Northwest Folklife Festival is the annual free Memorial Day weekend celebration of ethnic, folk, and traditional arts. The long holiday weekend festival includes four days of jam-packed excitement all day and into the night. The annual Festival includes thousands of participants, hundreds of volunteers, plus food and … [Read more...] about Northwest Folklife: FREE Memorial Day Weekend festival
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6 Jimi Hendrix memorials in Seattle & Renton
James Marshall “ Jimi” Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942 and died September 18, 1970. Originally named Johnny Allen by his parents Al and Lucille (Jeter), his father changed Jimi’s name to James Marshall. He is renowned as one of rock n’ roll’s best guitarists with a unique left-hand playing style on a right-hand … [Read more...] about 6 Jimi Hendrix memorials in Seattle & Renton
State and County Fairs in Washington State
Washington state has a rich agricultural heritage. A visit to a state or county fair is an excellent way to sample local foods and enjoy free and cheap entertainment. Fairs are a family-friendly activity. Fairs are also a way to see live local and headliner bands at a fraction of the typical price (or even free). … [Read more...] about State and County Fairs in Washington State
Getaway: Wenatchee Apple Blossom Festival (150 mi. E)
The Washington State Apple Blossom Festival, held in late April, is one of oldest and best festivals in the Pacific Northwest. The Festival is centered in the town of Wenatchee, about 150 miles east of Seattle. The celebration showcases the importance of the Apple Industry to Washington State, along with Wenatchee’s … [Read more...] about Getaway: Wenatchee Apple Blossom Festival (150 mi. E)
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival every April
The annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is one of THE destination events for the Pacific Northwest. Each year, the festival welcomes people from across the United States and around the world, including all 50 states and over 85 foreign countries. Every spring hundreds of thousands of people come to enjoy the … [Read more...] about Skagit Valley Tulip Festival every April
Tacoma Daffodil Festival hosts parades in six locations
Second only to the summertime Washington State Fair in Puyallup, the Daffodil Festival is an annual celebration of daffodils in Pierce County's Puyallup Valley. The Daffodil Festival is made up of many smaller events and parades, honoring the history and traditions in the Puyallup Valley where daffodil flowers grew for … [Read more...] about Tacoma Daffodil Festival hosts parades in six locations
Seattle-Tacoma metro area sports teams (pro & college)
Here’s the roster of men and women’s professional sports teams and selected college teams in Seattle-Tacoma metro area. We include major and minor league baseball teams, football and soccer, as well as rugby, basketball, hockey, and roller derby. In addition, we include a few junior professional and collegiate teams, … [Read more...] about Seattle-Tacoma metro area sports teams (pro & college)
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)
Where to find food trucks in the Puget Sound region
Street food is beloved the world over for a casual eating experience, quick service, affordable prices, seasonal specialties, and a wide range of cuisines and tastes. Food trucks are a form of street food. Some food trucks are spin-offs from local restaurants, bringing their cuisine to new neighborhoods or private … [Read more...] about Where to find food trucks in the Puget Sound region
Seafair signature events and community festivals
Many people think that Seattle's Seafair summer festival is Seafair Weekend in August with hydroplane races on Lake Washington and the Blue Angels flying overhead. Far from it. Seafair is a summer-long festival with several signature events as well as many community-driven celebrations throughout the Puget sound … [Read more...] about Seafair signature events and community festivals
Free “Festál” ethnic festivals at Seattle Center
Seattle Center Festál presents free cultural festivals throughout the year. Each event highlights the distinct cultures and common threads of the ethnic communities of people living in the Puget Sound region. The festivals showcase the traditional and contemporary art, music, foods, youth activities, workshops and … [Read more...] about Free “Festál” ethnic festivals at Seattle Center
Chinatown-International District festivals
The Seattle Chinatown-International District (aka the “ID”, pronounced eye-dee), located south of downtown is a cultural hub of the Asian American community. Historically, it is the only area in the continental United States where several cultures—Chinese, Japanese, Filipinos, African Americans, and Vietnamese—settled … [Read more...] about Chinatown-International District festivals
75+ best value places for happy hour food and drinks
Here are our suggestions for some of the best happy hours in Seattle. These are some of the most popular venues and hidden hideaways in neighborhoods throughout the Emerald City. Note that this list of bars and lounges focus on establishments with popular happy hour drink and food specials. If you're looking to … [Read more...] about 75+ best value places for happy hour food and drinks
Washington State Fair events at Puyallup Fairgrounds
Located south of Seattle and east of Tacoma in the shadow of majestic Mount Rainier, the Washington State Fair Events Center comprises over 160 acres. The facilities are available for rent during the year. Washington State Fair (formerly known as the Puyallup Fair) is the largest single attraction held … [Read more...] about Washington State Fair events at Puyallup Fairgrounds
Evergreen State Fair in Monroe
The Evergreen State Fair is a family-friendly celebration of all things Washington, showcasing the state's rich livestock and agriculture heritage. Held in Snohomish County north of Seattle, it the county’s largest event. Activities at the Evergreen State Fair for visitors include free entertainment on the … [Read more...] about Evergreen State Fair in Monroe
Museums with always free admission in the Puget Sound region
The following list of museums in the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area offer free general admission during regular museum hours. Before you head out, check their website for holiday closures. Most museums with free admission will gratefully accept donations. Some of these free museums also offer gift shops or … [Read more...] about Museums with always free admission in the Puget Sound region
Tacoma Museum of Glass free and discount admission
Tacoma Museum of Glass is a contemporary art museum on the Thea Foss Waterway. The museum has a national reputation for hosting impactful artist residencies, exhibiting national traveling exhibitions, creating unique programs for visitors, and building a permanent collection that chronicles the development of modern … [Read more...] about Tacoma Museum of Glass free and discount admission
About the Hibulb Cultural Center in Tulalip
Hibulb Cultural Center & Natural History Preserve is a museum on 50 acres of forest and wetlands on the Tulalip Reservation. Located in Western Washington, north of Everett and the Snohomish River, and west of Marysville. The Tulalip are successors in interest to the Snohomish, Snoqualmie, Skykomish, and other … [Read more...] about About the Hibulb Cultural Center in Tulalip
National Nordic Museum free and discount admission
National Nordic Museum in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood presents history, art, and culture from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and their immigrants to America. Their vast collection of artifacts displayed in permanent and rotating exhibits provide insights about Nordic history, culture, and values to … [Read more...] about National Nordic Museum free and discount admission
All about visiting Seattle Art Museum three locations
Seattle Art Museum features world-class exhibits and though-provoking visual arts. The museum includes three major facilities in the city: Seattle Art Museum (SAM) in downtown Seattle Seattle Asian Art Museum (SAAM) in Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill Olympic Sculpture Park on the Seattle waterfront Each of … [Read more...] about All about visiting Seattle Art Museum three locations
Northwest African American Museum discounts on admission
Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) in Seattle preserves the history, art, and culture of people of African descent, including roots in American slavery as well as African immigrants from Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, and other countries. NAAM especially highlights Pacific Northwest connections and the Black … [Read more...] about Northwest African American Museum discounts on admission
2026 FIFA World Cup watch parties and more
The worldwide soccer tournament known as the “World Cup” takes place every four years. Football teams from around the globe compete for the coveted trophy. Not surprisingly, it is estimated that 10 times as many people watch the World Cup as watch the NFL Super Bowl football championship in the United … [Read more...] about 2026 FIFA World Cup watch parties and more
Bank of America “Museums on Us” free monthly museum admission
For 25 years, Bank of America has offered their cardholders free general admission to museums in cities across the United States through their “Museums on Us” program. On the first full weekend of every month, Bank of America customers can receive a free ticket for Saturday or Sunday to more than 200 museums and … [Read more...] about Bank of America “Museums on Us” free monthly museum admission
Free live music in the Puget Sound region
This list of free music includes everything from classical concerts to folk music sing-alongs with free admission to no cover rock bands at bars and pretty much anything in-between, from country to jazz and soul to alternative. If it's free, we'll find it and put it here for you. "No cover" events can … [Read more...] about Free live music in the Puget Sound region
Ultimate guide: glass museums, glass blowing studios, classes, and events
The Seattle-Tacoma metro area is an international epicenter for glass art with more glass blowing shops than anywhere else outside of the world's preeminent location on Murano Island, a district in Venice, Italy. In addition to glassblowing studios, the Puget Sound region boasts world-renowned glass museums and … [Read more...] about Ultimate guide: glass museums, glass blowing studios, classes, and events