Arts & Culture

Poetic

Three Poems by Ching-In Chen

The latest in Seattle Met’s poetry series.

06/04/2026 By Ching-In Chen

Culture Fix

Things to Do in Seattle

MoPop goes full Willy Wonka and a film fest celebrates despair.

06/03/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Planner

What to Do in Washington State in June

Art, music, and the beginning of soccer events across the state.

05/29/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Otherworldly

How a Dungeon Crawler Took Over the World

One Washington author propelled a self-published novel into a fantasy universe.

05/11/2026 By Eric Olson

Festival on Film

The Heart of the Powwow

Sky Hopinka’s film about a Seattle powwow is straight from the heart—and begins with a big voice.

05/07/2026 By Chase Hutchinson

City Sounds

Seattle Outdoor Concert Guide 2026

The tunes are under the blue skies and bright stars this season.

04/30/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Planner

What to Do in Washington State in May

It's a month for Vikings, art, and one weird festival in Sequim.

04/29/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Well Well Well

These Young Classical Musicians Are Living in a Seattle Retirement Facility

How Skyline got its first-ever chamber quartet in residence.

03/19/2026 By Haley Shapley

Trading Places

A Seattle Author Uncovers a Secret History of World War II

Evelyn Iritani’s Safe Passage shares an untold story of civilian lives and global diplomacy.

03/05/2026 By Eric Olson

Hanami How-To

A Viewing Guide for the UW Cherry Blossoms

Sakura season is nearly here. Get thee to the quad.

03/03/2026 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Poetic

Bird Songs

The latest in our poetry series features work from a new avian-themed anthology—and original paintings.

02/23/2026 Illustrations by Hiroko Seki By Various Poets

Quote Unquote

Baso Fibonacci Believes in Seattle Art

The downtown painter documents his city in paintings, murals, and a little bit of renegade street art.

02/05/2026 By Allison Williams

Walls Out

What Will Happen to Capitol Hill's Magnificent Russian Murals?

The menus will change in the old Cook Weaver space, but the neighborhood's loveliest fairy tale remains.

01/27/2026 By Allison Williams

Yule Fuel

The Seattle and Eastside Guide to Christmas (Eve) Dining

From dinner to brunch, festive options abound for December 24 and 25...and beyond.

12/09/2025 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

It's Lit

Where to See Holiday Lights in Seattle

Local displays make the holidays brighter.

12/04/2025 By Seattle Met Staff

Protest Songs

The New Documentary WTO/99 Looks Terrifyingly Familiar

Ian Bell’s film is both a time capsule and a sneak preview.

11/03/2025 By Chase Hutchinson

Planner

What to Do in WA in November

Skating season begins, crafts in the Tri-Cities, and festivals pop up across the state.

10/30/2025 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Book Club

The Best Romantic Comedies Actually Shot in Seattle

Our book club pick Storybook Ending is inspired by the genre.

10/22/2025 By Moira Macdonald

Book Club

An Ode to Seattle's Independent Bookstores

The setting of our next book club pick, Storybook Ending, might look familiar to Seattle book lovers.

10/15/2025 By Moira Macdonald

Book Club

There’s Nothing Like Old-School In-Person Connection

Our latest book club pick, Storybook Ending, is about finding each other in the real (imagined) Seattle.

10/08/2025 By Moira Macdonald