Here’s our list of where to see free public fireworks in Seattle-Tacoma metro area and surrounding cities and communities. 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 want to put together your own fireworks … [Read more...] about Where to see fireworks in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
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What’s closed and open Fourth of July 2022
July 4th is Independence Day, a Federal holiday. The annual celebration, also known simply as “Fourth of July” commemorates the July 4, 1776 signing of the Declaration of Independence. The U.S. Constitution forming the democracy was written later, during the Constitutional Convention from May 25 to September 17, … [Read more...] about What’s closed and open Fourth of July 2022
Juneteenth National Independence Day in the Seattle-Tacoma area
Juneteenth commemorates the day slavery ended in the United States. It is honored every year on June 19 with a variety of community events. Listed below is a description of some of the major annual events followed by a calendar of Juneteenth events happening in the Seattle-Metro area and across the Puget Sound … [Read more...] about Juneteenth National Independence Day in the Seattle-Tacoma area
Father’s Day ideas for gifts and things to do
In the United States, Father’s Day is celebrated the third Sunday in June. It's a day to honor father's, celebrate fatherhood, and recognize the influence of fathers on families and children. The country's first Father’s Day was celebrated in 1910, right here in the state of Washington. Sonora Smart Dodd of Spokane, … [Read more...] about Father’s Day ideas for gifts and things to do
Best affordable Father’s Day restaurants & takeout
Here are our suggestions for Father’s Day restaurants for brunch or dinner in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. Ideas include dine-in, takeout, and creative ideas for at-home meals and picnics. If you are panicked about the perfect gift for your dad, check our other Father’s Day ideas for gifts and things to … [Read more...] about Best affordable Father’s Day restaurants & takeout
Plan your next getaway–rent an RV!
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Advertiser article It's been a long, rainy, and cold spring but summer has finally arrived—or so we can only hope! Whether you want to head to the coast for some beach time, be dazzled by a kaleidoscope of mountain wildflowers in bloom, make a long weekend of a concert at the Gorge or winetasting in Yakima Valley, … [Read more...] about Plan your next getaway–rent an RV!
Free summer bowling for kids (and their adults)
Bowling centers, schools, and other community organizations have worked together to provide affordable bowling to kids and families. It's a great summer activity designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and to provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. About … [Read more...] about Free summer bowling for kids (and their adults)
Outdoor summer movies: drive-ins and pop-ups
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. If you are looking for indoor movies, check our big list of movie theaters. In the list below, you can find outdoor summer movies around Puget Sound by region … [Read more...] about Outdoor summer movies: drive-ins and pop-ups
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 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 beginning … [Read more...] about Free outdoor summer dance lessons in Seattle
Best things to buy in June
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to the next. Here are the shopping highlights for June in Seattle-Tacoma area stores. Of course, we think the best way to save money is not to spend it! But, when you need or want to, plan your spending … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in June
June events and entertainment
Our June events calendar features virtual and live events. We’ll continue to update this calendar throughout the month as many organizers announce new events and online content. As always, we focus on events with a regular adult admission price of $15 or less. There are a few events with higher ticket prices that we … [Read more...] about June events and entertainment
Free things to do in June
Listed below are the free things to do in June from our calendar. Holidays and special events with free things to do include Free Fishing Weekend (June 11-12, 2022), Father’s Day (June 19, 2022), Juneteenth National Independence Day (June 19, but observed on Monday, June 20), the Summer Solstice (June 21, 2022) and … [Read more...] about Free things to do in June
Take a hike! Metro summer bus service to Cascade trailheads
Trailhead Direct is a pilot project co-led by King County Metro and King County Parks. This project seeks to ease vehicle congestion, reduce safety hazards and expand access to hiking destinations along I-90. For the 2022 service, Trailhead Service will be operating to Mt Si. The Trailhead Direct service will run … [Read more...] about Take a hike! Metro summer bus service to Cascade trailheads
Seattle & Puget Sound Pride Events
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. While raids on gay bars were carried out with some regularity, the Stonewall incident sparked several days of protests in the surrounding neighborhood. About … [Read more...] about Seattle & Puget Sound Pride Events
Ultimate Guide to free spray parks, wading pools, beaches
Local conservation experts encourage people to use free public spray parks and wading pools rather than fill their home “kiddy pools” or run backyard sprinklers. Home wading pools use far more water than a public community wading pool. Washington State law require public parks to fill, chlorinate, supervise, and empty … [Read more...] about Ultimate Guide to free spray parks, wading pools, beaches
Car-free Bicycle weekends in southeast Seattle
Seattle Parks and Recreation invites everyone in the community to bike, jog or stroll along Lake Washington Boulevard South between Mount Baker Park’s beach to Seward Park. 2022 Bicycle Sunday Weekend dates Bicycle “Sundays” are back and will take place over the course of several weekends this summer. During Bicycle … [Read more...] about Car-free Bicycle weekends in southeast Seattle
Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade
Fremont Solstice Fair & Solstice Parade every June coincides with the Summer Solstice. The funky, friendly Fremont neighborhood celebrates all aspects of community: art, spirit, sharing, and working together to help each other. During Fremont Fair weekend, people from all walks of life come together to shop, eat, … [Read more...] about Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade
Make Music Day in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Make Music Day (MMD) is a free worldwide celebration of music always held on June 21 during the summer solstice (longest day of the year). Completely different from a traditional music festival, Make Music Day is a daylong, musical free-for-all celebrating music in all its forms. It's a day that promotes the natural … [Read more...] about Make Music Day in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Where to order vegetable and herb seeds online
The seed companies listed below are those most often recommended by gardeners in the Pacific Northwest. They offer seed varieties suitable to the cool, wet, marine climate in the Puget Sound region where the growing season is later and shorter than other areas of the country. All these seed companies can ship your … [Read more...] about Where to order vegetable and herb seeds online
Annual bird count events
Bird populations are always shifting and changing. Bird count events help collect data that highlight changes in bird populations, such as the effects of warm weather on their migration patterns and other phenomena. Several important bird count events held throughout the year. Anyone can participate in these events, … [Read more...] about Annual bird count events
Annual Teacher Appreciation Week discounts and deals
National Teacher Appreciation Week is the first full week of May and Teacher Appreciation Day is the first Tuesday in May. During this time, we thank teachers for their contribution to our nation's children. Listed below are discounts and freebies for educators in the Seattle area. We'll update this list each year … [Read more...] about Annual Teacher Appreciation Week discounts and deals
Free Fishing Days June 11-12, 2022 in Washington State
National Fishing and Boating Week, a national celebration that takes place the first week of June every year. The celebration highlights the ways in which fishing and recreational boating enhance people's' quality of life and preserve our country's natural beauty. Boating and Fishing are fun, stress-relieving … [Read more...] about Free Fishing Days June 11-12, 2022 in Washington State
Best things to buy in May
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to the next. Here are the shopping highlights for May in Seattle-Tacoma area stores. Of course, we think the best way to save money is not to spend it! But, when you need or want to, plan your … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in May
Affordable May events and entertainment
Our May events calendar features virtual and live events. We’ll continue to update this calendar throughout the month as many organizers announce new events and online content. As always, we focus on events with a regular adult admission price of $15 or less. There are a few events with higher ticket prices that we … [Read more...] about Affordable May events and entertainment
Free things to do in May
Listed below are the free things to do in May from our calendar. Holidays and special events include Cinco De Mayo (May 5), Free Comic Book Day (first Saturday), Mother’s Day (second Sunday), and Memorial Day (last Monday). We’ll continue to update this calendar throughout the month as organizers announce new … [Read more...] about Free things to do in May
