Summertime means movies on outdoor screens. And as any Seattleite knows, summer begins in July in the Puget Sound region. Hence, so do most outdoor movies. In the list below, you can find outdoor summer movies around Puget Sound by region (Seattle and then north, east, west, and south of the city) and then by … [Read more...] about New! Updated 8/5. Outdoor summer movies: drive-ins and pop-ups
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Seattle Seafair history: 1950 to present day
Seafair, Seattle’s consummate summer festival, began in 1950 as Sea Fair, a 10-day "water festival". The first festival was organized by a committee of businessmen from the community to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the city*. Seafair is primarily about community, civic pride, affordable fun, and of course, the … [Read more...] about Seattle Seafair history: 1950 to present day
Our big list of music festivals in Washington State
Listed below are the annual music festivals in Seattle and across Washington State. We focus on music festival events with free or cheap (<$15) admission, but include popular music festivals with higher price admission so you can plan when to splurge. Our list of music festivals includes all genres, from rock, … [Read more...] about Our big list of music festivals in Washington State
Shakespeare summer 2020 events around Puget Sound
William Shakespeare was an English playwright and poet who lived the late 16th and early 17th century. He wrote dozens of plays; including histories about English kings, tragedies such as Macbeth and Hamlet, a long list of comedies, poems, and over 100 sonnets (a poem of fourteen lines). Known as "The Bard" (which … [Read more...] about Shakespeare summer 2020 events around Puget Sound
Our big list of movie theaters
Below is a comprehensive list* of movie theaters in the Seattle-Tacoma area, including independent first-run movie theaters, art film houses and second-run discount movie theaters, major cinema multiplexes, and drive-in theaters in the Puget Sound region. Check this list anytime you're in the mood to see something on … [Read more...] about Our big list of movie theaters
Virtual and drive-thru events at Puyallup Fairgrounds
Washington State Fair (formerly the Puyallup Fair) is the largest single attraction held annually in the state of Washington. The Fair continually ranks as one of the largest fairs in the world. Find another state and county fair in Washington State. Located south of Seattle and east of Tacoma in the shadow of … [Read more...] about Virtual and drive-thru events at Puyallup Fairgrounds
Farmers markets in the Puget Sound region
Farmers Market managers have worked with government agencies to adopt new rules in order to open farmers markets. Most have opened for the 2020 season--see the lists below to find a market in your area. Also review our "Before you go" list for an overview of the rules for shopping at local produce markets. 2020 … [Read more...] about Farmers markets in the Puget Sound region
Wild Waves Water Park and Amusement Rides
Wild Waves Water Park and Theme Park in Federal Way is over 70 acres and the largest water park in the Northwest. The theme park has over 60 rides and attractions. The water park includes slides and pools. Entertainment included with the price of admission. Located 25 miles south of Seattle off I-, Wild Waves … [Read more...] about Wild Waves Water Park and Amusement Rides
3 hour tour! Guided canoe trip through the Mercer Slough
Explore the beautiful Mercer Slough Nature Park by water with Bellevue Park Rangers. The rangers lead 3-hour canoe trips during summer. Canoe tours leave from , starting from Enatai Beach Park. Enatai is conveniently located just off I-405 and I-90. During the guided canoe tour, you will learn about the … [Read more...] about 3 hour tour! Guided canoe trip through the Mercer Slough
Our big list of free & cheap tours
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 Our big list of free & cheap tours
Our big list of film festivals and special movie screenings
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, cinema multiplexes, independent movie houses, and film … [Read more...] about Our big list of film festivals and special movie screenings
Our big list of live music venues (all genres)
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 less. Since we … [Read more...] about Our big list of live music venues (all genres)
Our big list of historic performing arts theatres
Seattle is home to many historic theatres built in the early 1900s. These were silent movie palaces and vaudeville stages in their day. Today, the theatres listed here have been restored to the original luster and re-purposed as performing arts venues featuring music, dance, comedy, stage plays, musicals, spoken word, … [Read more...] about Our big list of historic performing arts theatres
Our big list of Home & Garden shows
Home shows offer a day of leisurely shopping, where you can compare home and garden improvement needs, or compile a dream list of future home building ideas or remodeling projects. Home & garden shows have all the experts in one place for anything you may need for the home or garden. Home remodeling experts and … [Read more...] about Our big list of Home & Garden shows
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
