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 2019
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Free sprayparks, wading pools, beaches for kids at Seattle parks
As part of Seattle water conservation, the Parks Department encourages people to use free public wading pools and sprayparks rather than fill their home “kiddy pools” or run backyard sprinklers. Home wading pools use far more water than a public community wading pool. In accordance with Washington State law, public … [Read more...] about Free sprayparks, wading pools, beaches for kids at Seattle parks
Free online grilling cookbook and videos from Sunset Magazine
In this free online grilling cookbook from Sunset Magazine, you can find plenty of grilling ideas and over 100 recipes for juicy grilled chicken, meats, fish, shellfish, veggies, and more. You can watch videos featuring Food Network star Tyler Florence and get this star chef's secrets to succulent burgers, … [Read more...] about Free online grilling cookbook and videos from Sunset Magazine
Find farmers markets 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 farmers markets in the Puget Sound region
Our big list of free and cheap live music venues
These bars, clubs, cafés, lounges, and performance halls are popular live music venues in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area in all genres of music from rock to jazz to classical. Our big list is focused on venues that offer some free or low-cost events with a ticket price or cover charge of $10 or … [Read more...] about Our big list of free and cheap live music venues
Public gardens and tours in the Puget Sound region
Listed below are arboretums and botanical gardens* in cities throughout the Puget Sound region. Most gardens specialize in one or more aspects of Pacific Northwest native plants. A few offer non-native varieties and some have exotic specimens from far flung corners of the globe. These public gardens are regularly … [Read more...] about Public gardens and tours in the Puget Sound region
Visit Puget Sound at low tide for guided beach walk
Visit Seattle beaches during low tide in summer and learn about Puget Sound's marine plants and animals with the Seattle Aquarium Beach Naturalists. Reservations are not needed. Beach Naturalists are volunteer citizens who care about local beaches and want to help protect them. More than 100 people have volunteered … [Read more...] about Visit Puget Sound at low tide for guided beach walk
Our big list of annual film festivals
Seattle is one of the top cities worldwide (easily in the top 100) for "cinemability", which is a measure of our ability to support movie goers. Cinemability includes issues such as ticket price and the number of movie screens, available movie titles, multiplexes and independent movie houses, and film … [Read more...] about Our big list of annual film festivals
3 hour tour! Guided canoe trip through the Mercer Slough
Explore the beautiful Mercer Slough Nature Park by water with Bellevue Park Rangers who lead a 3-hour canoe trip from Enatai Beach Park, located just off I-405 and I-90. Discover the multiple benefits derived from the City of Bellevue’s second largest park. About Mercer Slough Nature Park Just minutes from downtown … [Read more...] about 3 hour tour! Guided canoe trip through the Mercer Slough
Our big list of boat shows & waterfront festivals
Seattle is nearly surrounded by fresh and salt water. Residents in the Puget Sound region enjoy a wide variety of activities on the water, in motorboats and sailboats, as well as a wide variety of paddle boats (including kayaks, canoes, and standup paddleboards or SUPs). Boat shows and maritime festivals often have … [Read more...] about Our big list of boat shows & waterfront festivals
Our big list of annual food festivals
Food festivals abound in the Puget Sound region. These popular events showcase food in Seattle as well as across agriculturally rich Washington State. All are well-established annual food festivals. Except where noted, they have free admission. Food and beverage (adult or otherwise) is, of course, extra. Current and … [Read more...] about Our big list of annual food festivals
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 museums in the Puget Sound region
Here are free museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area, including those with free admission every day, as well as free museum days. Besides Pioneer Square's First Thursday event, there are several other locations and days throughout the month where you can visit popular museums at no charge on certain days and times … [Read more...] about Free museums in the Puget Sound region
Summer camps and school break camps
There is a lot of variety in summer camps schedules and activities in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region. There are day camps, weekly camps, half-day camps, full day camps, and overnight camps. There are indoor and outdoor camps, and camps that explore skills, learning, and fun through art, nature, math, science, … [Read more...] about Summer camps and school break camps
Wedding shows in the Puget Sound region
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 Wedding shows in the Puget Sound region
