Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. For the weekend of May 17-19, 2024, you'll find all kinds of in-person and virtual events (live stream, on-demand, etc.). Greater Seattle on the Cheap serves primarily six counties on Puget Sound: … [Read More...]
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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 … [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 prepared. Whether you will be in a motorboat, sailboat, canoe, … [Read More...]
Northwest Folklife: FREE Memorial Day Weekend festival
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 … [Read More...]
Memorial Day Weekend events
Memorial Day is a National holiday observed annually on the last Monday in May. The holiday honors men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. To observe … [Read More...]
Wildflower hikes in Washington State
Wildflowers bloom in Washington State throughout spring and summer. Exactly where and when varies according to elevation and of course the whims of nature in any given year. … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
How to start a vegetable garden in the Pac NW
Vegetable gardening is a great family activity or for anyone. It's one of the most rewarding home projects you can do. You can grow a little or a lot, from a few salad greens or … [Read More...]
Flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls
Listed below are flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls in the Puget Sound region. This list does not include salvage and second-hand clothing stores. For these, you'll … [Read More...]
Just added to our calendar…
These are the newest events added to our calendar. To see all events, go to our virtual/live event calendar.
Block Printing Workshop last Friday in Seattle
Carve and print your own linocut print, for yourself or as a gift! Learn about positive and negative space and … [Read More...]
Celebration of Coffee and Photography Film Development in Seattle
“Espresso & Exposures” celebrates the debut of a new collaboration, the Film Development Drop Box! Come by to … [Read More...]
The Moth StorySLAM in Seattle
The Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true, personal, 5-minute story on … [Read More...]
Free coffee tasting Fridays at KEXP in Seattle
Want to up your coffee knowledge & refine your coffee tasting skills? Don't know a lot about coffee? No sweat. Know … [Read More...]
Henna Design for beginners 4th Thursday in Seattle
The art of Henna (also called "mehndi" in South Asia) has been practiced in South and West Asia and Africa for thousands … [Read More...]
Adoptable Dog Meet & Greet in Seattle
Meet some friendly adoptable dogs and enjoy some delicious beverages! All ages welcome! Dog Gone Seattle volunteers will … [Read More...]
Lag BaOmer BBQ festival in Seattle
Celebrate Lag BaOmer* with BBQ, live music, and activities for kids. It's a great chance to connect with the Capitol … [Read More...]
Armed Forces Day at JBLM (open to the public)
Come out and enjoy activities for all ages. Explore static military aircraft and vehicle displays, including … [Read More...]
23rd & Jackson car show in Seattle
More than just a car show—it's a celebration of community unity and empowerment. The parking lot will be a vibrant hub … [Read More...]
New Works theatre festival in Seattle
The Shattered Glass Project is a theatre company that incubates new talent and provides creative opportunity for theatre … [Read More...]
Grand Opening Celebration at ReAct Theatre in Seattle
Seattle's multi-ethnic philanthropic theatre is already in full swing. Join the official Grand Opening Celebration with … [Read More...]
Hangar 30 Vintage Flea Summer Show in Seattle
Get ready to kick off your summer with a blast from the past. Shop from new and antique furniture and goodies, alongside … [Read More...]
Arts & entertainment
Live and virtual events in the Puget Sound region
Seattle Rep 2024/45 season list of plays and discount tickets
There are many ways to get Seattle Repertory discount tickets. The regular Seattle Rep theater season runs … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
Northwest Folklife: FREE Memorial Day Weekend festival
Northwest Folklife Festival is the annual free Memorial Day weekend celebration of ethnic, folk, and traditional arts. … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
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 … [Read More...]
Practical Matters
10 cheapest places to buy gas in Seattle and Tacoma
Bookmark this page to always find the lowest price on gas in the greater Seattle metropolitan area. The list of gas … [Read More...]
Restaurant delivery service in the Puget Sound region
Restaurants in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area offer delivery in a variety of ways, directly or through restaurant … [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...]
Shredding services help prevent costly identity theft
Shredding services are inexpensive and easy to do. Compared to the cost of fixing your credit if your identity is … [Read More...]
Outlet malls in Seattle and around Puget Sound
From north to south, these are the major outlet malls in the Puget Sound region, offering plenty of shopping and food … [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...]
Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining
These food deals (and drink deals) and restaurant dining discounts are available throughout the Seattle-Tacoma metro … [Read More...]
Home gardening resources and plant sales
Gardening in the Puget Sound region gets the advantage of year-round temperate weather, abundant rain, and rich volcanic … [Read More...]