Welcome to 2025, Seattle! Whether you’re dreading the end of the holiday season or looking forward to what the new year brings, one thing is for certain: there are tons of things to do in Seattle to keep you entertained. So grab a loved one or head out on a solo adventure. These are 10 of the best things to do this weekend in and around Seattle.

Furry Convention

Check out furry costumes, art vendors, games, panel discussions, and a masquerade dance at Anthro Northwest at the Hyatt Regency Seattle, 808 Howell St. in Seattle. If you’re under the age of 18, you must get your parent/guardian’s consent to attend which can be done here.

When: Jan. 2 to 5, 2025
Where: Hyatt Regency Seattle, 808 Howell St
Cost: $99+

Wet City Comedy Fest

A comedy festival featuring a dozen performers across three rooms at The Crocodile, with a lineup that includes Maria Bamford, Zainab Johnson, and Beth Stelling among others.

When: Jan. 3 to 5, 2025
Where: The Crocodile, 2505 1st Ave
Cost: $65+

Taste of Pike Place

Treat your tastebuds to delicious samples from eight artisan vendors on the Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market. Your foodie adventure starts in front of Simply Seattle.

When: Jan. 3 to 5, 2025
Where: Simply Seattle at 1600 1st Ave
Cost: $69+

Puyallup Home and Garden Show

Check out the Puyallup Home & Garden Show and get some tips to improve your humble abode.

When: Jan. 3 to 5, 2025
Where: Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW
Cost: $8

Drive through lights

Still in the holiday mood? Enjoy “300 illuminated holiday displays” while listening to the melodies of holiday music on radio station 1700 AM. Fantasy Lights tickets are discounted after Dec. 25, too!

When: Until Jan. 5, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Spanaway Park, 14905 Bresemann Blvd. S
Cost: $10

Washington Huskies

Watch and cheer on the Washington Huskies as they take on the Illinois Fighting Illini at the Alaska Airlines Arena.

When: Jan. 5, 2025
Where: Alaska Airlines Arena, 3870 Montlake Blvd. NE
Cost: $16+

Christmas trees in Auburn

Keep the holiday spirit strong and enjoy a dozen Christmas trees decorated by local businesses during the Festival of Trees.

When: Until Jan. 5, 2025 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: White River Valley Museum, 918 H St. SE
Cost: Free

Wonderland Cabaret

Wonderland is a whimsical winter cabaret and burlesque show that promises “a glittering parade of nostalgia, exploding with dance, laughter, and all the cheer of yesteryear” at Can Can Culinary Cabaret. It’s definitely not your grandma’s Christmas theatre experience!

When: Jan. 5, 2025
Where: 95 Pine St.
Cost: $69+

Seattle Kraken game

The Seattle Kraken will play a home game against the Edmonton Oilers this Saturday.

When: Jan. 4, 2025
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $82+

WildLanterns

WildLanterns at Woodland Park Zoo is easily one of the most magical immersive art experiences in the city. Walk among large sculptural lanterns depicting animals, creatures, and whimsical landscapes from around the globe.

When: Until Jan. 19, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave N
Cost: $34+

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