Looking for something fun to do in Seattle this weekend?
The weekends are always packed with fun things to do in Seattle and this one is no exception. There are plenty of events happening this weekend in Seattle and the surrounding area—and some are even free! Whether you’re in the mood to eat, shop, explore, or go on an adventure, we got you.
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Here are the top events in Seattle this week that you won’t want to miss:
Do you think you could walk the entire length of Seattle in one day? This Saturday, May 16 you can join a group of Seattle walkers to make the 20+ mile trek from Shoreline to Rainier Valley, with snack breaks and scenic detours along the way. The group starts at 8 am near the Shoreline South/148th light rail station, but you can join at any point, including the post-saunter meetup at the Columbia City Night Market. Expect to spend six to 10 hours walking this year’s suggested route.
This Saturday, Seattle Sounders FC is teaming up with Pure Barre for the second annual barre class at Lumen Field. Fans who purchase tickets through the special event offer will get early access to an exclusive Pure Barre class before the Sounders vs. LA Galaxy match later that day. Along with the workout and the match, attendees will also score a pair of Sounders FC grippy socks.
Candlelight Concerts in Seattle are always a magical experience, but especially in the spring. You can get tickets to concerts such as ’90s Hip-Hop On Strings at the Arctic Club Hotel or The Best of Hans Zimmer at the Seattle Central Library.
Columbia City Night Market
Spend your Saturday night enjoying food, drinks, music, and good vibes at the Columbia City Night Market. Participants in the Seattle Super Saunter are meeting up at this night market, making it a nice day-to-night plan for your Saturday. There will be a beer garden, a stage with live music, and vendors spread across four city blocks from 6 to 10 pm. This monthly night market prioritizes local makers and Black-owned businesses. It’s free to attend, and it’s also kid-friendly and dog-friendly.
The U District Street Fair returns for two days this weekend for a 15-block celebration along University Way NE. The long-running street fair, now in its 55th year, transforms the heart of the University District into a vibrant hub of arts, food, and music, drawing over 90,000 visitors each year.
This Sunday, Ballard is celebrating Norwegian Constitution Day with a parade, live music, food, and free festivities for all. There will be all-day festivities at various venues such as the National Nordic Museum, Skål Beer Hall, and Leif Erikson Lodge. Best of all, anyone is welcome to sign up to march in the parade with the National Nordic Museum.
Seattle Beer Week is running now through Saturday, May 16, bringing tasting events, karaoke, beer release parties, competitions, and more at various breweries and venues around the city. Read more at the link below to see some of this year’s event highlights.
The annual Seattle International Film Festival is still going through Sunday. There’s still time to see a few of the 200+ films shown for this year’s festival. You can get festival passes or individual movie tickets.
Ada’s Technical Books and Cafe in Capitol Hill is saying goodbye with a big discount. As of this week you can now get 25% off all books and retail in the store. Read more about the popular bookstore’s closure at the link below.
If you’re catching one of the Seattle Mariners’ three home games versus the Padres this weekend, knock twice at the hidden home‑plate door to score a secret specialty cocktail. If you’re headed to T-Mobile Park for a Mariners game this weekend, keep an eye out for the small wooden secret cocktail door that’s appeared at select Seattle Mariners home games. Fans who find it can knock twice to receive a rotating specialty cocktail. The 2026 season also brings expanded value-menu items and a new souvenir food container shaped like a ferry!
Hunt Bigfoot in Seattle’s new Sasquatch Mountain VR attraction. If you’re looking for something a little different to do on the waterfront this weekend, check out Sasquatch Mountain, a new VR attraction at Miners Landing (Pier 57) that opened this April. Guests wear PICO headsets for an immersive ride with scents, wind, and motion effects (note there is a 42-inch height minimum).
Seattle has several weekend markets year-round that we love, such as the Ballard Farmers Market and the Fremont Sunday Market, which is now back at its spring/summer location spanning two blocks along 34th by the Fremont Canal.
