Christmas Ship Festival - Argosy Cruises Pier 55 Suire 201, Seattle, WA 98101, Enjoy a beautiful cruise aboard a ship decked out for Christmas., 206-623-1445

International Gem & Jewelry Show Mercer Street at 3rd Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109, Seattle Center: Exhibition Hall and Northwest Room, Founded in 1967, in the Washington, D.C. area by Herbert A. Duke Sr., the renowned International Gem & Jewelry Show features exhibitors selling the highest quality loose gems, gold, silver, estate jewelry, beads, accessories and much more all at the best possible prices. The International Gem & Jewelry Show in Seattle begins on June 27 and ends on June 29, 2008., 301-294-1640

SIFF Cinema 321 Mercer Street at 3rd Avenue, McCall Hall, Seattle, WA 98109, Discover extraordinary films every day of the year., 206-633-7151

Seattle IMAX Dome Theater Theatre Pier 59, Waterfront Park, Seattle, WA 98101, Pike Place Market, Be surrounded by the images and sounds of incredible films in this 180-degree domed-screen IMAX theater. The 3,600 square foot screen, and seating that is limited to only 250, makes one feel closer to the action than other comparable theatres., 206-622-1868

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley Restaurant and Nightclub 2033 Sixth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121, Located in Downtown Seattle, Seattle's premier jazz club, Dimitriou's, features the living legends of jazz and blues with a state-of-the-art sound and light system. Enjoy a delicious meal while hearing delicious sounds! Ask about Senior Citizen and student discounts on specific nights., 206-441-9729

Jet City Improv 5510 University Way Northeast, Seattle, WA 98105, Seattle's premier improvisational comedy club, Jet City Improv. Shows every Thursday/Friday/Saturday at 8pm, Friday/Saturday at 10:30pm, and Saturday night at half past midnight., 206-781-3879

Chopstix 11 Roy Street , Seattle, WA, Located at the Base of Queen Anne Hill, A dueling piano bar and restaurant. "Two uniquely talented piano players take the stage behind two baby grand pianos to host what promises to be a memorable evening of music, comedy and entertainment.", 206-270-4444

Seattle Chamber Music Society 10 Harrison Street, Suite 306 , Seattle, WA 98109, Each year, Seattle Chamber Music Society (SCMS) treats audiences to internationally renowned musicians in innovative and exciting ensemble performances of traditional, contemporary and seldom-heard chamber music repertoire. , 206-283-8808

Pacific Northwest Ballet 301 Mercer Street, Seattle, WA 98109, This local professional ballet company offers many performances during the season and features a 45-minute ballet "preview" before each program describing the ballet to be performed., 206-441-9411

Seattle Symphony 200 University Street, Seattle, WA 98101, Benaroya Hall, Since 1903, the renowned Seattle Symphony has been offering symphony concerts and other forms of music to the Seattle area. , 206-215-4700, 866-833-4747

Century Ballroom 915 East Pine, 2nd Floor, Seattle, WA 98122, Featuring worldwide talent and one of the largest dance floors in Seattle (2,000 square feet), in addition to a full bar and popular restaurant. , 206-324-7263

Seattle Opera Performances at the Seattle Center, Founded in 1963, Seattle Opera is a leading American opera company. The company presents the classics of the European repertoire as well as new works of American opera. They perform five operas per year. , 206-389-7676 , 800-426-1619

Bumbershoot [Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008] 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, Seattle Center, "Bumbershoot is more than just great music. The annual, three-day sensory experience is a regular mecca for art fiends and pop culture gluttons.", 206-684-7200

INTIMAN Theatre 201 Mercer, Seattle, WA 98109, INTIMAN Theatre was founded with an emphasis on international dramatic literature, a focus that reflected the background of its founder and first artistic director, director and translator Margaret Booker. , 206-269-1901

ACT - A Comtemporary Theatre 700 Union Street, Seattle, WA 98101, Kreielsheimer Place in Downtown Seattle, Seattle's premier theatre for contemporary plays presents bold and innovative productions on four unique stages from April through November, the classic "A Christmas Carol" in December, and numerous smaller productions and workshops throughout the year., 206-292-7660

Fifth Avenue Theatre, The 1308 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101, Downtown, This non-profit, historic theatre produces and presents the best in musical theatre entertainment, and, in addition, offers free tours of the theater's extraordinarily restored and ornate Chinese interior., 206-625-1418

Paramount Theatre, The 911 Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98101, The Seattle Theatre Group (STG) is a non-profit performing arts organization dedicated to operating Seattle's historic Paramount & Moore Theatres, presenting diverse programming and maintaining extensive Education & Community Programs. , 206-467-5510

Seattle Repertory Theatre 155 Mercer Street, Seattle, WA 98109, Seattle Repertory Theatre was founded in 1963. It was awarded the 1990 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre. Seattle Rep produces a season of plays on two stages along with educational programs and new play workshops. , 206-443-2222

Teatro ZinZanni 222 Mercer Street, Seattle, WA 98109, Teatro ZinZanni is a big night out unlike any other, a three-hour whirlwind of cirque, comedy and cabaret all served up with a five-course feast designed by celebrated Northwest chef Tom Douglas. , 206-802-0015

Bungalow and Craftsman Fair [Saturday, Sep. 27, 2008] 1119 Eighth Avenue, Seattle, WA, Town Hall Seattle, Town Hall Seattle provides a warm and inviting setting for a show and sale of antiques and new work by some of the nation's leading designers and Craftspeople. , 206-652-4255

Tibet Fest 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, Seattle Center, Stories and legends are told through melodies and movements, symbolic masks and costumes. A bazaar features handmade items, prayer flags and more. , 206-684-7200

Ballard SeafoodFest [Saturday, Jul. 26, 2008] Located in the Ballard Area, Every year they close down the streets and roll out the fun. With entertainment for all ages, beer and wine gardens, seafood vendors, arts and crafts and unique contests, it is a great, old fashioned summer party.The festivities will take place on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Sidewalk Sale begins on Thursday., 206-784-9705

SEAFAIR [Wednesday, Jul. 30, 2008] Pier 90/91, A month-long, region-wide barbecue, that brings an entire community together in celebration. For 58 years Seafair has been about community events, parades, Miss Seafair, the Navy and Coast Guard, amateur athletics, airplanes and of course, boat racing. , 206-728-0123

BrasilFest [Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008] 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, Seattle Center, BrasilFest will offer continuous music, dance, workshops and performance that represent a broad repertoire of traditional and contemporary Brazilian expressions as well as traditional folkloric performers. Experience everything from Capoeira demonstrations and workshops for all ages (Brazilian martial arts), Samba workshops, children's activities, Brazilian instruments, arts & crafts, photo exhibits and films. , 206-684-7200

Korean Cultural Celebration [Saturday, Sep. 6, 2008] 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, Seattle Center, Ch'uSok or Harvest Festival Day: This one of the great national holidays of the year. Faithfully, families pay respects to their ancestors with wine, rice cakes, and newly harvested fruits and grains like chestnuts, jujubes, persimmons, apples, and Korean pears. The day is not complete without the half-moon shapes rice cakes called songpyon. The celebration takes place on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., 206-684-7200

Seattle Fiestas Patrias [Saturday, Sep. 13, 2008] 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, Seattle Center, Seattle Fiestas Patrias celebrates diversity and the Latino community in Western Washington. Enjoy Hispanic foods, dance, mariachi music, exhibits and children's activities. , 206-684-7200

Fremont Oktoberfest [Friday, Sep. 19, 2008] On Solstice Plaza in Central Fremont, The highlight of the Fremont Oktoberfest may be the Stranger Microbrew Garden with over 70 beers. Some of the features of the festival include the Texas Chainsaw Pumpkin Carving Contest, a kid's area with Root Beer Garden, the Brew HA HA 5K Run/Walk, craft & food vendors, and an entertainment stage., 206-632-3170

Festa Italiana Seattle [Saturday, Sep. 27, 2008] 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, Seattle Center, Festa Italiana is a series of events held the last week of September which culminates in a major Italian Festival at Seattle Center. Visit the beautiful Fisher Pavilion and the surrounding grounds and buildings at Seattle Center as they present the Taste of Italy, Friday, and the Annual Italian Festival., 206-684-7200

CroatiaFest [Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008] 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, Seattle Center, Celebrate the history and heritage of the Pacific Northwest Croatian American Community. CroatiaFest will present the art, music and customs of Croatia and Croatian Americans. , 206-684-7200

TurkFest [Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008] 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA, Seattle Center, Start with delicious, specially made Turkish coffee, indulge in some baklava, then take in a musical performance, a dance performance, or perhaps, some shadow puppet theatre. , 206-684-7200

Seattle Mariners Baseball Club PO Box 4100, Seattle, WA 98194, Safeco Field, The Mariners play at Safeco Field. Catch an exciting game of Major League Baseball., 206-622-HITS

Seattle Seahawks 800 Occidental Avenue South, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98134, Catch a professional football game during the Seahawks season, August through January., 206-381-7555

Seattle SuperSonics & Storm 1201 Thrid Avenue, Suite 1000, Seattle, WA 98101, The Seattle SuperSonics play from late October to April. The Seattle Storm play mid-May to August. , 206-281-5800

Seattle Sounders PO Box 80966, Seattle, WA 98108, Qwest Field, USL First Division action with the Seattle Sounders., 206-622-3415