8 Things To Do This October in Seattle
Fall has finally arrived and Seattle has some great activities lined up to celebrate the changing of the seasons. Check out our list of 8 things to do this October.
Maple Leaf Pumpkins: All Month
Are you interested in seeing the greatest pumpkins within the Seattle city limits? Be sure to check out Maple Leaf Pumpkins, an outdoor pumpkin patch experience in the Maple Leaf neighborhood. There are two pumpkins, Jack and Magnus, currently growing into giants. Jack was weighing in at over 475 pounds on September 25th. Magnus was almost 650 pounds at the beginning of the month. View the website to see their progress, or, better yet, visit in person. Hours are Sunday through Saturday from 8 am – 8 pm. There is no viewing fee.
Photo via: Maple Leaf Pumpkins
24th Annual Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms: October 1st-2nd
Want to get out of the city?! Nine farms in the Skagit Valley are participating in a FREE Festival of Family Farms this coming weekend from 10 am – 4 pm. There will be lots of activities for kids and adults including pumpkin patches, hayrides, farm tours, animal exhibits, and more! Stop by Gordon Skagit Farms to score the perfect Instagram-worthy photo with the pumpkins, or pet the Alpacas at South Fork Farms. Top it all off with a caramel apple or hot chocolate at Eagle Haven Winery. Click here for a map of the participating farms. You can also look for an orange flag outside each farm. If you can, please make a donation; educational festivals like this one especially rely on donations year over year.
Photo via: South Fork Farm
Bob's Corn & Pumpkin Farm Fall Festival: October 1st - 31st
Located in Snohomish, Bob’s Corn and Pumpkin Farm has it all. Not only can you conquer a corn maze, pick the perfect carving pumpkin, or go on a tractor ride, you can eat “Sarah’s famous donuts” and enjoy hot apple cider while sitting by the bonfire. Yes, BONFIRE! You can book one of their 18 firepits inside the corn maze, great for birthdays or for no reason at all. Click here to get your tickets!
Photo via: Bob’s Corn and Pumpkin Farm
House of Spirits: October 1st - 31st
An immersive theatrical cocktail soiree located in the Capitol Hill DAR Rainier Chapter House, House of Spirits is the perfect way to get into the spooky spirit. This house replicates George Washington’s Mount Vernon home and exudes elegance and history. Join the spirits of Casa Vega in this 22,000-square-foot haunted mansion. Freely roam about where you will find tarot readers, strange spectators, secret games, and more. Standard tickets start off at $59 and include 4 mini-cocktails with the price. This event is for ages 21+. The dress code encourages time period costumes, Halloween costumes, or elegant cocktail attire.
Photo via: Secret Seattle
Water Lantern Festival: October 8th
The Water Lantern Festival is a family-friendly event that everyone can enjoy. People of all ages and backgrounds come together to celebrate life. Watch as lanterns are launched and drift in the water, carrying peace, connection, and healing. Filled with fun, hope, and happiness, this event offers an experience that will be sure to be unforgettable. There will be food trucks, music, and the spectacular sight of lanterns lit up and floating across Green Lake. Adult tickets start at $25.99 and include one floating lantern kit, marker, drawstring bag, as well as a scavenger hunt giveaway entry.
Photo via: EverOut/Seattle
Bellingham Celtic Festival: October 13th - 16th
What’s better than being in Bellingham on a fall day, drinking a crisp beer and listening to Irish music? The Bellingham Celtic Festival (formerly the Bellingham Irish Festival) will be held Downtown Bellingham in mid-October and have a variety of musicians, workshops, and more! Have a foot-stomping good time as a fiddle player plays, or learn about Celtic history in a workshop. Check out the schedule here and buy tickets in advance. Kids are welcome at most events.
Photo via: Bellingham Celtic Festival
Seattle Restaurant Week: October 23rd - November 5th
Get ready to devour some delicious dishes during Seattle Restaurant Week. Dine out for a steal of a deal! Enjoy curated menus from local restaurants, food trucks, pop-ups, and more with prices ranging from $20 – $65, depending on the time of day and restaurant. Join in this unique experience and support our Seattle culinary community. This event not only highlights the craft but gives people the opportunity to try award-winning restaurants they are interested in, or revisit old favorites. Reservations are not required but are strongly recommended. Be sure to check out Seattle Restaurant Week participating venues on their website for a complete list of restaurants and further information!
Photo via: Seattle Restaurant Week
West Seattle Junction Harvest Fest: October 30th
With the West Seattle bridge finally open there is no better time to join the community in their annual West Seattle Junction Harvest Festival. The festival kicks off with a costume parade at 11 am, and the festivities continue until 5 pm. The streets will be closed down for a chili cook-off, live music, square dancing, trick or treating, a cornhole tournament, and more! Join in the fall fun, everyone is invited.
Photo via: West Seattle Blog
