Best Places to Watch New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Seattle

by Tim Lewis

There’s no better way to ring in the New Year than watching fireworks shoot off the Space Needle. You can see the iconic landmark all over the city, but some spots are much better than others. Here’s our list of the best places to watch New Year’s...

Woodland Park Zoo WildLights

by Tim Lewis

What do a roaring lion, diving penguin, and flying bald eagle have in common? You can find them all (and many more) as holiday light displays at Woodland Park Zoo WildLights. UPDATE: Woodland Park Zoo has moved to WildLanterns over WildLights. If you haven’t...

KEXP Gathering Space | Live Music & Great Coffee

by Tim Lewis

The KEXP Gathering Space offers awesome live music and incredible coffee in the heart of Seattle. Click here to find upcoming live performances. You can find the KEXP Gathering Space at the KEXP studios at 472 1st Ave N. In other words, near the Seattle Center....

New Year’s Day Sunrise in Seattle

by Tim Lewis

If you didn’t do too much partying on New Year’s Eve (or even if you did), here’s an awesome idea for you: watch the New Year’s Day sunrise at Kerry Park in Seattle. Tove and I brought in the New Year with the annual fireworks show at the Space...

Best Damn Happy Hour in Seattle

by Tove Tupper

Who doesn’t love happy hour? The folks at Seattle Center sure do. On the third Thursday of every month, Seattle Center hosts the Best Damn Happy Hour in Seattle. While many places serve specialty cocktails, cold brews, fine wine and tasty food during happy hour,...

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in Mt. Vernon

by Tim Lewis

On or around March 20th, spring officially starts in the Northwest. You’ll see it on your calendar, you’ll hear it on the news, and you’ll read about it on social media. But to some in our area, the official start of spring doesn’t happen until...