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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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Upcoming Events

Seattle Center Winterfest

Now through 12/31/2025

Throughout the five weeks of Winterfest, those in search of uplifting seasonal spirit or delightful diversion will find …

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Metaphor into Form: Art in the Era of the Pilchuck Glass School

Ongoing

Founded in 1971, the Pilchuck Glass School, co-founded by Tacoma native Dale Chihuly, emerged as a world-renowned center …

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Seattle U Redhawks Basketball vs. UTEP Miners Basketball

12/7/2025

Seattle U Redhawks Basketball take on UTEP Miners Basketball at Climate Pledge Arena.

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New Year’s Eve at Seattle Center

12/31/2025

Seattle Center’s free New Year’s Eve celebration offers entertainment and festivities across the grounds.

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Docent-Led Museum Tours

Ongoing

On the third Friday of each month, dive deeper into Nordic culture, art, and history with a guided …

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John Grade: Middle Fork

Ongoing

John Grade’s large-scale sculpture, Middle Fork, echoes the contours of a 140-year-old western hemlock tree located in the …

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Gabby’s Dollhouse Live

12/12/2025

Take the family on a fun new sprinkle-filled adventure, live on stage at The Moore Theatre.

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Guitar Gallery

Ongoing

The exhibition features nearly 20 guitars from music legends like Howlin’ Wolf’s 1965 Epiphone Casino, Nancy Wilson’s 1965 …

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Elf – The Musical

Now through 12/28/2025

Based on the 2003 holiday film favorite starring Will Ferrell, this musical adaptation is a hilarious, fish-out-of-water comedy …

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