Events

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 […]

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 […]

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 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