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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 may encounter increased traffic during Interstate 5 upgrades. More information is available on WSDOT’s Revive I-5 wepbage.

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Upcoming Events

Baird’s beaked whale

Ongoing

The Burke Museum’s Baird’s beaked whale is one of about 10 Baird’s beaked whales in U.S. museum collections …

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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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Till We Have Faces

1/21/2026 through 2/21/2026

This world premiere retelling of the myth of Cupid and Psyche follows a powerful, mythic journey through love, …

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Window on Washington Waters

Ongoing

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

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Wild Blue Angel: Hendrix Abroad, 1966-70

Ongoing

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

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Colm Toibín

1/13/2026

Colm Tóibín’s literary conversation with the world explores a number of significant themes: the nature of Irish society, …

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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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Fatai

1/21/2026

Fatai shares the stage with special guest Nyla XO at Tractor Tavern.

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Candlelight Concert – The Best of Joe Hisaishi

1/15/2026

Discover the best of anime masterpieces at Town Hall Seattle.

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