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Best things to buy in September

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 September 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 September

Affordable September entertainment

Our September events calendar features a wide variety of affordable entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. We’ll continue to update this calendar throughout the month as many organizers announce new events. As always, we focus on events with a regular adult admission price of $15 or less. There are … [Read more...] about Affordable September entertainment

Free things to do in August

Listed below are the free things to do from our August events calendar. For more things to do, see our complete August events and entertainment calendar. Free events August 2024 Featured Events are list first each day, highlighted by a photo. Featured events are unique or annual events that we or our advertisers … [Read more...] about Free things to do in August

Best things to buy in August

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 August 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 August

Affordable August entertainment

Our August events calendar features a wide variety of affordable entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. We’ll continue to update this calendar throughout the month as many organizers announce new events. As always, we focus on events with a regular adult admission price of $15 or less. There are a … [Read more...] about Affordable August entertainment

Free things to do in July

Listed below are the free things to do from our July events calendar. For more things to do, see our complete July events and entertainment calendar. Free events July 2024 Featured Events are list first each day, highlighted by a photo. Featured events are unique or annual events that we or our advertisers … [Read more...] about Free things to do in July

Best things to buy in July

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 July 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 July

Affordable July entertainment

Our July events calendar features a wide variety of affordable entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. 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 … [Read more...] about Affordable July entertainment

Free Fishing Days in Washington State every June

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 in Washington State every June

Free things to do in June

Listed below are the free things to do in June. For all events on our calendar, free and paid, visit our June events calendar. Free events June 2024 Featured Events are list first each day, highlighted by a photo. Featured events are unique or annual events that we or our advertisers don’t want you to … [Read more...] about Free things to do in June

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 … [Read more...] about Best things to buy in June

Affordable June entertainment

Our June events calendar features a wide variety of affordable entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. As always, we focus on events with a regular adult admission price of $15 or less, or virtual admission of $30. For more expensive events, we look for popular events with available ticket discounts … [Read more...] about Affordable June entertainment

Take a hike! Metro summer bus service to Cascade trailheads

Trailhead Direct is a seasonal metro bus service that operates on weekends and designated holidays, which are Memorial Day (last Monday in May), Independence Day (July 4), and Labor Day (1st Monday in September). Tips: Always bring the essentials! The Day Hiker's Ten Essentials from The Seattle Mountaineers, check the … [Read more...] about Take a hike! Metro summer bus service to Cascade trailheads

Seattle summer kick-off: U-District StreetFair on The Ave

The University District StreetFair is the kick-off event for the Seattle summer festival season, held on the weekend BEFORE Memorial Day Weekend. The blocks-long arts and crafts fair spreads along University Way (a.k.a. “The Ave”). The two-day event features free live music and entertainment, food trucks, and vendor … [Read more...] about Seattle summer kick-off: U-District StreetFair on The Ave

Chuck E. Cheese Summer Fun Pass offers safe place for game play

Chuck E. Cheese Summer Fun Pass provides you with a safe and fun-filled activity for your child during summer. Chuck E. Cheese in Washington is the place for games and arcade adventures, pizza, and birthday celebrations or a fun family-night out. There are 10 Chuck E. Cheese locations across Washington State, six in … [Read more...] about Chuck E. Cheese Summer Fun Pass offers safe place for game play

Tickets and information for Seafair Weekend (August 2-4, 2024)

Seafair Weekend is the culmination of Seattle's summer festival. One of Seattle's favorite traditions at Genesee Park in south Seattle on Lake Washington. It's an exhilarating rite of summer like nowhere else in the country. The 3-day festival features the U.S. Navy Blue Angels highlighting the Boeing Air Show … [Read more...] about Tickets and information for Seafair Weekend (August 2-4, 2024)

Ultimate Guide to free spray parks, wading pools, beaches in the Puget Sound region

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 in the Puget Sound region

Target Stores annual child car seat trade-in event

Target Stores annual child car seat trade-in event allows you to trade in an old car seat and receive a 20% off coupon toward a new car seat, stroller, or select baby gear when you trade in your old car seat. You must be a member of the Target Circle™ loyalty rewards program—it's free and easy to join … [Read more...] about Target Stores annual child car seat trade-in event

Free things to do in April

Listed below are the free things to do in April. For all events on our calendar, free and paid, visit our April events calendar. Free events April 2025 Featured Events are list first each day, highlighted by a photo. Featured events are unique or annual events that we or our advertisers don’t want you to … [Read more...] about Free things to do in April

Best things to buy in April

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 April 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 April

Affordable April entertainment

Our April events calendar features a wide variety of entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. As always, we focus on events with a regular adult admission price of $15 or less, or virtual admission of $30. For more expensive events, we look for popular events with available ticket discounts that can … [Read more...] about Affordable April entertainment

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)

Italian food festival honors San Gennaro in south Seattle

Seattle’s San Gennaro Festival street fair brings the best Seattle Italian food and entertainment to the Georgetown neighborhood, located south of SODO and the Industrial District. About the Georgetown neighborhood One of Seattle's oldest neighborhoods, Georgetown is located west of I-5, and just north of Boeing … [Read more...] about Italian food festival honors San Gennaro in south Seattle

35 ways to stay cool when the heat is on in Seattle

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When record-breaking temperatures hit the Puget Sound region in summer, check our list of the “coolest” free and cheap activities in the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area. Find indoor and outdoor activities from stage plays and movies to spray parks and picnics in a park to mountain hikes. Cheap indoor and outdoor … [Read more...] about 35 ways to stay cool when the heat is on in Seattle

50+ summer things to do for kids and families

Here's our list of free and cheap things to do in summer for kids, teens, and families in Seattle and the Puget Sound region. You'll find outdoor and indoor activities, free tours, DIY toys, cheap food, and fun getaways around Washington State. From beaches and biking to bowling and backyard games, we've got enough fun … [Read more...] about 50+ summer things to do for kids and families