Dance in Seattle

A number of recognized dance companies are putting both feet forward in Seattle. Some are producing exquisite renditions of classic pieces, while others are projecting a more modern artistic vision.

Pacific Northwest Ballet is widely recognized as one of the country’s premiere regional dance companies. Founded in 1972, it is now delighting audiences under the artistic leadership of Peter Boal, a well-regarded former dancer with a distinguished 22 year career with the New York City Ballet. The sheer brilliance of the choreographers and dancers will captivate you. If you want to put on your own dancing shoes, don’t miss the Century Ballroom. With its elegantly draped balconies and glossy wood floors, it sets the mood to swing or salsa, and for those of us with two left feet, lessons are usually offered before the dance. You can usually find top international and national companies performing at The Paramount Theatre, On the Boards or the Meany Center for the Performing Arts, or catch our up-and-coming artists at Cornish College of the Arts.

Upcoming Dance Events

Ballard Farmers Market – Sunday

Ongoing

Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle’s first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington …

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Conan Gray

3/16/2026

Singer-songwriter Conan Gray will bring his tour to Seatle for a stop at Climate Pledge Arena.

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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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Earthlings and Extraterrestrials: 20 Years of Kids Design Glass

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In celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the Kids Design Glass Program, the Museum has pulled together a …

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Guitar Gallery

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

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Explore The Market

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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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Washington: My Home

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Many people have called Washington home. Through this poetic exhibition, the Washington State History Museum helps us all …

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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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Chihuly Garden and Glass

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Located at Seattle Center, Chihuly Garden and Glass brings together all the elements of artist Dale Chihuly’s work, …

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