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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

Infinite Worlds of Science Fiction

Ongoing

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

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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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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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West Seattle Farmers Market – Sundays

Ongoing

Nestled in the heart of the West Seattle Junction between Alaska and California Avenues, The West Seattle Farmers …

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Drew Martin

1/9/2026 through 1/10/2026

Enjoy a night of live music with Drew Martin, St. Yuma, and Meiwei at The Sunset Tavern.

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Austra

1/27/2026

The Crocodile will host a double bill of live music featuring Austra and Colin Self.

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Life on the Edge

Ongoing

Ready to get your hands wet? This is the exhibit for you. Step up, lean over and reach …

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Laffont Competition – Northwest Region Auditions

1/18/2026

Aspiring opera singers, all winners of their respective District competitions in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, B.C., will sing …

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Calder at SAM

Ongoing

Calder at SAM celebrates the life, legacy, and work of iconic American artist Alexander Calder.

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