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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

80s Prom

12/6/2025

Hidden Hall will celebrate 80s Prom music with Joyla Red, Henry Mansfield and Tinsley.

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Victorian Christmas Festival

12/4/2025 through 12/7/2025

Step into a festive marketplace featuring more than 350 beautifully decorated booths filled with heartfelt gifts and one-of-a-kind …

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Art Walk Edmonds | Every Third Thursday

Ongoing

Every third Thursday from 5-8 pm, galleries, businesses, and restaurants join in celebrating the arts & cultivating local …

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Boundless: Stories of Asian Art

Ongoing

Asia can be defined in many ways, geographically, culturally, and historically. As the world’s largest and most populated …

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Secretskill

12/3/2025

Take in a night of live music with Secretskill, Machete Picnic, and Couch Queen at The Sunset Tavern.

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Culture is Living

Ongoing

Cultural objects at the Burke Museum aren’t tucked away on shelves. They are alive, embodying the knowledge, language, …

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Winter in the West

Ongoing

Winter is here. This selection of paintings from the Haub Family Collection celebrates the winter season with a …

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The Original Food and Culture Tour of Pike Place Market

Ongoing

Experience Pike Place Market like a true insider on the Original Food & Culture Tour! Hosted by Savor …

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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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