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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

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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SYML

12/5/2025

SYML shares the stage with Bubble Tea and Cigarettes at The Moore Theatre.

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Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez

12/9/2025

Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez is an eight-time Grammy-nominated ensemble championing mariachi music globally.

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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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Amazing Life

Ongoing

Over 8.7 million species are known to exist today, with more being discovered daily. How did this variety …

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Arthur James

12/4/2025

Hidden Hall will host a night of live music featuring Arthur James with Halley Greg, Jeannie Rak, and …

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Atreyu

12/5/2025

Atreyu takes the stage with Eighteen Visions and Zero 9:36 at El Corazon.

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The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition

12/6/2025

This heart-warming event attracts nearly 10,000 people each year and has become a spirited tradition for many Seattle …

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Adam Ray

12/19/2025

Adam Ray headlines at The Moore Theatre.

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