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FIFA WORLD CUP 26™ IS COMING TO THE EMERALD CITY!

We are thrilled to welcome the world to Seattle as a host city for this global event

One of the most anticipated events in sports, FIFA World Cup 26™ will be hosted across North America with games in the US, Mexico, and Canada.

Seattle is excited to host six matches from June 15-July 6.

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TRAVEL ADVISORY

Visitors traveling through Seattle by car during select weekends may encounter increased traffic during Interstate 5 upgrades. More information is available on our Travel Advisory page.

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Window on Washington Waters

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This 120,000-gallon exhibit greets you as you take your first steps into the Seattle Aquarium. Filled with hundreds …

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Winter in the West

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Winter is here. This selection of paintings from the Haub Family Collection celebrates the winter season with a …

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Wild Blue Angel: Hendrix Abroad, 1966-70

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At the height of his fame, Jimi Hendrix performed more than 500 times in 15 countries and recorded …

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The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition

12/6/2025

This heart-warming event attracts nearly 10,000 people each year and has become a spirited tradition for many Seattle …

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Giant Pacific Octopus

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Take a close look at one of the most elusive and fascinating sea creatures found in Puget Sound: …

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Infinite Worlds of Science Fiction

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Packed with more than 150 artifacts from iconic films and television shows, this exhibition invites you to experience …

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame

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Explore the lives and legacies of the genre’s greatest in the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.

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Earthlings and Extraterrestrials: 20 Years of Kids Design Glass

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In celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the Kids Design Glass Program, the Museum has pulled together a …

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Yirrkala: Art from Australia’s Top End

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Step into a whirlpool off the north coast of Australia. With an artist from Yirrkala as your guide, …

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