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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

Priscilla Dobler Dzul: Water Carries the Stories of Our Stars

Now through 4/19/2026

This exhibition brings together an entirely new body of sculpture, textile, and video work to chart urgent stories …

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University District Farmers Market

Ongoing

Held Saturdays year round, the University District Farmers Market is Seattle’s oldest and largest “farmers-only” neighborhood market. Founded …

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Diego Cibelli: Fiori dei mei Habiti

Now through 5/10/2026

SAM’s ornate Porcelain Room features an evocative ceiling fresco, The Triumph of Valor over Time by the greatest …

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Collected – A Holiday Group Exhibition

Now through 1/31/2026

This dynamic group exhibition brings together recent works by over 30 Northwest and West Coast artists, showcasing an …

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History Link Tours

Ongoing

Embark on a tour of Pike Place Market Architecture or Eateries, Volunteer Park, the Belltown neighborhood, the Chinatown-International …

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Winterfest: World Bazaar Presented by Festal

Now through 12/21/2025

Shop for your holiday gifts at this special World Bazaar, offering goods created by local BIPOC artists, and …

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A Sherlock Carol

Now through 12/30/2025

With help from Scrooge and a host of other beloved characters, Holmes unravels a twisty tale of Christmas …

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Victims of Love – Eagles Tribute

1/3/2026

Victims of Love will perform a night of tribute to the Eagles at The Triple Door.

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New Years Eve with MOXIE

12/31/2025

Ring in 2026 with MOXIE at the Royal Room featuring Tamika Alston’s powerhouse vocals, tight horns and a …

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