425-455-9999; k1speed.com Come and enjoy indoor kart racing in a unique atmosphere. Electric karts, zero emissions, fun for all ages. Ling Shen Ching Tze Temple 17012 NE 40th Ct Redmond, WA 98052 425-882-0916; tbsseattle.org Light offering, annual guardian protection, funeral/ceremonial services, chanting, spiritual consultation, meditation class, Buddhism teachings. Lucky Strike Lanes 700 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 250 Bellevue, WA 98004 425-453-7160 bowlluckystrike.com Bowl on our state-of-the-art lanes, play pool in our billiard area, or enjoy our VIP Lounge. We have several space and catering options to meet your party needs. Miner’s Landing at Pier 57 Seattle 1301 Alaskan Way, Pier 57 Seattle, WA 98101 206-623-8600 Retail/commercial pier with shops, entertainment, dining and banquet space. Set on Seattle’s historic waterfront! Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad 54124 Mountain Hwy E Elbe, WA 98330 360-492-5588; mrsr.com Experience the Northwest via a vintage steam train ride and a visit to our working museum and restoration shop. Northwest Art Alliance 7777 62nd Ave NE, Ste 103 Seattle, WA 98115 206-525-5926 nwartalliance.com Best of the Northwest brings over 200 artists, boutique wineries, and performing arts together in November (Smith Cove Cruise Terminal - Pier 91) and March (Magnuson Park). Northwest Cider Association PO Box 687 Freeland, WA 98249 360-929-9924; nwcider.com Representing artisan cidermakers throughout Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, British Columbia and cider enthusiasts worldwide. Many tasting rooms open year-round. Northwest Flower & Garden Show PO Box 110849 Tacoma, WA 98411 253-756-2121; gardenshow.com Six acres of inspiring gardens, free seminars for all gardening levels and shopping at 300 exhibits all garden related. Feb 5-9, 2014 in Seattle. Northwest Trek Wildlife Park 11610 Trek Dr E Eatonville, WA 98328 360-832-6117; nwtrek.org 723-acre wildlife park with moose, bison, other Northwest animals. Guided tram tours, zipline challenge courses, spectacular setting, on way to Mt. Rainier. Old School Pinups 1922 Post Alley Seattle, WA 98101 206-443-5979 oldschoolpinups.com
Be a pinup at Old School Pinups. High-end portraiture with a retro twist at Pike Place Market. 11am6pm Thursday-Monday. Olympic Sculpture Park 2901 Western Ave Seattle, WA 98121 206-654-3140 seattleartmuseum.org Experience a variety of sculpture in an outdoor setting while enjoying the incredible views and beauty of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound. Admission is free. Pacific Science Center 200 Second Ave N Seattle, WA 98109 206-443-2001 pacificsciencecenter.org Since the 1962 World’s Fair, Pacific Science Center has been entertaining and educating visitors of all ages as one of the world’s most popular science centers. Paris Eastside 816 E Pike St Seattle, WA 98122 206-452-3622 pariseastside.com Fun and hands-on cooking classes in the heart of Capitol Hill. Other craft classes available too. Children welcome. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium 5400 N Pearl St Tacoma, WA 98407 253-591-5337; pdza.org Award-winning zoo and aquarium: up-close animal experiences, live animal show, stingray touch tank, all-new shark cage dives. Remlinger Farms 32610 NE 32nd St Carnation, WA 98014 425-333-4135 remlingerfarms.com Fun for the whole family! Private corporate events. Fun park with rides, farm market, restaurant, u-pick fields, October Harvest Festival and educational tours. See website for details. Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden 2525 S 336th St Federal Way, WA 98003 253-838-4646; rhodygarden.org An all-season 22-acre woodland garden featuring one of the finest collections of rhododendron species in the world, growing among other exotic and unusual plants. Sandbox Sports Seattle 5955 Airport Way S Seattle, WA 98108 206-624-2899 sandboxsports.net Seattle’s first and only indoor beach. Play sand volleyball or celebrate with birthday parties or company events, all year-round. Schack Art Center 2921 Hoyt Ave Everett, WA 98201 425-259-5050; schack.org Watch glassblowing and see local art exhibits, admission is free. Private art classes available for groups. Call for rates. Seafair 2200 Sixth Ave, Ste 400 Seattle, WA 98121 206-728-0123; seafair.com
The largest festival in the Northwest reaching over two million people. This summertime celebration includes hydroplane races, air show, featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, a parade and sporting events. Seattle Aquarium 1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59 Seattle, WA 98101 206-682-3474 seattleaquarium.org/ private-events Discover the underwater world of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Stunning waterfront setting and beautiful private evening events. Seattle Center 305 Harrison St Seattle, WA 98109 206-684-7200 seattlecenter.com 74 acres of arts and cultural entertainment for all ages including ballet, opera, theater, WNBA basketball, the country’s largest international film festival and the newly renovated Armory with eateries featuring menus from local Northwest chefs. Seattle Center Monorail 370 Thomas St, Second Fl Seattle, WA 98109 206-905-2600 seattlemonorail.com Quick, convenient link between the Seattle Center and downtown Seattle. Seattle Events, producers of Seattle Hempfest 12351 Lake City Way NE, Ste 102 Seattle, WA 98125 206-364-4367; hempfest.org Cannabis tourism is on the rise! Plan a unique adventure for your canabinoids with a Seattle Hempfest Tour. $10 donation. The Seattle Great Wheel 301 Alaskan Way, Pier 57 Seattle, WA 98101 206-623-8600 seattlegreatwheel.com One of the largest Ferris wheels in North America. 175 feet tall, 42 climate-controlled gondolas. Seattle Pinball Museum 508 Maynard Ave S Seattle, WA 98104 206-623-0759 The largest public collection of pinball machines in the Northwest. Come enjoy a unique Seattle experience. Private events welcome. Seattle Public Library Central Library 1000 Fourth Ave Seattle, WA 98104 206-386-4636; spl.org Visit Seattle’s spectacular downtown library, where form and function combine in breathtaking style. Available for private group tours by arrangement. Smith Tower Observation Deck 506 Second Ave, Ste 1021 Seattle, WA 98104 206-622-4004; smithtower.com Seattle’s most elegant observatory. Built in 1914, our 35th-floor open-air observation deck offers commanding views of downtown. Original elevator carriages and hand-carved ceilings.
Space Needle 400 Broad St Seattle, WA 98109 206-905-2111; spaceneedle.com Located 520 feet above Seattle, the Observation Deck features 360 degrees of breathtaking indoor and outdoor viewing and colorful displays filled with facts and trivia. The Steamer Virginia V Foundation 901 Fairview Ave N Seattle, WA 98109 206-624-9119; virginiav.org National historic landmark steamship built in 1922. Available for private charter. Also runs public excursions and dockside open-house tours. Theo Chocolate 3400 Phinney Ave N Seattle, WA 98103 206-632-5100 theochocolate.com Organic and Fair Trade certified chocolate factory offers tours seven days a week. Please call for reservations. Tillicum Village NW Coast Indian Cultural Center & Restaurant 1101 Alaskan Way, Pier 55, Ste 201 Seattle, WA 98101 206-623-1445 tillicumvillage.com Cruise Puget Sound; feast on salmon; witness Northwest Coast dances and culture; shop for Northwest treasures; enjoy exquisite beach and forest walk. Departs Pier 55 - Seattle central waterfront. Underground Tour, Bill Speidel’s 608 First Ave Seattle, WA 98104 206-682-4646 undergroundtour.com Seattle’s most unusual attraction is a humorous tour of subterranean store fronts and sidewalks created when the city rebuilt on top of itself after The Great Fire. USS Turner Joy DD-951 300 Washington Beach Ave Bremerton, WA 98337 360-792-2457; ussturnerjoy.org USS Turner Joy is a Vietnamera museum ship available for daily tours/reunions/and special events. Gift shop on site. Volunteer Park Conservatory 1400 E Galer St Seattle, WA 98112 206-322-4112 volunteerparkconservatory.org This urban oasis encompassing five glass houses is a jewel of Victorian greenhouses in this Olmsted Park. Featuring palms, cacti and an extensive orchid collection. $3 donation suggested. Washington State Fair 110 Ninth Ave SW Puyallup, WA 98371 253-845-1771; thefair.com Diverse year-round events and entertainment including the Northwest’s famous Washington State Fair held in September and the Spring Fair in April. Waterways Cruises & Events 2441 N Northlake Way Seattle, WA 98103 206-223-2060 waterwayscruises.com
Unforgettable dinner, brunch, happy hour, lunch and holiday cruises aboard a beautiful yacht, with delicious Northwest cuisine, spectacular views and a captain’s narration of sights. Private deck rentals are available on all dining cruises. Wild Waves Theme Park 36201 Enchanted Pkwy S Federal Way, WA 98003 253-661-8000; wildwaves.com Two parks in one! The largest theme park and water park in Washington state featuring over 60 rides, slides and attractions. Woodland Park Zoo 601 N 59th St Seattle, WA 98103 206-548-2500; zoo.org Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo is an award-winning 92-acre oasis featuring over 300 animal species, noted for its cutting-edge exhibits. $17.50 adult, $11.50 child. Ye Olde Curiosity Shop 1001 Alaskan Way, Pier 54 Seattle, WA 98104 206-682-5844 yeoldecuriosityshop.com World-famous curio shop, established in 1899. Indian and Eskimo art, Seattle souvenirs, imports, jewelry, gifts, curios, collectibles and free museum.
Breweries
Fremont Brewing Company 3409 Woodland Park Ave N Seattle, WA 98103 206-420-2407 fremontbrewing.com Business hours: Sun-Wed 11am-8pm, Thu-Sat 11am-9pm. Because beer matters. Hilliard’s Beer 1550 NW 49th Seattle, WA 98107 206-915-3303; hilliardsbeer.com Ballard brewery and tasting room. All ages welcome. Please see our website for current hours and events. The Pike Brewing Company 1415 First Ave Seattle, WA 98101 206-622-6044; pikebrewing.com Interactive complex of brewery, pub and museum bar. Reception and meeting facilities. Pyramid Alehouse, Brewery & Restaurant 1201 First Ave S Seattle, WA 98134 206-68-BEERS pyramidbrew.com Savor the Northwest’s finest craft beers and tour our downtown brewery. Pyramid ales and Thomas Kemper lagers are featured alongside an array of pub fare. Redhook Ale Brewery 14300 NE 145th St Woodinville, WA 98072 425-483-3232; redhook.com Tours available daily at Woodinville brewery. Call for times. Redhook collectibles, food, ale sampling and visitor center.
Casinos
Emerald Queen Hotel & Casinos 5700 Pacific Hwy E Fife, WA 98424 253-594-7777 emeraldqueen.com
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