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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
