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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

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/

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

Issaquah Salmon Days Festival — 57th Annual
2026-10-03 09:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00 | Downtown Issaquah, Downtown Issaquah, Issaquah, WA
Washington’s largest two-day festival, celebrating the return of salmon to Issaquah Creek each fall. The beloved community festival features live music, arts and crafts vendors, food, family activities, and the chance to witness spawning salmon in the creek. A staple of the Eastside’s fall calendar for over 50 years.
Dates: October 3–4, 2026
Cost: Free admission
More Info: https://www.salmondays.org

Fall 3-Day Mindfulness Retreat (Mindfulness Northwest)
2026-10-08 09:00 - 2026-10-11 17:00 | Samish Island Campground and Retreat Center, Samish Island Retreat Center, Bow, WA (Skagit River Delta), Bow, WA
A 3-day residential silent mindfulness retreat led by Tim Burnett, founder of Mindfulness Northwest. Held at the tranquil Samish Island site, the retreat includes sitting and walking meditation, mindful yoga, body scan, and teachings in the secular mindfulness tradition. Simple cabin accommodations and vegetarian meals included.
Dates: October 8–11, 2026
Cost: $325–$605 (sliding scale; 4-month interest-free payment plan; limited scholarships)
More Info: https://mindfulnessnorthwest.com/programs/retreats/

Oktoberfest Northwest
2026-10-09 09:00 - 2026-10-11 17:00 | Washington State Fair Event Center, Puyallup, WA
Washington’s largest Munich-style Oktoberfest celebration returns for another year at the Washington State Fair Event Center, featuring authentic German food, craft beers in traditional steins, oompah and polka music, Wiener Dog Races, the Stein Dash 5K, Hammerschlagen, and nonstop family-friendly entertainment including a Kinderfest Zone. Friday noon–3 PM is free admission.
Dates: October 9–11, 2026
Cost: Free noon–3 PM Friday; ticket required other times
More Info: https://www.thefair.com/oktoberfest/

Seattle Latin Dance Festival — 8th Annual
2026-10-16 09:00 - 2026-10-18 17:00 | Renaissance Hotel, Downtown Seattle, Seattle, WA
A three-day celebration of Latin dance featuring world-class instructors from across the globe, high-level social dancing, workshops, and spectacular live performances. Focuses on salsa, bachata, and other Latin styles, welcoming dancers from beginner to professional level in an energetic international atmosphere.
Dates: October 16–18, 2026
Cost: Tickets/passes TBA
More Info: https://seattlelatindancefestival.com

Seattle Wellness Summit 2026
2026-10-18 09:00 - 17:00 | 7400 Woodlawn Avenue NE, 7400 Woodlawn Avenue Northeast, Seattle, WA, Seattle, WA
A full-day wellness experience for women and allies, running 10:30am–4pm and organized by YERBANA. The summit is rooted in education, movement, and community, covering mental, physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Includes fitness classes (yoga, pilates, boxing), wellness brand showcases, and community-building activities.
Dates: October 18, 2026
Cost: Check event page for ticket pricing
More Info: https://sweatpals.com/event/seattle-wellness-summit-2026/2026-10-18

Tacoma Film Festival — 20th Annual
2026-10-22 09:00 - 2026-10-25 17:00 | The Grand Cinema, Tacoma, WA
The 20th annual Tacoma Film Festival, celebrating two decades of independent and international cinema at The Grand Cinema. Submissions are currently open; the festival screens a diverse range of short and feature films for the Tacoma community.
Dates: October 22–25, 2026
Cost: Tickets/passes TBA
More Info: https://www.grandcinema.com/tacomafilmfestival

Seattle Antiquarian Book Fair
2026-10-24 09:00 - 2026-10-25 17:00 | Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, Seattle, WA
Dealers from across North America and beyond descend on Seattle offering thousands of collectible books, prints, maps, autographs, photographs, posters, manuscripts, broadsides, fine bindings, and ephemera. A beloved annual event for book lovers, collectors, and bibliophiles of all levels, with guided insider tours available.
Dates: October 24–25, 2026
Cost: $10 at the door (cash, check, or digital); good for both days
More Info: http://www.seattlebookfair.com

Día de Muertos Festival Seattle
2026-10-31 09:00 - 2026-11-01 17:00 | Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
Día de Muertos Festival Seattle is a free two-day cultural celebration honoring the Mexican tradition of Day of the Dead at Seattle Center, featuring colorful ofrendas (altars), traditional music and dance, face painting, artisan vendors, and community remembrance activities as part of the Seattle Center Festál series.
Dates: October 31–November 1, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.seattlecenter.com/connect/news/seattle-center-festal-announces-2026-schedule

Seattle Center Festál — Día de Muertos Festival Seattle
2026-10-31 09:00 - 2026-11-01 17:00 | Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
A two-day free celebration of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) featuring traditional altars (ofrendas), live music, dance performances, cultural vendors, family activities, and community remembrances. Part of Seattle Center’s Festál series honoring the heritage and traditions of Latin American communities.
Dates: October 31–November 1, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://centerspotlight.seattle.gov/2025/11/21/seattle-center-festal-announces-2026-schedule/

Seattle International Comedy Competition — 45th Annual
2026-11-01 09:00 - 2026-11-30 17:00 | Multiple Seattle venues + Mount Baker Theatre (Finals in Bellingham), Seattle/Bellingham, WA
North America’s biggest touring comedy festival, now in its 45th year. A multi-week, judged stand-up comedy contest featuring over 32 comedians competing across Seattle-area venues. The finals are hosted at Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, featuring the top 5 comics competing for the championship.
Dates: November 2026 (exact dates TBA; Finals in Bellingham)
Cost: Finals tickets from ~$29.75
More Info: https://seattlecomedycompetition.org

Diwali: Lights of India
2026-11-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
Diwali: Lights of India is a free one-day festival at Seattle Center celebrating the Hindu Festival of Lights, featuring classical and folk dance performances, traditional music, rangoli, cultural food, and artisan vendors as part of the Seattle Center Festál series.
Dates: November 7, 2026
Cost: Free
More Info: https://www.seattlecenter.com/connect/news/seattle-center-festal-announces-2026-schedule

Issaquah Reindeer Festival
2026-12-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Cougar Mountain Zoo, Issaquah, WA
The most unique annual holiday celebration in the Northwest, the Issaquah Reindeer Festival at Cougar Mountain Zoo offers up-close encounters with live reindeer, holiday-themed activities, entertainment, and festive family fun. A beloved Issaquah tradition for the whole family.
Dates: December 13, 2026
Cost: Ticket required (zoo admission)
More Info: https://www.visitissaquahwa.com/event/issaquah-reindeer-festival-2/2026-12-13/
