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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.

Music, Theatre, Museums, Festivals and More

A clay sculpture of a person wearing a bird-shaped hat, holding a small bird in their hands. The figure has a serious expression and a bird perched on their shoulder, and is dressed in casual clothing. — courtesy Bainbridge Island Museum of Art

Aisha Harrison: Porous Body

Nov 22-Feb 22, 2026
Porous Body, speaks to their focus on life cycles – both human and in nature, while experiencing the world through a mixed-race, queer, mothering lens.

A fleet of boats and yachts decorated with colorful, glowing holiday lights float on a dark body of water at night, creating a festive and vibrant scene. — courtesy Argosy Christmas Ship Festival

Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship™ Festival

Nov 28-Dec 23
Join a dazzling holiday tradition as the Christmas Ship™ brings lights, music, and cheer to Puget Sound’s waterfront communities—an unforgettable Pacific Northwest experience.

A ballet scene features a dancer in a mouse king costume brandishing a sword at a performer dressed as a nutcracker soldier on the floor, while a child bunny character tugs at the mouse king's tail. — courtesy Pacific Northwest Ballet

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

Nov 28-Dec 28
Experience the sparkle, dancing, music, and magic that only The Nutcracker can bring.

A man dressed as an elf stands in snow beside the large, festive word — courtesy The 5th Avenue Theatre

ELF - The Musical

Nov 28-Dec 28
Based on the 2003 holiday film favorite starring Will Ferrell, this musical adaptation is a hilarious, fish-out-of-water comedy that's full of heart, adventure, and holiday cheer.

A pair of hands holds a fish against a bright blue background. Large white text reads — courtesy Seattle Rep

Come From Away

Nov 28-Jan 4
Celebrating ten years since Seattle Rep premiered this heartwarming Broadway and international hit, a jubilant new staging by hometown director Brandon Ivie will welcome you back.

A person riding a motorcycle up a steep hill loses balance, causing the front wheel to lift off the ground. Dust and plants are visible around the motorcycle. The image is in black and white. — courtesy MOHAI

Kickstands Up! 125 Years of Motorcycling in the PNW

Nov 28-April 26, 2026
Explore 125 years of motorcycle culture with vintage bikes, gear, photos, and stories—celebrating racing, work, and adventure across the Pacific Northwest’s stunning terrain.

Stylized illustration of a lion’s face in brown on a yellow background with geometric patterns. Text reads: “Disney The Lion King, The World’s #1 Musical.”. — courtesy Paramount Theatre

Disney’s The Lion King

Dec 4-Jan 4
Feel the magic as The Lion King roars to life—stunning visuals, soaring music, and unforgettable storytelling in Broadway’s most breathtaking theatrical experience.

A cartoon pigeon wearing a green elf hat lies on a star atop a Christmas tree-shaped sign that reads, — courtesy Seattle Children's Theatre

The Pigeon Gets a Big Time Holiday Extravaganza!

Through Jan 4
Will the Pigeon join in the festivities, or will he run all the way to the North Pole in search of the greatest gift ever?

A colorful illuminated sculpture of a moose with large antlers decorated with blue birds and hanging green moss, set against a dark background. The sculpture glows with various shades of light. — courtesy Woodland Park Zoo

WildLanterns

Through Jan 18
Be inspired by the magic of the holiday season as you stroll along the Wonderland Trail past woodland creatures from the Pacific Northwest and marvel at our majestic Mount Rainier.

A blue, irregularly-shaped textile with small yellow patterns, a pink dot, a central rectangular design with horizontal stripes, tan ribbed edging on the left, and two small turquoise accents on the right edge. — courtesy Frye Art Museum

An Indigenous Present

Through Feb 14, 2026
An Indigenous Present celebrates an increasingly visible and expanding field of Indigenous contemporary art. Co-curated by artist Jeffrey Gibson.

A set of four stainless steel utensils—a knife, fork, tablespoon, and teaspoon—lies on a folded cream-colored paper with text, arranged neatly on a white surface. — courtesy National Nordic Museum

New Nordic: Cuisine, Aesthetics and Place

Through Mar 8, 2026
Explore nature-inspired cuisine and design, blending wild ingredients, local materials, and cultural trends through food, art, architecture, and objects from Nordic restaurants.

A monochrome illustration of a woman wearing a patterned kimono. She appears to be amid glowing orbs, with her head bowed and eyes closed. The background is dark, creating a contrast with the lights and her flowing attire. — Kuchibeni Suisen © Miyako Maki; MoPOP

Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form

Through Jan 4, 2026
Showcasing the evolution of visual storytelling, this exhibit features the largest-ever selection of original Asian comic artworks.

A room illuminated with intricate, symmetrical patterns in red and blue, projected from a central light source. The geometric designs cover the walls, ceiling, floor, and a raised platform in the center. — courtesy Seattle Asian Art Museum

Anila Quayyum Agha: Geometry of Light

Through Apr 19, 2026
Anila Quayyum Agha’s "Geometry of Light" features large-scale sculptural installations of laser-cut steel cubes that project intricate shadows, reflecting her experiences.

Minimalist art gallery with white walls displaying black and white abstract artworks. An open doorway in the center leads to a dark room with the phrase — courtesy Henry Art Gallery

Kameelah Janan Rasheed: we leak, we exceed

Through Apr 26, 2026
we leak, we exceed will draw together threads from physics, Black critical thought, and information theory to create an immersive environment.

A close-up of a woven cream-colored garment with fringe, adorned with patterned bands in red, tan, and brown, featuring circular and chevron designs, and fastened with a small white bone toggle. — courtesy Burke Museum

Woven In Wool: Resilience in Coast Salish Weaving

Through Aug 13, 2026
This exhibit showcases historical and contemporary woven items, exploring the weaving cycle from gathering materials to intricate designs, with insights from skilled weavers.

A large wooden troll sculpture stands in a forest, its hand resting on a tree. A child plays at its feet, surrounded by tall trees and green foliage. — The Six Forgotten Giants, Little Tilde. Copenhagen, Denmark. Courtesy Thomas Dambo.

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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Aisha Harrison: Porous Body

Nov 22-Feb 22, 2026
Porous Body, speaks to their focus on life cycles – both human and in nature, while experiencing the world through a mixed-race, queer, mothering lens.

Argosy Cruises Christmas Ship™ Festival

Nov 28-Dec 23
Join a dazzling holiday tradition as the Christmas Ship™ brings lights, music, and cheer to Puget Sound’s waterfront communities—an unforgettable Pacific Northwest experience.