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/

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

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

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

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/

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

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/
