Second only to the summertime Washington State Fair in Puyallup, the Daffodil Festival is an annual celebration of daffodils in Pierce County's Puyallup Valley. The Daffodil Festival is made up of many smaller events and parades, honoring the history and traditions in the Puyallup Valley where daffodil flowers grew for … [Read more...] about Tacoma Daffodil Festival hosts parades in six locations
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Seattle-Tacoma metro area sports teams (pro & college)
Here’s the roster of men and women’s professional sports teams and selected college teams in Seattle-Tacoma metro area. We include major and minor league baseball teams, football and soccer, as well as rugby, basketball, hockey, and roller derby. In addition, we include a few junior professional and collegiate teams, … [Read more...] about Seattle-Tacoma metro area sports teams (pro & college)
Where to find food trucks in the Puget Sound region
Street food is beloved the world over for a casual eating experience, quick service, affordable prices, seasonal specialties, and a wide range of cuisines and tastes. Food trucks are a form of street food. Some food trucks are spin-offs from local restaurants, bringing their cuisine to new neighborhoods or private … [Read more...] about Where to find food trucks in the Puget Sound region
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 the only area in the continental United States where several cultures—Chinese, Japanese, Filipinos, African Americans, and Vietnamese—settled … [Read more...] about Chinatown-International District festivals
75+ best value places for happy hour food and drinks
Here are our suggestions for some of the best happy hours in Seattle. These are some of the most popular venues and hidden hideaways in neighborhoods throughout the Emerald City. Note that this list of bars and lounges focus on establishments with popular happy hour drink and food specials. If you're looking to … [Read more...] about 75+ best value places for happy hour food and drinks
Museums with always free admission in the Puget Sound region
The following list of museums in the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area offer free general admission during regular museum hours. Before you head out, check their website for holiday closures. Most museums with free admission will gratefully accept donations. Some of these free museums also offer gift shops or … [Read more...] about Museums with always free admission in the Puget Sound region
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 globe compete for the coveted trophy. Not surprisingly, it is estimated that 10 times as many people watch the World Cup as watch the NFL Super Bowl football championship in the United … [Read more...] about 2026 FIFA World Cup watch parties and more
Bank of America “Museums on Us” free monthly museum admission
For 25 years, Bank of America has offered their cardholders free general admission to museums in cities across the United States through their “Museums on Us” program. On the first full weekend of every month, Bank of America customers can receive a free ticket for Saturday or Sunday to more than 200 museums and … [Read more...] about Bank of America “Museums on Us” free monthly museum admission
Free live music in the Puget Sound region
This list of free music includes everything from classical concerts to folk music sing-alongs with free admission to no cover rock bands at bars and pretty much anything in-between, from country to jazz and soul to alternative. If it's free, we'll find it and put it here for you. "No cover" events can … [Read more...] about Free live music in the Puget Sound region
Ultimate guide: glass museums, glass blowing studios, classes, and events
The Seattle-Tacoma metro area is an international epicenter for glass art with more glass blowing shops than anywhere else outside of the world's preeminent location on Murano Island, a district in Venice, Italy. In addition to glassblowing studios, the Puget Sound region boasts world-renowned glass museums and … [Read more...] about Ultimate guide: glass museums, glass blowing studios, classes, and events
Classical performing arts on a budget in Seattle & Tacoma
Listed below, we offer many ways you can enjoy classical performing arts on a budget in Seattle and Tacoma. We include ballet, opera, symphony, and Shakespeare productions. Ballet in Seattle and Tacoma Classical ballet (from the Italian word “ballare”, which means “to dance”) originated in 15th century Italy as … [Read more...] about Classical performing arts on a budget in Seattle & Tacoma
How to get free and discount museum admission
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There are dozens and dozens of museums (we lost count at 130...) in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region. You could visit two every week and not hit the same one twice. Of course, 100 museum admission tickets could also take quite a bite out of your entertainment budget. So, we've got more than a few suggestions to reduce … [Read more...] about How to get free and discount museum admission
50 best value sports bars in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Here are our suggestions for the best value-conscious sports bars, places where you can watch major league and collegiate games as well as other sporting events such as the Olympics and World Cup Soccer on big screen TVs in neighborhood establishments around the Seattle-Tacoma area. Per our mission, these … [Read more...] about 50 best value sports bars in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Affordable comedy shows in Seattle and Tacoma
Seattle-Tacoma has great comedy clubs and improv shows available throughout the year. It's some of the most affordable entertainment around. Listed below are some of the best nightclubs consistently hosting local comedians as well as national and international talent. Seattle comedy clubs Scroll down for a … [Read more...] about Affordable comedy shows in Seattle and Tacoma
Live theater on a budget in Seattle
Listed below, we offer many ways you can enjoy live theater performance on a budget in Seattle and Tacoma. Our regions vibrant theater scene rivals those of other major cities across the country and around the world. You can find classic plays and Broadway musicals, innovative interpretations and original works, … [Read more...] about Live theater on a budget in Seattle
All about visiting Chihuly Garden and Glass
Chihuly Garden and Glass in the shadow of the Seattle Space Needle exhibits fine art sculptures and glass objects by Tacoma native Dale Chihuly. The museum's indoor galleries and outdoor gardens include significant works displayed with natural light to ensure guests a different perspective every time they visit. The … [Read more...] about All about visiting Chihuly Garden and Glass
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 over 75,000 people, where you can enjoy food vendors, local music, arts and crafts, family entertainment, a beer garden, lutefisk eating (or not), giant fish, skateboarding competition, oceans of … [Read more...] about Seafood festival in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood
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. Scan the list below for a day and place near you--or plan a staycation to explore a new neighborhood or city through its vibrant art … [Read more...] about Free art walks from Everett to Tacoma
Ballard Jazz Festival
Ballard Jazz Festival (BJF) is held in the quaint-cum-trendy Seattle neighborhood along Salmon Bay. It is one of the Northwest's newer cultural events However, BJF has quickly established itself as a major addition to the Seattle music scene. It is a worthy destination, whether you live south of the … [Read more...] about Ballard Jazz Festival
Low power FM community radio stations in the Puget Sound region
Have you ever gone to the drive-in movies and turned on your radio to hear the audio of the film? Or tuned into a station listed on a highway sign for ferry, highway, or weather information? If so, you’ve used a Low Power FM radio station. These stations are becoming more popular as folks learn the benefits … [Read more...] about Low power FM community radio stations in the Puget Sound region
Cultural heritage festivals and museums in the Puget Sound region
We have a lot of festivals in the Puget Sound region, some say more than many other places in the country. At Greater Seattle on the Cheap, we provide information for hundreds of festivals and fairs throughout the year, including many cultural heritage festivals. These festivals especially feature Asian, Black … [Read more...] about Cultural heritage festivals and museums in the Puget Sound region
24-hour restaurants offer dining all day and all night
When you're hit with a late night (or very early morning) snack attack, these are your go-to restaurants. Place you can grab a bite to eat any time of day. Besides well-known national chain restaurants, we’ve listed locally-grown eateries and 24-hour grocery stores that can provide substance any time of day or … [Read more...] about 24-hour restaurants offer dining all day and all night
