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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

Capitol Hill Farmers Market – Sunday

Ongoing

After a busy Saturday night, the Capitol Hill Farmers Market is the place to be on Sundays. Don’t …

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An Improvised Christmas Carol

Now through 12/23/2025

Seattle’s favorite holiday improv tradition returns! Charles Dickens’ classic gets a hilarious, unscripted twist as audience suggestions shape …

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Seattle U Redhawks Basketball vs. UTEP Miners Basketball

12/7/2025

Seattle U Redhawks Basketball take on UTEP Miners Basketball at Climate Pledge Arena.

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Elf – The Musical

Now through 12/28/2025

Based on the 2003 holiday film favorite starring Will Ferrell, this musical adaptation is a hilarious, fish-out-of-water comedy …

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Safe Mind

12/2/2025

Safe Mind takes the stage at Barboza.

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Calder at SAM

Ongoing

Calder at SAM celebrates the life, legacy, and work of iconic American artist Alexander Calder.

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Har Mar Superstar

12/5/2025

Har Mar Superstar takes the stage with Taylor Hollingsworth at The Funhouse.

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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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Kenzan Tsutakawa-Chinn: Gather

Ongoing

A native of Seattle and currently based in New York, Kenzan Tsutakawa-Chinn is an LED light installation artist …

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