Looking for fun things to do in Seattle this April?
We rounded up the best activities and events happening in the Emerald City in April 2025. From flower festivals to exciting sports games, this April is full of outdoorsy things to do in Seattle to celebrate the arrival of spring. We also have indoor night markets, immersive experiences, concerts, and film festivals for those inevitable rainy days.
Best of all, many of these events are cheap or even free! Some are kid-friendly while others are for ages 21 and up only. We also have a separate guide full of things to do with kids in Seattle this spring!
Here are the top things to do in Seattle this April:
1. Attend a world-famous tulip festival
From April 1 through the 30th, Seattleites make the spring pilgrimage to nearby Skagit Valley to see vibrant fields of tulips. Read all about this year’s Skagit Valley Tulip Festival before you go.
2. Visit Seattle’s museums for free
Every month, most of Seattle’s museums have a free admissions day for all. This month it takes place on Thursday, April 3. Read all about the free museum admission days planned for this April.
3. Experience cherry blossom season in Seattle
Cherry blossom season in Seattle is a magical time. Don’t miss the U District Cherry Blossom Festival starting on March 21 and running through April 6. Later in the month, you can head to Seattle Center for the free Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival taking place April 11-13.
Also, here are all the best places to see cherry blossoms in Seattle this month!
4. Immerse yourself in Bubble Planet
Bubble Planet is a new immersive experience that just opened in nearby Bellevue. All ages are welcome to explore this “surreal and colorful world.” You can get tickets here for select dates in April.
5. Enjoy special deals during Seattle Restaurant Week
Restaurants around the city (including Ben Paris, pictured above) will be participating in this spring’s Seattle Restaurant Week from April 1 through April 12. You’ll have the chance to explore Seattle’s dining scene for lunch or dinner thanks to “curated menus at $20, $35, $50, and $65 at restaurants, bars, cafes, food trucks, and pop-ups.” See the participating restaurants here.
6. See the Titanic exhibition
This immersive exhibition in Seattle has been extended until April 27. Titanic. The Exhibition tells the story of the people on the ship with the use of original artifacts and personal belongings during an audio-guided experience. Get tickets here.
7. Take your kids to a free children’s festival
The annual Seattle Children’s International Friendship Festival is this April 5-6 at Seattle Center. Kids can showcase their heritage and culture while learning about others’ beloved traditions at this festival that is free for all.
8. Go to a space-themed dance party
The Museum of Flight is hosting the annual Yuri’s Night spaceflight party on Saturday, April 12. There will be DJs, dancing, drinks, food trucks, and more to celebrate Yuri Gagarin becoming the first person to orbit the Earth in 1961. This event is for ages 21+ only. Get tickets here.
9. Attend a Candlelight Concert
We can’t think of a more romantic date night than being serenaded by talented musicians while being bathed in candlelight. Check out the Candlelight Concerts taking place in Seattle this April.
Want to treat someone to a Candlelight Concert but not sure which one they’d like? You can now purchase a Candlelight Gift Card!
10. Be wowed at by performers at Moisture Festival
Looking to catch a live show in Seattle? Check out Moisture Festival which describes itself as a “high energy comedy/varieté show” accompanied by a live band. It takes place from March 20 through April 13 at Broadway Performance Hall.
11. Watch the Seattle Kraken play hockey
This month, you can catch an exciting hockey game at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. Here are the Seattle Kraken’s upcoming home games in April:
- April 12 vs. the Blues
- April 15 vs. the Kings
12. Catch a Seattle Mariners home game
It’s baseball season! Head to Seattle’s T-Mobile Park to cheer on the Mariners and eat a Seattle dog during one of many home games this April. Get tickets and see the schedule on the MLB website.
13. Treat yourself to free ice cream
On April 8, you can get as many free scoops of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream as want (as long as you’re willing to get in line again for each one). Read all about the upcoming Free Cone Day!
14. Root for the Seattle Reign
Seattle’s women’s soccer team the Seattle Reign have two home games at Lumen Field this April:
- April 12 vs. Orlando Pride
- April 18 vs. Portland Thorns
15. Cheer on the Sounders at a home game
Seattle loves a good soccer match. Join hardcore fans to cheer on the Seattle Sounders this April at the month’s sole home game at Lumen Field on April 19.
16. Have fun at the Washington Spring Fair
Seattleites can make the drive over to Puyallup on the weekends of April 10-13 and April 17-20 to partake in fun, rides, and food at the annual Spring Fair. Read all about the Washington Spring Fair before you go.
17. Browse an arts and craft show
If you love art, handmade crafts, and shopping, don’t miss the annual Best of the Northwest Spring Show this April 12-13. You can enjoy shopping, eating, and free parking at Hangar 30 in Magnuson Park. Adult admission is $3-$5; children under 13 are free.
18. Celebrate Earth Day with free park admission
On April 22, state and national parks will be granting free admission in honor of Earth Day 2025. Spend the day celebrating Earth Day in nature (just be prepared for more people and less parking). Here are our favorite state parks in WA if you need inspiration.
19. Attend the Seattle Black Film Festival
The annual Seattle Black Film Festival is taking place during April 24-27 at the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute and Washington Hall in the Central District.
20. Browse Seattle’s weekend markets
Spring is the best time to shop locally for produce and flowers. Grab your reusable tote bags and check out our guide to the Seattle farmers markets and our weekly roundup of Seattle’s weekend markets.
Stay tuned—more April 2025 events are being added to this list!