Happy Friday, my Do206ers! The FIFA World Cup has officially taken over Seattle! The first match in the city is on Monday, and there is soooo much going on. The energy around the city is electric right now, with fan zones popping up, patios filling up, and people making plans everywhere. It feels like Seattle is gearing up for one giant summer celebration, and I’m here for it. ✨

And while we're talking about events people are already circling on their calendars...

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• Locals, along with soccer fans from around the globe, will gather at Pike Place Market on 6/18 for the Welcoming the World Night Market, a free celebration of the culture and diversity that make Seattle special. Explore 60+ local makers, food vendors, live music, and more throughout the evening!

• Food, live music, comedy, beer & cider tastings, and summer fun all come together at The Taste NW, 6/26 to 6/28 at the Washington State Fair Event Center. Plus, the festival is free to attend!*

• If your ideal concert involves funk riffs, improvisation, and losing track of time, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong has you covered. The high-energy quartet brings its colorful live show to The Showbox on 10/23 with support from Sqwerv.

• Tickets are on sale now for Kacey Musgraves' Middle of Nowhere Tour at Climate Pledge Arena on 10/26 and 10/27. The Grammy-winning songwriter has a gift for pairing sharp observations with gorgeous melodies, turning heartbreak, growth, and wanderlust into songs that stick around for years.*

• See waaaaay more events here!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FIFA WORLD CUP IN SEATTLE ⚽️

The World Cup is coming to Seattle, and the city is ready to make a month-long party out of it. Whether you're looking for the best watch parties, official fan festivals, match-day tips, merch, or ways to get around town, this guide has everything you need to make the most of soccer's biggest event!

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• Paseo is turning match days into a party, showing multiple World Cup games on TVs and a projector throughout the restaurant. Even better, they're pouring $2 shots every time a goal is scored, so things could get interesting fast!

• Life on Mars in Capitol Hill is doing food and drink specials during game days based on the countries that are playing! Head in tomorrow for Brazilian food specials and 25% off scotch!

• Sea-Tac Airport has completed a major expansion of Concourse C, adding new dining, retail, and public spaces, just in time to welcome World Cup travelers!

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