30 Fantastic Things To Do In Seattle This February

This month Seattleites can enjoy film festivals, Valentine's Day plans, live shows, immersive exhibitions, and more!

Kelly Dougher - Staff Writer • January 27, 2023

Looking for fun things to do in Seattle this February?

Luckily for you, this month is packed with a wide range of things to do in the Emerald City and we gathered them all in one place for your convenience. From live shows and sports games to immersive exhibitions and film festivals, there’s something here for everyone. The best part is that lots of these Seattle events and activities are cheap or even free! We’ll be adding new events to this list regularly throughout the month, so be sure to check back!

Here are the top things to do in Seattle this February:

1. Get nostalgic at The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in Seattle

If you love the iconic TV show FRIENDS™ then you won’t want to miss out on this immersive exhibit that’s opening in Seattle on February 1, 2023. You can get tickets now for The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in Seattle.

2. Catch the last of the Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations

lunar new year seattle — via Shutterstock

On Saturday, February 11 there will be a Lunar New Year Night Market for ages 21 and up at Magnuson Hangar 30. Get your ticket for the night market here.

There will also be four more events around Seattle in February celebrating the Lunar New Year. Check out all the details via our guide to this year’s Lunar New Year celebrations in Seattle.

3. Attend a romantic Candlelight Concert

Need an idea for a fresh date night? Seattle has a Candlelight Concert series that take place in various stunning venues around the city. Here are a few of the Candlelight Concerts you can attend this February in Seattle:

Want to gift someone a Candlelight Concert ticket of their choice? Candlelight Concert gift cards are available!

4. Take advantage of free museum admission days in February

seattle art museum — Seattle Art Museum by Brett Wharton on Unsplash

Planning on exploring a few Seattle museums in February? See our guide to discounted and free museum admission in Seattle.

5. Be wowed at Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience

This immersive exhibition will let you experience Van Gogh’s artwork and life like never before. Tickets are still available now for Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience for select dates in February.

6. Honor Black History Month in Seattle

northwest african american museum — Northwest African American Museum

February is Black History Month! Keep an eye out for this year’s guide to Black History Month events in Seattle. In the meantime, we recommend making a date to visit the Northwest African American Museum that just reopened this January in Seattle’s Central District.

Also be sure to make an extra effort to support Seattle’s Black-owned businesses all throughout February.

7. Go to Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience

This family-friendly exhibition is a blast for dinosaur lovers. You get to walk among life-size, moving dinosaurs at this real-life Jurassic Park. Tickets to Dinos Alive are available now for select dates in February.

8. Watch the Super Bowl at a Seattle sports bar

The 2023 Super Bowl is on Sunday, February 12. You’ll want to head to one of Seattle’s sports bars to watch the big game in a fun environment. Our personal favorite is Rough & Tumble Pub in Ballard!

9. Celebrate Valentine’s Day your way

Whether you’re single, taken, or simply someone who hates Valentine’s Day, we have something fun for you to do in Seattle during the week of February 14. Check out our Valentine’s Day guides below:

10. See a discounted movie with an AMC Black Ticket

movie theater — Photo by Geoffrey Moffett on Unsplash

Planning to head to the movies this February? Make sure to get yourself a discount before you go with the AMC Black Ticket.

11. Browse a Seattle bike swap

In the market to buy or sell a bike (or bike-related gear)? Head to Seattle Center Exhibition Hall on February 11 from 9:00 to 2:00 for the Seattle Bike Swap!

12. Attend a Seattle film festival

Love film? There are a few film festivals happening in Seattle this February:

Children’s Film Festival Seattle from February 3 to 12 in Capitol Hill
Grave Plot Film Fest on February 4 in Columbia City
Seattle Asian American Film Festival from February 23 to March 5 in Capitol Hill

13. Catch a Seattle hockey game

If you love hockey, you have a few opportunities to catch a game in Seattle this month. The Seattle Kraken are playing several home games at Climate Pledge Arena this February:

February 16: Philadelphia Flyers
February 18: Detroit Red Wings
February 23: Boston Bruins
February 26: Toronto Maple Leafs

Get tickets on the Kraken website!

14. Go to a Beatles tribute concert

On February 18, The Fab Four will be playing songs from every era of The Beatles’ career at Seattle’s Moore Theatre in Belltown.

15. Eat dinner while watching an acrobatic show

Enjoy dinner and a fabulous acrobatic show on February 20 at The Triple Door. This is a fundraising gala to support Seattle’s School of Acrobatics and New Circus Acts, or SANCA. Get tickets on the SANCA website.

16. Celebrate Twin Peaks Day with a local getaway

Did you know that the show Twin Peaks was filmed just 30 miles from Seattle in Snoqualmie, WA? Friday, February 24 is Twin Peaks Day which makes it the perfect time to go on a little day trip or weekend getaway at the Salish Lodge & Spa and see the famous Snoqualmie Falls.

17. Experience an international cultural festival

On Saturday, February 25 you can head to Benaroya Hall for the annual FIUST CulturalFest. Produced by the Foundation for International Understanding through Students, this event will include an international expo with booths and a performance showcase, plus food! Get tickets on the FIUST website.

18. Go to Alki Beach for a winter food truck and beer festival

Head to Alki Beach in West Seattle on Saturday, February 25 for an all-day event that includes food trucks, live music, a polar plunge, and a beer garden. (The beer garden is for ages 21 and up only and requires a ticket purchase.)

19. Cheer on the Sounders at a home game

The Sounders are playing a home game on February 26 at Lumen Field. It’s always an exciting time thanks to Seattle’s enthusiastic Sounders fans! Get tickets on the Sounders website.

20. See Bruce Springsteen perform in Seattle

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will be performing at Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena on February 27 for their first tour in six years. Get more info and tickets on the Climate Pledge website.

21. Join a Seattle art walk

Love art? On a budget? Several Seattle neighborhoods have free art walks that repeat every month. Read more about the various Seattle art walks.

22. Explore Capitol Hill

shopping in capitol hill seattle — via Elliott Bay Books

Looking to get to know Seattle better? Start in the lively Capitol Hill neighborhood, where there’s plenty of shopping, eating, drinking, and nightlife to enjoy. Check out our full guide to Capitol Hill.

23. Visit Washington’s state and national parks

Hurricane Ridge in Olympic national park — Olympic National Park / Photo by Alexandra Nicolae on Unsplash

If you want to have an outdoor adventure this February, Seattle is within driving distance to three national parks and over 100 state parks. Not sure where to start? Check out our guide to the best Washington state parks or read about more about Olympic National Park, one of our favorite nearby national parks.

24. Eat and shop at Seattle’s weekend markets

Seattle weekend markets are always a good time with food trucks, handmade crafts, vintage wares, and more. Here are the best reoccurring weekend markets in Seattle this February:

Ballard Farmers Market: every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Ballard
Capitol Hill Farmers Market: every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Capitol Hill
Fremont Sunday Market: every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. under the Fremont Bridge
Georgetown Flea Market: the first Saturday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Georgetown
SODO Flea Market: the second Saturday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in SODO
University District Farmers Market: every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on University Way NE
West Seattle Farmers Market: every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in West Seattle

25. Join a free writing circle

Have a writing project you’d like to work on? Join Seattle’s writing community at The Seattle Public Library Fremont Branch on February 14 for Write with Hugo House. There will be some silent writing time and then you can share your work with a small group. See the full calendar of events on the Hugo House website.

26. Go out dancing with friends

There’s no shortage of fun dance parties happening in Seattle this February. Check out the options below:

Chop Suey in Capitol Hill has dance parties every Saturday and Monday night.
Dragster in Fremont has DJs and dancing every Friday and Saturday starting at 10:00 p.m.
Gold Bar in Capitol Hill has a dance party every Thursday from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Neumos in Capitol Hill has DJs and live music every month, plus an Emo Night dance party on February 4.

27. Go to a silent reading party

If a silent reading party is more your speed, there are a couple happening in Seattle this February:

Silent Book Club in West Seattle gathers next on February 2 at 7:00 p.m. at various locations.
Silent Reading Party at Hotel Sorrento happens on February 1 and February 15 this month. Note that there is a reservation fee plus a $20 food/drink minimum.

28. Celebrate the end of Dry January at Seattle’s best bars

Looking to treat yourself to a special drink this February? We have several helpful guides to ensure you have a memorable experience at one of Seattle’s best bars:

29. Experience Seattle’s award-winning food scene

sugo hand roll bar — Courtesy Sugo Hand Roll Bar

Looking for an amazing meal in Seattle this February? Check out these delicious options:

30. Warm up in Seattle’s saunas and hot tubs

hot tub boat lake couple — Lake Union hot tub boat

Feeling the February chill? Warm up with the help of our guide to Seattle’s best saunas and hot tubs (yes, including the hot tub boat pictured above!).

Also check out: 10 Fun Things To Do In Seattle This Weekend