10 of the best things to do in & around Seattle this week (August 23-27)

We are in the last part of August, in fact the last full week of the month. Pretty damn wild if you ask us. But that also means there is no better time to have fun before fall falls. As always, here are the 10 best things to do in and around Seattle this week.

Drive-In Theater in Marymoor Park

If you want a break from your normal old streaming, check out drive-in movies in Marymoor Park. This month you can watch movies like Star Wars, Jumanji, Jurassic World, Jaws and more. Now that the weather is getting nice, it’s the perfect time to go back to the movies outside, so be sure to check it out.

When: Until August 26th
Where: 6046 West Lake Sammamish Parkway NE Redmond, WA
Costs: $ 30 per car charge

Whiskey & Wildbites

Every Thursday in August, enjoy delicious food from a number of Seattle’s top celebrity chefs while the Seattle area’s best whiskey tastings are on offer. What’s even cooler is that this takes place in the zoo so you can eat while you stroll around the zoo grounds. And your ticket helps save wildlife in PNW and around the world.

When: Until August 26th
Where: Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave N
Costs: $ 95 per person

Phinney Food Truck on Fridays

Food trucks are always a topic in our books. If you’re feeling the same, don’t miss the Phinney Food Truck Fridays. You can enjoy food from places like Sam Choy’s Poke to the Max, Panda Dim Sum, Bumbu Truck, Bean Fish Taiyaki, Delfino’s Pizza, Kiss My Grits, Falafel Salam, Seoul Bowl, and Off the Rez. It will definitely be delicious.

When: Friday to August 27th
Where: 6615 Dayton Avenue N.
Costs: Varies

LUSIO lights

If you are looking for an outdoor immersive light display this summer, LUSIO is for you. The exhibition encourages visitors to explore and play between art installations of all shapes, sizes, and formats. The special thing about this event is the fact that it is completely free!

When: 27.-29. August
Where: Mary Olson Farm, 28728 Green River Road Kent, WA
Costs: For free

Go to a spa

We have just re-run our list of the most relaxing spas in Seattle. So if you need some rest and relaxation, it may be time to indulge in a spa day or treatment. There are tons of amazing local places to see. So treat yourself this week.

Where: Click above to see our selection

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Carpool cinema

Local favorite Scarecrow Video is again partnering with the Phinney Neighborhood Association, UHeights and Companis for its outdoor film series this summer. In August, you can watch both adult and family films every Thursday and Saturday. Do not miss!

When: Until August 28th
Where: Phinney Center, 6615 Dayton Avenue N.
Costs: $ 20 per car

Lil Woody’s Seafood Month

Lil Woody’s, but do it with seafood. This month-long event features local chefs trying their seafood on Lil Woody’s burgers. You can enjoy bites like a halibut burger, a rockfish burger, and even a variant of McDonald’s Fillet O Fish. There’s a new burger every week so stop by every week and try something new.

When: Until August 30th
Where: Several locations
Costs: Varies

Heroes and Villains: The Art of Disney Costume

We bet that at least some of you are interested in, or know someone who is, anything Disney-related. Well, you can visit a brand new exhibition at MoPOP with “more than 70 original pieces including ball gowns, magic capes, military uniforms, tiaras and of course glass slippers”. At the exhibition, you’ll learn about the vision, process, and craft that were used to create the costumes of some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry.

When: Until August 31st
Where: 325 Fifth Avenue N.
Costs: $ 32.25 +

Seattle Deconstructed Art Fair

The Deconstructed Art Fair is the replacement for the larger Seattle Art Fair, which attracts local, national and international galleries. But what makes it especially cool is that it allows smaller and local galleries to reach larger audiences. In fact, over 50 galleries are participating this year and you can visit them all online and in person.

When: Until August 31st
Where: Participating Galleries in Seattle
Costs: For free

Visit a Twin Peaks location

Do you love the classic TV show? Take a little drive to see some of the most famous filming locations in the state. Best of all, most are only around 40 minutes from town. So get in the car and enjoy a trip to Twin Peaks.

Where: Click above to view local locations

Whether you’re seeing art, enjoying a bite to eat, or watching a movie, this week is guaranteed to be good. Have fun out there and we’ll pick you up here next weekend.

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