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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

Earthlings and Extraterrestrials: 20 Years of Kids Design Glass

Ongoing

In celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the Kids Design Glass Program, the Museum has pulled together a …

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Wild Blue Angel: Hendrix Abroad, 1966-70

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

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REMEMBRANCE: The Legacy of Executive Order 9066 in Washington State

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This new long-term gallery explores the intergenerational impacts and legacy of the incarceration of people of Japanese descent …

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Chihuly Garden and Glass Gallery Talks & Tours

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Join a guided tour where Gallery Attendants will share information and observations about the artwork and life of …

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Amazing Life

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

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Window on Washington Waters

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

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LeMay – America’s Car Museum

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This international destination for families and auto enthusiasts celebrates America’s love affair with the automobile and explores how …

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The Dinner Detective

Now through 3/28/2026

At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a …

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Behnam Bani

12/21/2025

Behnam Bani will perform live at The Moore Theatre.

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