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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

Jenny Don’t and The Spurs Pre-NYE Bash

12/30/2025

Jenny Don’t & The Spurs share the stage with Jacob Weldon and The Cobras at Tractor Tavern.

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Holiday Night Market with Santa

12/11/2025

Step into the sparkle of the season at Pike Place Market’s Holiday Night Market – an enchanting evening …

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Fremont Sunday Market

Ongoing

Established in 1990, the Fremont Market has evolved into a thriving, diverse European-style, canal-side open-air street market that …

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An Evening with Dan Bern

12/8/2025

Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Dan Bern at Tractor Tavern.

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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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Winterfest: Armory Stage Entertainment

Now through 12/28/2025

Each weekend from throughout Winterfest, Seattle Center will feature live performances on the Armory Stage, providing visitors with …

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Washington: My Home

Ongoing

Many people have called Washington home. Through this poetic exhibition, the Washington State History Museum helps us all …

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An Evening with John Legend

12/5/2025

Enjoy an an Evening with John Legend at WAMU Theater.

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Winterfest: Winter Train & Village

Now through 12/31/2025

Delight in viewing a late 19th-century model train and village display, installed inside the Armory Food & Event …

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