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Ballard Farmers Market (Year-Round)
2026-01-01 09:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ballard Ave NW, 5300 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA
One of Seattle’s most popular year-round farmers markets, held every Sunday rain or shine in the Ballard neighborhood. Vendors offer artisan cheese, smoked salmon, fresh-baked bread, seasonal produce, cut flowers, and prepared foods from 50–75+ vendors depending on the season. The market accepts SNAP/EBT and participates in the Fresh Bucks program.
Dates: Year-round, Sundays 10am–3pm
Cost: Free admission
More Info: https://seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/ballard

University District Farmers Market (Year-Round)
2026-01-01 09:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 | University Way NE & NE 50th St, University Way NE & NE 50th St, Seattle, WA
One of the largest neighborhood farmers markets in Seattle, operating year-round since 1993 with 60–100+ vendors. Known for certified organic produce, grass-fed meats, artisan bread, and fresh flowers; a covered pavilion ensures year-round operation. The market features live music and cooking demos and accepts SNAP/EBT with Fresh Bucks matching.
Dates: Year-round, Saturdays 9am–2pm
Cost: Free admission
More Info: https://seattlefarmersmarkets.org/markets/university-district

Green Seattle Partnership Volunteer Forest Restoration Events
2026-01-01 09:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 | Various forested parks throughout Greater Seattle, Multiple locations, Seattle, WA
Regular community volunteer events organized by the Green Seattle Partnership to restore and maintain Seattle’s forested parks. Events include invasive species removal, native plant planting, and trail maintenance across dozens of parks. Events are listed on the CEDAR volunteer calendar and many are scheduled months in advance with no experience required.
Dates: Year-round, multiple events monthly
Cost: Free
More Info: https://greenseattle.org/get-involved/volunteer/

WTA Backcountry Volunteer Trail Trips (2026 Season)
2026-03-01 09:00 - 2026-10-31 17:00 | Various backcountry locations across Washington State, Various trailheads, Statewide (incl. Cascade foothills), WA
Multi-day volunteer trail maintenance trips organized by the Washington Trails Association, offering a meaningful way to give back to trails across Washington while experiencing the backcountry. Registration is now open for 2026 trips. Participants perform hands-on trail maintenance work in remote wilderness areas and gain outdoor skills. No prior experience required.
Dates: Spring–Fall 2026 (various dates)
Cost: Free (participants cover their own gear and food)
More Info: https://www.wta.org/get-involved/events

Northwest Psychic and Holistic Fair – Mill Creek
2026-03-20 09:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 | Triway Grange Hall, 3509 Seattle Hill Road, Mill Creek, WA 98012, Mill Creek, WA
Monthly psychic and holistic fair presented by Inner Wisdom Fairs & Events. Features intuitive readers, crystal healers, tarot practitioners, and wellness vendors in the charming historic Triway Grange Hall. Welcoming, free-admission community event in the greater Seattle/Snohomish County area.
Dates: March 14, 2026 (and subsequent monthly 2nd Saturdays)
Cost: Free admission
More Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inner-wisdomfair-tickets-1636397722639

Yoga Flow + Sound Bath at Bhakti Studio – Recurring
2026-03-20 09:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 | Bhakti Studio, 1900 North Northlake Way, Suite 249, Seattle, WA 98103, Seattle, WA
A recurring Thursday evening class combining soft vinyasa yoga flow with a live sound bath using singing bowls, guitar, and vocals for deep relaxation. Offered regularly at Bhakti Studio in the Fremont/Wallingford neighborhood. Accessible to all levels and donation-based so no one is turned away.
Dates: Multiple dates throughout 2026 (Thursdays; recurring series)
Cost: Suggested donation $10; no one turned away
More Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yoga-flow-sound-bath-meditation-bhakti-yoga-sound-healing-tickets-1981823193521

Fremont Sunday Market (Seasonal)
2026-04-01 09:00 - 2026-10-31 17:00 | Evanston Ave N, 3401 Evanston Ave N, Seattle, WA
Seattle’s eclectic outdoor Sunday market in the Fremont neighborhood combining a farmers market with a flea market—quirky, community-focused, and all-Fremont. The 150+ vendor event features local produce, prepared foods, vintage goods, and artisan crafts. A great spot for Sunday brunch combined with outdoor treasure hunting in one of Seattle’s most walkable neighborhoods.
Dates: April – October 2026, Sundays 10am–4pm
Cost: Free admission
More Info: https://www.fremontmarket.com

Pioneer Square First Thursday Art Walk
2026-04-02 09:00 - 2026-11-05 17:00 | Pioneer Square galleries and venues, Seattle, WA
The longest-running art walk in the nation, held on the first Thursday of every month from 6–8 PM in Pioneer Square, Downtown, and the West Edge area. Explore numerous art galleries, the ARTS at King Street Station gallery, and local businesses. Free parking is available at participating garages during event hours.
Dates: First Thursday of every month, year-round (April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, Aug 7, Sept 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, 2026)
Cost: Free
More Info: https://pioneersquare.org/art-walks/

Issaquah Alps Squak Mountain Restoration Events (with WA State Parks)
2026-04-16 09:00 - 2026-12-06 17:00 | May Valley Loop Trailhead, May Valley Loop Trailhead, Issaquah, WA
Recurring invasive species removal and trail restoration events on Squak Mountain, co-hosted by the Issaquah Alps Trails Club, Green Issaquah, and Washington State Parks. Volunteers remove invasive blackberry and other plants to support native forest recovery and Issaquah’s Climate Action Plan goals. No experience required; events occur monthly through the year.
Dates: Multiple dates throughout 2026 (April 16, May 9, June, November, December)
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.issaquahalps.org/hikesandevents

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

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

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

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

Tacoma Art Museum — 'Decades in the Making: 10 Years of SOLA Awardees'
2026-07-18 09:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 | Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA
Marking SOLA’s 10th Anniversary, this exhibition celebrates the creative legacies of ten years of SOLA Award recipients — mature women artists whose vision, mastery, and resilience have shaped Washington’s cultural landscape. A tribute to extraordinary women visual artists selected by their peers.
Dates: Opens July 18, 2026
Cost: TAM general admission: $20 adults; members free; free third Thursday every month
More Info: https://www.tacomaartmuseum.org/home/upcoming-exhibitions/

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child — Broadway at the Paramount
2026-08-22 09:00 - 2026-09-12 17:00 | The Paramount Theatre, Seattle, WA
The Tony Award-winning stage sequel to the beloved Harry Potter series, featuring dazzling stage magic and an immersive time-traveling theatrical adventure. Part of Seattle Theatre Group’s 2026–2027 Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount season. Individual show tickets start around $103.
Dates: August 22–September 12, 2026
Cost: Tickets from ~$103 (average ~$358)
More Info: https://www.stgpresents.org/events/harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child/

Olympia Harbor Days Festival
2026-09-04 09:00 - 2026-09-06 17:00 | Percival Landing, Percival Landing, waterfront, Olympia, WA
A free, award-winning three-day Labor Day weekend festival celebrating South Puget Sound maritime heritage, featuring the world’s largest vintage tugboat races in Budd Bay, tall ships, tribal canoes, harbor cruises, live music, artisan vendors, and 300+ activities. Named Best Heritage Event by Showcase Magazine 2025 and Best South Puget Sound Event of 2022. Held rain or shine at Percival Landing since 1974.
Dates: September 4–6, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.harbordays.com

Washington State Fair
2026-09-04 09:00 - 2026-09-27 17:00 | Washington State Fair Event Center, Puyallup, WA
One of the largest state fairs in the country and the biggest event in Washington state, the Washington State Fair welcomes over 1 million visitors across its 20-day run each September. The fair features carnival rides, livestock shows, concerts, rodeo, agricultural exhibits, competitive demonstrations, hundreds of food vendors, and nonstop entertainment for the whole family.
Dates: September 4–27, 2026 (closed Tuesdays and September 9)
Cost: Ticket required (prices vary by day; online discounts available)
More Info: https://www.thefair.com/washington-state-fair/

Bumbershoot Arts & Music Festival
2026-09-05 09:00 - 2026-09-06 17:00 | Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
Seattle’s flagship multi-disciplinary arts and music festival, celebrating 54 years on Labor Day Weekend. Features music headliners, local chefs, immersive art installations, comedy, dance, film, literary arts, theater, visual arts, and open-container sip & stroll under the Space Needle. Kids 12 & under are free.
Dates: September 5–6, 2026
Cost: Tickets on sale; subsidized pricing; kids 12 & under free
More Info: https://bumbershoot.com

Hridaya Northwest 3-Day Fall Silent Meditation Retreat
2026-09-11 09:00 - 2026-09-13 17:00 | Private lakeside home on Mayfield Lake, Mayfield Lake, Cinebar, WA (near Chehalis), Cinebar, WA
A 3-day silent meditation retreat in the Hridaya tradition held at an intimate lakeside home. Features 3–4 daily meditation sessions, Hridaya Hatha Yoga, walking meditation, Self-Inquiry practices, and spiritual teachings from multiple traditions. Organic vegan/gluten-free meals included; up to 10 guests in panoramic lakeside setting.
Dates: September 11–13, 2026
Cost: $995–$1,195 per person depending on room type; $300 deposit required
More Info: https://www.hridayanorthwest.com/sept2026retreat

Above & Beyond: Group Therapy 700 (ABGT700)
2026-09-11 09:00 - 2026-09-13 17:00 | The Gorge Amphitheatre, George, WA
Above & Beyond’s milestone Group Therapy 700 celebration returns to Anjuna’s North American home at the Gorge for a three-day electronic music festival. The weekend includes a Friday pre-party featuring Above & Beyond’s Deep Set live, Above & Beyond headlining ABGT700 on Saturday, and Anjunadeep Open Air with Ben Böhmer closing on Sunday.
Dates: September 11–13, 2026
Cost: Tickets vary; 2-day passes available
More Info: https://anjunabeats.com/events/abgt700

Autumn Equinox Yoga & Meditation Retreat (Fox Creek Falls / Hridaya)
2026-09-18 09:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | Fox Creek Falls Retreat Center, Fox Creek Falls, near Sedro-Woolley, WA (North Cascades foothills), Sedro-Woolley, WA
A 3-day autumn equinox yoga and meditation retreat at Fox Creek Falls on 88 forest acres beside the Skagit River. Celebratory programming aligned with the equinox season includes yoga, meditation, forest walks, and the property’s outdoor spa with sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge.
Dates: September 18–20, 2026
Cost: From $360 / 3 days (early pricing ~$450 regular)
More Info: https://retreat.guru/centers/10338-1/hridaya-northwest-llc

Cirque Series at Crystal Mountain
2026-09-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Crystal Mountain Resort, 33914 Crystal Mountain Blvd, Crystal Mountain, WA
A mountain trail run covering 7.7–7.9 miles with 2,544 feet of elevation gain at Crystal Mountain ski resort, featuring rugged climbs up Kelly’s Gap service road, alpine lakes, panoramic ridgelines, and Mt. Rainier views. The race is capped at 500 runners and includes a vendor village with demos and music at the base area. Both Sport and Expert categories are available.
Dates: September 19, 2026
Cost: Free – $95.66
More Info: https://www.cirqueseries.com/crystal-mountain

Spartan Race Seattle North American Championship Weekend (Fall)
2026-09-19 09:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | Meadow Wood Equestrian Center, 18016 177th Ave SE, Monroe, WA
The prestigious Spartan North American Championship Weekend featuring Sprint 5K (20 obstacles), Super 10K (25 obstacles), Beast 21K (30 obstacles), and Kids Race in wooded evergreen forests beside the Snohomish River. Elite and Age Group athletes from across the Americas compete for the North American Championship title on the Beast course. Also includes an Obstacle Workshop and Hurricane Heat 4HR.
Dates: September 19–20, 2026
Cost: Sprint ~$149; Super ~$169; Beast ~$199; Kids Race additional
More Info: https://www.spartan.com/en/races/seattle

Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias
2026-09-19 09:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias is a free two-day festival celebrating Latin American independence and heritage at Seattle Center, featuring folklórico dance, live música, traditional foods, artisan vendors, and cultural activities as part of the Seattle Center Festál series.
Dates: September 19–20, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.seattlecenter.com/connect/news/seattle-center-festal-announces-2026-schedule

Seattle SketchFest — Comedy Festival
2026-09-24 09:00 - 2026-09-27 17:00 | Various Seattle venues, Seattle, WA
The nation’s longest-running sketch comedy festival, established in 1999, returns for its 2026 edition. Features sketch comedy performances from regional, national, and international troupes across multiple Seattle stages over four days.
Dates: September 24–27, 2026
Cost: Tickets vary by show
More Info: https://sketchfest.org

Pacific Northwest Ballet — Fall Program
2026-09-25 09:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00 | McCaw Hall, Seattle, WA
PNB opens its fall season with a triple bill featuring Balanchine’s ‘Serenade,’ a new work by Jessica Lang, and ‘Pictures at an Exhibition.’ An exciting start to the new season from one of the premier ballet companies in the Pacific Northwest.
Dates: September 25–October 4, 2026
Cost: Tickets from approximately $30–$150+
More Info: https://www.pnb.org/season/

Sound Bath Training – Mind.Body.Hum (Fall 2026)
2026-10-02 09:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00 | Mind.Body.Hum Studio, 905 Western Ave, Seattle, WA (near Pioneer Square / Waterfront), Seattle, WA
A 22-hour weekend immersion into the art and practice of sound baths, led by Nicole Merat. Participants learn to lead their own sound bath using crystal bowls, gongs, and other instruments — no musical experience required. Includes 3 days of hands-on training at Seattle’s premier yoga and meditation studio.
Dates: October 2–4, 2026
Cost: $825 early (ends August 7) / $925 regular; BIPOC scholarship available at $625
More Info: https://www.mindbodyhum.com/trainings/sound-bath-training-fall-2026

Issaquah Salmon Days Festival
2026-10-03 09:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00 | Downtown Issaquah, Downtown Issaquah, Issaquah, WA
An annual two-day festival celebrating the salmon run in Issaquah Creek, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors to downtown Issaquah. The event features arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment, food vendors, educational exhibits about local salmon habitat and conservation, and viewing of the live Chinook and Coho salmon returning to spawn. One of Washington’s most beloved fall outdoor festivals.
Dates: October 3–4, 2026
Cost: Free admission
More Info: https://www.salmondays.org
