Our favorite Springtime events & weekend markets
When it comes to having fun around the city, we've got you covered! Here are the events and happenings that we're most excited for...
St. Patrick’s Day Parade + Irish Week 2023
February 25 - March 18, 2023
Perhaps you’ve been craving a St. Patrick’s Day celebration, or green is your color, or you’ve just been feeling lucky. Whatever the reason, we highly recommend partaking in the fun festivities that Seattle’s Irish Week 2023 has in store. We think the St. Patrick’s Day parade downtown, the Pirate’s Landing on South Lake Union, and the St. Patrick’s Day dash are particularly worth checking out. View the full list of Irish Week 2023 events here.
Seattle Home and Garden Show
February 25 - March 5, 2023
Thinking about remodeling? Got a green thumb? Just like looking at cool fixtures and flooring? Then you should add the Seattle Home and Garden Show to your list of adventures. Explore hundreds of exhibits, including new construction, remodeling, the latest appliances, decorating, landscaping, and beyond. Ticket information + more can be found here.
Seattle Cocktail Week
March 6 - April 2, 2023
Seattle’s Cocktail Week hosts several fun events to experience creative craft cocktails and to get the juices flowing. There’s a little bit of something for everyone, from Karaoke Night at one of Seattle’s best new cocktail bars, to the Mariners Home-Opener Pre-Party at Trade Winds Tavern. View the full list of Seattle Cocktail Week events here.
Visit a museum’s Free Admission Day
March 2 + 31, 2023
Did you know that several Seattle museums offer free-admission days? If you’re on a budget (maybe saving up for that home mortgage downpayment), or just enjoy free things, there are several opportunities to experience art and culture without breaking the bank. For a summary of upcoming free-admission days in March, visit this link.
Emerald City Comic Con 2023
March 2-3, 2023
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Emerald City Comic Con and it’s taking place at the fancy new Seattle Convention Center Summit Building. Whether you’re there to cosplay, to meet your favorite celebrity, or there for your kiddos, ECCC has a lot to offer. View all of the details for ECCC 2023 here.
Taste Washington
March 6 - 13, 2023
Calling all foodies! If carefully paired tastings and wine is your love language, then Taste Washington is definitely worth checking out. There are a variety of events to partake in, including The Grand Tasting at the Lumen Field Event Center. View all of Taste Washington’s events and details here.
Seattle Golf Show
March 11 -12, 2023
Score sweet savings and a first look at the newest clubs at the Seattle Golf Show. Other offerings include free lessons, instructional seminars, golf fitness, kids areas, and a 19th hole lounge. There are also fun tests of skill, including long drive, putting, chipping, and closest-to-the-pin contests. View all information on the Seattle Golf Show here.
Check out your local weekend market
Here are all the Seattle weekend markets this March:
Ballard Farmers Market: every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Ballard
Capitol Hill Farmers Market: every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Capitol Hill
Fremont Sunday Market: every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. under the Fremont Bridge
Georgetown Flea Market: the first Saturday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Georgetown
SODO Flea Market: the second Saturday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in SODO
University District Farmers Market: every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on University Way NE
West Seattle Farmers Market: every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in West Seattle