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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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Culture
Last-minute Seattle gift guide
This one’s for the procrastinators.
December 16, 2022
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SEAtoday
A paper calendar for December
Culture
Upcoming winter holidays
Have a joyous, merry, happy holiday
December 16, 2022
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Dayten Rose
A view of the Seattle skyline at twilight with haze in the background
What 2022’s Google search trends say about Seattle
It’s all up in the air.
December 15, 2022
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Gabe Guarente
A cosplayer dressed in a Krampus costume in front of holiday lights.
Culture
Seattle Krampus group honors yuletide tradition
May your holidays be merry and fright.
December 15, 2022
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Gabe Guarente
South Lake Union Trolley
History
South Lake Union Streetcar celebrates 15 years
We’re all big fans of the trolley.
December 14, 2022
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A glass of eggnog next to a eggs and other ingredients
Food
Where to find tasty eggnog in Seattle
‘Tis the season for creamy drinks. 🥛
December 13, 2022
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Gabe Guarente
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Food
Where to enjoy New Year’s Eve dinner in Seattle
Let 2022 go out in a delicious bang.
December 12, 2022
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Four presents outside a front door.
Culture
Shipping deadlines for Christmas
Here’s how to ensure your presents will make it on time... without Santa’s help.
December 12, 2022
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A large metal sculpture that looks like a fern curves over a walkway at Seattle's waterfront.
Development
Updates on Seattle’s big waterfront projects
There’s now a fancy new bridge over Union Street.
December 9, 2022
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Gabe Guarente
A view of a bar with dark green paint and a TV showing Sue Bird of the Seattle Storm in action.
Food
Seattle’s new Ballard pub Rough & Tumble focuses on women’s sports
It’s been a labor of love. ❤️
December 7, 2022
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Gabe Guarente
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A legendary Hawaiian voyaging canoe visits Seattle
Seattle is one of 300+ ports the canoe will make on The Moananuiākea Voyage
August 24, 2023
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New $45 million gift looks to help transform northern Waterfront
The Elliott Bay Connections project will bring a new bike path to Alaskan Way and upgrades to Myrtle Edwards and Centennial Parks.
August 23, 2023
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Where to see $4 movies in Seattle on National Cinema Day
Go ahead and splurge on popcorn, too.
August 23, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Two Nordstrom employees hold up a Seattle Supersonics banner that says "Bring on the Noise" as part of a time capsule reveal
Culture
Downtown Nordstrom opens time capsule from 1998
And, yes, there was a Beanie Baby inside.
August 22, 2023
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A vintage photo of the Comstock staircase in Queen Anne, leading to a retaining wall.
City
Queen Anne staircases are like stepping through history
They also make for a great workout.
August 22, 2023
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A rendering of the 1st & Battery Portal Porch project which features benches and potted trees.
Development
Celebrate the opening of the First and Battery Portal Porch
Belltown is getting a new public space and you’ve got to check it out.
August 21, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A crab roll on a toasted bun sits on a platter with a lemon wedge on the side
Culture
Where to find sensational crab rolls in Seattle
These places know their crustaceans.
August 18, 2023
A giant wooden troll sculpture sits cross-legged on Bainbridge Island
Culture
What’s up with the new giant wood trolls coming to Seattle?
They’re part of a large installation by a Danish artist.
August 18, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A woman lies on a cot as a tattoo artist prepares needles over a large ring light at the Seattle Tattoo Expo
Culture
Admiring all the cool ink at the Seattle Tattoo Expo
There are live performances and lots of ink opportunities.
August 16, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A bird's eye view of the Pacific Science Center courtyard with the famed white arches shown prominently
City
How to weigh in on the PacSci courtyard renovation project
The center is seeking feedback from the public.
August 16, 2023
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Gabe Guarente