Where to Go This Weekend
in Seattle?

Top 5 Events | May 1-3

① May the Fourth at The Museum of Flight

📅 May 2 & May 4, 2026
📍 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle, WA

The Museum of Flight concentrates its largest interactive programming on May 2 and May 4. This is one of the biggest Star Wars–themed celebrations in the Seattle area, featuring professional “501st Legion” cosplayers, lightsaber demonstrations, robot interactions, and rare screen-accurate prop displays available only during the event. 🚀✨

Guests in full costume often receive special perks or admission incentives, making it an immersive fan experience for all ages. Perfect for families, collectors, and sci-fi enthusiasts alike. 🎭🌌

💵 Tickets: $21-$29(children under ages 4 are free)

② Cinco de Mayo Celebration

📅 May 2, 2026
📍 1660 S Roberto Maestas Festival St, Seattle, WA

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Plaza Roberto Maestas with a vibrant community festival featuring authentic Mexican cuisine for purchase, live music performances (until 5 p.m.), children’s activities, and a local artisan craft fair. Hosted by El Centro de la Raza, this annual gathering highlights cultural pride and neighborhood connection in South Seattle. 🎶🌮

Families can enjoy folklórico dance performances, youth programming, and community resource booths in a welcoming outdoor setting on Beacon Hill. It’s an energetic yet family-friendly way to experience Mexican heritage through music, food, and art. 💃🎨

💵 Tickets: FREE

③ Free Comic Book Day

📅 May 2, 2026
📍 1501 Pike Pl #401, Seattle, WA

This global one-day celebration gives fans access to exclusive, limited-edition comic book releases distributed free of charge at participating retailers. Many stores also host artist signings, live sketch sessions, and pop-culture themed events. 📚🦸‍♂️

In Seattle, expect vibrant activity around Pike Place Market and independent comic shops across the city, making it a must-attend for collectors and pop culture enthusiasts. ✍️🎉

💵 Tickets: FREE

④ Rowing Races – Windermere Cup

📅 May 2, 2026
📍 1301 NE Boat St, Seattle, WA

Cheer on elite collegiate and international crew teams as they race through the Montlake Cut during the Windermere Cup. The action unfolds along the Lake Washington Ship Canal, drawing thousands of spectators to the shoreline for one of Seattle’s most iconic spring sporting traditions. 🚣‍♂️🌊

For the best vantage point, take Link Light Rail to University of Washington Station and walk to the waterfront trail. Prime viewing areas include Montlake Cut and the Lake Washington Ship Canal Waterside Trail. 🎉📸

💵 Tickets: FREE

⑤ Japanese Children’s Day

📅 May 3, 2026
📍1414 S Weller St, Seattle, WA

Celebrate Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day Festival) with a full afternoon of cultural programming, including martial arts demonstrations, taiko drumming performances, traditional tea ceremony showcases, and authentic Japanese street food vendors. Hosted at the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington, this annual event highlights heritage, youth empowerment, and intergenerational traditions. 🥁🍡

Families can explore hands-on activities, cultural exhibits, and performances designed to engage children while honoring Japanese customs and history. 🎎🎌

💵 Tickets: FREE