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Love For All Boat
Save the date for a SEA-worthy Celebration!
Join us on May 30 on Puget Sound as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Seattle Pride with a night of food, drinks, dancing, a special vow renewal ceremony, and so much more aboard an Argosy Cruises ship.
Music, Theatre, Museums, Festivals and More
The Seasons' Canon
Through April 21
Crystal Pite's mesmerizing work features 54 dancers moving as one organism to Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, recomposed by Max Richter. Plus works by Twyla Tharp and Jessica Lang.
Seattle International Film Festival
May 9-19
Don't miss this year’s celebration of extraordinary independent and international cinema. It's SIFF's golden anniversary at theaters and venues across the Emerald City.
Jaune Quick-to-See Smith: Memory Map
Through May 12
Jaune Quick-to-See Smith (b. 1940, citizen of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Nation) is one of the most innovative and significant artists of her generation.
Sky Hopinka: Subterranean Ceremonies
Through May 26
The artist’s first solo museum exhibition in the Northwest features four recent films and new photographs that focus on personal and political notions of Indigenous homeland.
Venus & the Vixens
May 30-June 16
This immersive theatrical experience has it all: food, drink, games, and heart-pumping electro pop disco-rock sounds. It’s a fresh take on the mythological tale of Cupid and Psyche.
Pulling Together: A Brief History of Rowing in Seattle
Through June 2
In celebration of the film The Boys in the Boat, directed by George Clooney, MOHAI is proud to display a selection of rare artifacts and photographs related to the 1936 champion crew.
Calder: In Motion, The Shirley Family Collection
Through August 4
Discover the iconic American artist who revolutionized sculpture. This exhibition presents more than 45 works from the Shirley Family collection for the first time.
MASSIVE: The Power of Pop Culture
Ongoing
Explore the impact of global pop culture on our daily lives as you deep-dive into your role as a creator and consumer of modern pop culture.
Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King
Ongoing
Danish environmental artist Thomas Dambo has a worldwide following for his large, inventive trolls made from recycled materials. Now you can discover six new friends in the PNW!
Sound Check! The Music We Make
Ongoing
Celebrate significant contributions of AANHPI artists in music. Produced in partnership with KEXP-FM, the Music of Asian America Research Center, UTOPIA, and Smithsonian NMAH.
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Food and Drink
It’s hard to beat the Pacific Northwest when it comes to fresh ingredients, forward-thinking chefs, and an unparalleled dedication to all things local.
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My Dinner with SAM
5/2/2024
Celebrate the art of food at intimate chef dinners inspired by SAM’s three unique sites. Dine in artful …
Details Event WebsiteOn Native Land: Landscapes from the Haub Family Collection
Now through 11/17/2024
This exhibition features 14 landscapes paired with land acknowledgments to recognize more than 75 Native American communities whose …
Details Event WebsiteBaird’s beaked whale
Ongoing
The Burke Museum’s Baird’s beaked whale is one of about 10 Baird’s beaked whales in U.S. museum collections …
Details Event WebsiteSeattle Cabaret Festiva: Arnaldo!
5/4/2024
Seattle Cabaret Festival returns to The Triple Door for another magnificent opening night! This fantastic showcase is hosted …
Details Event WebsiteBingo Loco
4/20/2024
Bingo Loco is an interactive stage show which takes the concept of ‘bingo’ and switches it on its …
Details Event WebsiteAJR
4/26/2024
AJR takes their tour to Seattle for a stop at Climate Pledge Arena.
Details Event WebsiteEldridge Gravy
4/20/2024
Take in an evening of live music with Eldridge Gravy at Sea Monster Lounge.
Details Event WebsiteStanley Clarke
Now through 4/21/2024
4x Grammy-winning bassist Stanley Clarke and his band take the stage at Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley.
Details Event WebsiteMelanie Martinez
5/10/2024
Multi-Platinum alternative-pop phenom Melanie Martinez hits the stage at Climate Pledge Arena.
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The Iconic Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley
Dimitriou's is a premier jazz club in Seattle, bringing in renowned artists and offering a live music experience hard to find anywhere else.
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Must-do Adventures if you're going to Emerald City Comic Con
Seattle is a pop culture hub with tons of fun places to explore, from the Museum of Pop Culture to a rubber chicken museum. Check out our list of must-sees in the Emerald City.
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Downtown Hotspots to Hit if You're Going to the Northwest Flower & Garden Festival
We've pulled together a list of some of the best hotspots to check out in Seattle to round out your experience in the Emerald City, from peaceful parks to cozy cafes to attractions.
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Dick's Drive-In Celebrates 70 Years
Dick's Drive-In Restaurant has been a staple in the Seattle community for 70 years, bringing joy to visitors and locals in the form of tasty burgers, greasy fries, and frosty shakes.
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Seattle Museum Month: Calling All History Lovers
This February, come and experience Seattle Museum Month! Discover the wonders of aviation history, take a deep dive into Seattle's innovative roots or hear about the stories of the Alaskan Gold Rush.
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Seattle Museum Month: Uniquely Northwest
This February, dive into one-of-a-kind places that can only be found here in the Seattle region.
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Seattle Museum Month: Fun for the Whole Family
The Pacific Northwest is home to so many family-friendly museums. Check out some ways to spend your family getaway this February during Seattle Museum Month.
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Seattle Museum Month: For Arts & Culture Fans
Calling all art lovers! Discover the wide selection of art and exhibitions that the region's museums have to offer with a little itinerary inspiration for your upcoming visit.
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