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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

Giant Pacific Octopus

Ongoing

Take a close look at one of the most elusive and fascinating sea creatures found in Puget Sound: …

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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, …

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Fremont Sunday Market

Ongoing

Established in 1990, the Fremont Market has evolved into a thriving, diverse European-style, canal-side open-air street market that …

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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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The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition

12/6/2025

This heart-warming event attracts nearly 10,000 people each year and has become a spirited tradition for many Seattle …

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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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Window on Washington Waters

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This 120,000-gallon exhibit greets you as you take your first steps into the Seattle Aquarium. Filled with hundreds …

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Metaphor into Form: Art in the Era of the Pilchuck Glass School

Ongoing

Founded in 1971, the Pilchuck Glass School, co-founded by Tacoma native Dale Chihuly, emerged as a world-renowned center …

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Ali Siddiq

12/6/2025

Stand-up comedian and public speaker Ali Siddiq takes the stage at The Moore Theatre.

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