St. Patrick’s Day arrives this week, bringing a few Irish-inspired events around the city, but it’s far from the only thing happening. From large food and wine celebrations to neighborhood tastings and science events for curious minds, there’s a wide range of things to explore around Seattle. Here are a few picks for the week ahead.
This Week’s Events
Taste Washington
March 19 - 22, various times • Downtown Seattle
Taste Washington returns with four days celebrating the state’s food and wine scene. Events take place across downtown venues and feature tastings from Washington wineries, local chefs, and specialty producers, along with seminars and larger showcase events. Whether you’re a casual wine drinker or a dedicated foodie, it’s one of the region’s signature culinary weekends.
Georgetown Bites and Sites
March 21, 11:00am - 5:00pm • Georgetown Area
Georgetown Bites and Sites turns the neighborhood into a self-guided tasting tour for the afternoon. Participating restaurants and businesses offer small bites while visitors explore the area’s galleries, shops, and historic streets. It’s an easy way to sample local food while wandering one of Seattle’s most character-filled districts.
BrainFest
March 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm • Pacific Science Center
Pacific Science Center hosts a day dedicated to the science of the human brain. BrainFest, presented in partnership with the Allen Institute, features interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and hands-on activities that explore how the brain works and how scientists study it. It’s a family-friendly event that makes neuroscience approachable for curious minds of all ages.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations at McMenamins
Through March 17, various times • McMenamins locations
Across the region, McMenamins locations mark St. Patrick’s Day with live music, festive food and drink specials, and themed gatherings running through March 17. Each venue has its own schedule, so check the lineup to see what’s happening nearby.
The Paperboys’ Annual St. Patrick’s Day Show
March 17, 7:30pm • Tractor Tavern
The Paperboys bring their annual St. Patrick’s Day show to Tractor Tavern, joined by Jenner Fox and Jeremy Elliott. Known for blending Celtic music with folk, bluegrass, and world influences, the group’s lively sets have become a holiday tradition for many local fans.
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Upcoming Events
Looking a little further ahead
UFC Fight Night: Adesanya v Pyfer
March 28, 2:00pm • Climate Pledge Arena
Mixed martial arts returns to Climate Pledge Arena as UFC Fight Night brings a full card of bouts to Seattle. The event is headlined by former champion Israel Adesanya taking on Joe Pyfer, with additional fights scheduled throughout the afternoon.
Candlelight: Coldplay and Imagine Dragons
May 10, 6:30pm • Seattle Public Library - Central Library
A live string ensemble reimagines songs from Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in an intimate candlelit setting inside the Seattle Public Library’s Central Library. The performance pairs familiar pop anthems with orchestral arrangements, creating a quieter and more atmospheric take on the music.
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