Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. For the weekend of May 3-5, 2024, you'll find all kinds of in-person and virtual events (live stream, on-demand, etc.). Greater Seattle on the Cheap serves primarily six counties on Puget Sound: Skagit, … [Read More...]
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Annual Teacher Appreciation Week discounts and deals
National Teacher Appreciation Week is the first full week of May and Teacher Appreciation Day is the first Tuesday in May. During this time, we thank teachers for their … [Read More...]
Chuck E. Cheese Summer Fun Pass offers safe place for game play
Chuck E. Cheese Summer Fun Pass provides you with a safe and fun-filled activity for your child during summer. Chuck E. Cheese in Washington is the place for games and arcade … [Read More...]
Free water safety guides & Washington boating laws
If you plan to get out on any of the many waterways in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region, be sure you are prepared. Whether you will be in a motorboat, sailboat, canoe, … [Read More...]
Northwest Folklife: FREE Memorial Day Weekend festival
Northwest Folklife Festival is the annual free Memorial Day weekend celebration of ethnic, folk, and traditional arts. The long holiday weekend festival includes four days of … [Read More...]
Memorial Day Weekend events
Memorial Day is a National holiday observed annually on the last Monday in May. The holiday honors men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. To observe … [Read More...]
Mother’s Day brunch and dinner ideas (dine-out, takeout, homemade)
Listed below are suggestions for brunch or dinner menus suitable for a Mother's Day celebration. Our ideas include modest restaurant dining options as well as links to lots of … [Read More...]
Mother’s Day gift ideas and things to do
Mother’s Day is observed in different ways around the world. In the United States, Mother’s Day became an official U.S. holiday in 1914. President Woodrow Wilson signed a … [Read More...]
Wildflower hikes in Washington State
Wildflowers bloom in Washington State throughout spring and summer. Exactly where and when varies according to elevation and of course the whims of nature in any given year. … [Read More...]
Getaway: Wenatchee Apple Blossom Festival (150 mi. E)
The Washington State Apple Blossom Festival, held in late April, is one of oldest and best festivals in the Pacific Northwest. The Festival is centered in the town of Wenatchee, … [Read More...]
Independent bookstores are key to Seattle’s literary scene
Independent bookstores in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region are staffed by passionate, well-read booksellers. These neighborhood fixtures are the ultimate storytelling backdrop. They … [Read More...]
Where to find food trucks in the Puget Sound region
Street food is beloved the world over for a casual eating experience, quick service, affordable prices, seasonal specialties, and a wide range of cuisines and tastes. Food … [Read More...]
Free stargazing events in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Stargazing is simply observing the night sky. It's an enjoyable hobby enjoyed by many outdoor enthusiasts and amateur astronomers. It's an activity that can be done any time of the … [Read More...]
How to start a vegetable garden in the Pac NW
Vegetable gardening is a great family activity or for anyone. It's one of the most rewarding home projects you can do. You can grow a little or a lot, from a few salad greens or … [Read More...]
Flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls
Listed below are flea markets, swap meets, and antique malls in the Puget Sound region. This list does not include salvage and second-hand clothing stores. For these, you'll … [Read More...]
Just added to our calendar…
These are the newest events added to our calendar. To see all events, go to our virtual/live event calendar.
2024 Teacher Appreciation Week discounts and deals
National Teacher Appreciation Week is the first full week of May and Teacher Appreciation Day is the first Tuesday in … [Read More...]
Film screening with Q&A: “American Sikh” award-winning animated short in Seattle
"American Sikh" is a short award-winning animation feature that world premiered last year at Tribeca Festival. Created … [Read More...]
20th Anniversary of Central Library Tour in Seattle
Celebrating the Central Library building’s 20th anniversary with a special public tour of the building. Come along and … [Read More...]
SE Asian Small Business Resource Fair (English, Vietnamese, Khmer) in Seattle
An empowering event tailored specifically for SE Asian small business owners of all generations. In-language and … [Read More...]
Amy Tan discusses new book “The Backyard Bird Chronicles” in Seattle
Amy Tan shares stories and images from her new book, “The Backyard Bird Chronicles”, a gorgeous, witty account of … [Read More...]
BIPOC Book Fair + free book in Seattle
A Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) book fair featuring a wide selection of books for children of all ages. … [Read More...]
Author talk: Satsuki Ina presents memoir about Japanese incarceration at Central Library
Satsuki Ina will present her moving new memoir, “The Poet and the Silk Girl”, in which she tells the story of how her … [Read More...]
Drop-in: Free home gardening advice in South Park
Get free advice about your garden from the Master Gardeners. WSU Extension Master Gardener volunteers are local and … [Read More...]
Beginning ukulele instruction in Richmond Beach
Learn and play songs together on the ukulele! At the beginning music instructor Josh Hollingsworth will demonstrate … [Read More...]
The Art of Dipping Chocolate in Newcastle
Join chocolatier Monty Simpson for a presentation about the history of cacao, learn how to temper chocolate and make dip … [Read More...]
Drop-in: Hands-on make & take art & puzzle crafts in Kent
Join Seattle Universal Math Museum at the library to explore Math + Art with hands-on and make-and-take activities. … [Read More...]
Author talk: Robin Oliveira’s novel captures immigrant experience in Newcastle
Local bestselling author, Robin Oliveira discusses her latest book, A Wild and Heavenly Place. Set in 1880s Scotland, … [Read More...]
Arts & entertainment
Live and virtual events in the Puget Sound region
Seattle Rep 2024/45 season list of plays and discount tickets
There are many ways to get Seattle Repertory discount tickets. The regular Seattle Rep theater season runs … [Read More...]
Tickets and information for Seafair Weekend (August 2-4, 2024)
Seafair Weekend is the culmination of Seattle's summer festival. One of Seattle's favorite traditions at Genesee Park in … [Read More...]
Northwest Folklife: FREE Memorial Day Weekend festival
Northwest Folklife Festival is the annual free Memorial Day weekend celebration of ethnic, folk, and traditional arts. … [Read More...]
6 Jimi Hendrix memorials in Seattle & Renton
James Marshall “ Jimi” Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942 and died September 18, 1970. Originally named Johnny Allen … [Read More...]
State and County Fairs in Washington State
Washington state has a rich agricultural heritage. A visit to a state or county fair is an excellent way to sample … [Read More...]
Getaway: Wenatchee Apple Blossom Festival (150 mi. E)
The Washington State Apple Blossom Festival, held in late April, is one of oldest and best festivals in the Pacific … [Read More...]
Practical Matters
Annual Teacher Appreciation Week discounts and deals
National Teacher Appreciation Week is the first full week of May and Teacher Appreciation Day is the first Tuesday in … [Read More...]
10 cheapest places to buy gas in Seattle and Tacoma
Bookmark this page to always find the lowest price on gas in the greater Seattle metropolitan area. The list of gas … [Read More...]
Restaurant delivery service in the Puget Sound region
Restaurants in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area offer delivery in a variety of ways, directly or through restaurant … [Read More...]
Garage sale finder map and calendar
Seattle garage sale and yard sale “season” is generally May-September. However, at any time of year, people can hold … [Read More...]
Shredding services help prevent costly identity theft
Shredding services are inexpensive and easy to do. Compared to the cost of fixing your credit if your identity is … [Read More...]
Outlet malls in Seattle and around Puget Sound
From north to south, these are the major outlet malls in the Puget Sound region, offering plenty of shopping and food … [Read More...]
June – October: u-pick produce around Puget Sound
Here’s our list of popular u-pick fruits, berries, and vegetables and the best month to pick them in the Seattle-Tacoma … [Read More...]
Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining
These food deals (and drink deals) and restaurant dining discounts are available throughout the Seattle-Tacoma metro … [Read More...]