Make some memories at the Northwest Folklife Festival. This annual festival brings some of the city´s best local, ethnic, folk and traditional arts and music to the Seattle Center for a free three-day party over Memorial Day weekend. Take in the spirit of the Northwest as you visit the vendors selling all kinds of foods and handmade goods.
Sip on homemade beers and ales from Seattle´s original microbrewery. The Big Time Brewing Company offers its award winning beers and tasty pub food in a classic alehouse setting, making it the perfect place to go for a low-key experience on the city's nightlife scene. Be sure to stop by at Grumpy Hour for drink and food specials!
Located just 30 minutes east of downtown Seattle, the Salish Lodge & Spa is Washington State´s luxury resort. Spend a romantic weekend out in the comfort of the lodge–with lush sleeping accommodations, a wood-burning fireplace and the ambiance of the surrounding canyon and woodland. Relax at the tranquility of the full spa, with special packages for couples.
Discover some of the best children´s books at the Elliott Bay Book Company. This large, locally owned Seattle bookstore is filled with over 150,000 titles, featuring the region´s best selection of new books, local-only offerings and a large collection of bargain books. Stop by for readings and book signings by several authors throughout the year.