This event calendar for the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area focuses on free and affordable things to do that make the … [Read More...]
Want to get information delivered to your mailbox? Then subscribe to our FREE email newsletters. Tell your friends and family by sharing a link to our home page: https://www.greaterseattleonthecheap.com/

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

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...]
Hobbies & Interests

Free outdoor summer music concerts
Here's our big list of (mostly) free outdoor summer music concerts in Seattle and cities around the Puget Sound region. … [Read More...]

Are you Seattle’s top bargain hunter? Run this website
Greater Seattle on the Cheap is looking for a new publisher. This is a great opportunity for someone who is well … [Read More...]

Seafood festival in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood
SeafoodFest in Ballard started as a two-hour dinner in 1971. Today, it's an iconic three-day event that draws thousands, … [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...]

2026 Solstice and Equinox dates
The word solstice comes from the Latin word solstitium, meaning sol (sun) and stitium (to stop). The solstice occurs … [Read More...]

Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade
Fremont Solstice Fair & Solstice Parade every June coincides with the Summer Solstice. The funky, friendly Fremont … [Read More...]
Arts & Entertainment

Free outdoor summer music concerts
Here's our big list of (mostly) free outdoor summer music concerts in Seattle and cities around the Puget Sound region. If the weather looks iffy, check their website before you … [Read More...]

Seafood festival in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood
SeafoodFest in Ballard started as a two-hour dinner in 1971. Today, it's an iconic three-day event that draws thousands, who enjoy food vendors, local music, arts and crafts, … [Read More...]

Free Alki Art Fair supports community artists
Alki Art Fair is a Washington State nonprofit all-volunteer organization that seeks to advance art education and appreciation while encouraging community involvement and cultural … [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...]

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 … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]
Fitness & Recreation
Live and virtual events in the Puget Sound region

Getaway: Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend (58 mi. NW via ferry)
The first Wooden Boat Festival (WBF) in North America in 1978 at Port Townsend eventually joined with Northwest Maritime … [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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

10 frugal ways to stay fit in Seattle
Fitness exercise is a popular reality in Seattle. The city consistently ranks as one of the healthiest places in the … [Read More...]
Practical Matters

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...]

Getaway: Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend (58 mi. NW via ferry)
The first Wooden Boat Festival (WBF) in North America in 1978 at Port Townsend eventually joined with Northwest Maritime … [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...]

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...]

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...]

Pac NW retailers for thoughtful gifts, party supplies & holiday decor
Here are the best places to buy gifts in the Puget Sound region. Our list focuses on local retailers with a variety of … [Read More...]

Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining
Listed below are food deals (and drink deals) and restaurant dining discounts available throughout the Seattle-Tacoma … [Read More...]

