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Events this month in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
This event calendar for the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area focuses on free and affordable things to do that make the … [Read More...]

Free and cheap things to do today
This event calendar for the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area focuses on free and affordable things to do that make the … [Read More...]
Latest Seattle Area News & Events

Free and cheap things to do this weekend
Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. You'll find all kinds of … [Read More...]

National Cheeseburger Day: Five Guys offers rare buy-one-get-one free deal
Five Guys is celebrating National Cheeseburger Day with one great deal for three days! For many fans, Five Guys is … [Read More...]

Corn Mazes (Scary & Friendly) in the Seattle-Tacoma Metro Area
The following list of Seattle-Tacoma metro area corn mazes are popular Halloween outings for many families and an … [Read More...]

Fauntleroy Fall Festival
For more than20 years, the Fauntleroy Fall Festival has been a beloved tradition in the Fauntleroy neighborhood of … [Read More...]

Dollar General celebrates National Cheeseburger Day with discounted gift cards
Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day at Dollar General! No, they’re not serving cheeseburgers now, but you can get a gift … [Read More...]

Where to find u-pick pumpkin patches and farm stands
Below, we provide links to pumpkin patches and farm stands selling picked pumpkins in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. All … [Read More...]

Bring-Your-Own-Cup Slurpee for just $1.99 at 7-Eleven
Hey, Slurpee fans! Get ready for some major brain freeze — thanks to this cool deal from 7-Eleven. There’s no better … [Read More...]

Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias free festival
Celebrate Latin heritage and community at Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias, which happens noon to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. … [Read More...]

Free art walks from Everett to Tacoma
Art walks happen almost every weekend somewhere in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. During these events, nearby merchants … [Read More...]
Arts & Entertainment

Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias free festival
Celebrate Latin heritage and community at Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias, which happens noon to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. The event … [Read More...]

Free art walks from Everett to Tacoma
Art walks happen almost every weekend somewhere in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. During these events, nearby merchants often offer specials on food, drinks, gifts, and other fun. … [Read More...]

Discounted Movies at SIFF Cinemas
For more than 50 years, the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) has put a spotlight on independent and international film and promoted the art of film to the Seattle … [Read More...]

Harvest Festival Extravaganza
Families and community members of all ages and walks of life are welcome to join the City of Renton for the Harvest Festival Extravaganza. This is their version of Oktoberfest … [Read More...]

Free Monthly Tours Through Seattle Theatre Group
The Seattle Theatre Group (STG) is a performing arts collective made up of six venues across Seattle. While each venue serves different audiences and provides different … [Read More...]

Free Family Movies at The Grand Cinema
Host to the annual Tacoma Film Festival and many other fun interactive series and events, The Grand Cinema is the place to be to experience creative filmmaking and indie art films … [Read More...]
Fitness & Recreation
Active events in the Puget Sound region

2026 free park entrance days in Washington State
Take advantage of free entrance days in National Parks and Washington State Parks throughout the year. Mark your … [Read More...]

Car-free Bicycle Weekends in southeast Seattle
Seattle Parks and Recreation has announced the schedule for 2026’s set of open street events on Lake Washington … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

Where Kids Bowl Free all summer in Western WA
Bowling centers, schools, and other community organizations have worked together to provide affordable bowling to kids … [Read More...]

Free swim lessons (ages 6-16) at Seattle beaches
Seattle Parks and Recreation offers safe, lifeguarded beaches at nine beaches around the city: Green Lake, Madison Park, … [Read More...]

Free water safety guides & Washington boating laws
If you plan to get out on any of the many waterways in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region, be sure you are … [Read More...]
Practical Matters

Guide to Washington State Wine Growing Regions
While Washington State’s first wine grapes were planted in 1825, the first commercial plantings did not begin until the … [Read More...]

Where to Find Farmers Markets in the Seattle Metro Area
Washington State farmers markets provide a diversity of fresh produce, including fruits. vegetables, herbs, and flowers … [Read More...]

Washinton State berries and summer berry festivals
Washington State is one of the nation's largest producers of many types of berries. Listed below are descriptions of … [Read More...]

Garage sale finder map and calendar
Seattle garage sale and yard sale “season” is generally May-September. However, at any time of year, people can hold … [Read More...]

June – October: u-pick produce around Puget Sound
Here’s our list of popular u-pick fruits, berries, and vegetables and the best month to pick them in the Seattle-Tacoma … [Read More...]

Best summer vacation ideas in Washington State
One of the many benefits of living in Seattle is the amazing getaways around Washington State. The following summer … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

Educate yourself on local fireworks laws
The symbolic use of fireworks on the July 4th, New Years Eve, and other celebratory events is something Americans have … [Read More...]

