Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. For Memorial Day weekend May 27-30, 2022, you'll find virtual (live stream, on-demand, etc.) as well as in-person events. Our website serves primarily six counties on Puget Sound: Skagit, Snohomish, Island, Kitsap, King, and … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do Memorial Day weekend
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Shakespeare summer events around Puget Sound
William Shakespeare was an English playwright and poet who lived the late 16th and early 17th century. He wrote dozens of plays; including histories about English kings, tragedies such as Macbeth and Hamlet, a long list of comedies, poems, and over 100 sonnets (a poem of fourteen lines). Known as "The Bard" (which … [Read more...] about Shakespeare summer events around Puget Sound
Northwest Folklife: annual Memorial Day Weekend festival
Northwest Folklife Festival is the annual free Memorial Day weekend celebration of ethnic, folk, and traditional arts. Folklife is Seattle's unofficial leap into summer, includes four days of jam-packed excitement all day and into the night. About Northwest Folklife The Memorial Day Weekend festival is presented … [Read more...] about Northwest Folklife: annual Memorial Day Weekend festival
Online: National Math Festival 2021
National Math Festival brings together some of the most fascinating mathematicians of our time to inspire and challenge participants of all ages to see math in new and exciting ways. The Festival features juicy talks, hands-on demos, art, films, performances, puzzles, games, children’s book readings, and more for all … [Read more...] about Online: National Math Festival 2021
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at Northwest African American Museum
Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) in Seattle embraces the important histories, arts, and cultures of people of African descent. NAAM exhibits the history, art, and culture of people of African descent and the Black experience in America, including roots in slavery as well as recent immigrants from Somalia, … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at Northwest African American Museum
Stream New Years Eve 2021 fireworks via the Space Needle
The past several years have resulted in creative New Year fireworks displays from Seattle's most iconic landmark. You may not recall, but the 2019 Space Needle fireworks show ushering in 2020 was scheduled for midnight on December 31. It was cancelled due to high winds. Of course, the past two years circumstances … [Read more...] about Stream New Years Eve 2021 fireworks via the Space Needle
Hybrid: The Global Game Jam 2022
The Global Game Jam® is an annual event usually occurring over a weekend in January. In today’s heavily connected world, GGJ brings people together to share creativity through video games. The GGJ is essentially a hackathon* focused on game development. It is the world's largest game creation event around the … [Read more...] about Hybrid: The Global Game Jam 2022
Movies at MoPOP virtual screening events
MoPOP movie screening events feature diverse films and themed programs--from family films to horror flicks--screened in a traditional theater setting in the JBL Theater, as well as the vast Sky Church. Movies at MoPOP are free with General Admission to the museum and an RSVP. During the COVID stay-at-home order, … [Read more...] about Movies at MoPOP virtual screening events
FREE PAX online gaming convention
PAX is a series of gaming conventions held in Seattle, Boston, Melbourne, Philadelphia, and San Antonio. Each PAX is a show dedicated to supporting and celebrating video and tabletop gaming. It's an expensive gig that we don't usually promote, but for those who are interested in gaming, PAX West is a splurge that we … [Read more...] about FREE PAX online gaming convention
Meany Center for the Performing Arts on UW Seattle Campus
Meany Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Washington Seattle Campus fosters innovative performances that advance public engagement, cultural exchange, creative research and learning through the arts. Meany Center provides opportunities for diverse artists, community, students, and faculty to connect in … [Read more...] about Meany Center for the Performing Arts on UW Seattle Campus
Seattle Repertory Theatre 2020/2021 season
Seattle Repertory Theatre (often called Seattle Rep or simply The Rep) has a discount ticket for you no matter what small your budget may be. The Rep believes that theatre should be affordable for everyone. The list below gives you an overview of how to get discount tickets to Seattle Rep. About Seattle Rep Seattle … [Read more...] about Seattle Repertory Theatre 2020/2021 season
Virtual sacred & classical concerts
St. James Cathedral Music presents a nationally renowned series of sacred music, classical concerts, and organ recitals throughout the year. Some cathedral concerts are ticketed events and others are a free will offering. The annual concert series runs from September to June and contributes beautifully to the rich … [Read more...] about Virtual sacred & classical concerts
Virtual: NASA Mars 2020 Mission Perseverance Rover live landing
On July 30, 2020 NASA launched the Mars 2020: Mission Perseverance Rover. On Thursday, February 18, 2021 NASA you to watch the live landing of the Perseverance rover as she arrives on the "Red Planet". Touchdown is scheduled for approximately 12:55 p.m. PST (3:55 p.m. EST). Live coverage and landing commentary from … [Read more...] about Virtual: NASA Mars 2020 Mission Perseverance Rover live landing
Mountaineers virtual hiking and nature events
The Mountaineers is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization with 14,000 active members in the Pacific Northwest. With several branches and mountain lodges, it's easy to find a nearby community of enthusiasts for all kinds of outdoor pursuits, including hiking, trail running, climbing, backpacking, camping, skiing, … [Read more...] about Mountaineers virtual hiking and nature events
Virtual SIFF Cinema movie rentals and filmmaking events
Many people are familiar with the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF). The 25-day film festival held every spring offers movie aficionados hundreds of feature-length films, shorts, and documentaries from filmmakers around the world. The festival movies are screened at SIFF Cinema theaters and many other venues … [Read more...] about Virtual SIFF Cinema movie rentals and filmmaking events
Free local livestream, virtual tours, and online classes
Listed below is local online content including livestreams and virtual tours at museums and other attractions around the Puget Sound region. We also have a list of free live music in the Puget Sound region, which these days is all online. Drop us a line if you know of any other online content: … [Read more...] about Free local livestream, virtual tours, and online classes
Virtual movies at Northwest Film Forum
Located on Seattle's Capitol Hill, Northwest Film Forum is a nonprofit film and arts center. The organization shares the values and commitments of the Capitol Hill Arts District, a coalition of arts advocates galvanized to keep Capitol Hill a thriving art scene, invested in independent artists and emerging … [Read more...] about Virtual movies at Northwest Film Forum
June 24, 7PM: All In WA Concert for COVID-19 Relief
Washington State was at the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S., and our state will be at the forefront of what it takes to support our communities, help those most at risk, and restart our economy in a safe and sustainable way. Be a part of a movement that is leading the way. About All In WA All … [Read more...] about June 24, 7PM: All In WA Concert for COVID-19 Relief
Free movie rental in June: “Just Mercy” starring Jamie Foxx
“Just Mercy” is a film based on the book by civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson. The bestselling book is a powerful true story about the importance of confronting injustice. It has been adapted into a feature film starring Michael B. Jordan and Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx. Based on the bestselling … [Read more...] about Free movie rental in June: “Just Mercy” starring Jamie Foxx
Free online Beethoven Festival from Seattle Symphony
Seattle Symphony kicks off "Digital Beethoven Fest" on June 22, 2020. The week-long celebration will commemorate Beethoven’s 250th birthday. The online Beethoven festival features hosted panel discussions by Symphony musicians and staff with local artists and composers. There will also be special symphony … [Read more...] about Free online Beethoven Festival from Seattle Symphony
STEM for kids at home with Rosie Research
Science projects are a key part of learning for all kids. With school closures, many families are wondering how to fill in the gap with science activities at home. "Rosie Research" on Bainbridge Island helps families do just that. What's more, the projects and activities are affordable and fun for kids and … [Read more...] about STEM for kids at home with Rosie Research
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. Until social distancing guidelines are … [Read more...] about Free live music in the Puget Sound region
