july

For those staying in town for the summer, there is no shortage of opportunities for fun and exploration…

Bainbridge Island Grand Old 4th of July Hop on a short ferry ride to experience small town charm at its finest.

Summer school! With most students are on summer break, it’s the perfect time to explore the UW campus . Visit the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, take a self-guided Indigenous Walking Tour rent a canoe at the Waterfront Activities Center, soak up botanical knowledge at the Elisabeth C. Miller Library, stroll the gardens at the Center for Urban Horticulture, you can even go bowling at the HUB!

Ballard FC! The love for soccer in Seattle is strong and you’ll feel it at the inaugural season of this neighborhood team at Interbay Stadium.

Free gardening classes at City People’s Garden Store with field tripper Susan Papanikolas! Learn to create potted containers that will wow your friends and family July 9th or how to refresh your summer garden July 23rd. You won’t find a sweeter green thumb!

Take a culinary journey at the Corson Building’s Moroccan feast July 17th featuring Villa Jerada and field tripper Ben Campbell of Ben’s Bread Seattle.

Dancing ‘Til Dusk July and August Learn to Lindy Hop or swing with free lessons and live music Tuesday and Thursday nights at various parks downtown.

Dance Church x Jeremy Shaw at the Frye July 21st If you like to keep your dancing free form and wild, this is the night for you.

Friday Night Bowls at the Jefferson Park Lawn Bowling Club, discover your new favorite sport as the sun sets.

Guided nature walks at Seward Park Audubon Center, learn your birds and trees on these free guided walks through one of the city’s most marvelous parks..

Inspired by the images from the Webb telescope? Join one of the Star Parties with the Seattle Astronomical Society, throughout the month of July, the public is invited to join astronomers for stargazing the night sky.