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Booking: Artists’ Books by Black Artists
Oct 2-Feb 21: Booking showcases artists’ books exploring Black histories, identities, and futures through innovative storytelling, cultural memory, and art.
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Earshot Jazz Festival
Oct 7-25: The 38th annual Earshot Jazz Festival celebrates Seattle’s jazz scene with concerts, premieres, and workshops honoring jazz legends and new artists.
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Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King
Ongoing: Danish environmental artist Thomas Dambo has a worldwide following for his large, inventive trolls made from recycled materials. Now you can discover six new friends in the PNW!
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Yirrkala: Art from Australia’s Top End
Ongoing
Step into a whirlpool off the north coast of Australia. With an artist from Yirrkala as your guide, …
Show Me Seattle Tours
Ongoing
Founded in 1994, Show Me Seattle is one of Seattle’s original city tour companies. With over 20 years …
Festal: Dia de Muertos Festival Seattle
10/31/2026 through 11/1/2026
This year’s festival offers performances, elaborate altars, colorful face-painting, sugar skull workshops, visual art, and more.
Humboldt Penguin Exhibit
Ongoing
Most people think of snow and ice when they think of penguins, but our penguins are from the …
Drawn to Resist: Comics, Courage, and the Fight Against Nazism
Now through 11/1/2026
As antisemitism rises worldwide, the Holocaust Center for Humanity is responding with something unexpected – comics. This temporary …
BOO Seattle
10/30/2026 through 10/31/2026
BOO Seattle is returning to WAMU Theater this Halloween weekend.
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 …
Bigtooth
10/27/2026
Sea Monster Lounge will host a night of live music featuring Bigtooth, Seattle’s first dad pop band.
Featured Blog Posts
What Not to Miss at Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience
Suggested events to see at Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience, Oct 15-18.
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Exploring Seattle’s Surroundings Without a Car
Seattle's ample and far-reaching transportation options make it easy to explore, even if you wind up in a neighborhood you weren’t expecting to.
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A Teen’s Guide for a Trip to Seattle
Macy fulfilled her dream of visiting Seattle by attending the National Journalism Convention with her journalism department, where she explored the Emerald City.
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The Ultimate Seattle Sports Fan Guide
Whether you’re a local looking to jump into the Seattle sports spirit, or you’re a visitor hoping to catch a great game, here’s a fan guide to help you plan your visit.
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Enjoy an Espresso Martini in the Country’s Coffee Capital
Check out this list for some of the best spots in town to sip this classic drink.
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25 Things To Do in Seattle
From vibrant arts & culture to worldclass sporting events, new attractions, and lively celebrations—the Emerald City is buzzing with experiences all year long.
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Discover the enchanting charm of Seattle, Washington - fondly known as the Emerald City!
Follow along with Lily Yu, a Deaf travel blogger, as she explores the Emerald City and discovers some of the best attractions, restaurants, and photo spots to check out while visiting.
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