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Events this month in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
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Free and cheap things to do today
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Latest Seattle Area News & Events

Free things to do in October
Listed below are the free things to do from our October events calendar. For more things to do, see our complete October … [Read More...]

Affordable October entertainment
Our October events calendar features a wide variety of entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. We’ll … [Read More...]

13 best nature walks to see Seattle fall color
In an average year, the best time to see Seattle fall color is the last week of September and first week of October. In … [Read More...]

Getaway: 11 scenic drives for Washington State fall color
If you are seeking Washington State fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives throughout the counties in the … [Read More...]

Best things to buy in October
Every month of the year, certain items are discounted due to overstock, holiday sales, or transitions from one season to … [Read More...]

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...]

Seattle Jazz Vespers the first Sunday of each month
Seattle Jazz Vespers is a secular concert of professional jazz music, for those who love jazz with an inspirational … [Read More...]

Seattle Greek Food Festival every fall at St. Demetrios in Montlake
A Seattle tradition since 1960, the St. Demetrios Greek Festival features savory Greek foods and sweet pastries. … [Read More...]

Fishermen’s Fall Festival
The Fishermen's Fall Festival is an entirely volunteer-led event established to raise money for the Seattle Fishermen's … [Read More...]
Arts & Entertainment

Seattle Jazz Vespers the first Sunday of each month
Seattle Jazz Vespers is a secular concert of professional jazz music, for those who love jazz with an inspirational message. The concerts are hosted the first Sunday night of each … [Read More...]

Seattle Greek Food Festival every fall at St. Demetrios in Montlake
A Seattle tradition since 1960, the St. Demetrios Greek Festival features savory Greek foods and sweet pastries. Everything is freshly prepared by members of the church community … [Read More...]

Free CroatiaFest at Seattle Center
CroatiaFest is returning to the Seattle Center Armory and Fisher Rooftop for its 22nd annual celebration. As part of the Seattle Center Festál series, this cultural festival is … [Read More...]

All about visiting Seattle Art Museum and free days
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 … [Read More...]

2026 Halloween Haunted Houses, Ghost Tours & Spooky Shows in the Seattle Metro Area
The following list of Seattle Metro area Halloween attractions and haunted houses are intended for adults and teens. Some of these attractions are indoors, some are outdoors, and … [Read More...]

Oktoberfest beer festivals in the Puget sound region
Beer-themed Oktoberfest celebrations are held in many other cities around the world, some in October and some in September, which has more predictably favorable weather. The … [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

13 best nature walks to see Seattle fall color
In an average year, the best time to see Seattle fall color is the last week of September and first week of October. In … [Read More...]

Getaway: 11 scenic drives for Washington State fall color
If you are seeking Washington State fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives throughout the counties in the … [Read More...]

Chinatown-International District festivals
The Seattle Chinatown-International District (aka the “ID”, pronounced eye-dee), located south of downtown is a cultural … [Read More...]

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...]

