldn’t happen without the generosity and creativity of many! Tacoma’s arts groups and businesses have come together to celebrate the light and hope inside all of us, together. Enjoy over 50 artists and … [Read more...] about Drive or walk the free Tacoma Light Trail (new for 2020-2021!)
Get updates on Santa from NORAD
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is a United States and Canada bi-national organization charged with the mission of aerospace warning, aerospace control and maritime warning in the defense of North America. NORAD also tracks Santa’s progress around the world every every December 24 through their … [Read more...] about Get updates on Santa from NORAD
Discounts for seniors at Seattle-Tacoma area restaurants
Many national and franchise restaurants have deals and discounts for citizens senior citizens. We update this list about once a year and list them below. Getting the most out of senior discounts Pay attention to the age and other requirements (such as an AARP card), since they can vary at each establishment even at … [Read more...] about Discounts for seniors at Seattle-Tacoma area restaurants
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
Solstice events, lantern festivals, and light shows
The word solstice comes from the Latin word solstitium, meaning sol (sun) and stitium (to stop). The solstice occurs twice a year, when it reaches the northernmost point (summer in the norther hemisphere) and southernmost point (winter in the northern hemisphere). Each solstice indicates the stop of the sun before it … [Read more...] about Solstice events, lantern festivals, and light shows
Seattle restaurants open for Christmas Dinner takeout or delivery
Due to current restrictions, restaurants have suspended in-restaurant dining. It’s possible, but unlikely that some will open for dine-in by Christmas—so we strongly recommend planning for dinner at home. The following locations offer a nice selection for takeout and some also offer delivery. Check our list of … [Read more...] about Seattle restaurants open for Christmas Dinner takeout or delivery
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 some sort of free food, beverage, or dessert on your birthday. Followed by a list of food deals for those celebrating a wedding anniversary. They all work pretty much the same. You sign up at the … [Read more...] about 50+ restaurants for free food on birthdays, anniversaries
