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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

Meet the Animals

Ongoing

Explore exhibits to get close to more than 900 animals and 250 species including some of the world’s …

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Massive: The Power of Pop Culture

Ongoing

This exhibition explores the impact of global pop culture on our daily lives across 2,400 sq. ft. of …

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Gabby’s Dollhouse Live

12/12/2025

Take the family on a fun new sprinkle-filled adventure, live on stage at The Moore Theatre.

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CG5: Too Many Songs Canada Tour

1/6/2026

CG5 will perform live at The Crocodile.

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Maritime Seattle

Ongoing

Maritime Seattle continues the 50+ year partnership between MOHAI and the Puget Sound Maritime Historical Society (PSMHS). Hosted …

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Explore The Market

Ongoing

Seattle’s public market and one of the country’s oldest farmers markets. Encompassing nine acres, the Market’s historic arcade, …

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame

Ongoing

Explore the lives and legacies of the genre’s greatest in the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.

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The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show

12/23/2025 through 12/28/2025

The greatest holiday show south of the North Pole is back with another brand spankin’ new wintertide wonder …

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Nirvana: Taking Punk To the Masses

Ongoing

The exhibition features instruments like Kurt Cobain’s Fender Stratocaster, Krist Novoselic’s Hiwatt DR103 bass amplifier head, and Dave …

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