Mardi Gras, which translates from French as "fat Tuesday" has roots in the Christian liturgical calendar. The day after Mardi Gras is Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent--a time of fasting and denial, repentance, and alms giving that lasts until Easter Sunday (47 days later). So, Mardi Gras is one last … [Read more...] about Here’s where you can celebrate Mardi Gras
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Daffodil Festival in La Conner WA
Since 2015, the town of La Conner has been the official host of an Annual Daffodil Festival, which takes place during the month of March. The fields of Skagit County burst into bloom with daffodils, a month ahead of the more famous tulips. Daffodil crops are grown on a three-year cycle, compared with an annual rotation … [Read more...] about Daffodil Festival in La Conner WA
Recommended restaurants and bars for St. Patrick’s Day
Here are our suggestions for restaurants and pubs in the Seattle area who offer Irish-inspired menus and drinks, appropriate for celebrating St. Patrick's Day (March 17). Some of these establishments offer specials and live music all day, others celebrate in more staid fashion. A few have a cover charge … [Read more...] about Recommended restaurants and bars for St. Patrick’s Day
Where to see cherry blossom trees in Seattle
Flowering cherry trees burst into bloom, usually from mid-March through mid-April throughout the Pacific Northwest. Exactly when depends on the variety: early blooming versus late blooming. Seattle cherry blossom season begins with (red/pink) buds that burst into (pink/white) flower. As the flowers fade, the trees … [Read more...] about Where to see cherry blossom trees in Seattle
Free things to do in March
Listed below are the free things to do from our March events calendar. They include all kinds of free entertainment and things to do in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region, including festivals, fairs, parades, tours, movies, live music, games & crafts, hikes & walks, boating, family activities, and … [Read more...] about Free things to do in March
Affordable March events and entertainment
Our March 2020 events calendar features a wide variety of entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. Holidays and special events include Daylight Savings Time (2nd Sunday, March 8, 2020), Pi Day (always March 14 because the value of Pi=3.14), St. Patrick’s Day (always March 17), and the Spring equinox … [Read more...] about Affordable March events and entertainment
Discount tickets to Tacoma Rainiers baseball
The Tacoma Rainiers is the Triple AAA Affiliate of the Seattle Mariners Professional Baseball Club, and a member of the Pacific Coast Minors League. The Rainiers play their home games at Cheney Stadium, just 26 miles south of the Mariner's at Safeco Field in Seattle. About the Tacoma Rainiers Following a … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Tacoma Rainiers baseball
Discount tickets to Seattle Mariners baseball games
Here are several ways to get discount tickets for Seattle Mariners baseball home games. Most of these discount tickets are advance purchase; prices increase day of game. Note that children two years of age and under do not require a ticket to attend a game, provided they sit on the lap of an accompanying adult. Once … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Seattle Mariners baseball games
Holi Festivals celebrate spring with riots of color
The festival of Holi (also known as Dhulandi) is celebrated every year in early spring, typically on the day after the full moon in early March. The Holi festival celebrates good over evil and is to remind us to always keep faith in ourselves. It's one of the best ways to welcome spring. At the fervent … [Read more...] about Holi Festivals celebrate spring with riots of color
Vote on Election Day: 3/10/20. It’s smart. And free!
All of Washington State votes by mail. If you are a registered voter, you'll receive your ballot and voters' pamphlet through the U.S. mail about 15-20 days prior to the election (earlier to military and overseas voters). Ballots and voters’ pamphlets are mailed separately by bulk mail, so may arrive in your … [Read more...] about Vote on Election Day: 3/10/20. It’s smart. And free!
Our guide to St. Patrick’s Day free and cheap events
St. Patrick's Day happens every March 17. Parades are usually held on the Saturday before St. Patrick's Day (unless the holiday falls on Saturday, of course). Find a summary of the festivities around the Puget Sound region below, followed by a calendar list of St. Patrick's Day events for the current year. St. … [Read more...] about Our guide to St. Patrick’s Day free and cheap events
Spring ahead: daylight saving March 8, 2020
Seattle will spring ahead to daylight savings time on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Most of the United States begins Daylight Saving Time at 2:00 a.m. on the second Sunday in March and reverts to standard time on the first Sunday in November. Each time zone switches at a different time. If Congress approves the … [Read more...] about Spring ahead: daylight saving March 8, 2020
Valentine’s Day 2020: Events and Things to do
Valentine's Day is celebrated every February 14 in the U.S. (and many other countries). Gifts are often exchanged between loved ones. Couples often share a romantic dinner at home or at a special restaurant. Some families like to celebrate together, adults and children. About Valentine's Day The history of the … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day 2020: Events and Things to do
Free and cheap things to do on President’s Day 2020
George Washington’s birthday is a federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February. However, state and local governments and of course retail businesses often use “President’s Day”. History of George Washington’s birthday aka President’s Day George Washington is regarded as the “father of our country” … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do on President’s Day 2020
Lunar New Year 2020 events around Puget Sound
Seattle is home to a diverse community of Asian cultures who celebrate the Lunar New Year. Lunar New Year celebrations welcome the return of spring and chase out the dark days of winter (and the evil spirits who lurk there) with the traditional roaring lion dance, the crackle of firecrackers, and other … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year 2020 events around Puget Sound
