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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

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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Diego Cibelli

Now through 5/10/2026

SAM’s ornate Porcelain Room features an evocative ceiling fresco by the greatest Venetian artist of the eighteenth century, …

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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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Great Hall of Washington History

Ongoing

Our largest exhibit at the Washington State History Museum is a walk through time. This space showcases some …

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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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Tropical Pacific

Ongoing

Discover the vibrant array of life on a coral reef in the Pacific Ocean. The 25,000-gallon community exhibit …

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Winter in the West

Ongoing

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

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Nordic Journeys

Ongoing

Nordic Journeys expands the Museum’s classic immigration story to include a broader understanding of Nordic life and culture …

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Discover Ancient Coast Salish Culture

Ongoing

The Hibulb Cultural Center is approximately 23,000 square feet with a 50-acre natural history preserve. The mission is …

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