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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
The 4th Annual Women Who Lead Summit presented by the Puget Sound Business Journal is an afternoon (1–6 PM) of dynamic conversations, expert insights, and meaningful networking opportunities for women in business and leadership. The event features panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking designed to connect women leaders across industries throughout the Pacific Northwest. Dates: […]
A women's weekend silent mindfulness retreat at the Sacred Waters Retreat Center on the Hood Canal. Led by Karen Schwisow and Carolyn McCarthy, this retreat focuses on fierce self-compassion practices, sitting and walking meditation, gentle yoga, and the body scan. Meals, lodging, and structured silent practice included. Dates: May 29–31, 2026 Cost: $325–$605 (sliding scale; […]
