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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

Apollo

Ongoing

The challenge of spaceflight drew upon the best and the brightest of a generation, and was the longest, …

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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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Guitar Gallery

Ongoing

The exhibition features nearly 20 guitars from music legends like Howlin’ Wolf’s 1965 Epiphone Casino, Nancy Wilson’s 1965 …

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Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form

Now through 1/4/2026

Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form celebrates the diversity and creativity of Asian comic art and its …

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New Year’s Eve at Seattle Center

12/31/2025

Seattle Center’s free New Year’s Eve celebration offers entertainment and festivities across the grounds.

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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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Humboldt Penguin Exhibit

Ongoing

Most people think of snow and ice when they think of penguins, but our penguins are from the …

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Tommy Oeffling

1/6/2026

Enjoy an evening of live music with Tommy Oeffling at Barboza.

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Joyful Memories

12/14/2025

This joint performance, inspired by family traditions, will include Christmas music from the past 40 years of Barbershop …

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