Featured Events in Seattle in May, 2025 (May Updated)

UW NPHC Presents...Step Up Legacy: The Return Join us for an evening filled with step performances by Divine Nine chapters from all over the PNW of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) . It all comes down to a showcase of legacy and tradition, right here on UW campus in Kane 13 0 . This highly anticipated event will be a night to remember, so mark your calendars and be prepared to be amazed by the step teams as they bring their best to the stage. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to experience what Greek life has to offer! Information Source: UW National Panhellenic Council | eventbrite

A transformative 300-mile walk along Japan's ancient pilgrimage routes and through depopulating villages inspires a heart-rending remembrance of a long-lost friend, documented in poignant, imaginative prose and remarkable photography Third Place Books is thrilled to welcome writer, photographer, and walker Craig Mod his new book, Things Become Other Things: A Walking Memoir . Through the frame of a 300-mile-long pilgrimage walk, Things Become Other Things folds together history, literature, poetry, Shinto and Buddhist spirituality, and contemporary rural life in Japan via dozens of conversations with aging fishermen, multi-generational inn owners, farmers, and kissaten cafe “mamas.” Through sharp prose and his curious archive of photographs, he records evidence of floods and tsunamis, the disappearance of life on the peninsula, and the capricious fecundity of nature. Craig will be joined in conversation by designer and writer Liz Danzico . For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Click here for more about our COVID-19 policies for in-person events. Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets: This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About Things Become Other Things. . . Photographer and essayist Craig Mod is a veteran of long solo walks. But in 2021, during the Covid shutdown of Japan’s borders, one particular walk around the Kumano Kodō routes – the ancient pilgrimage paths of Japan’s southern Kii Peninsula — took on an unexpectedly personal new significance. While passing the peninsula’s shrinking villages, Mod found himself reflecting on his own childhood in a post-industrial American town, his experiences as an adoptee, his unlikely relocation to Japan as a student at age 19, and his relationship with one lost friend, whose life was tragically cut short after their paths diverged. As the days passed, he considered why he has walked so rigorously and religiously during his twenty-five years as an immigrant in Japan, contemplating the power of walking itself. For Mod, solo walks are a tool to change the very structure of his mind, to better himself, and to bear witness to a quiet grace visible only when “you’re bored out of your skull and the miles left are long.” Through the frame of a 300-mile-long pilgrimage walk, Things Become Other Things folds together history, literature, poetry, Shinto and Buddhist spirituality, and contemporary rural life in Japan via dozens of conversations with aging fishermen, multi-generational inn owners, farmers, and kissaten cafe “mamas.” Along the way, Mod communes with mountain fauna, marvels over evidence of bears and boars, and hopscotches around leeches. He encounters whispering priests and foul-mouthed little kids who ask him "just what the heck are you, anyway?" Through sharp prose and his curious archive of photographs, he records evidence of floods and tsunamis, the disappearance of life on the peninsula, and the capricious fecundity of nature. Things Become Other Things blends memoir and travel writing at their best, transporting readers to an otherwise inaccessible Japan, one only made visible through Mod’s unique bicultural lens. Craig Mod is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo, Japan. He is the author of four books, including Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa . He is also the author of the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times , The Atlantic , Wired , and other publications. Liz Danzico has an allegiance to vizslas and the writing of E.B. White. She lives and works as a designer and writer. About Third Place Books Founded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

A transformative 300-mile walk along Japan's ancient pilgrimage routes and through depopulating villages inspires a heart-rending remembrance of a long-lost friend, documented in poignant, imaginative prose and remarkable photographyThird Place Books is thrilled to welcome writer, photographer, and walker Craig Modhis new book, Things Become Other Things: A Walking Memoir. Through the frame of a 300-mile-long pilgrimage walk, Things Become Other Things folds together history, literature, poetry, Shinto and Buddhist spirituality, and contemporary rural life in Japan via dozens of conversations with aging fishermen, multi-generational inn owners, farmers, and kissaten cafe “mamas.” Through sharp prose and his curious archive of photographs, he records evidence of floods and tsunamis, the disappearance of life on the peninsula, and the capricious fecundity of nature. Craig will be joined in conversation by designer and writer Liz Danzico. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured book! Click here for more about our COVID-19 policies for in-person events. Having trouble registering? See Eventbrite's troubleshooting FAQ here. Tickets:This event is free to attend. Registration is required in advance. About Things Become Other Things. . .Photographer and essayist Craig Mod is a veteran of long solo walks. But in 2021, during the Covid shutdown of Japan’s borders, one particular walk around the Kumano Kodō routes – the ancient pilgrimage paths of Japan’s southern Kii Peninsula — took on an unexpectedly personal new significance. While passing the peninsula’s shrinking villages, Mod found himself reflecting on his own childhood in a post-industrial American town, his experiences as an adoptee, his unlikely relocation to Japan as a student at age 19, and his relationship with one lost friend, whose life was tragically cut short after their paths diverged. As the days passed, he considered why he has walked so rigorously and religiously during his twenty-five years as an immigrant in Japan, contemplating the power of walking itself. For Mod, solo walks are a tool to change the very structure of his mind, to better himself, and to bear witness to a quiet grace visible only when “you’re bored out of your skull and the miles left are long.” Through the frame of a 300-mile-long pilgrimage walk, Things Become Other Things folds together history, literature, poetry, Shinto and Buddhist spirituality, and contemporary rural life in Japan via dozens of conversations with aging fishermen, multi-generational inn owners, farmers, and kissaten cafe “mamas.” Along the way, Mod communes with mountain fauna, marvels over evidence of bears and boars, and hopscotches around leeches. He encounters whispering priests and foul-mouthed little kids who ask him just what the heck are you, anyway? Through sharp prose and his curious archive of photographs, he records evidence of floods and tsunamis, the disappearance of life on the peninsula, and the capricious fecundity of nature. Things Become Other Things blends memoir and travel writing at their best, transporting readers to an otherwise inaccessible Japan, one only made visible through Mod’s unique bicultural lens. Craig Mod is a writer, photographer, and walker living in Tokyo, Japan. He is the author of four books, including Things Become Other Things and Kissa by Kissa. He is also the author of the newsletters Roden and Ridgeline and has contributed to The New York Times, The Atlantic, Wired, and other publications. Liz Danzico has an allegiance to vizslas and the writing of E.B. White. She lives and works as a designer and writer. About Third Place BooksFounded in 1998 in Lake Forest Park, Washington, Third Place Books is dedicated to the creation of a community around books and the ideas inside them. With locations in Lake Forest Park and Seattle's Ravenna and Seward Park neighborhoods, Third Place Books is proud to serve the entire Seattle metro area. Learn more about their event series at thirdplacebooks.com/events Information Source: Third Place Books | eventbrite

About the Book In recent years, our poetic landscape has evolved in profound and exciting ways. So has our planet. Edited and introduced by the twenty-fourth Poet Laureate of the United States, Ada Limón, this book challenges what we think we know about nature poetry, illuminating the myriad ways our landscapes--both literal and literary-are changing. “You Are Here” features fifty previously unpublished poems from some of the nation's most accomplished poets, including Joy Harjo, Diane Seuss, Rigoberto González, Jericho Brown, Aimee Nezhukumatathil, Paul Tran, and more. Each poem engages with its author's local landscape--be it the breathtaking variety of flora in a national park, or a lone tree flowering persistently by a bus stop-offering an intimate model of how we relate to the world around us and a beautifully diverse range of voices from across the United States. Joyful and provocative, wondrous and urgent, this singular collection of poems offers a lyrical reimagining of what nature and poetry are today, inviting listeners to experience both anew. About Ada Limón: Ada Limón is the author of six books of poetry, including “The Carrying,” which won the National Book Critics Circle Award. Her book “Bright Dead Things” was nominated for the National Book Award, the National Book Critics Circle Award, and the Kingsley Tufts Poetry Award. Her most recent book of poetry, “The Hurting Kind,” was shortlisted for the Griffin Poetry Prize. She is also the author of two children’s books: “In Praise of Mystery,” with illustrations by Peter Sís; and “And, Too, The Fox,” which will be released in 2025. In October of 2023 she was awarded a MacArthur Genius Fellowship, and she was named a TIME magazine woman of the year in 2024. She is the recipient of a Guggenheim fellowship and wrote a poem that was engraved on NASA's Europa Clipper Spacecraft. It was launched to the second moon of Jupiter in October 2024. As the 24th Poet Laureate of The United States, her signature project is called “You Are Here” and focuses on how poetry can help connect us to the natural world. She will serve as Poet Laureate until the spring of 2025. About Seattle Reads: Seattle Reads is a city-wide book group, where people are encouraged to read and discuss the same book. It’s designed to deepen engagement in literature through reading and discussion. Everyone is invited to participate in Seattle Reads by reading the featured book, joining in a book discussion, and/or attending programs with the featured writer. Seattle Reads “You Are Here” is presented in partnership with African-American Writers’ Alliance; Creative Aging at the Frye; Elliott Bay Books; Hugo House; KUOW Book Club; La Sala; the Memory Hub, UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center; Open Books: A Poem Emporium; Poetry Northwest; Pongo Poetry Project; 4Culture Poetry in Public; Seattle Arts & Lectures Youth Poetry Fellowship; Third Place Books. It is made possible by The Seattle Public Library Foundation and The Wallace Foundation, with additional support from Milkweed Editions, KUOW-FM, and media sponsor The Seattle Times. Information Source: SPL | eventbrite

Little Workshops at Seattle Drum School of Music: Group Music Exploration for 2-4 year olds! with Instructor Megan Erickson . Join this workshop to explore: – Singing Together – Rhythm & Movement – Musical Story Time – A Lullaby Goodbye 3rd Saturdays starting October 19, 2024 from 10-11:15am $25 – Call to Sign Up: 206-763-9700 Plenty of Free Parking! at #seattledrumschool Georgetown 1010 S Bailey Street, Seattle, WA 98108 seattledrumschool.com Information Source: Seattle Drum School of Music | eventbrite

Text "Rudimental" to (470) 229-2648 for earlybird access. Bassrush, Itertainment & Substation present: Rudimental w/support from Wergulz Shrynes & Bexx 10:00 pm-2:00 am 21+ only Substation Seattle 645 NW 45th St. Seattle, WA 98107 Information Source: Substation | eventbrite

May Flowers | Pop Up & Floral Workshop Come join us for a celebration of PNW Spring on Saturday, May 17th MAY FLOWERS POP-UP 3pm-6pm FREE Bar & Snacks Shop Art & Apparel Photo Booth Craft Station MAY FLOWERS WORKSHOP 6pm-8pm $90 Ticket Per Person Guided floral design workshop to get your creative juices flowing, inspired by contemporary and playful floral design trends Includes: Florals, Tools,1 Drink Ticket, 1 Art Print Event Design & Curation by LALU LIFESTYLE Instagram: @LALU.LIFESTYLE Hosted at STUDIO 210 SEATTLE LaLu Lifestyle is a small business built to bring together community & creativity. LaLu Founder Delaney Cerna, AKA Laney will be hosting the Floral Design Workshop at May Flowers leveraging her breadth of creative skills to create a beautiful arrangement with you! Our arrangments will start with a base of moss & wire, creating a sustainable foundation for asymetric, organic & lively designs Information Source: eventbrite

Join us in the mezzanine for an hour long, all levels, community, Yoga practice. Immediately following our practice we welcome you to stay and enjoy a pint of your favorite Stoup brew and some lunch! Leave your worries at the door, get your body in motion, taste some of Seattle's finest craft beer, and get to know your community. *Please note, ticket price does not include beverage. About the Venue: Opened in 2013 by husband-and-wife team Brad Benson and Lara Zahaba together with Robyn Schumacher – Stoup is a lifelong dream realized by three friends who love all things food and drink. More than a family-friendly brewery, the taproom is a place that embraces the fundamental essence of beer: a means of bringing people together, one pint at a time. Each of the trio left behind “safer” careers to realize their dream of opening a brewery: Lara, nearly two decades in marketing and PR for wine importers; Brad, a career as a forensic chemist ; Robyn, 13 years as a high school teacher. Collectively, they believe in the community building nature of beer while individually each bring a unique perspective that makes Stoup such a special place. FAQs Is there an age limit to enter the event ? 18 + What should I bring? A Yoga mat, water bottle and an attitude of gratitude. What time do doors open? Doors open at 10:45am. We advise arriving early to give you a chance to set up your mat and get to know those around you. What are my transport/parking options getting to the event? Street parking is available. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? cheers@justaddyogaevents.com Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Nope. In fact, we encourage you to use your mobile ticket. Save the trees! Information Source: Just Add Yoga | eventbrite

The heart opens when we are intent on appreciation . Ron Kurtz, founder of Hakomi, said, “Loving presence is a state of being. It is pleasant, good for your health, rewarding in and of itself. It’s a state in which you feel openhearted and well intentioned.” Loving presence is often understood as being loving toward others; Hakomi illuminates this concept by introducing intentional appreciation. This transforms effort to effortlessness, and creates a flowering rooted in the soil of intention. Loving presence empowers us to meet the big, wild world, most of it beyond our control, with great curiosity, care, and positive intent. This two-day workshop alternates short presentations with exercises and is presented in a step-by-step format, allowing plenty of time to take in the material. Event will begin at 10:00 am and end at 3:30 pm on each scheduled day. Eight (8) CEUs. A negative COVID-19 test is required in order to attend this workshop. We ask that all attendees test one day prior to the event. If you test positive , please inform the registar and you will be fully refunded . If you test negative for COVID-19 but are experiencing symptoms such as fever, coughing, sneezing, runny nose, or vomiting, we request that you inform the registrar and we will help you reschedule your attendance or provide a refund. If you are uncertain of your health status, we urge you to consult with your health care provider. Registration questions to Kris at 206-335-8514 or kcook.mindful@gmail.com Cancellation policy : Full refund available if participant cancels at least 72 hours before the event. Participants cancelling less than 72 hours before the event will not receive a refund and the ticket is not transferable to a different workshop. Information Source: Seattle Hakomi Education Network | eventbrite

Tour De Pints 2025 Welcome to the Tour De Pints 2025! The Tour de Pints is an annual bike ride throughout Seattle to visit a bunch of breweries and drink a bunch of beer! Can't beat that! The full route has not been determined yet, but you can expect somewhere around 30 miles of bike path, bike lane, and safe road riding that will take you to approximately five breweries. The route will end in Ballard, not too far from the start point. The ride is unsupported, but there will be plenty of food options around to keep you fueled up along the way. At each stop, there will be raffles for prizes, as if you need an excuse to ride bikes and drink beers! The event is totally free to attend, though donations are accepted by purchasing a donation ticket. No purchase required. Drinking beer is not required, or even advisable. Know your limits! The route will be revealed as the event draws nearer! Join the community of bikers and beer drinkers here: https://discord.gg/PYJP5Nnf6h Information Source: The Cycling Certified Cicerone® | eventbrite

Welcome to Dayfun: Spring Fling! ! Come and join us at LTD Bar and Grill on Saturday, May 17 2025 at 3:00 PM for an unforgettable day of fun. Let's celebrate the spring season together with the hottest hip hop and R&B jams provided by Tee and DJ Smiles. Free entry before 5pm and limited early bird tickets for entry after 5pm available now!! See you there! Information Source: Immaculate Affairs | eventbrite

Long hip-hop t-shirts have been common since the primary days of hip-hop nation. Hip-hop artists such as Run-DMC and LL Cool J were acknowledged for wearing oversized t-shirts with brave pictures. This tendency continued in the 1990s. Information Source: FRVRMISFIT | eventbrite

Join us May 17th at the Little Red Day Spa for an evening of burlesque, aerial and circus arts, fortune and tarot readings, signature cocktails, and Venetian flair. MASQUERADIA is the first installment of a new series of artistically inspired parties boasting revelry, themed dress & drinks, and featured performers. Transport yourself to a realm of fanciful costumes, circus feats, and creative whimsy at MASQUERADIA! The evening will feature performances by aerial and burlesque artists Vivian Tam, Amy Funbuttons, Glambrosia Salad, and Olive & Minnie as well as tarot and fortunes by Maggie. Not sure what to wear? Local costumers from A Masquerade Costume will be hosting a popup closet and vending masks at the entrance of the party. Tickets are $40. No refunds within 24 hours of the event. Information Source: Little Red Day Spa | eventbrite

A low key, sophisticated approach to dating in Seattle . Preferring a 'less is more' environment devoid of typical event trappings. Gone are the name-tags, shouting and over-the-top party trimmings. Meeting your special someone shouldn't be anything but a comfortable and relaxed experience. Creating a private club atmosphere while recognizing our clients are also our product - we reward lovely daters with discounts and complimentary events and refuse service to anyone we don't think you'll fancy meeting. This is where being lovely has it's perks! The perfect opportunity to find a companion for concerts, festivals or shows. Unleash your inner foodie, adventure junkie or health and wellness guru with someone just like yourself. ----- If you are interested in reading about our Blind-Date Matchmaking with packages ranging from $595-$945, please click here . Saturday Night Speed Dating @ Moxy Seattle Downtown – May 1 7 th 2025 Ages: 25-39 | 5PM 1016 Republican St, Seattle, WA 98109 http://www.speedseattledating.com SpeedSeattle Dating & Matchmaking ---- Extra! Extra! Read all about it! From news articles to nationally televised events - find out what everyone's talking about! Click Here! -- Also proud to offer our Blind-Date Matchmaking with packages ranging from $495-$845, please Click Here. Need a bit of advice or guidance? From profiles to relationship coaching, learn more about our Advice Packages by clicking here. Information Source: SpeedSeattle Dating | eventbrite

The key to great photography is telling visual stories through good composition. This class is for all photographers, no matter their experience, skill, or style, who want to create more compelling stories through their photography. This non-technical class is relevant and important to anyone with a camera. What you’ll learn How we see vs what our camera’s can capture Essential elements that our brains rely upon in visual story telling Color fundamentals that will bring more “pop” to your images Techniques you can use to create more compelling photos Traditional artistic concepts that apply to photography The class begins by explaining the various visual elements that photographers can use, and how they impact your image. Building on the core concepts, you’ll learn how to identify and use a variety of techniques to make stronger statements and more engaging images. The final section of the class walks you through various scenarios to show you how to identify great subjects, work the scene, and create captivating compositions. Included in the class is a multi-page color handout with important concepts from the class including example images. Whether you are a new photographer needing a no-nonsense, to-the-point class on composition, or a more experienced hand looking for new inspiration, Composition Essentials will provide you with what you are looking for. John Greengo is an expert in organizing, distilling, and explaining the various compositional concepts that will make you better at capturing your visual point of view. The concepts in this class are essential for all photographers wanting to take their photography to the next level. THE INSTRUCTOR: John Greengo specializes in photographic education through online training, books, and international photo tours. His photographic teachings have been viewed by millions around the globe; and his visual aids have proven to be popular and effective. Photography has been a life-long passion for John, starting at the age of 10. His range of experiences, combined with his desire to help fellow photographers grow, has positioned John as a world-leader in photographic education. John resides in Washington State and, as a typical Pacific Northwesterner, can frequently be found in the outdoors; always experiencing life through photography.  ABOUT REGISTRATION By registering for this event, you also agree to receive future emails from Glazer's Camera on new products, services, and promotions. You can unsubscribe at any time. Images captured during our events may be shared on our social channels, like Instagram and Facebook. This event has limited space, as a result, registration is required for each attendee, if you are planning to bring a guest, please register for them as well. PRICING, FEES & REFUNDS In the event of a refund, Eventbrite Fees are not refundable. Eventbrite fees are only refunded if an event is canceled. We will issue a full refund up to 4 days before the event date; or a 50% refund up to the day of the event, if however we are able to fill the spot, we may issue a full refund. No-shows will not be refunded. Refunds are unavailable post-event date. Information Source: Glazer's Camera | eventbrite

Experience the iconic sounds of Simple Minds live at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle on May 17, 2025, as part of their "Alive & Kicking Tour 2025". Immerse yourself in the renowned hits of this legendary band at the venue located at 334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98109. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a memorable performance by one of the most influential bands in the history of rock music.

Experience the ethereal melodies of The Weather Station on their Humanhood Tour as they make a stop in Seattle at The Crocodile on May 17, 2025. Situated at 2505 1st Ave, WA, 98121, the venue provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening of music. Don't miss this opportunity to witness The Weather Station's unique blend of folk and indie sounds live in concert.