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Daily, dawn to dusk
Bellevue Botanical Garden
Bellevue Botanical Garden is free and open every day from dawn to dusk, including holidays.
Verified Oct 27 · bellevuebotanical.org
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Daily, sunrise to sunset
Kubota GardenSeattle
Kubota Garden blends Japanese garden design with native Northwest plants across 20 acres of hills, streams, waterfalls, ponds and bridges. It's free to visit, open sunrise to sunset, with free parking (lot entrance on 55th Ave S near Renton Ave S). No reservations needed. During construction on 55th Ave the north entrance may be closed: enter the lot through the south gate, or park on Renton Ave S.
Verified Oct 27 · kubotagarden.org
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Daily, dawn to 8pm
Washington Park ArboretumSeattle
UW Botanic Gardens' arboretum is free and open every day from dawn to 8pm (only the separate Japanese Garden charges). The Graham Visitors Center is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 4pm.
Verified Oct 27 · botanicgardens.uw.edu
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Daily, 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset
Olympic Sculpture ParkSeattle
The Seattle Art Museum's nine-acre sculpture park on the waterfront is free and open every day of the year, from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. The PACCAR Pavilion is open daily 9am to 4pm.
Verified Oct 27 · seattleartmuseum.org
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Wednesday–Sunday, 11am–5pm (Thursdays until 8pm)
Frye Art MuseumSeattle
The Frye's galleries are free to everyone, every day it's open: Wednesday through Sunday from 11am to 5pm, and Thursdays until 8pm. No tickets needed.
Verified Oct 27 · fryemuseum.org
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Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–4pm
Pacific Bonsai MuseumFederal Way
Pacific Bonsai Museum is free to visit (a $12 donation per adult is suggested). Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Closed Thanksgiving and December 24 – January 1; open late until 7pm on December 12 for Winter Bonsai Solstice.
Verified Oct 27 · pacificbonsaimuseum.org
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Wednesdays 12:30–2:30pm (not Nov 11)
Auburn Library (KCLS)
A volunteer KCLS Tech Tutor helps adults one-on-one with basic technology and digital skills on Wednesdays 12:30–2:30pm at the Auburn Library. Bring your device or just your questions; drop in any time, no registration.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
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Wednesday–Sunday, 10am–5pm
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park (Seattle Unit)
This small National Park Service museum in the historic Cadillac Hotel tells the story of Seattle's role in the 1897 gold rush, with two floors of exhibits and free films in its theater. Entry is free, no park pass needed. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 10am to 5pm (closed Monday and Tuesday, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Dec 24–25).
Verified Oct 27 · National Park Service
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Tuesday–Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday noon–5pm
Schack Art CenterEverett
The Schack Art Center's gallery is always free. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday noon to 5pm.
Verified Oct 27 · schack.org
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Thursday 10am–7pm, Friday–Sunday 10am–5pm
Henry Art GallerySeattle
Washington State's first art museum, on the University of Washington campus, is free to all visitors. Open Thursday 10am to 7pm and Friday through Sunday 10am to 5pm. The Skyspace and Sculpture Court are temporarily closed for maintenance.
Verified Oct 27 · henryart.org
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Saturdays 11:30am–1:30pm (not Nov 28)
Bellevue Library (KCLS)
Drop in on Saturdays 11:30am–1:30pm at the Bellevue Library for free help with digital and computer skills and basic tech questions from KCLS Tech Tutors. No registration.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
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Mon, Nov 2 – Mon, Dec 7
Federal Way 320th Library (KCLS)
Walk-in legal help for low-income King County renters facing landlord-tenant problems: a brief one-on-one consult with a Housing Justice Project attorney, plus information and referrals. Mondays November 2 and December 7, 2026, 1–4pm at the Federal Way 320th Library.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
Catch: Only for: low-income King County residents with landlord-tenant issues
Sat, Nov 7, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall
Seattle Center Festál celebrates Diwali on Saturday, November 7, 2026, noon to 6pm in the Armory Food & Event Hall: Indian classical and folk dance, music and percussion on the Armory Stage, a flower mandala, art galleries and workshops in the Armory Lofts, a roti-making demo, and free food from Northwest Share. Free and open to the public.
Verified Oct 27 · seattlecenter.com
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Sun, Nov 15, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Redmond Library (KCLS)
Shilpa of Peace Yoga leads an introductory yoga class on how practice can help relieve stress, Sunday, November 15, 2026, 11:30am–12:30pm at the Redmond Library. Bring a mat if you can; mats are available to borrow.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
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Mon, Nov 16 – Mon, Dec 14
Renton Library (KCLS)
Low-income King County renters with landlord problems (lockouts, move-in and move-out disputes, discrimination, repairs and more) can walk in for a brief one-on-one consult with a Housing Justice Project attorney, plus legal information and referrals. Mondays November 16 and December 14, 2026, 2–4pm at the Renton Library.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
Catch: Only for: low-income King County residents with landlord-tenant issues
Tue, Nov 17, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Auburn Library (KCLS)
Tacomaprobono Community Lawyers offer free walk-in help with civil legal problems, including landlord-tenant issues, family law, estates and debt, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 1–3pm at the Auburn Library. Open to all King County residents, with no income screening or appointment.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
Catch: Only for: King County residents
Fri, Dec 4, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Kent Panther Lake Library (KCLS)
A Hatha-Vinyasa yoga class welcoming to all levels, including beginners, on Friday, December 4, 2026, 2–3pm at the Kent Panther Lake Library. Adults 18+. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Space is limited to 12, so register; walk-ins are taken as space allows.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
Catch: Registration required (12 spots; walk-ins if space) · Only for: adults 18+
Sat, Dec 5, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Kent Panther Lake Library (KCLS)
An a cappella quartet in Victorian dress sings winter favorites in four-part harmony on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2–3pm at the Kent Panther Lake Library. All ages, no registration.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
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Sat, Dec 5 – Sun, Jan 3
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach ParkRenton
Renton's Clam Lights display lights up the waterfront walkways and trees at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park nightly from 4 to 9pm, December 5, 2026 through January 3, 2027. Free.
Verified Oct 27 · rentonwa.gov
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Sat, Dec 12 · check hours
Seattle Center
On Saturday, December 12, 2026, Seattle Center's free Winterfest program has live ice sculpting at the Mural Amphitheatre at noon and a classical holiday sing-along at the International Fountain Mall at 6pm. Ice sculpting also runs other Saturdays from Nov 28 to Dec 19.
Verified Oct 27 · seattlecenter.com
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Sat, Dec 12, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Federal Way Library (KCLS)
Assemble a working ukulele, decorate it and take it home, with all supplies provided, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 1–4pm at the Federal Way Library. Teens and adults. Registration required (10 spots); walk-ins welcome as space and supplies allow. (The November 20 session is already full.)
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
Catch: Registration required (10 spots per session)
Sat, Dec 12, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Bellevue Library (KCLS)
The Seattle Mandolin Orchestra plays its holiday program, from ancient carols and Bach, Berlioz and Vivaldi to jazzy Santa tunes and movie themes, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 2–3pm at the Bellevue Library. Sponsored by the Bellevue Friends of the Library.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
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Sat, Dec 19, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Redmond Library (KCLS)
Mariachi Monarcas plays traditional Mexican music and holiday favorites on Saturday, December 19, 2026, noon–1pm at the Redmond Library. Fun for all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
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Thu, Dec 31 – Fri, Jan 1
Seattle Center
Seattle Center's free New Year's Eve celebration on December 31, 2026: Copastetic plays the Armory from 8pm to midnight, a Fountain of Light dance party with a DJ starts at 9pm at the International Fountain (video projections on the water from 10pm), the Space Needle runs 10-minute light shows at 10, 10:30, 11 and 11:30pm, and fireworks launch from the Needle just before midnight. Some other New Year's events on the grounds are ticketed; this listing is the free celebration. Expect a fireworks exclusion zone near the Needle from 4:30pm and heavy crowds.
Verified Oct 27 · seattlecenter.com
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Any day
The Seattle Public Library
Seattle Public Library cardholders can reserve a free pass to participating Seattle museums, including the Seattle Art Museum, Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle Aquarium, Wing Luke Museum and Northwest African American Museum. Each pass covers at least two adults (some four or more). New passes are released daily after noon; one pass per card every 30 days.
Verified Oct 27 · spl.org
Catch: Seattle Public Library card required · One pass every 30 days; valid only on the reserved date · Bring the printed pass and a photo ID
Any day
King County Library SystemSeattle
King County Library System cardholders can reserve free passes to local museums such as the Museum of Flight, KidsQuest Children's Museum, Bellevue Arts Museum and the Washington State History Museum. Book online and print the pass or show its QR code. Passes are limited and go fast.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.org
Catch: KCLS library card required · Reserve online; limited passes each day
Mondays and Thursdays 12–1:30pm
Federal Way 320th Library (KCLS)
Volunteers from Casa Latina give free one-on-one basic computer, tablet and laptop help, in English and Spanish, Mondays and Thursdays noon–1:30pm at the Federal Way 320th Library. They can also get you started on Northstar Digital Literacy lessons (free with a KCLS card). No registration; no hardware repairs.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
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Mondays 1–2:30pm
Renton Library (KCLS)
Bring a phone, tablet or laptop (or use one of the library's four laptops) for free one-on-one help with basic tech questions: email, websites, Word and Excel basics, setting up accounts, and library eBooks. Mondays 1–2:30pm at the Renton Library. Basic translation is available through the library's Language Line. Drop in, no registration.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.bibliocommons.com
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First Thursday of each month, 10am–8pm
Seattle Art Museum
The Seattle Art Museum is free to everyone on the first Thursday of every month, open 10am to 8pm that day. Regular adult admission is $29.99; kids 14 and under are always free.
Verified Oct 27 · seattleartmuseum.org
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First Thursday of each month, 5–9pm
The Museum of FlightSeattle
The Museum of Flight stays open late on the first Thursday of every month with free admission from 5 to 9pm. Regular adult admission is $29. The Aviation Pavilion aircraft are open 11am to 4pm only.
Verified Oct 27 · museumofflight.org
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First Thursday of each month (time on the museum's calendar; regular hours 10am–5pm)
Wing Luke MuseumSeattle
The Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience offers free general admission on the first Thursday of every month (regular adult tickets are $25.95). From May through October 2026 the free day ran with evening hours, 5 to 8pm; no November date is posted yet, so check the museum's events calendar before you go. Regular hours are Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm. RSVP is optional.
Verified Oct 27 · wingluke.org
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First Thursday of each month, 10am–8pm
Burke MuseumSeattle
The Burke Museum of natural history and culture is free on the first Thursday of every month, open 10am to 8pm. Crowds are big, so the museum strongly recommends reserving a free timed ticket ahead.
Verified Oct 27 · burkemuseum.org
Catch: Free timed ticket strongly recommended: reserve ahead
First Thursday of each month, 5–8pm
Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI)Seattle
The Museum of History & Industry opens its core exhibits free from 5 to 8pm on the first Thursday of every month. Regular adult admission is $25.
Verified Oct 27 · mohai.org
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First Thursday of each month, 10am–8pm
National Nordic MuseumSeattle
General admission to the National Nordic Museum is free on the first Thursday of every month, when it's open 10am to 8pm. Special exhibitions cost $5 on First Thursdays.
Verified Oct 27 · nordicmuseum.org
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Any day
King County Library System branchesSeattle
King County Library System runs free English as a Second Language classes, Talk Time English conversation practice with other adult learners, and citizenship test preparation classes at branches across the county. Join any time; find sessions, and register where a class asks you to, on the KCLS event calendar.
Verified Oct 27 · kcls.org
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Thursdays, 5–8pm
Tacoma Art Museum
Tacoma Art Museum is free every Thursday from 5 to 8pm (regular adult admission is $18). The museum is open Thursday and Friday 10am to 8pm and weekends 10am to 5pm, closed Monday through Wednesday.
Verified Oct 27 · tacomaartmuseum.org
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Third Thursday of each month, 5–8pm
Museum of GlassTacoma
Museum of Glass stays open late on the third Thursday of each month with free admission from 5 to 8pm. Regular adult admission is $18. The traditional galleries are closed for renovation until December 12, 2026, and prices have changed while they're closed.
Verified Oct 27 · museumofglass.org
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Third Thursday of each month, 3–8pm
Washington State History MuseumTacoma
The Washington State History Museum in Tacoma is free from 3 to 8pm on the third Thursday of each month, when it stays open until 8pm. Regular adult admission is $17.
Verified Oct 27 · washingtonhistory.org
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First Thursday of each month, 11:30am–1pm
Washington Park ArboretumSeattle
Trained guides lead a free walking tour of the Washington Park Arboretum on the first Thursday of each month, focused on what's in season. The November 5, 2026 tour runs 11:30am to 1pm. Tours are for individuals (groups over 6 should book a private tour), capped at 50, and need advance registration February through June.
Verified Oct 27 · botanicgardens.uw.edu
Catch: Registration required February–June (tours capped at 50)
First Thursday and third Saturday of each month, 10am–5pm
Seattle Asian Art Museum
The Seattle Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park is free to all on the first Thursday and the third Saturday of every month. Regular adult admission is $14.99, and kids 14 and under are always free.
Verified Oct 27 · seattleartmuseum.org
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First Thursday of each month, 10am–4pm
Volunteer Park ConservatorySeattle
Seattle's Victorian glass conservatory in Volunteer Park is free on the first Thursday of each month, with no reservation or ticket needed. Open 10am to 4pm. Other days, adults pay $6.
Verified Oct 27 · volunteerparkconservatory.org
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