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Six free things to do this spring in Seattle
03.15.2022
Six free things to do this spring in Seattle
Now that winter is over, it's time to enjoy the outdoors to see the cherry blossoms, discover new parks, music, explore neighborhoods and more. Here are six free activities that you can do this spring.
NewHolly Art Tour
NewHolly community members created a walkable art tour map in participation with Healthy Othello Safer Through Environmental Design (HOSTED). Learn about the NewHolly neighborhood and view art murals.
Shamrock Stroll in Lake Sammamish State Park
Date and time: March 16, 8 a.m. and March 28, 9 a.m.
Location: Lake Sammamish State Park
Cost: There is no charge for the Shamrock Stroll, but Lake Sammamish does require a Discover Pass or a daily parking pass. You can reserve a Discover Pass for free through the Seattle Public Library.
Birdwatching with MOHAI Mercantile + Seattle Audubon Society
Date and time: March 20, 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Location: MOHAI Lakefront Pavilion, located in Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave N
University of Washington Cherry Blossoms
Walk around UW to see the cherry blossoms bloom or you can take a virtual tour.
Spotlight on the Waterfront
Spotlight on the Waterfront is an event series that hosts local artists on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Date and time: Various dates and times
Location: Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way
Seattle Chinese Garden
The Seattle Chinese Garden is located in South Seattle College. It’s one of the largest Chinese gardens outside of China, showcasing the four traditional elements of a Chinese garden: plants, stone, architecture, and water.
Date and time: Open Monday to Sunday from dawn to dusk
Location: 5640 16th Ave. SW
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