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The first week of October is finally here. If you’re on the lookout for changing leaves, you might have to wait a little while longer. But in the meantime, here are all the best things to do in and around Seattle this week.
Did you know that plenty of museums around Seattle have FREE admission on the first Thursday of the month? Enjoy a day of culture and learning at places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, Museum of History & Industry, Museum of Flight, Nordic Museum, Seattle Japanese Garden, and the Tacoma Art Museum. Just make sure to reserve your free timeslot online!
When: Thursday, October 3rd, 2024
Where: Multiple locations in Seattle
Cost: Free
Learn and experience the best of Iclanic culture here in Seattle! The Taste of Iceland cultural festival will feature the best of Icelandic cuisine, beverages, music, comedy, nature, design, and wellness. There will be multiple events throughout the city, so look at the schedule to see which ones you’re most interested in!
When: Thursday, October 3rd to Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Where: Multiple locations in Seattle
Cost: Free
Discover the wonders of a tropical reef ecosystem at the heart of Seattle’s waterfront. Marvel at sharks, rays, schooling fish, corals, mangroves, and more. Journey to the far reaches of the ocean through immersive 360° video and interactive experiences.
When: Ocean Pavilion is now open
Where: Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle
Cost: Included with general admission
Get it to the Greek! Enjoy a traditional Greek cultural festival less than one hour out of the city. The St. Nicholas Dancers will be back with live performances that you can watch while enjoying hand-made Greek pastries along with foods like gyros, calamari, Greek fries, souvlaki (sausage), and loukomathes. Wear stretchy pants!
When: Friday, October 4th to Sunday, October 6th, 2024
Where: 1523 Yakima Pk Ave S, Tacoma
Cost: Free
On September 30th, the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea is celebrating National Day of Korea, and as part of the celebration, they are inviting ‘Jinjo Crew, the Legendary Breaking Crew’ to Seattle! It will be free to attend, so plan ahead and don’t miss it!
When: Monday, September 30th, 2024
Where: Taper Auditorium, 200 University St, Seattle
Cost: Free
Gear up for the 16th annual edition of The Seattle Latino Film Festival. They will be screening two dozen films at 10 different venues around the city that celebrate daily experiences, culture, and art through a variety of cinematographic genres.
When: Friday October 4th until Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Where: Multiple venues in Seattle
Cost: $15+
On September 30th, the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea is celebrating National Day of Korea, and as part of the celebration, they are inviting ‘Jinjo Crew, the Legendary Breaking Crew’ to Seattle! It will be free to attend, so plan ahead and don’t miss it!
When: Monday, September 30th, 2024
Where: Taper Auditorium, 200 University St, Seattle
Cost: Free
If you don’t mind the 1-hour drive, the My Morbid Mind Haunted House is inside an old barn at 4548 Marvin Road SE in Lacey filled with spooky rooms, props, animatronics and pneumatics, and special effects.
When: Friday, October 4th until Thursday, October 31st, 2024
Where: 4548 Marvin Rd SE, Lacey
Cost: $22+
Get it to the Greek! Enjoy a traditional Greek cultural festival less than one hour out of the city. The St. Nicholas Dancers will be back with live performances that you can watch while enjoying hand-made Greek pastries along with foods like gyros, calamari, Greek fries, souvlaki (sausage), and loukomathes. Wear stretchy pants!
When: Friday, October 4th to Saturday, October 6th, 2024
Where: 1523 Yakima Pk Ave S, Tacoma
Cost: Free
Marvel at original artifacts and personal belongings that tell touching stories of the ship’s passengers and crew. You can even walk through recreated first-class and third-class rooms as they would have looked aboard the Titanic. Your ticket includes an audio guide with stories, period music, and sound effects.
When: Now until October 27th, 2024
Where: Maritime Building, 906 Alaskan Way, Seattle
Cost: $34+
Your one-stop-shop for all the scares you can handle. This venue has multiple haunted attractions, including outdoor walks, indoor mazes, a food court, a beer garden, and more. Please note escape rooms cost extra.
When: Dates throughout October
Where: 6601 244th St SW, Mountlake Terrace
Cost: $35
Discover Pioneer Square, Seattle’s original neighborhood, on this guided walking tour. Explore underground pathways built over 120 years ago and learn about Seattle’s history and the events that shaped it. Each small-group tour is approximately one hour long with insider tips from a professional, local guide.
When: Dates throughout October
Where: 102 Cherry St, Seattle
Cost: $40+
Rumoured to be one of Seattle’s best ghost tours, explore historical locations around Seattle, and examine unexplained and mysterious phenomena. Rather than actors, all the tour guides on this tour are real Paranormal Investigators or Psychics.
When: Dates throughout October
Where: Multiple locations in Seattle
Cost: $15
House of Spirits: A Haunted Cocktail Soirée is an immersive cocktail party hosted inside an elegantly macabre haunted mansion! Enjoy craft cocktails and a night of music, surreal magic, macabre characters, and interactive guest experiences.
When: Dates throughout the fall
Where: DAR Rainier Chapter House, 800 E Roy St, Seattle
Cost: $69+
Start your Halloween early with one of the spookiest things to do in Seattle. This fan-favorite Haunted House is located at the Georgetown Morgue, and it’s back for another year! It’s considered to be one of the city’s premier haunted attractions, and we’re getting chills just writing about it!
When: Now until Sunday, November 2nd, 2024
Where: Georgetown Morgue, 5000 E Marginal Way S, Seattle
Cost: $35+
It’s not October without a bunch of spooky attractions! Get your tickets to Tacoma’s Ultimate Haunted House. Explore a dark and frightful underground lair and try not to scream! This haunted house is extremely detailed and story-driven, so be sure to reserve your tickets in advance if you want to go!
When: Now until Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
Where: 626 East 25th Street, Tacoma
Cost: $19+
Have a fantastic week!
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