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Jan 17, 2012

Seattle Dance Project

Get deeply discounted tickets today only, January 17 until midnight, at Goldstar for Seattle Dance Project's Project 5 at ACT Theatre. If you love dance, don't miss this! Some tickets as low as $5!


Jan 16, 2012

Silent Movie Mondays at the Paramount

This year's theme is First Academy Awards featuring movies that won Oscars in the very first awards ceremony in 1929. Movies are shown on the big screen accompanied by the Paramount's Mighty Wurlitzer organ. Starts on January 23.


Jan 8, 2012

Free Preview from Seattle Opera

Here's your opportunity to see how wonderful opera can be! Catch a free preview of Seattle Opera's production of Verdi's Attila at a branch of the Seattle Public Library next week. You'll love it.


Jan 3, 2012

Fremont First Friday Art Walk

Check out the first Fremont Art Walk of 2012. There are lots of art galleries and shops in Fremont and this is a great way to wander through many of them while enjoying live music and treats. Find more fun things to do in Seattle this month.


Nov 28, 2011

Fremont Lenin Lighting

This Friday, December 2nd, is the annual decorating and lighting of the statue of Lenin in Fremont. There will be coffee and tea from Peet's, hot cocoa from Royal Grinders, and donuts from Might-O Donuts. How can you resist all that? More Seattle Christmas and Holiday Events...


Nov 23, 2011

Macy's Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting - Seattle

Enjoy Seattle's own version of the Macy's Holiday Parade on Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. Head downtown for some Black Friday deals on holiday shopping, see the parade, ride the carousel, and stay for the annual tree lighting at 5pm at Westlake Center. Find more Seattle Christmas and Holiday Events to enjoy this season.


Nov 20, 2011

19th Annual Gingerbread Village

Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Gingerbread Village. The theme is "Holiday Express" and the medium is gingerbread, icing, and candy. The artists are local architectural firms who dream up the most fabulous creations. Go early to avoid having to wait in line. The display opens to the public this Tuesday, November 22, at the Sheraton Hotel on the corner of 6th and Pike.


Nov 17, 2011

Turkey Toss at Woodland Park Zoo

See the animals enjoying their very own Thanksgiving feast this Saturday at the annual Turkey Toss at Woodland Park Zoo. Find more fun things to do in Seattle in November.


Nov 16, 2011

Half-Price Tickets to Pacific Northwest Ballet's Nutcracker

If you love Seattle Christmas traditions, then you probably love PNB's Nutcracker ballet. There are tickets available to a couple of performances on Goldstar Events. Lots of other holiday events are being offered as well, so it's worth checking with them first before you pay full price.


Nov 5, 2011

Maximilien In The Market

Great happy hour - liquor and wine, but what we liked best was their $20 for all 8 appetizers deal. It's a lot to nibble on with specialties like mussels,

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Nov 2, 2011

Seattle Fun Events Newsletter - November 2011

Seattle Fun Events Newsletter for November 2011; Our picks for exciting shows, theater, concerts, sports, outdoor activities, kids events, and other things to do in Seattle this month delivered straight to you.

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Oct 28, 2011

Pumpkin Bash at Woodland Park Zoo

Watch the animals enjoy their very own pumpkins this weekend at Pumpkin Bash at Woodland Park Zoo.


Oct 14, 2011

Autumn Fest at Woodland Park Zoo

Autumn Fest starts October 15. Play and climb among hay bales, scarecrows, and pumpkins, enjoy treats and live entertainment such as bluegrass music, pumpkin carving, and a children's dance troup.


Sep 28, 2011

Decibel Festival - 8th Annual International Festival of Electronic Music, Visual Art, and New Media

Over the past nine years, the Seattle-based Decibel has booked over 700 artists ranging from experimental to leading-edge electronic dance music and visual art. With a focus on live performance, interactive multimedia art, state-of-the-art sound and technology-based education, it has become one of the premier electronic music festivals and promotional organizations in the world. New venues this year include The Paramount Theatre, Showbox Market, The Triple Door, and more. September 28-October 2

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Aug 29, 2011

Seattle Fun Events Newsletter - September 2011

Seattle Fun Events Newsletter for September 2011; Our picks for exciting shows, theater, concerts, sports, outdoor activities, kids events, and other things to do in Seattle this month delivered straight to you.

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Aug 8, 2011

Half Price Tickets to Woodland Park Zoo

One of my favorite places in Seattle is Woodland Park Zoo. One of the deals for today, August 8, is half price on an adult admission ticket at Groupon. If you love the zoo or haven't been yet, here's your chance to do so at a great price!

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Jul 18, 2011

Seattle Outdoor Movies - Summer Movie Events Under the Stars

Seattle Outdoor Movies; Find locations, times and the lineup of summer outdoor movies in the Seattle area.

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Jun 2, 2011

Seattle Fun Events Newsletter - June 2011

Seattle Fun Events Newsletter for June 2011; Our picks for exciting shows, theater, concerts, sports, outdoor activities, kids events, and other things to do in Seattle this month delivered straight to you.

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May 25, 2011

Free Summer Concerts at Ballard Locks

The annual free summer concert series at Ballard Locks begins June 4. Mark your calendars now, and enjoy sunshine and great music on the lawn every Saturday and Sunday.

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Apr 30, 2011

Zoo Tunes at Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle - Schedule, Lineup

Zoo Tunes 2011 at Woodland Park Zoo - enjoy outdoor music concerts in the lush surroundings of the best Seattle zoo!

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Apr 18, 2011

Summer Concerts at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery

Chateau Ste. Michelle has just released their lineup for this year's summer outdoor concert series. The concerts take place behind the winery on their amphitheatre lawn. This concert series is always very popular, so check out who's coming in June, July, August, and September and get your tickets now!

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Apr 1, 2011

The Beams Are Creaking - Taproot Theatre

Taproot Theatre in Seattle's production of

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Mar 28, 2011

Seattle Festivals, Fairs, Events

Seattle Festivals - Calendar of festivals, fairs and events in the Seattle Washington area.

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Mar 7, 2011

Pike Place Market's Rachel the Pig

Rachel the Pig, Pike Place Market's mascot, was hit by a taxi last month. That incident left her with a cracked ear and a dent in her side. But she has been restored and repaired by original artist Georgia Gerber and is now ready to take her place back at the Market on Friday, March 18. On her way there, she will make a few stops around town.

  • March 13, 10am-3pm, Space Needle
  • March 14, 2pm-6pm, Colman Dock
  • March 15, 10am-3pm, Seattle Town Hall
  • March 16, 10am-3pm, Seattle Art Museum
  • March 17, 10am-3pm, Occidental Park in Pioneer Square
  • March 18, 9am-1pm, Westlake Park

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Feb 16, 2011

Sunday Lunch Family Cooking Classes

Parents and kids cook and eat together at this Tom Douglas event.

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Feb 9, 2011

African Wild Dogs - Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle Washington

Come see the African Wild Dogs at Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle. Check out more top Seattle Attractions for great family fun activities!

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Feb 7, 2011

Taproot Theatre - Seattle, Washington

Taproot Theatre in Seattle; Topnotch theatre provides entertaining and affordable experience. Season schedule and ticket info. Find nearby Seattle hotels, restaurants, attractions and much more.

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Jan 29, 2011

Katy Perry Comes to Seattle in July

One of America's hottest pop stars is coming to Seattle's KeyArena on July 20! Katy Perry Tickets go on sale January 29 and are selling out within hours, so act fast!

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Jan 19, 2011

Seattle Theatre

How about a little make-believe to brighten these long, rainy winter evenings? Lots of great shows are being offered on the Seattle theatre scene. Shakespeare, opera, Broadway, Great Expectations - even Go, Dog. Go! There are discount tickets available to many of these shows, so be sure to check Goldstar for tickets up to half off. Enjoy the show!

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Dec 28, 2010

Seattle New Year's Eve

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Seattle!

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