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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

Calder at SAM

Ongoing

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

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Art and Life Along the Northwest Coast

Ongoing

Over their long habitation of the Pacific Northwest, First Peoples have shaped their lifeways around the resources of …

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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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Ladies Love R&B

12/7/2025

Enjoy a night of R&B featuring performances by Jacquees, Steven G, Nick LaVelle, and Zae France at The …

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Symetra Movie Nights at Winterfest

Now through 12/26/2025

Celebrate the holidays on select Friday nights during Winterfest for free holiday film screenings in the Armory. Bring …

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One Seattle Soul Holiday Concert

12/14/2025

One Seattle Soul Holiday Concert will feature performances by Lady A, Dexter Allen, Josephine Howell and John Oliver …

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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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The Grunge Show

12/5/2025

Hidden Hall will host a triple bill of tribute to Grunge music featuring Jar of Flies (Alice in …

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Winter Solstice Luminary Walk

12/19/2025 through 12/21/2025

Stroll through a glowing path of luminaries that light up the winter night – the perfect way to …

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