Here's our list of over 90 museums in the Puget Sound region, listed by subject and then by city within each subject area. You'll find museums for Art, Astronomy, Auto, Aviation, Boating, Botanical, Children, Computers, Curios, Glass, History & Culture, Marine, Military, Native American, Railroad, Science & … [Read more...] about 90 museums to visit in the Puget Sound region
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Air shows in the Puget Sound region
Seattle made aviation history in 1916 when William E. Boeing and Navy Lt. Conrad Westervelt formed the Boeing Airplane company, and hired self-taught aviation tinker Herb Munter to build the company's first aircraft, the B&W seaplane. Read more about Boeing and Early Aviation in Seattle at historylink.org, and … [Read more...] about Air shows in the Puget Sound region
Month-by-month food festivals
The following food festivals are some of the most popular events showcasing food in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region. All are well-established annual food festivals. Except where noted, they have free admission. Food and any beverage (adult or otherwise) is, of course, extra. These food festivals include … [Read more...] about Month-by-month food festivals
Summer reading programs for kids, teens, and adults
While summertime activities for most people focus on getting outside, playing, and enjoying warm weather and physical activities is, summer reading is another traditional summertime activity for many kids and adults. It's a chance for kids to read whatever they want, and for adults to escape from the normal busy and … [Read more...] about Summer reading programs for kids, teens, and adults
Where to get free or low cost bicycle helmets in Seattle and around Puget Sound
The city of Seattle and King County require that all bicyclists (regardless of age) must wear a helmet; bicyclists can be fined for not wearing a helmet. Helmets are also required well-populated cities throughout Pierce, Snohomish, and Kitsap County. Avoid fines, fees, and injuries by wearing a bike … [Read more...] about Where to get free or low cost bicycle helmets in Seattle and around Puget Sound
Free Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade
Fremont Solstice Fair runs Friday through Sunday every June to coincide with the Summer Solstice*, in the funky and friendly Fremont neighborhood. Since 1972, Fremont celebrates the Summer Solstice and the best of the community: art, spirit, sharing, celebration and working together to help each other. During Fremont … [Read more...] about Free Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade
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 you are … [Read more...] about Month-by-month u-pick crops around Puget Sound
Low-cost life jackets at Seattle public pools
Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death for children ages 1 to 14 years. Wearing a life jacket* saves lives. Seattle Parks and Recreation and Seattle Children’s Hospital have partnered with Mustang Survival and the Coast Guard Auxiliary to offer sales of low cost life jackets at Seattle … [Read more...] about Low-cost life jackets at Seattle public pools
Getaway: Grand Coulee Dam recreation area (230 miles)
Grand Coulee Dam, located 230 miles northeast of Seattle on the Columbia River in north-central Washington State. The massive dam is part of The Columbia Basin Project, managed by U.S. Department of Interior's Bureau of Reclamation. Grand Coulee Dam includes three major hydroelectric power generating plants and a pump … [Read more...] about Getaway: Grand Coulee Dam recreation area (230 miles)
Free summer music concerts in Puget Sound region
Here's our big list of free outdoor summer music concerts in Seattle and cities around the Puget Sound region. Before you go, check their website if the weather looks iffy or other potential schedule changes. Outdoor summer concerts north of Seattle Thursdays, June 28 - August 30, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Port Gardner … [Read more...] about Free summer music concerts in Puget Sound region
11 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free
Here’s our list of recommended lighthouses in the Puget Sound region. In the following list, they are arranged north to south. All lighthouses are free to visit, though most will gladly accept donations. Lighthouses inside Washington State Parks require a Discover Pass ($10/day, $30/annual). A couple sites have … [Read more...] about 11 Puget Sound lighthouses you can visit for free
Free stargazing in South Sound
The Tacoma Astronomical Society hosts free public viewing sessions each month at Pierce College near Fort Steilacoom in Lakewood (about 10 miles south of Tacoma). On nights with clear skies TAS volunteers provide telescopic observations of the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, double stars and more. Each … [Read more...] about Free stargazing in South Sound
25 free tours (and a couple cheap ones)
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, and walking … [Read more...] about 25 free tours (and a couple cheap ones)
Free events and cheap tickets to Seattle Opera
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Seattle Opera presents entertaining and insightful previews and lectures about the operas they produce every season. Get an inside look as you discover the beauty of opera or deepen your personal connection to the enjoyment of the opera. There are many ways to enjoy opera for free in Seatte: Live broadcasts from the … [Read more...] about Free events and cheap tickets to Seattle Opera
Join a CSA program to support local agriculture and get fresh produce
The Puget Sound region supports a diversity of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, poultry, fish and shellfish, eggs, herbs, flowers and a wide variety of value added-farm products such as preserves, ciders and wine, cheese and many others. Do you want the freshest produce the Puget Sound region has to offer? And … [Read more...] about Join a CSA program to support local agriculture and get fresh produce