01.16.2025

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Capitol Hill Block Party is just that — a weekend-long party with some of the neatest up-and-coming artists. | Photo by Benjamin Robyn

Wooo-weee. Between the Capitol Hill Block Party, ECCC, and our other various festivals, 2025 is already shaping up to be quite the year for Seattle.

It’s time to start marking your calendars: Here are the events that particularly caught our eye.

Chinatown-International District’s Lunar New Year Celebration

Saturday, Feb. 22
The Year of the Snake is about to begin — celebrate with lion dances, a food walk, martial arts demonstrations, family-friendly activities, and lots of vendors.

Emerald City Comic Con

Thursday, March 6-Sunday, March 9
If you find yourself roaming downtown on this weekend, you might notice quite the cast of characters wandering around. No need to wonder — it’s the Emerald City Comic Con. Pop in for guest appearances from the “Baldur’s Gate 3" voice actors, cosplaying panels, and video game competitions.

Taste Washington

Thursday, March 13-Sunday, March 16
Once you’ve had a taste of Seattle’s cocktails, it’s time to give your taste buds a whirl of Washington wines. Cruise your way through a variety of the state’s best vinos during a variety of events.

And that's just the beginning...

Events

Thursday, Jan. 16

Colorful Clouds Shoe Embroidery Workshop | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Monster | $75 | Your new kicks will be quite dreamy after you add your own design to them.

Friday, Jan. 17

Faux Flora: Silent Disco | 7-9 p.m. | Nordic Museum | $15+ | Check out the current immersive exhibit from Icelandic band Sigur Ros’ Jonsi + family while grooving to some good tunes.

Cynthia Brothers with Tom Eykemans | 7:30 p.m. | Town Hall | $10+ | The team behind the famed social media account Vanishing Seattle has put together a little scrapbook featuring all the places that have made our city ours — come listen to them chat about it.

Saturday, Jan. 18

Sunday, Jan. 19

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute | 7:30 p.m. | Neptune Theatre | $47+ | Break out your inner “Dancing Queen” for this cover band playing your favorite hits.

Monday, Jan. 20

Buffalo Sabres vs. Seattle Kraken | 1 p.m. | Climate Pledge Arena | $66+ | We hope this team from Buffalo spent some extra time sharpening their swords — they’re gonna need the help.

Tuesday, Jan. 21

There's plenty more to do

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News Notes

Sports

We’re just over a year out from the 2026 World Cup, and Washington is gearing up for it with the announcement of 11 fan zones across the state for those who want to take part in the historic event. These zones will include live entertainment, activations, and food/beverage options. (KING 5)

Civic

Monday, Jan. 20 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day where we honor the life and legacy of Dr. King’s work. Seattleites can participate by joining the Northwest African American Museum’s King Day event that includes a resource expo, family activities, storytelling, and more.

Closing

One of Seattle’s most well-loved vegan restaurants just closed. Plum Bistro’s owner/chef Makini Howell announced her decision to close the restaurant + its sibling Plum Chopped in order to focus on her new tofu company, Makini’s. Missing that mac and yease? Check out our list of other local vegan restaurants. (Eater Seattle)

Active

A former NFL star quarterback is bringing some big dill energy with the first Seattle location of his pickleball company Picklr. The sports venue will move into Theo Chocolate’s former 26,500-sqft Fremont warehouse and likely house several pickleball courts for games, lessons, and tournaments. Other details have not been confirmed. (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Community

If you’re looking for a new snuggle buddy, there are 39 dogs and 18 cats that were just brought into the Seattle Humane society from Los Angeles shelters after the wildfire. Check the humane’s society website for their full list of adoptable animals — those from LA will have a special badge. (KING 5)
In case you didn’t hear, the Blue Angels were in town on Monday in advance of our annual SeaFair festival. While in town, the team met with festival execs to work through some planning. A few aerial theatrical moves were initially planned for their arrival, but... we had a cloud cover. (My Northwest)

Traffic

The bus feeling extra crowded these days? Seattle’s car ownership rate has hit a record low, according to 2023 Census data. Of Seattle’s households, 20% do not own or lease a car, which is the first time we’ve seen that number since the US Census Bureau started keeping track of vehicle ownership. (Seattle Times)

Listen

Here’s some tea — reports show that there may have been quite a bit of conflict in the Seattle Kraken’s management office over Dan Blysma’s hiring. Hear from the local experts on the Seattle Kraken with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Volunteer

Did you know MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service? Join AmeriCorps this MLK Day to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King and help your community by volunteering on Monday, Jan. 20. Find volunteer opportunities to serve locally.*

Finance

Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. This is hands-down one of the best of 2025.*

Eat

Start 2025 with Thrive Market: organic groceries delivered right to your door. (They ban over 1,000 harmful ingredients.) Join here to get 30% off your order plus a free $60 gift.*

Job

Ready to get connected with the best local talent in 2025? We created our community job board just for you. Give it a try by posting your first listing for free.

City Guide

On exhibit

MoPOP’s building is so iconic we also included it in our article about local landmarks. | Photo by @elaopatowiecka

Museums are the cultural hubs of Seattle. Whether you’re looking to learn something new about the Emerald City or plotting a way to spend your Saturday afternoon, here are 24 local museums you’ll want to keep on your radar.

Frye Art Museum, 704 Terry Ave. | Free
In addition to its founding collection made up of primarily European artworks, this museum looks for commentary on current issues or new perspectives on past historical events.

Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) | $5+
In addition to exhibits focused on the history and culture of people of African descent, NAAM also hosts festivals and other big events.

Seattle Pinball Museum | $20+
The admission fee grants you unlimited play on all of the 50+ pinball machines dating back from the 1950s to current times.

Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) | $29+
Inside one of Seattle’s most recognizable buildings, MoPOP has some of the world’s most recognizable pop culture artifacts, like props from “Harry Potter” + Jimi Hendrix’s guitars.

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The Buy

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The Wrap

My nerdiness has been well established with you all, but I am so, so pumped about the line-up for the ECCC. I’m a huge Baldur’s Gate 3 fan and so it would be such a treat getting to meet some of the fabulous minds behind that game.

Tickets are still on sale if you’re excited like me.

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