For the weekend of June 28-30, 2019 check out this keen kerfuffle of free and cheap things to do in the greater Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. We found dozens of fun events this summer weekend--just ahead of July 4th. For weekdays or any other weekend during the year be sure to visit the Greater Seattle on the … [Read more...] about 81 free and cheap things to do this weekend
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Free weekend cultural festivals at Seattle Center
Festál, presented by Seattle Center in partnership with community organizations, 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 … [Read more...] about Free weekend cultural festivals at Seattle Center
Seattle & Puget Sound Pride Parades & Festivals
Pride Parades everywhere honor the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, the scene of a police raid over liquor licensing at The Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City. About Stonewall While raids on gay bars were carried out with some regularity, the Stonewall incident sparked several days of protests in the surrounding … [Read more...] about Seattle & Puget Sound Pride Parades & Festivals
Cheap rates at Seattle hostels, Air B&B
For the budget-oriented traveler, hostels are inexpensive alternative to hotels, typically offering shared-rooms or dormitory accommodation with common areas and communal facilities. Some hostels also provide private rooms, baths, and food or dining options. Here is a list of hostel accommodations in the … [Read more...] about Cheap rates at Seattle hostels, Air B&B
Find a farmers market in the Puget Sound region
Washington State farmers markets provide a diversity of fresh produce, including fruits. vegetables, herbs, and flowers (edible and otherwise). You can also find other locally grown products, including meats, poultry, fish and shellfish, eggs, and a wide variety of value added-farm products such as preserves, ciders … [Read more...] about Find a farmers market in the Puget Sound region
Planetarium shows in the Puget Sound region
The following planetariums and observatories in the Puget Sound region and around Washington State have regularly scheduled public astronomy shows that have free or cheap admission of $15 or less. Planetariums feature digital videos displayed on a dome-shaped screen with breathtaking images of the universe or … [Read more...] about Planetarium shows in the Puget Sound region
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
What’s open and closed on Independence Day 2019
2019 Federal Holiday Dates Tuesday, January 1: New Year’s Day Monday, January 21: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, February 18: President’s Day aka Washington’s Birthday Monday, May 27: Memorial Day Thursday, July 4: Independence Day Monday, September 2: Labor Day Monday, October 14: Columbus … [Read more...] about What’s open and closed on Independence Day 2019
Educate yourself on local fireworks laws
The symbolic use of fireworks on the July 4th, New Years Eve, and other celebratory events is something Americans have always enjoyed. However, for public safety reasons, many local municipalities have passed restrictive laws restricting the possession and use of fireworks. Every year there are dozens of … [Read more...] about Educate yourself on local fireworks laws
Month-by-month u-pick crops around Puget Sound
Here’s our list of popular u-pick crops and when to pick them around the Puget Sound region. In addition, we provide links to a list of farms for each u-pick crop. If you are originally from the southeast or southwest United States, you will find the growing seasons in Washington State to be later than what … [Read more...] about Month-by-month u-pick crops around Puget Sound
Where to see 4th of July fireworks in the Puget Sound region
Here's our list of where to see free public fireworks in Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, Kirkland, and 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 might … [Read more...] about Where to see 4th of July fireworks in the Puget Sound region
Discount tickets and info for Seafair Weekend 2019
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Seafair Weekend 2019 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 Discount tickets and info for Seafair Weekend 2019
