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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
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.
Seattle International Film Festival
Through May 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.
The Lehman Trilogy
Through May 19
The Tony Award®-winning Best Play comes to Seattle's ACT Theatre after a triumphant run on London’s West End and Broadway.
Northwest Folklife Festival
May 24-27
A celebration of the music, arts, and heritage of the Pacific Northwest. With 4,000+ performers on 20+ stages, and 200 food/craft/import vendors, the festival is a PNW tradition since 1972.
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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Sharks and Daisies: Tales of a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer
5/18/2024
Former Chief Warrant Officer and Coast Guard rescue swimmer George Cavallo integrates his expertise in visual arts and …
Details Event WebsiteCarrie Akre
6/1/2024
Carrie Akre takes the stage with Dejha Colantuono and Joy Pearson at The Sunset Tavern.
Details Event WebsiteGuitar Gallery
Ongoing
The exhibition features nearly 20 guitars from music legends like Howlin’ Wolf’s 1965 Epiphone Casino, Nancy Wilson’s 1965 …
Details Event WebsitePorcelain Room
Ongoing
Vast quantities of translucent, elegantly decorated white-bodied porcelain from China and Japan, arriving in Europe in the seventeenth …
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6/2/2024
Neumos hosts a double bill of live music with Xana and Rachel Bochner.
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6/4/2024
Sinkane hits the stage with Midnight Magic at Tractor Tavern.
Details Event WebsiteGone to Soon: Nabilah Ahmed
Now through 3/31/2025
In Gone Too Soon, the fourth edition of MoPOP’s Guest Curator Program, Guest Curator Nabilah Ahmed examines the …
Details Event WebsiteAvenue East
5/26/2024
Seattle-based Avenue East pulls influences from Post-Hardcore and Pop-Punk acts to create a progressive rock sound full of …
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Happy 50th Birthday, SIFF!
SIFF brings the world to screens across Seattle, featuring hundreds of films from more than 80 countries. Join this Pacific Northwest tradition and celebrate #SIFFTY years of incredible film.
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The Best Weekend Activities in Seattle that Embrace Wellness
From cold plunges and saunas to yoga, meditation, foraging walks, and discovering the city's wellness food scene—check out tips on the best ways to spend a relaxing weekend in the Emerald City.
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Forage & Feast with Savor the Wild Tours
The PNW is a mecca for fresh seafood. Go on an adventure that takes you right to the source and enjoy an experience for all the senses.
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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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