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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...]

Free and cheap things to do today
This event calendar for the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area focuses on free and affordable things to do that make the … [Read More...]
Latest Seattle Area News & Events

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...]

Earshot Jazz Festival and ticket discounts
The 38th annual Earshot Jazz Festival will take place across Seattle from October 7 through October 25, 2026. The … [Read More...]

Free Admission to the Wing Luke Museum
The Wing Luke Museum is an art and history museum in Seattle focused on the "culture, art and history of Asian … [Read More...]

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...]

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

Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle and Camano Island free events
The Center for Wooden Boats (CWB) is a non-profit organization that celebrates the rich and varied watercraft heritage … [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 … [Read More...]

Lowe’s Gives Away Free Halloween Trick-or-Treat Tote Bag for Families
No tricks here, just a treat for families! It’s time to tackle another cool giveaway from Lowe’s! Autumn is all … [Read More...]

Chipotle celebrates National Quesadilla Day with free quesadilla for two days
National Quesadilla Day is so cheesy! And Chipotle is celebrating National Quesadilla Day with a big, cheesy giveaway … [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...]

Earshot Jazz Festival and ticket discounts
The 38th annual Earshot Jazz Festival will take place across Seattle from October 7 through October 25, 2026. The three-week event features more than 35 concerts, public workshops … [Read More...]

Free Admission to the Wing Luke Museum
The Wing Luke Museum is an art and history museum in Seattle focused on the "culture, art and history of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders" and is the only … [Read More...]

Chinatown-International District festivals
The Seattle Chinatown-International District (aka the “ID”, pronounced eye-dee), located south of downtown is a cultural hub of the Asian American community. Historically, it is … [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...]

Free Italian Festival at the Seattle Center
As part of the free Seattle Center Festál series, The Italian Festival returns for its 39th year, bringing the spirit of Italian-American heritage to the heart of 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

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...]

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...]

