Events in Seattle, WA

Discover upcoming events and activities in Seattle, WA. Stay informed about local gatherings, festivals, and community events.

May 11, 2026
12:00 AM

Side By Side: Nihonmachi Scenes

📍 Wing Luke Museum

View the works of three Issei artists who once flourished in the pre-WWII Nihonmachi, but fell into obscurity in the American post-war years. Their works will be exhibited together, celebrating their life stories and artistic achievements.

May 12, 2026
12:00 AM

Emily Wilson

📍 Benaroya Hall

Enjoy intimate conversations with bestselling authors, poets and other literary professionals.

May 13, 2026
12:00 AM

The Phantom of the Opera

📍 Paramount Theatre

The Phantom of the Opera is widely considered one of the most beautiful and spectacular productions in history. It tells the tale of a disfigured musical genius known only as “The Phantom” who haunts the depths of the Paris Opera House. Mesmerized by the talents and beauty of a young soprano – Christine, The Phantom lures her as his protégé and falls fiercely in love with her. Unaware of Christine’s love for Raoul, The Phantom’s obsession sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy, madness and passions collide.

May 17, 2026
12:00 AM

DISplace

📍 Wing Luke Museum, Chinatown-International District

Every Wednesday–Sunday event showcasing visual art at the Wing Luke Museum, running through May 17, 2026.

May 21, 2026
12:00 AM

Tommy Orange

📍 Benaroya Hall

Enjoy intimate conversations with bestselling authors, poets and other literary professionals.

May 27, 2026
12:00 AM

2025-2026 UW Public Lecture Series

📍 Town Hall Seattle, First Hill

Join us for thought-provoking conversations and fresh insights from captivating talks on various topics including birding, rivers, artificial intelligence, and more.

May 29, 2026
12:00 AM

All Lang

📍 McCaw Hall

Pacific Northwest Ballet presents All Lang, a celebration of PNB’s Resident Choreographer Jessica Lang with some of her most beloved works. Inspired by legendary American painter Georgia O’Keeffe’s Patio Door series, Her Door to the Sky is one of Lang’s most radiant pieces. In stark contrast, Ghost Variations explores Robert Schumann’s final compositions before he was confined to an asylum. ZigZag, Lang’s delightful tribute to the legendary career of Tony Bennet, rounds out this trio that highlights her versatility, virtuosity, and varied choreographic inspiration.

May 29, 2026
12:00 AM

All Lang – Pacific Northwest Ballet

📍 McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St., Seattle, WA, 98109

Pacific Northwest Ballet presents All Lang, a celebration of PNB’s Resident Choreographer Jessica Lang with some of her most beloved works. Inspired by legendary American painter Georgia O’Keeffe’s Patio Door series, Her Door to the Sky is one of Lang’s most radiant pieces. In stark contrast, Ghost Variations explores Robert Schumann’s final compositions before he was confined to an asylum. ZigZag, Lang’s delightful tribute to the legendary career of Tony Bennet, rounds out this trio that highlights her versatility, virtuosity, and varied choreographic inspiration.

May 30, 2026
12:00 AM

SRJO Farewell Concert

📍 Benaroya Hall

SRJO with special guest Christian McBride in a farewell concert to Artistic Director Dr. Michael Brockman.

June 12, 2026
12:00 AM

Tiny Orchestra: All Together Now!

📍 Benaroya Hall

Musical adventures begin here! Seattle Symphony musicians share their favorite stories, songs and musical games in a series that introduces the youngest listeners to the instruments of the orchestra. These fun, interactive concerts are approximately 30 minutes and recommended for ages 0-5.

June 15, 2026
12:00 AM

FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches

📍 Lumen Field, SoDo (Seattle)

Seattle is one of the host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, bringing the world’s biggest sporting event to the Emerald City. The tournament will feature an expanded field of 48 international teams, with 60 matches being played in the United States.

June 19, 2026
12:00 AM

2026 FIFA World Cup at Lumen Field

📍 Lumen Field

Get ready for the ultimate sporting event, right here in downtown! Seattle will host six games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Lumen Field and downtown will be buzzing like never before as soccer fans from around the globe convene to watch. Get the latest updates and stay in the loop at Seattle FWC 26.

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