One of the best settings for a sporting event in the nation…read more The proximity to the city definitely can be a downside if you're thinking about traffic, but I've had even worst traffic experiences at stadiums that were out in the boonies too. So that's probably hard to do for any stadiums anywhere. What's remarkable is the food and the liveliness it has during event days. Inside the stadium, of course, but even the outside and heck, the entire mile of a walk to the stadium itself is just energized with people hanging out and grabbing food. It cannot be understated how well the environment is out here. Of course, the stadium itself is a state of the art facility and probably one of the loudest acoustically. I think I heard it was specifically engineered for that? Don't quote me on that but it really does get loud out there, and I love it. Biased as I am, having lived here my entire life, this place is arguably the best setting in the world in my heart.

For a big stadium pop/folk show like Ed Sheeran's LOOP Tour, built on looping, live layering, and…read morehuge sing-alongs, Lumen Field delivered the goods. Scale, energy, and that classic Pacific Northwest night under the arches. When the crowd is locked in and the songs are big enough to fill the place, it really shines. That said, the acoustics aren't great for quieter or more nuanced moments (stadium echo is real here), and getting in and out can be a pain, especially by transit. The light-rail mess after this show didn't help. If you care more about atmosphere and hits than perfect sound, you'll leave happy. If you're sensitive to echo or prefer intimate acoustics, maybe stick to smaller venues. Sheeran keeps coming back for a reason though--this place works for his style of stadium intimacy, even if it's not a sonic paradise.

It was my first 2026-27 Season Kraken game (Sept 19 preseason vs the Canucks), and we had seats in…read moreSection 02. I wasn't exactly sure how to get there. I saw a sign at the Symetra Club entrance showing Sections 01 and 02, and since I was hobbling along in a walking boot, I didn't want to wander all over just to find the seats. The lady at the Symetra Club entrance was very nice and explained everything to us. She was slow and methodical, recognizing my handicap, and even helped point out where the restrooms were during the first intermission. Her kindness had a lasting impact on my experience. Lastly, it was my friend's very first Kraken game, so her helpfulness made a great first impression for my buddy too.

There is a separate bag line. Not sure if it's moving slower or the same. Multiple entries. Take…read morethe monorail if possible. Drops you off right there. After getting in the arena and walking around the other entrances had zero line. So recommend walking around to the back. Was really excited to find the Impossible Foods vendor. Disappointed it was not all vegan. But more so disappointed that the staff had NO clue about the dietary differences of the only 4 dishes. The menu did say VG- vegan and V - vegetarian, but they were putting the non vegan sauce on the VG burger. ALSO why is the vegetarian burger with cheese and sauce the same price as the burger without those things (and no substitution)? Was in a box area which is VERY fancy. The bar tender was so nice. NA drinks were included with the ticket. Alcohol drink not included. About the $17 for a beer. There were snacks. Mostly vegetarian, one vegan option- a watermelon sushi. It was ok but def not filling. Love the WNBA! Thank you arena for your carbon neutral goal. Will be back when in town.

By far, "the greatest setting in college football"! Wear your purple and come early to tailgate or…read morehop a boat to sailgate . Inside the stadium, you'll find classic stadium eats, conveniently located beverage and snack kiosks and a plethora of husky merch purchase options . The main store is on the first floor of the main concourse and there's a number of gear kiosks along the way! Cashless stadium so plan accordingly.

Great college stadium with stunning views of the lake. This stadium is known for its high decibel…read morecrowd noise. This is due to the design of the roof effectively trapping the noise. This stadium features a U-shaped design and located right on the shores of Lake Washington. We've attended numerous Husky games have always had a great time. Staff members are cheerful and friendly. Concession stand prices are astronomical, which is to be expected. They do have a solid selection beverages and food. Tailgating and sailgating are time honored tradition at Husky stadium given the promixity to Lake Washington. Getting to the games is now easier with the light rail stop directly outside the stadium. Both Metro and Sound Transit have bus routes near the stadium. The most common strategy is to drive and park near or on University Avenue and walk through the UW campus. This stadium is convenient and a ton of fun.

Came here to catch a Mariners game while in town. Located in SoDo, it's one of the few MLB…read moreballparks that has a retractable roof (bye bye rain delay) and easily accessible via public transportation. The Ichiro influence runs deep here, so beyond the usual ballpark food, you can also find Sapporo beer, poke and katsu bowls. The souvenir trident cup is also a fun touch!

Went to my first Mariners game ever and had an epic experience! It was kids appreciation day at the…read moreballpark so they really rolled out all the stops for the kids... free Mario themed jersey giveaway, Mariners pennants, and prizes. They even let kids stay after the game to run the bases afterwards. They definitely have fans at the heart of everything they do. The stadium itself is beautiful with sweeping views of downtown Seattle from multiple areas and Elliott Bay from the top deck. There are tons of retail spaces and a multiple of food options. Some are familiar brands - Salt and straw, Moto pizza and Ivars as examples - and others are more generic. Many of the seats are under cover in case of inclement weather but others are not (the outfield looked almost entirely exposed). The scoreboards are large and easy to read. The music between plays and innings was lively! And the fans were happy and loyal. People were considerate of one another and everyone seemed to be having a good time. I can't wait to go back for another game! Highly recommended for an amazing urban sports experience in a wonderful city. Go Mariners!

Certain traditions never get old for me…read more The Seafair Pirates have been landing on Beach's in West Seattle for 75 years. I'm aware of one thing, when this swashbuckling motley crew arrives on the shores of Alki Beach with cannons booming , guns blazing and the blade of a sword dragging on the ground it means one thing, SEAFAIR has begun in the Pacific Northwest . Seafair's annual Pirate landing on celebrates a generational folklore of a men dressed as pirates, yet it's more about the tradition many for community's in Seattle. It's a celebration and the landing is an annual official kick off to summer activity's in Seattle. Once the pirates have raided the beach's the gentleman jump on the "MOBY DICK" a motorized "Spanish galleon" and head to Benbow Inn for rum potions. Once the party has kicked into gear and over the next 30 days you will see them at every parade and community pillaging events around town... You must do the landing at least one time in your life or you will walk the plank.

A local tradition since 1949, the Pirates' arrival draws thousands of fans. Parking in the area is…read moreextremely limited, so if you can, go by bus or water taxi. If you must drive, allow plenty of time to find a place to park. There are unfortunately not a lot of bike racks in the area, so biking in may not be a great option. Due to the unpredictability of the tides, the Seafair Pirates cannot predict exactly what time they'll land. However, they normally arrive around 1:30 p.m. COME ON FOLKS, PIRATES ARE LANDING ON THE SHORE BEFORE YOUR VERY EYES! PIRATES! PIRATES! RUN FOR YOUR LIVES, SHIT YOUR PANTS, DO SOMETHING, ANYTHING AT ALL!!!! As they walked up the shore, the motley crew with thick arms raised their swords and axes, some tossing souvenir Seafair coins for onlookers. "Arrgh!" one pirate yelled. "Who wants to lose a leg today?" Though the landing itself is over, the party is not - it's on until 5 pm. Live music started at 11am. Overall, the pirates were enjoyable!

Ok I prefer the Sonics mascot, however Howard Shultz sold the team. So now I celebrate the powers…read moreof the moose. That furry creature is loved by M's fans. Why I have no idea but they do.

The Mariner Moose is a Seattle sports icon who was born in my home town of Ferndale, Washington…read more His origin story consists of a state wide contest where elementary school children were asked to come up with a Mariner mascot. A student from Central Elementary School came up with the idea of a moose which, at the time, was odd because the state isn't known for moose at all. Of course, that ended up being the right choice as the Mariner Moose has been a beloved costumed celebrity for decades and I can't imagine him not being a part of the team. It's always fun to see him dancing on the dugout, kicking it with the kids, or cracking people up in crazy costumes. Next time you go to a game, give the Moose a high five and let him know how much we appreciate what he has meant to Mariners fans around the world.

Went last year and this year was not as much fun as last year. There were more interesting vendors…read moreand activities last year. This year was quieter and seemed smaller.

The Georgetown Carnival is one of those festivals I hear a lot about it. It is supposed to be…read moreeclectic and unusual, reflecting the neighborhood. Alas, perhaps time has changed things. In the 2026 carnival, the food booths and vendor booths are same as every other festival (I go to many). The 'carnival' has crafty, homemade type of games and designed for children, limited to 5 feet and under. There are two bands on separate stages. The coolest aspects are in the neighborhood itself as I admire murals on the walls. We wandered in somewhere that had free viewing of movies that were made by handheld-cameras; that was unusual though not necessarily enjoyable. The best part was finding bathrooms to use. I doubt I will prioritize revisiting in future years.

This year's Ballard Music and Seafoodfest on a Saturday had Built to Spill as the headliner, along…read morewith Low Cut Connie. Both groups attracted the most people to the main stage of this multi-block event taking up NW Market St and 22nd Ave NW, among other streets. I made the mistake of getting here around 2:30pm way past the event start time, then spending half an hour to find parking near the Ballard First Lutheran Church and then walking about 15 minutes to reach the main stage on Market St around 3:15pm. When you do get here, there's a lot of noise and crowds going on. This was also during Seattle's World Cup crowds, so many bars around the block were broadcasting the games with people gathering to watch and cheer. Many vendors also line up the streets as well, most of what you would see if you go to similar events like Bite of Seattle or even the Georgetown Carnival. This particular fest had a big salmon BBQ booth from Trident Seafoods which requires tokens you can purchase from the information booth. I saw the longest lines for there in particular. Besides that, I didn't see much seafood for this year. I ended up not doing the salmon BBQ, and the vendors were mostly what I've seen before in other events, so I mostly relied on the surrounding Ballard businesses for dinner and my matcha fix. I will say Built to Spill was actually really good despite indie rock not being my type of music, and my friends made my experience here better. This is an all-right event for me in particular, but I might still come back next year for the music acts.

Nitewave band headliner which is always fun…read more Lively with food trucks. We went on Friday so none of the artsy stuff and the Salmon Bake were on. Ballard is always fun to visit and this event is always fun to go to.