February 2026
Enjoy the best events, festivals, and fun things to do around Puget Sound—including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellevue.
February 1, 2026
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Live and breathe weddings at the Seattle Wedding Show in the Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle. Expect fashion shows, discount gowns, and hundreds of vendors. Children age 12 and younger are free.
February 1, 2026
Capitol Hill (2.1 miles NE)
Saint Mark’s Evensong Choir performs its monthly Choral Evensong service in the cathedral nave at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1245 10th Ave. E in Seattle.
February 1, 2026
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Tacoma Home + Garden Show features home-improvement vendors, seminars, and thousands of plants in the Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D Street in Tacoma. Children age 12 and younger are free.
February 10 - 15, 2026
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
Dorothy and her companions sing and dance to rock, gospel, and soul in “an all new production” of The Wiz as they travel through a gritty African-American land of Oz at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle.
February 13 - 14, 2026
Lake Chelan (180 miles E)
Taste pairings of wine and chocolate at a dozen small wineries during Red Wine & Chocolate.
February 13 - 15, 2026
Ellensburg (108 miles E)
The Spirit of the West Cowboy Gathering celebrates traditional cowboy music, poetry, art, gear, and chow mostly at Kittitas Valley Event Center, 901 E 7th Ave. in Ellensburg.
February 14, 2026
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February 14 - 15, 2026
Georgetown (8 miles S)
See “a vast array of scale model aircraft, cars, tanks, ships, figures, sci-fi, and more” at NorthWest Scale Modelers Show, which includes demonstrations and seminars at The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle.
February 14 - 16, 2026
Yakima (143 miles SE)
Taste wine & chocolate pairings at participating wineries in the Yakima Valley during Red Wine & Chocolate. On Saturday, you can visit Yakima Valley Visitor Information Center, 101 N Fair Ave. in Yakima.
February 18 - 21, 2026
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
The Traveler’s Tea includes snacks, sweets, international teas, a discussion of tea, gardening experts, and admission to Northwest Flower & Garden Festival at Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle. Held in room 3A.
February 18 - 22, 2026
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
February is a great time to be indoors at Northwest Flower & Garden Festival. Garden displays, seminars, and hundreds of vendors fill the Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle. Cheaper after 2 p.m. The Botanical Bash party on Friday supports the arboretum.
February 19 - 22, 2026
SoDo (1.5 miles S)
Seattle Home & Garden Show has exhibits about building, remodeling, decorating, and landscaping homes at Lumen Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle. Children age 6 and younger are free.
February 19 - 22, 2026
Bellevue (9.2 miles E)
Wintergrass has dozens of acts on multiple stages, plus workshops and impromptu jams at Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE in Bellevue.
February 27 - 28, 2026
Poulsbo (22 miles NW via ferry)
Poulsbo Blues & Jazz Festival has a party Friday (6 to 10 p.m.) at Son’s of Norway, followed by 20 bands on Saturday (2 to 10:30 p.m.) at indoor venues near Liberty Bay Waterfront Park, 18809 Anderson Pkwy in Poulsbo.
February 28, 2026
Kent (20 miles SE)
Browse 20th century glass, jewelry, china, pottery, and collectibles displayed on 200 tables at Green River Glass Show & Sale at Kent Commons, 525 4th Ave. N in Kent.
February 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Seattle Golf Show has 135 exhibitors, free lessons, and challenges with prizes at Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle. Children age 12 and younger are free.
February 2026 (undated)
Belltown (0.2 miles NW)
Noir City screens 18 classic films that are stylish, cynical, and melodramatic at SIFF Cinema Downtown, 2100 4th Ave. in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Get ideas for your dream home from speakers, vendors, and remodeling experts at the Northwest Remodeling Expo at Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle. Children younger than age 18 are free.
February 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles S)
Seattle Chamber Music Society’s Winter Festival has a free recital before each performance in Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. in Seattle. Repeats in July.
February 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles S)
The Atomic Bombshells perform J’Adore, “a burlesque, drag, and dance spectacular that celebrates romance with good humor, style, and a healthy dose of dazzle” at The Triple Door, 216 Union St. in Seattle. [Must be age 17+, or age 21+ for 9 p.m. shows]
February 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
National Geographic Live presents scientists, photographers, filmmakers, and adventurers live on stage with amazing photos and video at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.4 miles SW)
Comedy of Love is an improvised show based on audience suggestions that deals with lust, passion, and heartbreak at Unexpected Productions Improv, 1428 Post Alley in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Waterfront (0.5 miles SW)
After Hours: Valentine’s Day has live & DJ music, a scavenger hunt, a puppet show, aquarium exhibits, a no-host bar, and food for sale at Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59 in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
February 2026 (undated)
Belltown (0.5 miles NW)
The Soul of Seattle includes tastes from “20 of Seattle's best Black culinary and beverage leaders” with DJ music, dancing, and a silent auction at Block 41, 115 Bell St. in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
First Hill (0.5 miles SE)
Hear a string quartet play romantic music, including the love theme from Romeo and Juliet, during Candlelight: Valentine's Day at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave. in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.6 miles S)
Valentine’s Day Dinner includes an elevator ride to the amazing view on floor 75, a champagne welcome, and “a four-course chef’s tasting menu, decadent desserts, and live music” at Sky View Observatory - Columbia Center, 700 4th Ave. in Seattle. Wine & cocktails extra, must be age 21+.
February 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.7 miles SE)
Happy Hour & Hellos includes appetizers, drinks, prizes, and networking on the Colombia Tower’s 73rd floor at Sky View Observatory, 700 4th Ave. in Seattle. Repeats several times a year.
February 2026 (undated)
Waterfront (0.9 miles SW)
Bicycling Magazine called the 33-mile Chilly Hilly one of four classic American rides. Take your bike on the ferry, hit the hills of Bainbridge Island, and then buy a hot meal at the finish line. Start either on the island or at Colman Ferry Dock, 801 Alaskan Way in Seattle. Click “Sign-in” or “Join.”
February 2026 (undated)
Capitol Hill (0.9 miles NE)
Seattle International Dance Festival (SIDF) Winter Mini-Fest features works by Khambatta Dance Company of Seattle, as well as The Newport Contemporary Ballet of Rhode Island onstage at Erickson Theatre, 1524 Harvard Ave. in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (0.9 miles NW)
Hear talented young musicians from the Northwest perform at Sound Off for all ages at Museum of Pop Culture, 325 5th Ave. N in Seattle. Doors open at 7 p.m.
February 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Singles or couples can watch a live comedy show, do hands-on science experiments, play games, dance to DJ music, visit the butterfly house, and buy food and drinks at Science After Dark: Valentine’s Day at Pacific Science Center, 200 2nd Ave. N in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
February 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Watch a laser show to your favorite love and break-up songs on Laser Valentine’s Day at Pacific Science Center, 200 2nd Ave. N in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Vendors sell new and used mountain, road, and track bike equipment at Cascade Bicycle Club’s Seattle Bike Swap in Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St. in Seattle. Bring a helmet to test ride. For tickets online, either click “register” or “sign in” and then “sign up.” Admission costs more the first hour. Children age 15 and younger are free.
February 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Watch Seattle Kraken play a home game on the ice at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
International District (1.2 miles S)
Join the Lunar New Year Celebration in Chinatown, which includes lion and dragon dances, martial arts demonstrations, arts & crafts, and a food walk that has 40 destinations surrounding Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Seattle Boat Show has 800 boats and watercraft on display plus 150 boating seminars at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle. A free shuttle goes to boats in the water at Bell Harbor Marina. Children age 17 and younger are free.
February 2026 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Sounders play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Eastlake (1.3 miles N)
Dine at your private table with views of Lake Union and Lake Washington, departing from Waterways Cruises, 901 Fairview Ave. N in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Capitol Hill (1.8 miles NE)
Dress in red or black for the Valentine’s Party, which features live swing music, a bar, and a giant dance floor at Polish Cultural Center, 1714 18th Ave. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
February 2026 (undated)
Central District (1.9 miles E)
Grave Plot Film Fest promises “an evening filled with frights, fun, and fantastic films from all around the world” at Central Cinema, 1411 21st Ave. in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Eastlake (2.7 miles N)
“Make decadent handcrafted chocolate truffles from scratch and discover the art of shaking the perfect seasonal cocktails” at Chocolate Truffle & Winter Mixology Workshop at Blue Ribbon Cooking, 2501 Fairview Ave. E in Seattle. Includes appetizers, cocktails, and a box of truffles to take home.
February 2026 (undated)
Eastlake (2.7 miles N)
Valentine’s Day Special features “a cooking class led by professional chefs, a delectable five-course meal, exquisite wines and beer, and a truly decadent dessert” at Blue Ribbon Cooking, 2501 Fairview Ave. E in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Fremont (3.5 miles N)
Brazilian Carnaval dancers wear outrageous costumes, you get a dance lesson, and the band plays energetic music of Brazil at Nectar Lounge, 412 N 36th St. in Seattle. Doors open 7 p.m. Bring age 21+ ID.
February 2026 (undated)
Wallingford (3.5 miles N)
Meet Your Solemate Run is a 5K scenic loop beginning at Brooks Trailhead, 3400 Stone Way N in Seattle. After the run, enjoy light refreshments and snacks.
February 2026 (undated)
Fremont (3.5 miles N)
Run a mile through the streets without pants at 2 p.m. to support charity in Cupid’s Undie Run, with a party before and after for age 21+ in the Ballroom at The Dock Sports Bar, 1102 N 34th St. in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Fremont (3 miles N)
Walk to a dozen restaurants serving a variety of soups (gumbo, ramen, pozole, chowder, chili, Jamaican curry) during Fremont Soupocalypse, which requires no ticket and offers a prize after you collect eight soup stamps. The restaurants include Fremont Mischief Distillery, 132 N Canal St. in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
University District (3.9 miles NE)
Watch the Washington Huskies play an exciting game in Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion, 3870 Montlake Blvd. NE in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Montlake (4.4 miles NE)
“Enjoy a romantic stroll guided by the soft glow of pink luminaries, create your own Valentine’s cards, and warm up with some hot cocoa, cider, and tea” at Love is in the Air, beginning in the visitors center at Washington Park Arboretum, 2300 Arboretum Drive E in Seattle. Must be age 18+.
February 2026 (undated)
Interbay (4.5 miles NW)
Strong and Dark Outdoor Beer Festival includes 6 tasting tokens. The event features 20 strong and dark beers, coffee, hot chocolate, and smores outdoors at Figurehead Brewing Magnolia, 4001 21st Ave. W in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
University District (4.9 miles NE)
The public is invited to celebrate Chinese culture and the Lunar New Year with students at the Lunar New Year Gala, which promises activities, food, vendors, prizes, and a 7 p.m. seated show by performers on the University of Washington campus at Kane Hall, 4069 Spokane Lane in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Phinney Ridge (5.1 miles N)
Celebrate Lunar New Year by decorating lanterns, watching lion dances in the community hall (2 & 3 p.m.), and shopping from vendors and food trucks at Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle.
February 2026 (undated)
Ballard (5.3 miles NW)
Mead is a fermented drink made with honey. A ticket includes 6 tastes from among 8 Washington meads with snacks for sale at the Winter Mead Festival for age 21+ at Skål Beer Hall, 5429 Ballard Ave. NW in Seattle. No pets. Held in spring and fall.
February 2026 (undated)
Seward Park (6 miles SE)
Run around beautiful Seward Park in the My Better Half Marathon (5K, 10K, half marathon, and half marathon relay) at 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. No dogs.
February 2026 (undated)
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Lunar New Year Night Market for $17 has indoor arts & crafts vendors plus outdoor bars and food trucks at Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
February 2026 (undated)
North Delridge (7.9 miles S)
Soul to Soul includes pairings of locally made charcuterie, chocolate, and wine at Duwamish Longhouse, 4705 W Marginal Way SW in Seattle for age 21+.
February 2026 (undated)
Bellevue (11 miles E)
The Fly Fishing Show has casting demonstrations, seminars, celebrity speakers, fly-tying materials, rods, and reels at Meydenbauer Center, 11000 NE 6th St. in Bellevue. International Fly Fishing Film Festival (Sat. 6 p.m.) requires a separate ticket.
February 2026 (undated)
Burien (11 miles S)
Northwest Symphony Orchestra performs five classical works during the Valentine’s Concert at Highline Performing Arts Center, 401 S 152nd St. in Burien. Free for age 18 or younger with ID.
February 2026 (undated)
Tukwila (12 miles S)
Watch Seattle Seawolves play an exciting Major League Rugby game at Starfire Sports, 14800 Starfire Way in Tukwila.
February 2026 (undated)
Kirkland (15 miles NE)
Hear a quintet perform original works and a piece by Schubert in the showroom at Stage 7 Pianos, 12037 124th Ave. NE in Kirkland.
February 2026 (undated)
Redmond (18 miles NE)
Run or Wine is a 5K/10K urban run/walk that includes wine tasting (or beer/cider), a race photo to download, and post-race snacks beginning at Dragonfly Sculpture Bridge, at 60 Acres North Field, 15200 NE 116th St. in Redmond. Repeats several times a year.
February 2026 (undated)
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
Cork, Fork & Support includes “delicious heavy appetizers,” tastes from four local wineries, a speaker, and an auction to support charity at Maryhill Tasting Room & Bistro at Hollywood Schoolhouse, 14810 NE 145th St. in Woodinville.
February 2026 (undated)
Kent (20 miles SE)
Harlem Globetrotters perform ball handling wizardry, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, and comedy bits in an entertaining show at ShoWare Center, 625 W James St. in Kent.
February 2026 (undated)
Bothell (20 miles NE)
Winter Beer Festival includes 10 tasting tokens, with “32 beers and ciders, merchandise for sale, food specials, and live music” at McMenamins Anderson School, 18067 Bothell Way NE in Bothell for age 21+. Music stops from 3:30 to 4 p.m.
February 2026 (undated)
Everett (28 miles N)
Watch motorcycles go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds over a slippery ice surface at Xtreme International Ice Racing as drivers compete to earn points at Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave. in Everett.
February 2026 (undated)
Monroe (33 miles NE)
Learn how to pan for gold, visit 40 prospecting vendors, and see rocks and gems at the Gold, Gem and Mineral Show at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Children age 13 and younger are free.
February 2026 (undated)
Monroe (33 miles NE)
Billed as “the largest model railroad show on the West Coast,” Washington State Train Show & Market Place has intricate model train layouts, hands-on workshops, and vendors at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Free for age 9 and younger.
February 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Asia Pacific New Year Celebration features live entertainment, cultural demonstrations, martial arts, authentic cuisine, craft vendors, games, and family activities in the exhibition hall at the Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D Street in Tacoma. The host country changes each year.
February 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Thunderdome features 7 artists per day performing back-to-back sets with heavy bass and a laser light show in the Tacoma Dome, 2727 East D Street in Tacoma for age 18+.
February 2026 (undated)
Sumner (34 miles S)
Sip Sumner: Sweethearts Edition includes a glass 8 tastes of wine, beer, or cider from dozens of shops along Main Street in downtown Sumner for age 21+.
February 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Tacoma City Ballet performs dances from romantic ballets, and Tacoma Opera performs scenes from a romantic opera at Duet: A Valentine of Opera & Ballet in Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway in Tacoma.
February 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Both singles and couples are welcome at these Valentine’s Day events in the Roosevelt Room at Tacoma Armory, 1001 S Yakima Ave.
February 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Preview some of the Oscar Nominated Short Films that have been nominated for this year’s Academy Awards, which are grouped into three categories (animated, documentary, and live action) at Grand Cinema, 606 Fawcett Ave. in Tacoma.
February 2026 (undated)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Anime Washington is “a convention that brings fans, exhibitors, artists, and special guests together to celebrate anime, manga, and Asian pop culture” at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup.
February 2026 (undated)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Washington Sportsmen’s Show has seminars and exhibitors at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Children age 5 and younger are free.
February 2026 (undated)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Puyallup Flat Track features motorcycles and quads racing on an indoor track at the door of Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Enter at the green gate. Children age 5 and younger are free.
February 2026 (undated)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Browse hundreds of booths and sign up for classes and seminars at the Sewing and Stitchery Expo at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup.
February 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (40 miles SW)
Watch animals enjoy heart-shaped treats, hear zoo keeper talks, and take part in activities during Love at the Zoo at Point Defiance Zoo, 5400 N Pearl St. in Tacoma.
February 2026 (undated)
Enumclaw (43 miles SE)
Sample chocolate from a dozen chocolatiers, taste wine from 20 wineries, hear music, buy food, and watch demonstrations at Enumclaw Wine & Chocolate Festival for age 21+ at Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. SE in Enumclaw. Your ticket includes 8 tastes and is valid for one day.
February 2026 (undated)
Arlington (47 miles N)
Celebrate the eagles that return in winter to the Stillaguamish River at the Eagle Festival, which offers guided tours, speakers, demonstrations, live music, an art and photography show, and horse-drawn wagon rides (Sat.) in Arlington.
February 2026 (undated)
Eatonville (54 miles S)
Each paying adult can bring two children for free (age 12 or younger) during Kids & Critters Weekends at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, 11610 Trek Drive E in Eatonville. Valid on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
February 2026 (undated)
Lacey (58 miles S)
Lacey Cultural Celebration has music and dance performances, demonstrations, displays, food and craft vendors, and kids’ crafts in the Marcus Pavilion at Saint Martin's University, 5300 Pacific Ave. SE in Olympia. No pets.
February 2026 (undated)
Olympia (62 miles S)
Olympia Funk Festival promises “three days of electrifying funk music, non-stop dancing, and pure celebration” in the Olympia Ballroom and at Capitol Theater, 206 5th Ave. SE in Olympia.
February 2026 (undated)
Ellensburg (108 miles E)
WinterHop BrewFest includes music, a souvenir glass, and five tastings from 20 microbreweries surrounding Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce, 609 N Main St. in Ellensburg. Bring age 21+ ID.
February 2026 (undated)
Winthrop (240 miles NE)
If the weather cooperates, watch a dozen hot-air balloons inflate and launch each morning (7 to 9 a.m.) at Winthrop Balloon Roundup. Park at Methow Valley Thriftway, 920 State Rte 20 in Winthrop. The Saturday night glow (5:50 p.m.) is on Riverside Ave. No pets or smoking.
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