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🎈 Party like its your birthday

Adult birthday party ideas that take the cake in Seattle
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All we’re saying is that boat days are really good for your mental health — especially when paired with one of the Electric Boat Company’s charcuterie boards. | Photo by @maria.treen
When it comes to birthday parties, there’s just no good reason why kids should have all of the fun.

Birthday dinners and cocktails could get the job done, but we’re adults — who’s going to say “no” if we want to spend our birthday smashing stuff or taking some wheels to the rink? Nobody, that’s who.

Don’t skimp on the pinatas and goodie bags this year (or ever again). Life just gets harder, so why not celebrate a little harder, too?

Here are a few adult birthday party ideas that will delight your inner child:

Electric Boat Company | Prices start at $99/hour
Bring your friends for a lake cruise with a charcuterie board and wine — the boats are heated for when it’s cold + you have water access for when it’s warm.

Rage Industry | $33-$38/person
Nothing says “happy birthday” like releasing your inner demons on some unsuspecting glassware and (unplugged) electrical appliances. If anything, it just helps get the stress out so you can spend the rest of your day in peace.

Southgate Roller Rink | $372 for 15 people
Go all out with bell bottoms, glitter, and your grooviest vibes — then chow down on four pizzas, ice cream, and a selection of Jones soda. There’s also a bar if you want to add some boozin’ to your cruisin’. Just be careful on those skates.

Topgolf | Inquire for pricing
Nosh on a chef-curated menu before slamming some golf balls into the abyss. Make a rule that no one else can score better than you because it’s your birthday — you’re not self-centered, it’s called setting boundaries.

Woodland Park Zoo | $850 for 20 people
If you really want to invest in your childlike wonder, these party packages come with carousel rides, zoo admission for 20 people, and a private celebration space. Plus, there are add-on options for animal encounters, face painting, caricatures, and unlimited carousel rides.
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Events
Wednesday, July 31
  • “Thelma” | Wednesday, July 31-Thursday, Aug. 8 | 12 p.m. | SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N., Seattle | $12.50-$15.50 | When 93-year-old Thelma is scammed out of $10,000, she embarks on a mission across LA to recover the dough — by any means necessary.
  • Mitchum Yacoub and the Brass Empire | Wednesday, July 31 | 12 p.m. | City Hall Plaza, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle | Free | Let the sweet melodies and funky beats of some smoooooth jazz set the tone for your evening.
  • Learn to Make Ramen | Wednesday, July 31 | 5-7 p.m. | Locus Wines, 307 Occidental Ave. S., Seattle | $55 | Master the art of crafting the perfect bowl of noods, from savory broths to curated toppings.
  • Author Event: Elena Armas, “The Fiance Dilemma” | Wednesday, July 31 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Barnes & Noble, 401 NE Northgate Way, Seattle | $25 | Snag an exclusive Barnes & Noble edition of the romantic beach read, which comes with your ticket purchase.
Thursday, Aug. 1
  • Free Admission at Volunteer Park Conservatory | Thursday, Aug. 1 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Volunteer Park Conservatory, 1400 E. Galer St., Seattle | Free | Explore the gorgeous plants and blooms inside this park’s scenic greenhouse.
  • Mosaic Tile Workshop | Thursday, Aug. 1 | 1-4 p.m. | Seattle Children’s Museum, 305 Harrison St., Seattle | $13-$15 | This workshop is perfect for helping kids refine their fine-motor skills as they create using colorful pieces of glass, stone, and ceramics.
  • Spotlight Series: Caña Dulce Folclore Dance Group | Thursday, Aug. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Waterfront Park, 1401 Alaskan Way, Seattle | Free | A lineup of folkloric dance performances showcase Costa Rican heritage and culture.
Friday, Aug. 2
  • Seafair Hydroplane Races | Friday, Aug. 2-Sunday, Aug. 4 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Genesee Park + Lake Washington, Seattle | $40 | Watch boat-racing teams compete at unbelievable speeds of over 220 mph.
  • Skate Through the Decades: ‘70s | Friday, Aug. 2 | 6:15-7:45 p.m. | Kraken Community Iceplex, 10601 Fifth Ave. NE, Seattle | $15 | Pull on those bell bottoms and get ready for some disco at this themed night on the ice.
  • West Seattle Wine Weekend | Friday, Aug. 2-Sunday, Aug. 4 | Multiple locations, Seattle | $50 | Sip on four tasting pours from each participating location and discover the tantalizing tannins of Seattle.
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News Notes
Biz
  • After over three decades in the newspaper biz, The Stranger was purchased by Seattle-based company Noisy Creek. Former Seattle Times columnist Marcus Green + Rolling Stone alum Hannah Murphy Winter will be added to its current staff of four writers and two editors. Index Newspapers will keep a 20% stake in the operations. (Seattle Times)
Civic
  • Bellevue residents are invited to submit interview questions for the city’s next city manager. Question suggestions must be sent in via online form by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 28 for the chance to have them included in the public interview process happening Sept. 12-14 to fill the position.
Award
  • Nominations for Intentionalist Awards are now open through Wednesday, Aug. 28. Six award categories recognize small businesses that provide safe spaces, give back, and facilitate connection in Seattle. Those selected will be honored at a ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 15.
Development
  • Construction recently started for a seven-story apartment building in Capitol Hill. A mid-block project between Chop Suey nightclub, Madison Pub, and Diesel bar, the Tanager mid-rise is expected to open in summer 2026. (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Ranked
  • Seattle is the purrr-fect place to be. The Emerald City ranked No. 5 in a list of the country’s most popular cities to have a cat. But as our readers, you were already in the know that our city’s got kitty fever. (US News)
Coming Soon
  • Popular Seattle fried chicken chain Ezell’s Famous Chicken is opening restaurant No. 18 in Kirkland. The grand opening will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 10:30 a.m., serving up its chicken, homemade sides, and fresh-baked rolls with a ribbon cutting at 12559 116th Ave. NE.
Active
  • Everett Mall owner Brixton Capital filed plans with the city for a Topgolf-style entertainment center as part of the mall’s redevelopment. The plans show a 68,000-sqft, three-story building with an 11-acre driving range + a restaurant and bar. An operating tenant has not been named yet. (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Olympics
  • Yesterday, the US women’s rugby team landed the country’s first ever rugby sevens medal with a last-second score. Today’s events include triathlon, rowing + diving — starting at 12 a.m. PT and running until 1:39 p.m. PT. (KING 5)
Sports
  • Major League Baseball’s trade deadline ended at 3 p.m. yesterday. Get a recap on all the Mariners’ player switch-ups with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Finance
    • Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*
     
    Arts

    We’re just egg-ing you on

    Otherworldly sculpture + soundscape exhibit opens at National Nordic Museum in Seattle
    A still from the claymation film "A Pancake Moon" show a clay egg speaking with a rather skinny looking bipedal wolf.
    In “A Pancake Moon,” a claymation film directed by artist Nathalie Djurberg, an egg seeks out answers to some of life’s greatest mysteries, only to find trouble along the way. | Video still courtesy of National Nordic Museum
    The whimsical and mysterious exhibit titled “A Place of Oppportunity and Transformation” debuts at the National Nordic Museum this week.

    Attendees will enter through large-scale immersive installations like “The Stone Garden” to explore human fantasies, fears, secrets, and truths through music, stop-motion, and... well, little egg guys (we truly don’t know how else to put it).

    Swedish artist Nathalie Djurberg uses these egg-centric ovoid shapes to represent a sort of human rebirth, following them through journeys of further self-discovery with a fairytale-like lens highly akin to the subconscious mind. Accompanying music composed by longtime collaborator Hans Berg enhances the transcendent experience.

    Attendees will be able explore entrancing spaces + get up close and personal with these odd, yet endearing creatures Saturday, Aug. 3-Sunday, Oct. 27.

    Access to the temporary exhibit is included in the purchase of a general admission ticket.
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    Today’s edition by:
    Alina
    From the editor
    I’ve been literally waiting to use this beautifully edited (by me) head shot for a full year.

    Why?

    Because, today’s my birthday! *cue the air horn*

    I’m spending it with some really good friends of mine — like Madeline — eating good food, swimming, and wearing sparkly shoes. As a Leo, I need nothing else.
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