Seattle is a city that loves its sports.
Immerse yourself in Seattle’s incredible sports scene, and embrace the full, electrifying fan experience. As you watch the city’s five legendary men’s pro sports teams, two championship women’s pro sports teams, and the coolest college football team around do what they do best, it’s your chance to chant, cheer and become a part of the action. Plus, many of Seattle’s sports venues are walkable from downtown, making it easier than ever to add these unforgettable events to your itinerary.
FIFA IS COMING TO THE EMERALD CITY!
We are thrilled to welcome the world to Seattle as a host city for these global events
2025
In June and July of 2025, 32 of the world’s leading teams will gather in the US for the inaugural edition of FIFA’s new prime club competition. Among the teams competing is Seattle’s own Sounders FC. Seattle is the confirmed host of all three of the Sounders group stage games where they will face some of the best teams in the world.
| 6/15/25 | Sounders FC v Botafogo | 6/19/25 | Sounders FC v Atlético de Madrid | 6/23/25 | Sounders FC v Paris Saint-Germain |
| 6/17/25 | River Plate v Urawa Red Diamonds | 6/21/25 | Inter Milan v Urawa Red Diamonds | 6/25/25 | River Plate v Inter Milan |
2026
One of the most anticipated events in sports, FIFA Men’s World Cup will be hosted across North America with games in the US, Mexico, and Canada. Seattle is excited to host six matches, including:
| 6/15/26 | Group Stage | 6/24/26 | Group Stage | 7/1/26 | Round of 32 |
| 6/19/26 | USA Group Stage | 6/26/26 | Group Stage | 7/6/26 | Round of 16 |
Climate Pledge Arena Inge Johnsson/Alamy Stock
Climate Pledge Arena
Situated in the city center, Climate Pledge Arena lives up to its sustainability-focused name, operating as the world’s first zero-carbon certified arena. To do so, it uses 100% renewable energy, prioritizes zero waste initiatives through on-site sorting, utilizes captured rainwater to make its ice hockey rink, and has electric powered Zambonis. The arena is home to two professional sports teams: the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) Seattle Storm and the Seattle Kraken of the National Hockey League (NHL). During the off-season, the arena also hosts concerts and events, and its dining options rise far above typical sports fare, with sustainable selections from some of Seattle’s most popular restaurants.
Photo: Seattle Storm
Seattle Storm
The Seattle Storm is a perennial WNBA powerhouse that has set the standard of excellence in women’s basketball. Established in 2000 and backed by an all-female ownership group, the Storm have 16 playoff appearances under their belt and four championships between 2004 and 2020. Storm supporters have shown their solidarity over the years, and you can too. It’s tradition for fans to stay standing until the team sinks their first shot, and between the third and fourth quarter, the team’s mascot, Doppler, leads a short, conga-line-esque walk around the stadium. Find tickets. Regular season: May-September; Home court: Climate Pledge Arena
Photo: Seattle Kraken
Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken are the newest team to the city and burst onto the National Hockey League (NHL) scene in 2021. Since then, they’ve made waves in the sports world, including qualifying for the Stanley Cup playoffs in 2023. While the crowd is rowdy at all games, things level up a few notches at the end of a win when a few Kraken players “yeet” – or toss – a signed salmon plushie into the audience. Talk about a memorable souvenir! Find tickets. Regular season: October-April; Home ice: Climate Pledge Arena
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Lumen Field
Home to the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks as well as major league soccer’s Seattle Reign (NWSL) and Seattle Sounders (MLS), there are sports to watch year-round at Lumen Field.
Photo: Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks
The only NFL franchise in the Pacific Northwest, the Seattle Seahawks have won 11 division titles, three conference championships, and the 2014 Super Bowl. Equally important, the Seahawks are honored to have some of the loudest (bring earplugs to save your hearing) and most dedicated supporters in football. Known as “the 12s,” as in an honorary player with the number 12 jersey, these fans are known to fill Lumen Field and proudly wear their Seahawks merch the Friday—also known as “Blue Friday”—before each Sunday game. Find tickets. Regular Season: September-January; Home turf: Lumen Field
Photo: Seattle Reign FC
Seattle Reign
Founded in 2012, the Seattle Reign is one of the eight founding members of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Wasting no time, the squad orchestrated two first-place regular season finishes, clinching the NWSL Shield in 2014 and 2015. Their reigning status was further solidified when the team again claimed the championship title in 2022. Don’t miss a chance to watch these talented players in action. You might even become a member of the Royal Guard, the Reign’s incredibly named fans. Find Tickets. Regular season: March-October; Home pitch: Lumen Field
Photo: Seattle Sounders FC
Seattle Sounders
The Seattle Sounders are a force to be reckoned with in Major League Soccer (MLS). Since their inception in 2007, they’ve won countless titles, including four U.S. Open Cups, a Supporters’ Shield, two MLS Cups, and one CONCACAF Champions Cup. They’ve even taken to the global stage, becoming the first MLS team to compete in the FIFA Club World Cup in 2023 and are set to play again in the 2025 edition. Like many Seattle-based sports teams, the Sounders shatter attendance records year after year thanks to an adoring and enthusiastic fan base. Each game’s excitement starts with “Scarves Up”—a long-running tradition where fans raise their Sounders scarves above their heads to show their support as the teams kick off. Find tickets. Regular season: February-October; Home pitch: Lumen Field
T-Mobile Park James Berrier
T-Mobile Park
T-Mobile Park is arguably one of the most visually stunning sports stadiums in the country. But this venue isn’t just old-school cool. It’s added modern features to make the Seattle Mariners’ (MLB) game playing better than ever before—like a retractable roof that allows the park to have a real grass field.
Seattle Mariners
Named for the city’s prominent marine history and culture, the Seattle Mariners have long been a Seattle baseball institution. Since their establishment in 1977, they’ve captured the hearts of thousands of fans and achieved countless milestones.
To get the full Mariners fan experience, though, you have to do more than just watch—you have to cheer, chant, and, most importantly, eat. Try next-level pizza at Moto’s, expertly made dumplings from Din Tai Fung, and the vegetarian pomegranate BBQ pork “wings” from Holy Smokes BBQ. And that’s just the start. Plus, your eyes do not deceive you, there are multiple spots throughout the stadium selling $6 beers. Find tickets. Regular season: April-October; Home field: T-Mobile Park
Seattle Seawolves Connor Jalbert
Starfire Sports
Tucked away in Tukwila, about 12 miles south of Seattle proper, Starfire Sports is a top-tier sports training facility. Primarily used by various local soccer teams, it’s most well-known for being the home of the Seattle Seawolves, the city’s successful Major League Rugby (MLR) team.
Seattle Seawolves
A founding member of MLR, the Seattle Seawolves kicked off their inaugural season in 2018 and claimed the first-ever MLR Championship. The following year, they snagged the crown again, making it the first back-to-back title holder in MLR history. Since then, the team has won the Western Conference Championship in 2022 and 2024, sending them to the MLR Championship finals in those years.
The atmosphere for Seawolves matches is all about camaraderie. Pre-match lawn games, happy hours, and player meet-and-greets all foster fan bonding and a communal love of sports. Don’t be surprised if you leave the stadium with a new group of friends for your next Starfire Sports experience. Find tickets. Regular season: February-June; Home field: Starfire Sports
Husky Stadium Max Waugh
University of Washington Sports
The University of Washington, more commonly referred to as U-Dub, is a prestigious university on the shores of Seattle’s Lake Washington. In 2024, it joined the Big Ten Conference, competing against other top-tier (NCAA Division I) collegiate athletic programs.
The university has 23 collegiate athletic programs and numerous facilities dedicated to them. The Husky football team alone has 15 Pac-10 titles, seven Rose Bowl wins, and two national championships to their name. As Seattleites would say, “Go Purple, Be Gold” and come out to watch the “Dawgs” battle at Husky Stadium. Pro tip: for an especially unique experience, try cruising along the waterways of Seattle all the way to the stadium on a “sailgate” charter where you can pre-game before disembarking to watch the game.
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