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

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...]

Affordable September entertainment
Our September events calendar features a wide variety of affordable entertainment in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan … [Read More...]

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

Free Admission to The Burke Museum first Thursday of the month
The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture is an institution dedicated to preserving natural and cultural … [Read More...]

Wine Tasting at Walter’s Wine Shop
Walter's Wine Shop was created to be a comfortable space where people can come to drink wine, socialize, and take a … [Read More...]

Wine Tasting at Northwest Wine Academy
South Seattle College's Northwest Wine Academy is the first and only teaching winery in Western Washington. Their … [Read More...]

Free Admission to the Holocaust Center for Humanity
The Henry and Sandra Friedman Holocaust Center for Humanity was founded in 1989 to educate the public about the … [Read More...]

Cinemark fills your own bucket with popcorn for $5 — no movie ticket required
What’s poppin’ at Cinemark? Add this buttery bargain to your bucket list, movie theater popcorn lovers! If … [Read More...]
Arts & Entertainment

Central District Art Walk
Run by Made Space Seattle, the Central District Art Walk is a community event focused on celebrating diverse voices and artistic expression in the Central District. The … [Read More...]

AMC Theatres brings back two Dolly Parton hits with discounted tickets
Dolly Parton was so much more than just a songwriter and musician. The cultural icon could do it all and she did — including acting in many great movies. And AMC Theatres is … [Read More...]

Sunflowers Fields & Festivals in Washington State
Like our tulip fields in spring, acres of beautiful blooming sunflowers are another unique and stunning photo opportunity. Sunflowers typically bloom August-September in Western … [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...]

Free outdoor summer dance lessons in Seattle
Dancing 'Til Dusk presented by Dancing for Joy offers free dance lessons, followed by free music and dancing in July and August at selected Seattle parks. For each event, the first … [Read More...]

Downtown Seattle Art Walk
The Downtown Art Walk in Downtown Seattle allows visitors and residents to get to know a new side of Seattle and allows artists to show off their skills in a night that's all about … [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...]

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...]
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...]

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...]
