For more than 50 years, the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) has put a spotlight on independent and international film and promoted the art of film to the Seattle community. The SIFF started pursuing year-round film in the 1990s-2000s and now provides special viewing experiences for Seattle residents and … [Read more...] about Discounted Movies at SIFF Cinemas
Hobbies & Interests
Beacon Food Forest Harvest Fest
The Beacon Food Forest is a 7-acre ecological demonstration, learning, and open harvest site that has been cultivated entirely by community volunteers to educate on sustainable growing practices. It is also a project created to envision a future where the urban landscape and nature can work together in harmony to … [Read more...] about Beacon Food Forest Harvest Fest
Free Monthly Tours Through Seattle Theatre Group
The Seattle Theatre Group (STG) is a performing arts collective made up of six venues across Seattle. While each venue serves different audiences and provides different experiences, they are all aligned under the same goal: to be "The People's Theatre." They work throughout the year to promote art accessibility for … [Read more...] about Free Monthly Tours Through Seattle Theatre Group
Bellevue Demonstration Garden Harvest Festival
The dedicated and knowledgeable members of the King County Master Gardeners (KCMG) work in collaboration with communities around King County to do outreach to educate residents on best planting practices and empower them to become more self-sufficient. One of their outreach methods is the operation of ten demonstration … [Read more...] about Bellevue Demonstration Garden Harvest Festival
Free Family Movies at The Grand Cinema
Host to the annual Tacoma Film Festival and many other fun interactive series and events, The Grand Cinema is the place to be to experience creative filmmaking and indie art films as well as some more mainstream films. It is located in the historic St. Helens District of Tacoma and is designed to be a space where … [Read more...] about Free Family Movies at The Grand Cinema
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. Tips: Always bring the essentials! The Day Hiker's Ten Essentials from The Seattle Mountaineers, check the weather before you go, and tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back. Trailhead Direct Ride … [Read more...] about Take a hike! Metro summer bus service to Cascade trailheads
Free Admission to The Burke Museum first Thursday of the month
The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture is an institution dedicated to preserving natural and cultural collections and educating the public on their importance to understanding both the past and the present. Their collections include fossils, Northwest Native art, and international cultural pieces. Because … [Read more...] about Free Admission to The Burke Museum first Thursday of the month
Wine Tasting at Walter’s Wine Shop
Walter's Wine Shop was created to be a comfortable space where people can come to drink wine, socialize, and take a break from the stress of every day life. They sell a large variety of high quality wine from around the world and offer tastings and classes for anyone wanting to learn more about wine. Don't forget to … [Read more...] about Wine Tasting at Walter’s Wine Shop
Wine Tasting at Northwest Wine Academy
South Seattle College's Northwest Wine Academy is the first and only teaching winery in Western Washington. Their students produce award-winning wines as they work to earn their winemaking credentials. Every part of the process from harvest to fermentation to bottling is student-led, and that passion and dedication … [Read more...] about Wine Tasting at Northwest Wine Academy
Museum of Flight events and tours in Seattle and Everett
The Museum of Flight (MOF) is the largest independent, non-profit, air and space museum in the world. The museum features over 175 aircraft and spacecraft, tens of thousands of artifacts, millions of rare photographs, and a world-class research library. During your visit, you can wander the galleries and talk with … [Read more...] about Museum of Flight events and tours in Seattle and Everett
Free Admission first Thursdays to the Volunteer Park Conservatory
The Conservatory has been a core part of the Volunteer Park landscape since 1912. It has undergone major restoration efforts over the years, but maintains its original Victorian charm as well as some of its original elements like the "peacock" window over the entrance and the Carnegie Steel frame. This historic … [Read more...] about Free Admission first Thursdays to the Volunteer Park Conservatory
Tours & Special Events at Seattle Japanese Garden
The Seattle Japanese Garden is located in Madison Valley within the Washington Park Arboretum. Over 100,000 people visit every year, including locals as well as visitors from around the world. It is one of the most highly regarded Japanese-style gardens in North America. About Japanese Gardens Gardens in Japan are … [Read more...] about Tours & Special Events at Seattle Japanese Garden
Free Admission to MOHAI
The Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) showcases the storied history of Seattle and the rest of the Puget Sound Region. With carefully curated exhibits and a variety of special classes and events every month, MOHAI is the place to be for families looking for a fun but still educational day out together. MOHAI is … [Read more...] about Free Admission to MOHAI
Free outdoor summer dance lessons in Seattle
Dancing 'Til Dusk presented by Dancing for Joy offers free dance lessons, followed by free music and dancing in July and August at selected Seattle parks. For each event, the first hour will be a beginning lesson in the dance style for the evening. No experience or partner is required. Each lesson will start at the … [Read more...] about Free outdoor summer dance lessons in Seattle
Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle and Camano Island free events
The Center for Wooden Boats (CWB) is a non-profit organization that celebrates the rich and varied watercraft heritage that is a vital part of the Puget Sound region. At this hands-on maritime museum, the exhibits are on the water and the public is encouraged to use them. CWB is dedicated to preserving maritime … [Read more...] about Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle and Camano Island free events
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 head out. Free outdoor entertainment is usually cancelled for rain or thunderstorms. Seattle outdoor summer concerts Here are the major … [Read more...] about Free outdoor summer music concerts
Wine Tasting at Pike & Western
Founded in 1975, the Pike & Western Wine Shop is dedicated to providing the most delicious wine to all who come through their doors. Their policy is to find the best and most diverse wine so that they can celebrate culture and flavor from the world over. They look for wine with soul, wine that will make you "want … [Read more...] about Wine Tasting at Pike & Western
Are you Seattle’s top bargain hunter? Run this website
Greater Seattle on the Cheap is looking for a new publisher. This is a great opportunity for someone who is well connected locally, has journalism or marketing experience and wants to be the boss of a hyperlocal news and entertainment site. The ideal candidate: Lives in the city. Has contacts in the … [Read more...] about Are you Seattle’s top bargain hunter? Run this website
Free (and cheap) cooking classes and food tours
Listed below are free and cheap cooking demos and food tours in the Seattle Metro area. While there are plenty of places in Seattle where you can find cooking classes and food tours costing $80 and much more, here we focus on fun food-themed events that are free or cheap (half the cost of regular prices), including … [Read more...] about Free (and cheap) cooking classes and food tours
Craft distillery tours weekends on Seattle Waterfront
Copperworks Distilling Company is a craft distillery, tasting room and gift shop located on the waterfront in downtown Seattle, a short walk from Pike Place Market and other popular Seattle attractions. Copperworks produces fine spirits in traditional Scottish copper stillsm which were hand-built by expert … [Read more...] about Craft distillery tours weekends on Seattle Waterfront
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 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 (66 mi NW via ferry)
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 Sound region. In addition, we provide a link to a map of u-pick farms near you for each crop. Washington State is known worldwide … [Read more...] about June – October: u-pick produce around Puget Sound
Free things to do in July
Listed below are the free things to do from our July events calendar. For more things to do, see our complete July events and entertainment calendar. Free events July 2026 Featured Events are list first each day, highlighted by a photo. Featured events are unique or annual events that we or our advertisers … [Read more...] about Free things to do in July
Seafood festival in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood
SeafoodFest in Ballard started as a two-hour dinner in 1971. Today, it's an iconic three-day event that draws thousands, who enjoy food vendors, local music, arts and crafts, family entertainment, a beer garden, lutefisk eating (or not), giant fish, skateboarding competition, oceans of seafood, and loads of fun all … [Read more...] about Seafood festival in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood
Best summer vacation ideas in Washington State
One of the many benefits of living in Seattle is the amazing getaways around Washington State. The following summer vacation ideas are some of the most beautiful sites in the United States. You can use these ideas to plan a day trip, a weekend getaway, or a family vacation. There are vacation options for all … [Read more...] about Best summer vacation ideas in Washington State
