Cultural Activities

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Syttende Mai Parade – Seattle Things to Do #929

Hipp- Hipp – Hurra! Syttende Mai Parade is here! May 17th, or Norwegian Constitution Day is a day to celebrate and Ballard has been hosting this festival since 1974. This year’s event is full of more fun than ever.

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El Centro de la Raza Cinco de Mayo Fiesta – Seattle Things to Do #913

If you’re looking for a great way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, head on down to El Centro de La Raza for their eighth annual party.

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A Night of International Wonder – Seattle Things to Do #909

You might have to split yourself in two this Thursday night. There’s not one, but two, very unique musical experiences to choose from. First up: Savannah Fuentes at the Columbia City Theatre. This native Northwest woman is a study in cross-cultural influence.

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Jersey Boys at 5th Avenue Theatre – Seattle Things to Do #891

Don’t miss out on the west coast tour of Broadway’s big hit Jersey Boys! Running now through May 4th, downtown at the 5th Avenue Theatre, there are just a couple of weeks left to enjoy the show.

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Olympic Sculpture Park – Seattle Things to Do #877

Situated at the north end of downtown Seattle, the juxtaposition of the Olympic Sculpture Park’s (a part of the Seattle Art Museum) larger-than-life artwork amid the backdrop of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains is a sight worth seeing.

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Thumbnail image for Michael Pollan at Benaroya Hall – Seattle Things to Do #873

Michael Pollan at Benaroya Hall – Seattle Things to Do #873

If you’re interested in the future of food and the food industry in the United States, you’re going to want to make a date with Michael Pollan at Benaroya Hall for May 13th.

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World Rhythm Festival – Seattle Things to Do #861

Take a tour of the world via music through the World Rhythm Festival.  Spend three days immersed in music, drumming and dance traditions from all over the world, including African, Middle Eastern, Latin, Indian, Brazilian, North American, and more.

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All 4 1 Dancepalooza – Seattle Things to Do #820

All 4 1 Dancepalooza is an upcoming event put on by DASSdance – a globally conscientious company intent on providing our community with a new take on contemporary dance. In addition to their many performances throughout the year, dancers become instructors and mentors to underprivileged youth in Seattle’s Central District.

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European Masters at the SAM – Seattle Things to Do #817

Exploring the incredible art of European Masters just got a little easier, thanks to the Seattle Art Museum.  European Masters: The Treasures of Kenwood House and European Masters: Treasures of Seattle, two extensive and diverse collections, are both on exhibit now.

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Nordic Heritage Museum Bad Art? Exhibit – Seattle Things to Do #795

TheNordic Heritage Museum is a hidden little gem in Ballard– dedicated to exhibiting artwork, preserving Scandinavian history and providing cultural experiences. Its most recent exhibit: Bad Art? 1,000 Birch Board Pictures from Sweden showcases more than 1,000 mixed-media works featuring what began as simple tourist souvenirs.

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