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Washington State Fair
Sep 4-27: Washington State Fair Event Center hosts major fairs, festivals, and 125+ annual events, including one of the nation’s largest state fairs.
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Fremont Oktoberfest
Sep 18-20: Fremont Oktoberfest is a 21+ Seattle beer festival featuring craft brews, great food, live music, games, and Bavarian-style fun.
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Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias
Sep 19-20: Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias is a free Seattle Center festival celebrating Latin American independence with food, music, dance, art, and family fun.
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Art + Culture Week
Sep 19-27: Bringing together the incredible makers of art and culture across Seattle into one calendar week of nonstop events.
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CID Night Market
Sep 26: CID Night Market is a free, all-ages Seattle street festival celebrating the Chinatown-International District with food, vendors, and culture.
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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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Water For Elephants
Oct 6-11: The critically acclaimed bestselling novel comes to “thrilling, dazzling” life (Time Out New York) in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical!
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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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Food and Drink
It’s hard to beat the Pacific Northwest when it comes to fresh ingredients, forward-thinking chefs, and an unparalleled dedication to all things local.
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West Seattle Farmers Market – Sundays
Ongoing
Nestled in the heart of the West Seattle Junction between Alaska and California Avenues, The West Seattle Farmers …
Earthlings and Extraterrestrials: 20 Years of Kids Design Glass
Ongoing
In celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the Kids Design Glass Program, the Museum has pulled together a …
Chihuly Garden and Glass
Ongoing
Located at Seattle Center, Chihuly Garden and Glass brings together all the elements of artist Dale Chihuly’s work, …
Festal: Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias
9/19/2026 through 9/20/2026
Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias commemorates the independence of Latin American countries. It is a festival to celebrate history, …
Meet our Marine Mammals
Ongoing
Meet delightful seals and otters. Choose your view – you can watch animals swimming and diving underwater, on …
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, …
Untold Stories: World War II at 75
Ongoing
World War II ended over seventy-five years ago. The War was one of the most destructive and defining …
Vietnam Divided: War Above Southeast Asia
Ongoing
Located in the Museum’s T.A. Wilson Great Gallery this installation focuses specifically on the air war above Southeast …
Festal: The Italian Festival
9/26/2026 through 9/27/2026
This festival is the largest Italian American event in the Northwest. It features art, music, food, dance and …
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What Not to Miss at Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience
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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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