Permanent Joy

Discover an entire underwater world while exploring the attractions at the Seattle Aquarium. Learn about the importance of marine conservation while you watch a variety of marine life interacting in replicas of their natural habitats. See a replica of the coastal waters of Washington, a tide pool, the Pacific Coral Reef and the Northwest Shores.

The Washington Park Arboretum, also known as the University of Washington Botanic Gardens, offers a nationally renowned living plant collection with over 10,000 specimens. Take a walk through the many distinct gardens, such as the Winter Garden, Japanese Garden, the Shoreline and much more.

Head to downtown Seattle to experience the entertainment of a production by ACT–A Contemporary Theatre, which puts on contemporary shows written by promising playwrights and performed by local actors. This interactive troupe focuses on today's thought-provoking issues in their art, and is actively involved in strengthening Seattle´s diverse community.

Be sure to wear dark blue or neon green when you go watch the Seattle Seahawks play in their home stadium, CenturyLink Field. Part of the NFL since 1976, the Seahawks began as an expansion team and have grown steadily over the years, appearing in several recent playoffs and taking home division and conference championships. Hard-hitting sports action can be found at one of these games.