SEATTLE, WA — Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced the appointment of Randy Engstrom as the next Director of Seattle Center, one of the region’s most important civic and cultural gathering places. Engstrom brings decades of experience in arts, culture, and public policy, including serving as Director of the City of… [ Keep reading ]
Armory Food & Event Hall at Seattle Center Seattle Center is looking for a partner who can deliver a vibrant, welcoming, and distinctly Seattle coffee experience—at the heart of one of the city’s most active and beloved public spaces. Seattle Center is seeking a qualified café operator to lease and… [ Keep reading ]
Links below will open new windows. 52 Weeks of Fun at Seattle Center Add Your Favorite Events to Your Calendar! Seattle Center is your go-to destination for live entertainment, festivals, sports, and cultural experiences—every single week of the year! Home to more than 30 arts, education, and entertainment organizations, plus… [ Keep reading ]
Drummers performing at Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival Photo by Alex Garland Links below will open new windows. Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival Celebrates 50 Years at Seattle Center The free, family-oriented festival comes to Seattle Center, April 10–12 SEATTLE— Celebrate Japanese art, culture, and community… [ Keep reading ]
Bumbershoot is returning to Seattle Center Labor Day Weekend | September 5 & 6, 2026 The Bumbershoot team has been busy making this year’s experience better than ever! Thanks to the feedback from you, our incredible community, here’s what’s new in 2026: SIP & STROLL: Enjoy your drink of choice… [ Keep reading ]
Links below will open new windows. The free, family-oriented festival comes to Seattle Center, March 22 SEATTLE— Celebrate the joy of Francophile heritage and culture at Seattle’s French Fest: A Celebration of French-Speaking Cultures, coming to Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. on Sunday, March… [ Keep reading ]
Photo by: Susan Fried Note: Links below should open new windows. SEATTLE— Get a taste of what it means to be Irish at Irish Festival Seattle, returning to Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall on Saturday, March 14, from noon–6 p.m., and Sunday, March 15, from 10 a.m.–6 p.m.,… [ Keep reading ]
Due to the forecasted cold temperatures, Seattle Center will host an overnight emergency shelter operated by The Salvation Army at Fisher Pavilion. The shelter will be open Wednesday, Feb. 18, and Thursday, Feb. 19 from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. each night, providing a safe, warm space for those in… [ Keep reading ]
25 Free Cultural Festivals | Food – Festivities – Fun February – November 2026 Welcome to Seattle Center Festál 2026: a series of FREE family-friendly cultural festivals that showcase the heritage and richness of diverse communities throughout the Pacific Northwest. Explore Full Schedule Seattle Center Festál returns for its 29th… [ Keep reading ]
The Seahawks will host a drone show in celebration of the Seattle Seahawks’ postseason success. The Drone Show, presented by Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel will be hosted at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 30, launching from the Mural Amphitheatre at Seattle Center. And yes — Seattle Center is declaring Friday… [ Keep reading ]
