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Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Seattle
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
August 27, 2025 09:59 AM
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Staff
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Culture
Bush Garden karaoke venue plans its return
The legendary spot in the Chinatown International District is billed as the first karaoke restaurant in the US.
October 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Try your hand at SEAtoday’s October crossword puzzle
Can you get all the answers?
October 25, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Events
Where to “Monster Mash” for Halloween in Seattle
Let’s go, ghouls.
October 20, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
See the winning pumpkin from our 2023 jack-o-lantern contest
Winner: “Stabby (Get Well Soon)” by Tiff L.
October 19, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A bucket filled with Jollibee fried chicken and the fast food chain's mascot on the container
Food
Filipino fast food fave Jollibee plans first Seattle location
The franchise plans to open the location in late 2024 on Rainier Avenue.
October 19, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Food
Where to find retro and rare candy around Seattle
‘Tis the season for stocking up on sugary treats.
October 17, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A rendering that shows the site where Seattle's Vietnamese Cultural and Economic Center will go in 2026.
Nonprofits
New Vietnamese Cultural and Economic Center is on the way
The Friends of Little Saigon have secured a site for the Landmark Project, which includes affordable housing.
October 17, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Two grey, modular restrooms located in a park in Kirkland, WA
City
Become privy to these privies: Seattle’s modular public restroom
This Portland-made, free-to-use, stand-alone toilet is working to address common public bathroom concerns.
October 16, 2023
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Brianna Williams
An acrobat at Teatro ZinZanni balances on a table in front of a dinner theater audience
Culture
Teatro ZinZanni makes a grand entrance at the Lotte Hotel
The cirque show is also celebrating its 25th anniversary.
October 13, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A screen shows the logo for Intentionalist Awards against a graphic of Seattle in a darkened Seattle Public Library auditorium
Small Business
Standing ovation for the first-ever Intentionalist Awards
The awards honor community-driven small businesses in Seattle.
October 12, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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March 6, 2024
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Culture
Leave the cash at home and enjoy these free things to do in Seattle
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March 5, 2024
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City
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March 4, 2024
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Pedestrians cross the street in the University District while a bus prepares to turn the corner. There's a bright red mural painted by Stevie Shao on one of the buildings in the background.
City
Seattle Transportation Plan heads to City Council for approval
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Places to leap in Seattle for Leap Day
Try skydiving, paragliding, or get the most leaps per dollar spent at a trampoline park.
February 28, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
The sign outside Mutual Fish Co. on Rainier Avenue in South Seattle
Business
Answered: Which closed Seattle businesses do you miss the most?
Gone, but not forgotten.
February 26, 2024
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Gabe Guarente
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Culture
Emerald City Comic Con is ready to geek out
Here’s what to do and who to see.
February 26, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A photo of orcas out in the Puget Sound.
City
US Coast Guard launches traffic control for whales
The new pilot program hopes to prevent whale deaths by directing boats to give them more room.
February 23, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah