{"id":13626,"date":"2026-02-26T06:26:19","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T06:26:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/?p=13626"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:38:16","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T14:38:16","slug":"37-things-to-do-seattle-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/","title":{"rendered":"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Once February rolls around, spring is on the minds of many. Temperatures are beginning to warm, the sun comes out more often, and flowers start to burst into bloom. After a long, often wet winter, those colorful, lush landscapes make getting outdoors even more enticing.\u00a0While rain is a possibility all year-round in the Pacific Northwest, there&#8217;s plenty to do indoors and out during the season, whether it&#8217;s sprinkling or the sun is peeking out from behind the clouds. That means <em>now<\/em> is the perfect time about what to put on your calendar among the best things to do in Seattle this spring.<\/p>\n<p>Even better for those in Victoria BC or its surrounds? You can take advantage of a special seasonal deal.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/traveler-specials\/\">BOOK NOW to $AVE BIG with the Victoria to Seattle Spring Sale!\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\"><strong>1.\u00a0 Cruise to Seattle on the Clipper Fast Ferry from Victoria<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As noted, if you&#8217;re coming from across the border, one of the most scenic ways to get to Seattle from Victoria is by taking the Clipper fast ferry. Sailing across the water while surrounded by spectacular views on the three-hour ride is all part of the adventure. And, once you arrive at Pier 69, you&#8217;ll be just steps from numerous waterfront attractions, shops, restaurants, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/hotels\/seattle\/\">hotels<\/a>. Furthermore, not only are there special spring deals for the route, but as a show of appreciation for our neighbors, Canadians can advantage of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/seattle-packages\/bc-appreciation-fares\/\">exclusive round-trip fare<\/a> for residents.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15872\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15872\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"wp-image-15872 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/09\/victoria_clipper_ferry_seattle_mag.jpg\" alt=\"See Seattle's skyline as you cruise into the Emerald City. \" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/09\/victoria_clipper_ferry_seattle_mag.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/09\/victoria_clipper_ferry_seattle_mag-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/09\/victoria_clipper_ferry_seattle_mag-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15872\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">See Seattle&#8217;s skyline as you cruise into the Emerald City.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>2. Discover Olympic Sculpture Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattleartmuseum.org\/visit\/olympic-sculpture-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Olympic Sculpture Park<\/a> is right on the waterfront near the FRS Clipper terminal. That makes it the perfect spot to spend time in on a sunny spring day for those who arrive or depart on the Clipper. Seattle&#8217;s largest downtown green space, it&#8217;s an ideal place to stroll, picnic or just relax and enjoy the view. You&#8217;ll be mesmerized by the vision of Puget Sound, the boats that come and go, and the craggy peaks of the Olympics beyond. Of course, as the name suggests, there are also sculptures and art installations to check out while walking the winding paths.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>3. Whale and Other Wildlife Watching<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">Spring is a great time to spend a few hours on the water. And, just outside downtown Seattle it&#8217;s possible to see the region&#8217;s showstoppers! Gray whales can be spotted during their annual migration through mid-May, although March and April peak months for sightings. But throughout the season on a half-day<a href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/seattle-day-trips\/seattle-whale-watching-tour\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/seattle-day-trips\/seattle-whale-watching-tour\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1709824306924000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1hoDbkLYu1lG1bM2yXp9uu\"> Seattle Wildlife &amp; Whale Watching Tour with Clipper Vacations<\/a>, an expert onboard naturalist will help point out other marine life too. That includes humpback whales, transient orcas, sea lions, sea otters, and much more!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">If you want to focus on the annual migration of the gray whales, book the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/seattle-day-trips\/seattle-gray-whale-watching\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seattle Gray Whale Watching Tour with Clipper Vacations<\/a>. Traveling within a short window once a year, this is your best bet for encounters with our 35-ton friends that visit the area&#8217;s waters on their 5,000-mile journey.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14250\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14250\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"wp-image-14250 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/08\/seattle_whale_watching_orca.jpg\" alt=\"Watch orca whales breach, splash and play in their natural habitat on a whale watching excursion.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/08\/seattle_whale_watching_orca.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/08\/seattle_whale_watching_orca-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/08\/seattle_whale_watching_orca-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14250\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Watch orca whales breach, splash, and play in their natural habitat on a whale-watching excursion.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>4. Experience the Seattle International Film Festival<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>One of the largest festivals of its kind in the country, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.siff.net\/festival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Seattle International Film Festival<\/a> features a diverse assortment of over 250 films from across the globe. It takes place over 11 days in May each year at theaters and other venues throughout the city which means you&#8217;ll have numerous opportunities to attend. Not only are professionals encouraged to attend, but film enthusiasts of all types.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>5. Catch a Seattle Mariners&#8217; Game<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>One best things to do in Seattle this spring, and frankly, every spring, is to cheer on the home team. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/mariners\/schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Seattle Mariners&#8217;<\/a> home opener is typically scheduled in late March, just after the start of the season. You can even soak up the spring sun, thanks to the stadium&#8217;s retractable roof. But if the weather doesn&#8217;t cooperate, there are no rainouts. Seattleites are nothing if not weather-prepared!<\/p>\n<p>Plus, with T-Mobile Park within walking distance from the waterfront and close proximity to a wide range of excellent hotels, you won&#8217;t have to travel far. Just follow your nose to enjoy hot dogs, peanuts, or even a classic Ivar&#8217;s chowder bread bowl, complemented with a fresh-poured cold beer.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16506\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16506\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16506 lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Mariners_Malingering_WEB.jpg\" alt=\"Seattle Mariners\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Mariners_Malingering_WEB.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Mariners_Malingering_WEB-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Mariners_Malingering_WEB-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Mariners_Malingering_WEB-136x102.jpg 136w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Mariners_Malingering_WEB-445x334.jpg 445w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16506\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Head out to the ballpark to cheer on the M&#8217;s! Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/eur06.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flickr.com%2Fphotos%2Fmalingering%2Falbums&amp;data=05%7C01%7CScott.Meis%40clippervacations.com%7C268df61f73f944c3c71308da23a15da2%7Caa679ce7d85141a89841b1e530d9da46%7C0%7C0%7C637861474177214112%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=IASCBVF78QDcvtOdX4lPC2wW%2BpbYFtNRTvmnWwrPDUY%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Malingering<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>6. Watch the Action at Lake Washington Ship Canal<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recreation.gov\/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&amp;recAreaId=250\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lake Washington Ship Canal<\/a> passes through Lake Union, Portage Bay and Union Bay, linking Lake Washington&#8217;s freshwater and the saltwater of the Puget Sound. From the <a href=\"https:\/\/ballardlocks.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ballard Locks<\/a>, you&#8217;ll have the perfect vantage point for admiring it during a stroll. Watch the ships pass through the complex system, or walk across Montlake Bridge where you can see the kayakers paddle through the Montlake Cut.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>7. Snap a Sunset Selfie at the Space Needle<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Did you know that sunsets tend to be more vibrant in the spring? Without the constant cloud cover of winter, the golden hour is spectacular. That makes capturing a sky-high selfie from the Space Needle one of the best things to do in Seattle this spring! Plus, side note: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/seattle-packages\/chihuly-space-needle-experience\/\">Clipper Vacations<\/a> even has a special deal that includes Seattle&#8217;s most iconic landmark and Chihuly Garden and Glass.<\/p>\n<p>Once at the Needle, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceneedle.com\/lounge\">The Loupe<\/a> to check out the world&#8217;s first and only rotating glass floor and indulge in delicious locally-curated sips and bites while taking in the views from 500 feet above.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16493\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16493\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"wp-image-16493 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/02\/Sunset-at-The-Loupe_WEBMAG.jpg\" alt=\"Space Needle Sunset\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/02\/Sunset-at-The-Loupe_WEBMAG.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/02\/Sunset-at-The-Loupe_WEBMAG-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2020\/02\/Sunset-at-The-Loupe_WEBMAG-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16493\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Guests soak in stunning PNW views with a sunset at the Space Needle. Photo: Space Needle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>8. Walk Seattle\u2019s Waterfront<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Hang a right as you leave FRS Clipper\u2019s Seattle terminal. &#8220;Why?&#8221; you might ask. Well, you&#8217;ll be heading in the perfect direction to enjoy over a mile\u2019s worth of seaside views while strolling Alaskan Way toward the <a href=\"https:\/\/seattlegreatwheel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Seattle Great Wheel<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattleaquarium.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Seattle Aquarium<\/a>, and scenic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/parks\/find\/parks\/waterfront-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Waterfront Park<\/a>. There&#8217;s so much to see and do here when you want to take a break. Walk up an appetite? Treat yourself to some local fare at seafood mainstays like <a href=\"https:\/\/visitseattle.org\/members\/anthonys-pier-66-bell-street-diner\/\">Anthony\u2019s at Pier 66<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.elliottsoysterhouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Elliott\u2019s Oyster House<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ivars.com\/acres\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ivar\u2019s Acres of Clams<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>9. Romantic Views &amp; More at Golden Gardens Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Set along the Ballard waterfront, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/parks\/find\/parks\/golden-gardens-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Golden Gardens Park<\/a> is a local favorite just north of downtown. It offers sandy beaches and exceptional views of Puget Sound, Bainbridge Island, and the dramatic peaks of the Olympic Mountains. You can also embark on a hike through the forest, let the kids explore the nautical-themed playground, or wander through the wetland areas. The wetlands attract local tortoises and waterfowl, so keep watch. The park is also another one of the best vantage points for watching a glorious sunset. If you&#8217;re looking for a romantic date, complete it with a picnic or fixings for S&#8217;mores. Don&#8217;t forget the firewood!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16503\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16503\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16503 lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Golden-Gardens_sk_WEB.jpg\" alt=\"Golden Gardens Park\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Golden-Gardens_sk_WEB.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Golden-Gardens_sk_WEB-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Golden-Gardens_sk_WEB-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Golden-Gardens_sk_WEB-136x102.jpg 136w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Golden-Gardens_sk_WEB-445x334.jpg 445w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16503\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Take in golden hour over the water at Ballard&#8217;s Golden Gardens park. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/irisphotos\/albums\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SK<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>10. Explore Pike Place Market<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>From famous fish tossing, fresh flowers, and buskers to specialty food shops and craft vendors, a day at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pikeplacemarket.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pike Place Market<\/a> is always chock-full of fun. Spring is a special time of year here with nearly an endless array of colorful blooms and lots of fresh produce. The change of seasons brings an abundance of new crops like rhubarb, asparagus, artichokes, and more. If you visit in late spring, don&#8217;t forget to pick up a basket of juicy, just-picked strawberries!<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>11. Stroll Through Seattle&#8217;s Gardens<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>It might be the most obvious of the best things to do in Seattle this spring, but we can&#8217;t leave out the city&#8217;s gardens. Once the sun has finally decided to show up, there&#8217;s no better way to celebrate Seattle\u2019s season of bloom than to stop and smell the flowers. From hidden neighborhood pocket parks to sprawling acres of botanical gardens, the Emerald City can even give Victoria a run for its money come springtime.<\/p>\n<p>Stroll through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoo.org\/roses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Woodland Park Rose Garden<\/a> to see some 3,000 roses with 200 playfully named varieties such as All That Jazz and What a Peach. Looking for something a little more off the beaten path? Pay a visit to Queen Anne&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/parks\/find\/parks\/parsons-gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Parsons Gardens.<\/a> It&#8217;s often referred to as a \u201csecret garden for non-tourists &#8211; visit here and you&#8217;ll feel like a true Emerald City insider!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16367\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16367\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16367 lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/03\/Asad-Nazir_Rose-Garden.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/03\/Asad-Nazir_Rose-Garden.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/03\/Asad-Nazir_Rose-Garden-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/03\/Asad-Nazir_Rose-Garden-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16367\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fragrant blooms abound at the Woodland Park Rose Garden. Photo: Asad Nazir<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>12. Take in a Live Show<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There&#8217;s always something happening in Seattle and spring is no exception. It&#8217;s pretty much always buzzing with a great live show. By staying at one of the many outstanding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/hotels\/seattle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">accommodations <\/a>in the heart of the city, you&#8217;ll be within a short walk of countless venues. Some of the top spots include the Paramount Theatre, The Moore Theatre, The Showbox, and The Triple Door, but you&#8217;ll find an <a href=\"https:\/\/visitseattle.org\/things-to-do\/arts-culture\/music-and-concerts\/live-music-is-back\/\">extensive listing here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>13. Check Out Unique Gas Works Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>With sweeping views of the Seattle skyline alongside antique machinery from a bygone gas plant, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/parks\/find\/parks\/gas-works-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gas Works Park<\/a> is unquestionably one of the most unique city parks. In a true lemons-to-lemonade turn, the city made good use of the lingering gas plant equipment. Some were turned into picnic shelters and others were painted for use in the children\u2019s play area, while allowing the rest to sprout out of the lawns like modern urban park art.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16501\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16501\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16501 lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Gas-Works_Dave-Risney_WEB.jpg\" alt=\"Gas Works Park - Dave Risney\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Gas-Works_Dave-Risney_WEB.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Gas-Works_Dave-Risney_WEB-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Gas-Works_Dave-Risney_WEB-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Gas-Works_Dave-Risney_WEB-136x102.jpg 136w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Gas-Works_Dave-Risney_WEB-445x334.jpg 445w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16501\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sunny skies make for a perfect backdrop over Lake Union and Seattle at Gasworks Park. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/sequelguy\/albums\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dave Risney<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>14. Sample Tasty Craft Brews<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While delicious brews can be enjoyed anytime in Seattle, after a day of exploring the city on foot, you&#8217;ve earned yourself a cold one. The good news is that there are a wealth of breweries and taprooms scattered throughout the city. Even better? Many are within walking distance of our downtown terminal.<\/p>\n<p>Pop into the pint-sized microbrewery <a href=\"http:\/\/cloudburstbrew.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cloudburst<\/a> for an impressive selection of beers ranging from double IPAs to barrel-aged English barleywine. Or head to Pike Place Market&#8217;s mainstay, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pikebrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pike Brewing.<\/a> It&#8217;s been cranking out classics like Space Needle IPA and Kilt Lifter Scotch Ale for over 30 years. Want to pack a lot of local flavor into one stop? Pull up a chair in a taproom like <a href=\"http:\/\/www.seattlebeerco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Seattle Beer Company<\/a> and treat yourself to a flight of beer to sample a selection.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>15. Marvel at Puget Sound Sealife at the Seattle Aquarium<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Becoming an expert on the extraordinary sea life in Puget Sound at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattleaquarium.org\/\">Seattle Aquarium<\/a> is not only fun, it&#8217;s educational! Meander through the immersive underwater exhibits that put the marine creatures high above, watch the playful harbor seals splash about, and stroke a starfish in the touch tank. Whatever you do here, you&#8217;re sure to walk away with a deeper understanding and appreciation of our waters and their inhabitants.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13635\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13635\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"wp-image-13635 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/Seattle-Aquarium.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/Seattle-Aquarium.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/Seattle-Aquarium-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/Seattle-Aquarium-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13635\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Make some otterly adorable new friends at the Seattle Aquarium. Photo: Seattle Aquarium<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>16. Sunday Public Sail at Center for Wooden Boats<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Perched on the edge of the stunning South Lake Union waterfront, the <a href=\"http:\/\/cwb.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Center for Wooden Boats<\/a> is an experiential maritime museum. A long-standing local favorite, it offers a place where boat lovers can come together through a shared passion for wooden boats, aquatic skills, and history. Or, simply share their love of the water. Spring marks the start of the popular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cwb.org\/public-sail\">Sunday Public Sail<\/a>, running from late April through October. Volunteer skippers and crew will take you out on an electric boat, steamboat, sprit boat, schooner, or occasionally even a yacht. And, can you believe it doesn&#8217;t cost a thing? But you&#8217;ll need to arrive early, especially on a sunny day.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>17. A Foodies&#8217; Delight: Taste Washington<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Foodies rejoice as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tastewashington.org\/\">Taste Washington<\/a> arrives with wine, spirits, food, and music. It&#8217;s one of the best things to do in Seattle this spring and every spring, typically held over the weekend closest to the beginning of the season. Learn from top chefs, winemakers, and growers through chef demonstrations and educational seminars throughout the week. Of course, there will be plenty of tastings too. The most coveted ticket is arguably <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tastewashington.org\/the-grand-tasting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Grand Tasting<\/a> held at the Lumen Field Event Center. You&#8217;ll be able to treat your palate to tastings from 200 wineries alongside 50 of the region&#8217;s greatest restaurants.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>18. Fremont Sunday Market<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/fremontsundaymarket\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fremont Sunday Market<\/a> is open every Sunday year-round from 10 am to 4 pm. It brings dozens of food trucks, 165 outdoor vendor booths, vintage and antique shopping, local art, and live music to the trendy bohemian neighborhood. Plus, it&#8217;s pet-friendly, bike accessible, and free to browse. Not only that but it&#8217;s not just a market. It&#8217;s a gathering place where locals come to mingle.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>19. Cotton Candy Blooms at the University of Washington Quad<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The University of Washington\u2019s acclaimed cherry trees have long marked the arrival of spring. Celebrate the season with an afternoon spent strolling among the cotton candy-hued trees and velvety green lawns at the historic campus. The peak bloom is typically from late March to early April, so you&#8217;ll have just a short window to catch it. But the UW has an official <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washington.edu\/cherryblossoms\/\">visitors\u2019 website<\/a> dedicated to the cherry blossoms to help you make the most of your time and maximize your viewing experience.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16505\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16505\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16505 lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/UW-cherry-blossoms_Michael-Matti_WEB.jpg\" alt=\"UW Cherry Blossoms - Michael Matti\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/UW-cherry-blossoms_Michael-Matti_WEB.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/UW-cherry-blossoms_Michael-Matti_WEB-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/UW-cherry-blossoms_Michael-Matti_WEB-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/UW-cherry-blossoms_Michael-Matti_WEB-136x102.jpg 136w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/UW-cherry-blossoms_Michael-Matti_WEB-445x334.jpg 445w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16505\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Delicate pink cherry blossoms transform the University of Washington quad into a springtime utopia. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/michaelmattiphotography\/albums\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Michael Matti<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>20. U District Cherry Blossom Festival<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While it&#8217;s always enjoyable to walk beneath the canopy of pink at the UW Quad, take the fun up a notch by attending the <a href=\"https:\/\/udistrictseattle.com\/cherryblossomfestival\">U District Cherry Blossom Festival<\/a>. As it coincides with the peak of the blooms, you can take advantage of it all. The festival includes 80 different businesses in the U District offering unique menus for a wide range of mouthwatering bites. You&#8217;ll find everything from cherry and blossom-themed savory bites to sweet treats, coffee drinks, cocktails, brews, and more! Shopping enthusiast? You&#8217;ll have plenty of opportunities to work out your wallet too.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>21. Dance, Learn, Play, &amp; More at the Northwest Folk Life Festival<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A regional cultural epicenter, the annual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nwfolklife.org\/festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Northwest Folklife Festival<\/a> typically takes place over Memorial Day Weekend. Held at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.seattlecenter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Seattle Center<\/a>, it&#8217;s a free and immersive artistic and musical experience right in the heart of the city. As it features more than 6,000 performers across 20 stages, there&#8217;s bound to be plenty to love no matter what your tastes. Plus, it offers a space to learn, dance, play, and perhaps try something new.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>22. Cheer on the Seattle Sounders\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>What better way to get to know Seattleites and have a good time than to be among the raucous local Sounders fans? Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soundersfc.com\/schedule\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Seattle Sounders<\/a> schedule. The regular season runs from February through early November, with plenty of home games to attend every spring.<\/p>\n<p>After the game, continue the fun by celebrating the victory with a frosty pint in one of the enticing neighboring waterholes. While we don&#8217;t want to jinx it, if they don&#8217;t win, you can always drown your sorrows.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16502\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16502\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16502 lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Sounders-game_ArtBrom_2_WEB.jpg\" alt=\"Seattle Sounders Game - Art Brom\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Sounders-game_ArtBrom_2_WEB.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Sounders-game_ArtBrom_2_WEB-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Sounders-game_ArtBrom_2_WEB-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Sounders-game_ArtBrom_2_WEB-136x102.jpg 136w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Sounders-game_ArtBrom_2_WEB-445x334.jpg 445w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16502\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Catch the electric energy cheering on Seattle&#8217;s hometown soccer team. Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/art-sarah\/albums\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Art Brom<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>23. Catch a Kraken Hockey Game<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You have until around mid-April to enjoy a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhl.com\/kraken\/schedule\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seattle Kraken<\/a> hockey game at the nearly new Climate Pledge Arena. Opened in 2022, the indoor stadium is a total redevelopment of a historic landmark. It&#8217;s now considered the world&#8217;s most sustainable arena for sports and <a href=\"https:\/\/climatepledgearena.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">entertainment<\/a>, hosting a variety of events. Grab a bite or a drink from one or several of the 20 different marketplaces. There are options for those who are gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan, including the popular IMPOSSIBLE\u2122 Korean BBQ Bowl.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>24. Pick Up Fresh PNW Bounty at Ballard Farmer\u2019s Market<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>One of the best things to do in Seattle this spring if you&#8217;re looking for fresher than fresh, is to load up on Northwest bounty at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sfmamarkets.com\/visit-ballard-farmers-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ballard Farmers Market<\/a>. The city\u2019s first year-round community farmers market, it&#8217;s been around for nearly a quarter-century. Operating along a historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW, it became so popular that it expanded onto 22nd Avenue, extending to NW Market Street in 2016. You&#8217;ll find local produce, freshly baked bread, and seasonal flowers. Live music complements the experience, all enjoyed in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13639\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13639\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"wp-image-13639 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/Heather-ONeill.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/Heather-ONeill.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/Heather-ONeill-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2018\/03\/Heather-ONeill-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13639\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Take a stroll through the Ballard Farmers Market to sample, smell and stock up on some fresh spring goodies. Photo: Heather O&#8217;Neill<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>25. Enjoy the Beauty at Kubota Gardens<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Tucked away in South Seattle, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/parks\/find\/parks\/kubota-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kubota Garden<\/a> is worth an entry of its own. It features 20 lush acres of landscape that blend traditional Japanese garden concepts with native Northwest plants. The spectacular grounds are comprised of hills and valleys interlaced with streams, waterfalls, ponds, ornate bridges, and rocky outcroppings. It also boasts a rich array of plants that come alive with color during the spring.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>26. Beach Day at Alki Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Take a beach break in Seattle\u2019s own backyard with a visit to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattle.gov\/parks\/find\/parks\/alki-beach-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alki Beach<\/a>. Just a short and scenic ride on a water taxi can make for a day filled with beach volleyball, sunbathing, kayaking, or just soaking up magnificent views of the downtown skyline. Want to keep the beachcomber vibe going through lunchtime? Enjoy a classic crab melt from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saltys.com\/seattle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Salty\u2019s<\/a> or Aloha pork sliders at <a href=\"http:\/\/marinationmobile.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marination Ma Kai<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16369\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16369\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"wp-image-16369 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/03\/TIA-International-Photography_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/03\/TIA-International-Photography_2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/03\/TIA-International-Photography_2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/03\/TIA-International-Photography_2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16369\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Enjoy all the fun of a day at the beach with a unique view of downtown Seattle at Alki Beach. Photo: TIA International Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>27. Be Wowed at the Moisture Festival<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Get ready to laugh and be wowed by attending the unique Moisture Festival which features a variety of jaw-dropping acts. Similar to a circus, each artist performs anywhere from approximately three to 15 minutes, accompanied by a live band. Acts include tap dancers, acrobats, magicians, and more. Taking place annually for several weeks from mid-March through mid-April, tickets, specific dates, and more details can be found at the <a href=\"https:\/\/moisturefestival.org\/\">festival&#8217;s official website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>28. Classic Family Fun at the Washington State Spring Fair<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>By venturing a short drive south from Seattle to Puyallup, you can enjoy the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefair.com\/spring-fair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Puyallup Spring Fair.<\/a> The biggest celebration of spring in the state, it takes place over two full weekends starting in mid-April. Soak up the local flavor while enjoying the usual fair attractions and much more. That includes roller coasters and other rides, laugh-filled events like the pig races, classic games, live music and comedy, and plenty of typical North American fair foods.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>29. Celebrate the First Day of Spring at Daffodil Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/do206.com\/events\/id\/14576132\">Daffodil Day<\/a> is a celebration of the season, held on the first day of spring. It even includes free flowers! Pick up your bundle of daffodils, grown by Pike Place Market farmers within 100 miles of the city, and then pose for a photo in front of the market artist. Afterward, you might grab ingredients for a picnic or a table at one of the many eateries.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15229 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/04\/daffodils_4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/04\/daffodils_4.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/04\/daffodils_4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2019\/04\/daffodils_4-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>30. Catch the Daffodil Festival Parade<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There&#8217;s an even bigger way to celebrate spring and the daffodils: the Daffodil Festival. The Daffodil Festival Grand Floral Parade takes place on the first Saturday of April, and you can choose where to catch it. The procession travels through Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner, and Orting, beneath the shadow of Mount Rainier. You&#8217;ll find the specific times on the official <a href=\"https:\/\/thedaffodilfestival.org\/\">Daffodil Festival<\/a> site.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>31. Hunt for Easter Eggs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Want to bring the kids on an Easter egg hunt? You&#8217;ve got a few great options. <a href=\"https:\/\/parkways.seattle.gov\/find-the-egg-hunt-in-your-neighborhood\/\">Seattle Parks and Recreation<\/a> hosts free spring egg hunts at community center sites across the city and several park locations through the Rec N the Streets program. Keep an eye out for the bunny!<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>32. Dance the Night Away at the Museum of Flight<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Museum of Flight in Seattle hosts the annual Yuri&#8217;s Night space party, transforming the museum into a 21+ intergalactic nightclub. It celebrates both real and imagined spaceflight with a DJ that spins electronic tunes, dancing, cosplay, art and astrotalk. How much fun would it be to get up on your feet and dance the night away in a towering glass gallery?!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17130\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17130\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img class=\"wp-image-17130 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2023\/02\/7558863456_1e27954b07_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2023\/02\/7558863456_1e27954b07_b.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2023\/02\/7558863456_1e27954b07_b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2023\/02\/7558863456_1e27954b07_b-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2023\/02\/7558863456_1e27954b07_b-136x102.jpg 136w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2023\/02\/7558863456_1e27954b07_b-445x334.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2023\/02\/7558863456_1e27954b07_b-350x263.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17130\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Head to the Museum of Flight for Yuri&#8217;s Night, a space-themed spectacle that&#8217;s one of the best things to do in Seattle this spring<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>33. Check Out Art &amp; Meet the Artists at the Best of the Northwest Spring Show<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/nwartalliance.org\/nwaa-events\/best-of-the-northwest-spring-show-2024\">NorthWest Art Alliance<\/a> hosts the annual Best of the Northwest Spring show over a mid-April weekend in the historic Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park. It&#8217;s a two-day show where you can check out, and perhaps purchase, handmade art in all mediums by more than 100 skilled artists. You&#8217; can even meet the artists behind the work while watching them do what they do best. All-ages art activities are included for attendees too. Furthermore, there will be Seattle area food trucks, and fine wines to pair with your eats!<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>34. Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration takes place annually at the Armory Food &amp; Event Hall at Seattle Center on the first Saturday in May. Because it&#8217;s part of the <a class=\"intLink\" title=\"Fest\u00e1l Landing Page\" href=\"https:\/\/seattlecenter.com\/events\/featured-events\/festal\">Seattle Center Fest\u00e1l<\/a>, a series a year-round series of free cultural festivals, you won&#8217;t have to pay a thing! Enjoy a range of engaging activities, holistic experiences, and the chance to delve into the culture through music, art, film, dance, food, and more.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>35. Enjoy Free Live Music &amp; More at the U District Street Fair<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/udistrictseattle.com\/streetfair\">U District Street Fair<\/a> has been an annual event for more than a half-century. Taking place on NE 43rd Street over a weekend in mid-May, it&#8217;s the kickoff to the city&#8217;s summer event season even though it&#8217;s technically still spring. That said, the weather is often idyllic now for enjoying the 10 blocks of over 40 food trucks and booths, and free live music and performances.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>36. Attend the Seattle Symphony<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a special night out or something to do on a rainy day in Seattle, attend the symphony! There are day and nighttime performances, providing a world-class cultural experience. In fact, the Seattle Sympohony has been honored with five Grammy Awards, two Emmy Awards, and 27 Grammy nominations. Plus, performances are held at Benaroya Hall&#8217;s stunning <span class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\">S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, renowned for its acoustics. You&#8217;ll find a full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattlesymphony.org\/concerttickets\/calendar?\">calendar of events here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16504\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16504\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-16504 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Skagit-Valley_paweesit_WEB.jpg\" alt=\"Skagit Valley Tulip Festival\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Skagit-Valley_paweesit_WEB.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Skagit-Valley_paweesit_WEB-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Skagit-Valley_paweesit_WEB-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Skagit-Valley_paweesit_WEB-136x102.jpg 136w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/04\/Skagit-Valley_paweesit_WEB-445x334.jpg 445w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16504\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Enjoy the blanket of blooms at the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Photo: Paweesit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>37. Skagit Valley Tulip Festival<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Last but certainly not least, the <a href=\"https:\/\/tulipfestival.org\/\">Skagit Valley Tulip Festival<\/a> might just be the No. 1 thing to do in Seattle this spring. But, you say, it&#8217;s not actually in Seattle&#8230;Skagit Valley is about 70 miles north. You would be right. But with people coming from across the globe to attend, you know it&#8217;s going to be worth the drive! You&#8217;ll be able to witness 500 acres of tulips in an array of brilliant colors stretching nearly as far as the eye can see. With a backdrop of the Cascade Mountains, there are endless Instagrammable photo-ops. The largest tulip festival in the country, it takes place throughout the month of April and includes a variety of activities and events from a street fair to art shows.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/seattle-packages\/seattle-overnight-package-2-nights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13210 size-full lazy-load\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2017\/12\/magazinebutton_seattle.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"327\" height=\"53\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2017\/12\/magazinebutton_seattle.png 327w, https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2017\/12\/magazinebutton_seattle-300x49.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 327px) 100vw, 327px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Feature photo: Oakie via Unsplash<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hey there, chirping birdies! Oh hello, fragrant flowers! Vitamin D? Yes, please! Spring is making a very welcome return to the PNW, and with it comes ample opportunity to get out and explore the array of adventures the Emerald City has to offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":70,"featured_media":9159,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,7],"tags":[1925],"class_list":["post-13626","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-seattle","category-things-to-do","tag-events"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring | Clipper Magazine<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"From delicate spring flowers to lively sporting events, plan out your sunny days with our guide to 37 things to do in Seattle this spring!\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring | Clipper Magazine\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"From delicate spring flowers to lively sporting events, plan out your sunny days with our guide to 37 things to do in Seattle this spring!\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Clipper Vacations Magazine\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ClipperVacation\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2026-02-26T06:26:19+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-02-26T14:38:16+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"http:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2016\/06\/seattle1.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"2716\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1810\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"lweathersby\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@clippervacation\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@clippervacation\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"lweathersby\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"21 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"lweathersby\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/cb2b312a5126b8361ff5ce6b334f6861\"},\"headline\":\"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring\",\"datePublished\":\"2026-02-26T06:26:19+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-02-26T14:38:16+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/\"},\"wordCount\":3967,\"commentCount\":0,\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/sites\\\/10\\\/2016\\\/06\\\/seattle1.jpg\",\"keywords\":[\"Events\"],\"articleSection\":[\"Seattle\",\"Things To Do\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/\",\"name\":\"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring | Clipper Magazine\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/sites\\\/10\\\/2016\\\/06\\\/seattle1.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2026-02-26T06:26:19+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2026-02-26T14:38:16+00:00\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/cb2b312a5126b8361ff5ce6b334f6861\"},\"description\":\"From delicate spring flowers to lively sporting events, plan out your sunny days with our guide to 37 things to do in Seattle this spring!\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/sites\\\/10\\\/2016\\\/06\\\/seattle1.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/sites\\\/10\\\/2016\\\/06\\\/seattle1.jpg\",\"width\":2716,\"height\":1810,\"caption\":\"Seattle festivals\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\\\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/\",\"name\":\"Clipper Vacations Magazine\",\"description\":\"Tips, Insights and Inspiration from Your Northwest Travel Experts.\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/cb2b312a5126b8361ff5ce6b334f6861\",\"name\":\"lweathersby\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.clippervacations.com\\\/magazine\\\/author\\\/lweathersby\\\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring | Clipper Magazine","description":"From delicate spring flowers to lively sporting events, plan out your sunny days with our guide to 37 things to do in Seattle this spring!","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring | Clipper Magazine","og_description":"From delicate spring flowers to lively sporting events, plan out your sunny days with our guide to 37 things to do in Seattle this spring!","og_url":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/","og_site_name":"Clipper Vacations Magazine","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ClipperVacation","article_published_time":"2026-02-26T06:26:19+00:00","article_modified_time":"2026-02-26T14:38:16+00:00","og_image":[{"width":2716,"height":1810,"url":"http:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2016\/06\/seattle1.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"lweathersby","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@clippervacation","twitter_site":"@clippervacation","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"lweathersby","Est. reading time":"21 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/"},"author":{"name":"lweathersby","@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/#\/schema\/person\/cb2b312a5126b8361ff5ce6b334f6861"},"headline":"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring","datePublished":"2026-02-26T06:26:19+00:00","dateModified":"2026-02-26T14:38:16+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/"},"wordCount":3967,"commentCount":0,"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2016\/06\/seattle1.jpg","keywords":["Events"],"articleSection":["Seattle","Things To Do"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/","url":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/","name":"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring | Clipper Magazine","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2016\/06\/seattle1.jpg","datePublished":"2026-02-26T06:26:19+00:00","dateModified":"2026-02-26T14:38:16+00:00","author":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/#\/schema\/person\/cb2b312a5126b8361ff5ce6b334f6861"},"description":"From delicate spring flowers to lively sporting events, plan out your sunny days with our guide to 37 things to do in Seattle this spring!","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2016\/06\/seattle1.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2016\/06\/seattle1.jpg","width":2716,"height":1810,"caption":"Seattle festivals"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/37-things-to-do-seattle-spring\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"37 Things to Do in Seattle This Spring"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/","name":"Clipper Vacations Magazine","description":"Tips, Insights and Inspiration from Your Northwest Travel Experts.","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/#\/schema\/person\/cb2b312a5126b8361ff5ce6b334f6861","name":"lweathersby","url":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/author\/lweathersby\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13626","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/70"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13626"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13626\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9159"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13626"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13626"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.clippervacations.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13626"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}