Almost two months into the new year might have you feeling like you need a long weekend. If that’s the case, you’re in luck because it just so happens to be Presidents’ Day Weekend. From what’s open & closed to music to mystery picnics and live performances, we have you covered. Here are 10 of the best things to do in Seattle this Presidents’ Day Weekend!
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The Moth StorySLAM
The Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition, and you can sign up for a chance to tell you or sit back and enjoy the show! Tonight’s theme is “chemistry.”
When: Friday, February 16th, 2024
Where: Bloedel Hall St Mark’s, 1245 10th ave east
Cost: $15
Feist
Leslie Feist is back! The Canadian indie pop singer-songwriter and guitarist, known as Feist, launched her solo career in the late 90s, and released her 6th album “Multitudes” last year.
She’s at the Showbox SoDo this Friday.
When: Friday, February 16th, 2024
Where: Showbox SoDo, 1700 1st Avenue South
Cost: $44.95
Northwest Flower & Garden Festival
The Northwest Flower & Garden Festival is a great place to gather ideas and inspiration for beautiful living spaces. Celebrate “I Love Spring” with over 20 display gardens, more than 115 sessions and other learning activities.
When: On now until February 18th
Where: 705 Pike St
Cost: $27+
Black History Month Soirée
The BIMA Black History Month Soirée celebrates Black culture with a night filled with music, art, and a special pop-up group of vendors from Seattle’s Black Love Market.
Get ready to grab a drink from the bistro, hit the dance floor, and surround yourself with community!
When: Saturday, February 17th, 2024
Where: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, 550 Winslow Way East Bainbridge Island
Cost: Free, suggested donations
Bainbridge Island Mystery Picnic: Self-Guided Foodie Adventure
Picnic for two, anyone? There’s a mystery picnic with AmazingCo on this weekend. “On this self-guided foodie adventure, you will solve clues to collect gourmet picnic treats and discover a hidden, picturesque picnic spot away from the crowds,” state organizers.
When: Saturday, February 17th, and Sunday, February 18th, 2024
Where: Bainbridge Island
Cost: $65
Winterhop Brewfest
The annual Ellensburg Winterhop Brewfest is a one-of-a-kind festival that brings breweries from around the Pacific Northwest to pour their beers in various downtown businesses and venues. And it all takes place this weekend!
When: Saturday, February 17th, 2024
Where: Multiple Venues in Ellensburg
Cost: $45
The 7th Annual Winter Beer Festival
At this year’s festival, there will be 32 Northwest Beers and Ciders from both McMenamins and Guests. As well, live music from Forest Ray, Morgan Paris Lanza, as well as Drea & The Marilyns will be there for entertainment.
When: Saturday, February 17th, 2024
Where: 18607 Bothell Way NE Bothell, WA
Cost: $30
Madonna
The Madonna show originally scheduled for July 18 and July 19 of 2023 were rescheduled, and the time is almost near. Of note, tickets for the originally scheduled July 18, 2023 show will be valid for the February 17, 2024 show, and tickets for the originally scheduled July 19, 2023 show will be valid for the February 18, 2024 show.
This tour will take you on Madonna’s artistic journey through four decades!
When: Saturday, February 17th and Sunday, February 18th
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $145.50+
Love Beyond Borders
Love Beyond Borders is a concert celebrating the power of love even through the most challenging of circumstances. “With LGBTQ+ people being among the most vulnerable of all refugee groups, this original oratorio combines songs and stories to spotlight the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ refugees escaping persecution for a better life,” states the event.
When: Sunday, February 18th
Where: Benaroya Hall, Seattle
Cost: $19+
Seattle Krakens
Get some sports action in this long weekend! The Seattle Krakens are playing at home for five games this month, including games against the Detroit Red Wings on Presidents’ Day. Of note, this is an early afternoon game!
When: Monday, February 19th, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $112
Seattle Museum Month
During February when you check into participating downtown Seattle hotels, you can request a Seattle Museum Month packet and museum map. This packet gives you a guest pass for up to 4 guests for half price admission at select museums.
This year, there are 27 participating museums and institutions including The Seattle Art Museum, Woodland Park Zoo and Chihuly Garden and Glass among others.
As for hotels you can stay at places like The Arctic Club Hotel, The Edgewater Hotel, The W Seattle and many more.
When: February 1st-29th
Where: Participating museums and hotels across Seattle
Harry Potter: Magic at Play
The Harry Potter experience has more than 20 touchpoints of hands-on magical activity, including “games, exploration, sensory activations, and more.” Your journey begins at the iconic 4 Privet Drive where you’ll explore the Dursley’s living room and eventually be whisked away on a boat as you cross the Great Lake to arrive at Hogwarts.
When: On now until May 12th, 2024
Where: The Shops at The Bravern, 11111 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA
Cost: $29 for adults, $22.50 for children 9 and under
Have a great weekend!
