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Earth Day Celebration at Meridian Habitat Park
2026-04-18 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Meridian Habitat Park, Meridian Habitat Park, Puyallup, WA
A community Earth Day celebration at Meridian Habitat Park in Puyallup featuring outdoor activities, nature programming, and environmental education. Part of a broader series of Earth Day events held across the Pacific Northwest region on April 18, 2026.
Dates: April 18, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://festivalguidesandreviews.com/washington-festivals/

ACT Theatre / Seattle Shakespeare Company — 'The Aves'
2026-04-18 09:00 - 2026-05-03 17:00 | Union Arts Center (Falls Theatre), 700 Union Street, Seattle, WA
A Seattle premiere by acclaimed playwright Jiehae Park, in which an older couple’s ordinary afternoon on a park bench transforms into a shifting world of surreal possibilities — a surprisingly funny meditation on memory, forgiveness, and becoming who we are. Part of ACT and Seattle Shakespeare Company’s inaugural shared season.
Dates: April 18–May 3, 2026
Cost: Tickets from ~$44–$72; packages from $193 for all 5 shows
More Info: https://www.unionartscenter.org/sscact/2526season/

Columbia City Night Market
2026-04-18 09:00 - 2026-12-19 17:00 | Corner of 37th Ave S & Edmunds St (Bank of America parking lot), Seattle (Columbia City neighborhood), WA
A monthly after-dark community celebration in the Columbia City neighborhood where four city blocks come alive with food, music, art, and local makers from 6–10 PM every third Saturday. The market prioritizes Black-owned businesses while remaining inclusive and creative, featuring live music on an outdoor stage, 21+ beer garden, and rotating artisan vendors year-round, rain or shine.
Dates: Third Saturday of every month, year-round (e.g., April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 20, 2026)
Cost: Free to enter
More Info: https://www.peacepeloton.com/night-market

Green Issaquah Earth Day Event at the Miyawaki Forest
2026-04-22 09:00 - 17:00 | Issaquah Miyawaki Forest, 190 Northwest Dogwood Street, Issaquah, WA
An Earth Day community event co-hosted by Issaquah Alps Trails Club and Green Issaquah, focused on maintaining Issaquah’s first Miyawaki Forest. Volunteers help tend the forest as part of Issaquah’s Climate Action Plan goal to reach 55% tree canopy cover by 2035. No experience necessary.
Dates: April 22, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.issaquahalps.org/hikesandevents

Olympia Arts Walk — Spring 2026
2026-04-24 09:00 - 2026-04-25 17:00 | Downtown Olympia (100+ participating locations on Washington Street & 5th Avenue), Olympia, WA
A vibrant semi-annual celebration of arts and community in downtown Olympia, featuring artists, makers, and performers at 100+ business locations. Friday 5–10pm and Saturday 12–6pm. Includes a Luminary Procession on Friday evening at 8:30pm and the famous Procession of the Species on Saturday at 4:30pm.
Dates: April 24–25, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.artswalkoly.com

"Journey to Inner Joy" Yoga Retreat at Saltwater Farm
2026-04-24 09:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 | Saltwater Farm San Juan Island, Saltwater Farm, San Juan Island, WA, San Juan Island, WA
A 3-day, 2-night yoga retreat by SoulFlow + Co, set on San Juan Island. Features yoga and meditation practices, hot tub and cedar sauna, evening sound bath, and local organic meals in a luxury retreat setting overlooking the sea. Designed to reconnect body and mind.
Dates: April 24–26, 2026
Cost: Contact venue for pricing
More Info: https://www.saltwaterfarmsji.com/retreats

Downtown Seattle Art Walk
2026-04-24 09:00 - 2026-10-23 17:00 | Downtown Seattle (110 Pike Street area), Seattle, WA
A free, self-guided, all-ages monthly art walk through downtown Seattle galleries and businesses, held every fourth Friday from 5–8 PM year-round. Participating venues include galleries, shops, and cultural spaces throughout downtown Seattle.
Dates: Fourth Friday of every month, year-round (April 24, May 22, June 26, July 24, Aug 28, Sept 25, Oct 23, 2026)
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.seattlecreates.org/events/downtown-seattle-art-walk-feb-2026

Emerald City Ride
2026-04-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Start: S. Charles Street near Lumen Field, S. Charles Street near Lumen Field Event Center, Seattle, WA
A 20-mile community bike ride presented by Cascade Bicycle Club that takes over southbound SR-99 and the West Seattle Bridge for a car-free ride through Seattle. The route offers views of the Seattle skyline and Puget Sound, passes through Alki Beach, and finishes in Delridge. The event returned in 2026 after a two-year pause and concludes with an after-party at Lowlander Brewing.
Dates: April 25, 2026
Cost: Base registration $50–$65; Youth $15
More Info: https://cascade.org/rides-events/emerald-city-ride-2026

BEPC Conscious Wellness Expo + Gem Show (Spring)
2026-04-25 09:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 | Kent Commons, 525 Fourth Avenue North, Kent, WA 98030, Kent, WA
A 2-day free metaphysical and wellness expo featuring 125+ booths of wellness practitioners, psychic readers, crystal and gem vendors, energy healers, and product vendors. Each day includes a Psychic Panel at 10am, hourly door prizes, food truck, and specialty beverages. One of the Seattle area’s largest holistic expos.
Dates: April 25–26, 2026
Cost: FREE admission and parking
More Info: https://www.bepcweb.org/about-the-expo

Celebrating Dreams 2026: Nurturing Our Networks
2026-04-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Art Love Salon, 110 Union Street, 5th Floor, Seattle, WA
The 11th Annual Celebrating Dreams event from the WA Women’s Business Center at Business Impact NW brings together 50+ women-owned businesses for an evening of connection, empowerment, and opportunity (4–7 PM). The showcase highlights women entrepreneurs across professional services, food/beverage, and creative arts, offering attendees the chance to connect with coaches, lenders, and partners.
Dates: April 30, 2026
Cost: Free to attend; exhibitor fees $60–$80
More Info: https://businessimpactnw.org/annual-events/dreams/

Fox Creek Falls Spring Detox Retreat
2026-04-30 09:00 - 2026-05-04 17:00 | Fox Creek Falls Retreat Center, Fox Creek Falls, near Sedro-Woolley, WA (North Cascades foothills), Sedro-Woolley, WA
A 5-day group detox retreat at Fox Creek Falls on 88 acres beside the Skagit River. Led by Nicole Tilson LMT/CCST, this immersive experience uses gentle therapies to clear toxins via chiropractic, craniosacral therapy, massage, juicing, and detox protocols. Includes outdoor spa (sauna, hot tub, cold plunge), personalized meal plans, and private rooms.
Dates: April 30 – May 4, 2026
Cost: Contact venue for pricing
More Info: https://foxcreekfalls.com

Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival
2026-05-01 09:00 - 2026-05-03 17:00 | Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge / Hoquiam Middle School, 200 Spencer St, Hoquiam, WA
An annual celebration of the spectacular spring shorebird migration, when hundreds of thousands of birds stop at Grays Harbor on their way north. The festival features expert-led field trips, keynote speakers, exhibits, and guided walks at the National Wildlife Refuge. Shuttle buses run between Hoquiam Middle School and the Sandpiper Trail.
Dates: May 1–3, 2026
Cost: Festival registration fee; approximately $20 at the door for some events; field trips priced separately
More Info: https://www.shorebirdfestival.com

Lewis Creek Park Guided Hike
2026-05-02 09:00 - 17:00 | Lewis Creek Visitor Center, Lewis Creek Visitor Center, Bellevue, WA
A 1.5-mile guided hike at Lewis Creek Park led by Bellevue Park Ranger Curtis Kukal, exploring past land use patterns and current restoration projects. The moderately easy hike is for adults 18+ with free parking at the visitor center. Presented by the Issaquah Alps Trails Club; registration required.
Dates: May 2, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.issaquahalps.org/hikesandevents/2026/05/2/lewis-creek-park-hike

Spartan Race Seattle North Event Weekend (Spring)
2026-05-02 09:00 - 2026-05-03 17:00 | Meadow Wood Equestrian Center, 18016 177th Ave SE, Monroe, WA
An obstacle course race weekend featuring Sprint 5K (20 obstacles), Super 10K (25 obstacles), and Kids Race (1–3km) on narrow dirt trails through evergreen forests beside the Snohomish River. The flat-and-fast course makes it ideal for first-timers and PR-seekers. The 900-acre Meadow Wood Equestrian venue sits between Snohomish and Monroe.
Dates: May 2–3, 2026
Cost: Sprint $149; Super $169; Kids Race included
More Info: https://www.spartan.com/en/races/seattle-spring

Kirkland Half Marathon and 5K, Presented by REI Co-op
2026-05-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Juanita Beach Park, 9703 NE Juanita Drive, Kirkland, WA
A scenic half marathon and 5K race starting and finishing at Juanita Beach Park, running a combination of road and crushed gravel on the Cross Kirkland Corridor Trail with views of Lake Washington. The event benefits Girls on the Run Puget Sound and includes a Kid’s Race. Organized by Orca Running and presented by REI Co-op.
Dates: May 3, 2026
Cost: Half Marathon $95–$105; 5K $50–$55; Kids Race included
More Info: https://www.orcarunning.com/kirklandhalf/

Cascade Symphony Orchestra — 'From Mozart to Bernstein' (Season Finale)
2026-05-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Edmonds Center for the Arts, Edmonds, WA
Cascade Symphony’s 2025–26 season finale features three centuries of music including overtures by Dvořák (‘Vanda’) and Bernstein (‘West Side Story’), Respighi’s ‘Roman Festivals,’ and Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante for four winds. Soloists include Northwestern Winds, a quartet of musicians who collectively performed with the Chicago, Seattle, Milwaukee, and Oregon Symphonies.
Dates: May 4, 2026
Cost: Tickets from ~$39+
More Info: https://cascadesymphony.org

Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) — 52nd Annual
2026-05-07 09:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 | SIFF Cinemas, Paramount Theatre, and venues throughout the city, Seattle, WA
The 52nd annual Seattle International Film Festival features films from over 80 countries and represents one of the largest and most respected film festivals in North America. Opening Night on May 7 at the Paramount Theatre features Boots Riley’s ‘I Love Boosters,’ followed by an afterparty at Cannonball Arts. Passes and ticket packs are on sale now; full lineup announced April 15.
Dates: May 7–17, 2026
Cost: Festival Pass from $275 (members); individual tickets vary; Opening Night tickets available
More Info: https://www.siff.net/festival

Bainbridge Island Trillium Trail Run
2026-05-09 09:00 - 17:00 | Battle Point Park, 11299 Arrow Point Dr. NE, Bainbridge Island, WA
Bainbridge Island’s beloved spring running event featuring 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run courses through a scenic wooded route from Battle Point Park, along the Forest to Sky Trail, and looping among the towering firs of the Grand Forest. All proceeds benefit trail development for four new signature trails around Bainbridge Island. The event is organized by the Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation.
Dates: May 9, 2026
Cost: 10K early-bird $35, standard $45; 5K early-bird $30, standard $40; Kids Fun Run free
More Info: https://biparksfoundation.org/event/trillium-2026/

New Tech Seattle Monthly Meetup
2026-05-12 09:00 - 2026-11-10 17:00 | The Collective, 400 Dexter Ave N, Ste 100, Seattle, WA
New Tech Seattle is the Northwest’s largest ongoing monthly tech community event with 60,000+ members, held the second Tuesday of every month. Founders and innovators share 8-minute tech presentations followed by Q&A, community shoutouts, and neighborhood block party–style networking with hosted food and beverages. The crowd spans developers, startup founders, recruiters, executives, investors, and community leaders.
Dates: Second Tuesday of every month (e.g., May 12, June 9, July 14, 2026)
Cost: Ticket required via Luma (prices vary; typically $10–$25)
More Info: https://www.newtechnorthwest.com

Seattle Art Museum — 'Monochrome: Calder and Tara Donovan'
2026-05-13 09:00 - 2027-01-17 17:00 | Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Avenue, Seattle, WA
A major SAM exhibition exploring the concept of monochrome through the work of two celebrated artists — Alexander Calder and Tara Donovan — in a dialogue that spans generations and materials. One of SAM’s anchor exhibitions for the summer and fall 2026 season.
Dates: May 13, 2026–January 17, 2027
Cost: SAM general admission: ~$29.99 adults; members free
More Info: https://www.seattleartmuseum.org/whats-on/exhibitions

Mind.Body.Hum Spring Yoga & Meditation Retreat
2026-05-14 09:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 | Rainbow Lodge Retreat Center, Rainbow Lodge, 40 acres at the base of Mount Si, North Bend, WA, North Bend, WA
A 4-day all-inclusive yoga and meditation retreat led by Seattle’s Mind.Body.Hum studio teachers. Offerings include Hatha/Yin/Restorative Yoga, guided meditation, pranayama, walking meditation, Conscious Connected Breathwork, restorative sound bath, and community connection. All meals and lodging included; sold out but waitlist available.
Dates: May 14–17, 2026
Cost: $1,275–$1,375 per person (all-inclusive: meals, lodging, and teaching)
More Info: https://www.mindbodyhum.com/retreats/spring-2026-yoga-meditation-retreat

Breathwork Northwest Holotropic Breathwork Weekend (May)
2026-05-15 09:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 | Shadow Lake Guest House, Shadow Lake, South Renton, WA, Renton, WA
Three consecutive days of official Stan Grof Holotropic Breathwork™ workshops at Shadow Lake, Renton. Each full-day workshop (9am–9pm) uses rhythmic breathing and music to facilitate deep self-exploration. Limited to 16 participants; option to stay overnight at the lake house.
Dates: May 15–17, 2026
Cost: $195 early registration / $210 regular; 50% discount for mental health graduate students and military veterans
More Info: https://breathworknorthwest.org/our-workshops/upcoming-events/

The Immersion Into Reiki Retreat (Marie Manuchehri)
2026-05-15 09:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 | Hyatt House Redmond, Hyatt House Redmond, Redmond, WA (near St. Edward State Park), Redmond, WA
A 2.5-day deep-dive Reiki retreat led by energy healer and medium Marie Manuchehri, RN. Participants receive all three Reiki attunements (Levels 1, 2, and 3 including Master Attunement), practice hands-on healing, learn chakra and auric field knowledge, explore Qi Gong, and receive live intuitive readings. Lunch and beverages included.
Dates: May 15–17, 2026
Cost: $2,000 (includes program, study guide, meals; lodging separate)
More Info: https://energyintuitive.com/product/spring-2026-workshop-the-immersion-into-reiki-retreat/

Spirit of Africa Festival
2026-05-16 09:00 - 17:00 | Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
Part of the Seattle Center Festál series of 25 free cultural festivals, Spirit of Africa celebrates the rich and diverse cultures of the African continent through live music, dance, cultural demonstrations, food vendors, and artisan markets at Seattle Center.
Dates: May 16, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.seattlecenter.com/connect/news/seattle-center-festal-announces-2026-schedule

Frye Art Museum — Tom Lloyd Exhibition
2026-05-16 09:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | Frye Art Museum, 704 Terry Avenue, Seattle, WA
A significant exhibition organized by New York’s Studio Museum in Harlem featuring works by Tom Lloyd (1929–96), an overlooked innovator in using electric light as an artistic medium. Brings this nationally important but underrecognized artist to Seattle audiences.
Dates: May 16–September 20, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://fryemuseum.org/exhibitions

Bellevue Farmers Market (2026 Season)
2026-05-21 09:00 - 2026-10-01 17:00 | Bellevue Downtown area, 1530 Bellevue Way NE area, Bellevue, WA
A food-first community farmers market running every Thursday from May through October, featuring Washington-grown produce, meat, seafood, dairy, eggs, flowers, plants, and artisan foods—all locally sourced and made by the vendors. The 2026 season runs May 21–October 1, with hours 3:00–7:30 PM (May–August) and 3:00–7:00 PM (September–October 1), plus two additional fall markets including November 21.
Dates: May 21 – October 1, 2026 (Thursdays)
Cost: Free admission
More Info: https://bellevuefarmersmarket.org

Memorial Day Weekend Karma Yoga Silent Retreat (Hridaya Northwest)
2026-05-22 09:00 - 2026-05-25 17:00 | Private lakeside home on Mayfield Lake, Mayfield Lake, Cinebar, WA (near Chehalis), Cinebar, WA
A 4-day silent Karma Yoga retreat exploring the practice of conscious action in daily life. Teachings draw from multiple spiritual traditions and include meditation, Hridaya Hatha Yoga, contemplative practice, and community service. Up to 10 guests at an intimate lakeside home with panoramic Mayfield Lake views.
Dates: May 22–25, 2026
Cost: From $995 (quad) to $1,195 (single king room); $300 deposit required
More Info: https://www.hridayanorthwest.com/may-2026-karma-yoga-retreat

Northwest Folklife Festival
2026-05-22 09:00 - 2026-05-25 17:00 | Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
The 55th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival is one of the largest folk and world music festivals in North America, drawing over 250,000 participants at Seattle Center each Memorial Day weekend. The event features hundreds of live performances spanning folk, traditional, world, and roots music across multiple stages, plus dance, visual art, crafts, and cultural food vendors. Free to attend with donations welcomed.
Dates: May 22–25, 2026 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Cost: Free (donations welcomed)
More Info: https://www.seattlecenter.com/connect/news/seattle-center-festal-announces-2026-schedule

Northwest Folklife Festival — 55th Annual
2026-05-22 09:00 - 2026-05-25 17:00 | Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
A beloved, community-powered celebration of arts, culture, and heritage from across the Pacific Northwest, held annually since 1972. Draws over 250,000 attendees across 25+ stages featuring music, dance, crafts, and food from hundreds of artists and cultural groups. The festival has been powered by donations for over 50 years.
Dates: May 22–25, 2026 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Cost: Free (donation-based; suggested donation requested)
More Info: https://nwfolklife.org

Women Who Lead Summit (PSBJ)
2026-05-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Seattle Convention Center | Summit, 900 Pine St, Seattle, WA
The 4th Annual Women Who Lead Summit presented by the Puget Sound Business Journal is an afternoon (1–6 PM) of dynamic conversations, expert insights, and meaningful networking opportunities for women in business and leadership. The event features panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking designed to connect women leaders across industries throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Dates: May 28, 2026
Cost: Ticket required (prices TBA)
More Info: https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/event/172267/2026/women-who-lead-summit
