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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

Winterfest: Winter Train & Village

Now through 12/31/2025

Delight in viewing a late 19th-century model train and village display, installed inside the Armory Food & Event …

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A Sherlock Carol

Now through 12/30/2025

With help from Scrooge and a host of other beloved characters, Holmes unravels a twisty tale of Christmas …

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Washington: My Home

Ongoing

Many people have called Washington home. Through this poetic exhibition, the Washington State History Museum helps us all …

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Deep Dark and Dangerous

1/16/2026

TRUTH headlines at The Showbox.

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Johnny A

1/6/2026

Don’t miss this rare and unique opportunity to see one of America’s finest instrumental guitarists, Johnny A., up …

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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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Victims of Love – Eagles Tribute

1/3/2026

Victims of Love will perform a night of tribute to the Eagles at The Triple Door.

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Bowie Birthday Bash

1/9/2026

BowieVision hits the stage with Wheel in the Sky (Journey Tribute) at Tractor Tavern.

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Priscilla Dobler Dzul: Water Carries the Stories of Our Stars

Now through 4/19/2026

This exhibition brings together an entirely new body of sculpture, textile, and video work to chart urgent stories …

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