Check our list of Seattle-Tacoma metro area restaurants offering Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinners. As usual, we focus on locally owned (or Northwest originated) restaurants with modest prices. We also include popular national chain restaurants. If you are looking for something different, you’ll find a list of … [Read more...] about Restaurants open for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day
Arts & Entertainment
Free Snowflake Lane Christmas parade in Bellevue
Since 2005, Snowflake Lane has strived to be the region's most festive free holiday show. Presented by The Bellevue Collection, it has become one of the Pacific Northwest’s favorite holiday traditions. The Snowflake Lane parade runs nightly from the day after Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve. Join the festivities every … [Read more...] about Free Snowflake Lane Christmas parade in Bellevue
Free Christmas tree lighting events around Puget Sound
Listed below we keep a list of Christmas tree lighting celebrations in cities and communities around the Puget Sound region. In case you are wondering where we got the custom of lighting trees in winter, we dug up some interesting history. A short history of Christmas tree traditions The tradition of the … [Read more...] about Free Christmas tree lighting events around Puget Sound
Free family-friendly Winterfest activities at Seattle Center
Seattle Center is the scene for Winterfest--five weeks of free and affordable family activities and holiday-inspired fun. The festivities begin the day after Thanksgiving and go until New Year's Eve. The Seattle Center grounds are open 365 days a year. The Armory, Fisher Plaza, and other buildings are closed only on … [Read more...] about Free family-friendly Winterfest activities at Seattle Center
Christmas light displays around the Puget Sound region
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Here's our list of Christmas light displays burning brightly with 100,000 to 1,000,000 lights. Most are FREE. Many are at private homes in neighborhoods throughout the Puget Sound region that can be enjoyed from the warmth of your vehicle as you idle past. Others are drive-thru or walk-thru commercial displays with an … [Read more...] about Christmas light displays around the Puget Sound region
Drive or walk the free Tacoma Light Trail
The Tacoma Light Trail is a free winter festival of light art in downtown Tacoma that features outdoor performances, dragon parades, lumens concerts, a lighted bike ride, illuminated art throughout downtown, and much more. New Year's Eve, December 31, from 6 PM to 10 PM. Kickoff event at Tollefson Plaza. … [Read more...] about Drive or walk the free Tacoma Light Trail
Get updates on Santa from NORAD
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is a United States and Canada bi-national organization charged with the mission of aerospace warning, aerospace control and maritime warning in the defense of North America. NORAD also tracks Santa’s progress around the world every December 24 through their … [Read more...] about Get updates on Santa from NORAD
2024 Thrill The World annual worldwide simultaneous Thriller dance
Performed in over 150 cities throughout 30 countries, Thrill The World (TTW) is an annual worldwide simultaneous dance of Michael Jackson's “Thriller" for world records and charity. Thrill The World is not a flash mob as the media is contacted prior to the performance. Seattle and Redmond Thrillers join … [Read more...] about 2024 Thrill The World annual worldwide simultaneous Thriller dance
Kirkland Oktoberfest: largest authentic München-style biergarten in the region
This event does not appear to be happening in 2024. As of September 30, 2024 their website still says "info coming soon." The ticket link is non-functioning. Their social media is silent. Kirkland Oktoberfest is the Seattle area's largest authentic German Oktoberfest and München-style biergarten serving the best … [Read more...] about Kirkland Oktoberfest: largest authentic München-style biergarten in the region
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 largest Oktoberfest outside of Germany is "Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest" in Ontario, Canada. The largest in the United States "Oktoberfest … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest beer festivals in the Puget sound region
Washington State Fair events at Puyallup Fairgrounds
Located south of Seattle and east of Tacoma in the shadow of majestic Mount Rainier, the Washington State Fair Events Center comprises over 160 acres. The facilities are available for rent during the year. Washington State Fair (formerly known as the Puyallup Fair) is the largest single attraction held … [Read more...] about Washington State Fair events at Puyallup Fairgrounds
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 and served outdoors under a large tent on the church grounds. Homemade Greek delicacies await you, from spanakopita to Souvlakia and … [Read more...] about Seattle Greek Food Festival every fall at St. Demetrios in Montlake
Celebrate National Coffee Day September 29 at your favorite coffee spot
National Coffee Day is celebrated every September 29. Some of Seattle's local and national retail shops and brands offer a freebie or other deals. Others are a great place for a cuppa Joe any day of the year. Retail coffee deals Listed below is a round-up of our favorite coffee shops, which make for a nice break any … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Coffee Day September 29 at your favorite coffee spot
Outdoor summer movies: drive-ins and pop-ups
Summertime means movies on outdoor screens. And as any Seattleite knows, summer begins in July in the Puget Sound region. Hence, so do most outdoor movies. In the list below, you can find outdoor summer movies around Puget Sound by city. If you are looking for indoor movies, check our big list of movie … [Read more...] about Outdoor summer movies: drive-ins and pop-ups
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 head out. Free outdoor entertainment is usually cancelled for rain or thunderstorms. 2024 Seattle outdoor summer concerts Here are the major … [Read more...] about Free outdoor summer music concerts
Where to see the Blue Angels for free Seafair Weekend
The Boeing Air Show during Seattle Seafair Weekend is a must see for all families and thrill seekers. For many across the Pacific Northwest, summer and Seafair reach their pinnacle as the pilots behind the yokes of the "Blue" Boeing F/A-18 Hornets make their thunderous and spectacular appearance over the skies of … [Read more...] about Where to see the Blue Angels for free Seafair Weekend
Seafair signature events and community festivals
Many people think that Seattle's Seafair summer festival is Seafair Weekend in August with hydroplane races on Lake Washington and the Blue Angels flying overhead. Far from it. Seafair is a summer-long festival with several signature events as well as many community-driven celebrations throughout the Puget sound … [Read more...] about Seafair signature events and community festivals
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 diversity for the community’s benefit. The annual Alki Art Fair on one of Seattle’s most scenic Puget Sound beaches is a showcase for the … [Read more...] about Free Alki Art Fair supports community artists
Free Art Festivals in Bellevue
For decades, free annual summer art events have transformed Bellevue streets into a huge outdoor market for creativity and artistic expression featuring hundreds of talented artists from all corners of the Pacific Northwest showcasing their awe-inspiring creations, and a diverse selection of sculptures, jewelry, wood, … [Read more...] about Free Art Festivals in Bellevue
Parades on July 4th in the Puget Sound region
Parades are another great way to celebrate community. Seafair festivals and parades happen in Seattle all summer long. Some are community parades that have been held since before Seafair began in the 1950s. I love the fireworks shows for Independence Day, but know that many do not. (My husky dogs were never bothered … [Read more...] about Parades on July 4th in the Puget Sound region
Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade
Fremont Solstice Fair & Solstice Parade every June coincides with the Summer Solstice. The funky, friendly Fremont neighborhood celebrates all aspects of community: art, spirit, sharing, and working together to help each other. During Fremont Fair weekend, people from all walks of life come together to shop, eat, … [Read more...] about Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade
Affordable music festivals in Washington State
Listed below are annual music festivals in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area and across Washington State. Our list focuses on events with free or cheap admission ($15 or less). However, we include popular music festivals with higher price admission so you can plan when to splurge throughout the year. If not marked as free … [Read more...] about Affordable music festivals in Washington State
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 September through June. Preview performances (before opening night) and Wednesday matinee are the least expensive theater ticket. Saturday/Sunday matinee and Saturday night are the most … [Read more...] about Seattle Rep 2024/45 season list of plays and discount tickets
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 jam-packed excitement all day and into the night. The annual Festival includes thousands of participants, hundreds of volunteers, plus food and … [Read more...] about Northwest Folklife: FREE Memorial Day Weekend festival
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 by his parents Al and Lucille (Jeter), his father changed Jimi’s name to James Marshall. He is renowned as one of rock n’ roll’s best guitarists with a unique left-hand playing style on a right-hand … [Read more...] about 6 Jimi Hendrix memorials in Seattle & Renton
