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Kicking off 2025

January preview: Take transit to these exciting events

Are you a train enthusiast? Gamer? Music lover? This list has something for you.

People play musical instruments in a symphony

Win two tickets to Beethoven Untuxed

Poulenc won early notoriety with ballet music that skewered traditional gender roles — in this case, a 1920’s house party wh… Read more
Three people hold hands while ice skating at an outdoor rink in Bellevue

Glide around the Sound with these transit accessible ice skating spots

Our region, with its crisp winter air and picturesque surroundings, offers many ice skating opportunities for enthusiasts of… Read more
A promotional image for Handel Messiah at Seattle Symphony

Win two tickets to Seattle Symphony's Handel Messiah

This giveaway has ended. You can sign up for LifeSTyle to be entered into future giveaways.A triumph of music and text, Hand… Read more
Santa stands on a Sounder platform talking to people, with a train in the background

December events preview: Celebrate the season all around the Sound

Welcome back to our monthly events preview, where we highlight events and activities within a one-mile radius of Sound Trans… Read more
The first car of a Link light rail train in at grade section of track in Bellevue

Take transit to the theater: Where to catch a movie near light rail stations

When you only have one short day in the Emerald City, you need to get where you're going quickly. But who needs a broom… Read more
A person walks along Lake Washington on a trail in Seward Park. A large tree is to their right

Five Seattle trail running routes (or urban hikes!) from 1 Line stations

For many people in the Puget Sound region, the weekend means it’s time to hit the trails: exploring, adventuring, and baskin… Read more

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reel icon 2024 has been a year of unprecedented growth, connecting more people to more places and more opportunities than ever before—and we’re just getting started! Head to the link in our bio to explore the highlights in our Winter Progress Report. Video description: Photos and clips of Sound Transit passengers, staff, vehicles and projects. The text on screen describes the transit expansion effort and Sound Transit's role in our communities, culminating with "It's not just about transit, it's about transformation. It's about making this region a better place for all." #SoundTransit #PublicTransit #YearInReview #2024Recap
reel icon New year, new career? 🚆🔨 Be part of the team building Sound Transit’s 252-mile system. Our region needs diverse, dedicated and skilled workers to bring this vision to life. Learn how to start working in the trades at the link in our bio 🔗 One path is through pre-apprenticeship programs like PACT, which helped set Wesley up for a full apprenticeship with Western States Carpenters Union Local 206. In November he graduated to journeyman status. "They opened a bunch of doors for me to help me get in where I needed to be, and it really changed my life.” 📸 courtesy Wesley Holmes #SoundTransit #PoweringProgress #Construction #Jobs
reel icon 🚉 Three down, three to go! We’re halfway through the biggest consecutive stretch of light rail expansion in Sound Transit history. Here's what we've accomplished so far: ✨ Fall 2023: Tacoma’s T Line doubled ✨ Spring 2024: The 2 Line opened on the Eastside ✨ Fall 2024: Lynnwood Link Extension brought 1 Line service to Snohomish County What’s next? Over the next two years, we’ll open three more extensions—plus a new station in North Seattle! Get the latest updates on these projects and timelines at the link in our bio. #SoundTransit #Construction #PoweringProgress
reel icon Bundle up, grab your ORCA card and explore some places to ice skate around the Sound, all conveniently accessible by public transit! ⛸️🧣 Check out the Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink and Kraken Community Iceplex, plus the free Wintry Weekend rink at Pioneer Square (open only Dec. 13-15)! ☃️ @bellevuedowntown @krakeniceplex @downtownseattle @pioneersquare FOUR more ice skating options around the Sound are on our LifeSTyle blog at the 🔗 in our bio. Also, sign up for LifeSTyle emails to be entered in to win all of our fun LifeSTyle giveaways (concert tickets, events tickets, gift cards, etc.)! 🎟️📥🚇 Happy skating! ⛸️
reel icon Lately, we've seen a significant uptick in unplanned outages on both the 1 and 2 Lines. Find out what we’ve learned so far about the causes behind recent service disruptions, what we’re still working to understand, and what comes next at the link in our bio.
reel icon We want to hear from you! Your feedback on cleanliness, safety, dependability, and more will help us enhance your Sound Transit experience. The passenger experience survey is open now through December 20. Participate for a chance to win gift cards worth up to $250! 🎁✨ Find the link in our bio to take the survey and share your thoughts. Your insights matter!
reel icon Anyone else have the Wicked soundtrack on repeat… or is it just us??
reel icon Music to travel by… Listen to an iconic album in a historic Seattle neighborhood. 🔗 in bio for more Pioneer Square spots to check out! And what better day to explore than during the First Thursday Art Walk - the longest running art walk in the nation? What are your favorite tracks? And where should we go next? Video description: clips of places in the Pioneer Square neighborhood, including Smith Tower, Central Saloon, Occidental Square and the light rail station. #Seattle #Art #Music #Grunge #Transit #Nirvana
reel icon Change your remote work scenery - PART 2! Check out these three remote workspaces located less than a mile from the 1 Line Link stations! 🧑🏼‍💻🚊   🏒Kraken Community Iceplex near Northgate Station - for those who seek a unique space with activity. You can “chill” in the mezzanine, open your laptop and get your work done while enjoying the sights of skaters or the Seattle Kraken team practicing on the rink. Feeling adventurous? Rent some skates during public skate hours and take a break!  @krakeniceplex 📚Seattle Central Library near Symphony Station- an outstanding remote work destination. With free Wi-Fi, tons of workspaces, and stunning city views, it’s perfect for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a quiet nook or the lively buzz of the reading room, you’ll find your spot here! Plus, it’s open to the public at no cost.   @seattlepubliclibrary 🤝Hing Hay Coworks near International District/Chinatown Station - a vibrant and culturally rich spot that blends coworking with community! It’s great for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and small teams. Check out their website for membership options and pricing that suits your needs.  @hhcoworks Want more details on these fantastic remote workspaces? Head over to our LifeSTyle blog post at the 🔗 in our bio!
❗️UPDATE AS OF WEDNESDAY, DEC. 5TH❗️ Repairs for the overhead catenary system (OCS) on the northbound tracks near the UW station were scheduled for Dec. 7-8, along with a 1 Line service disruption. The disruption has been POSTPONED and the planned work will be completed at a later date. Trains will operate on their regular schedule this weekend.
reel icon Calling all Sound Transit riders! 📢 Share your experience with us in our annual Passenger Experience Survey! Your feedback on cleanliness, safety, and more will help us improve your rides. 🚍✨  The survey is open now through December 20. 🎉 Prizes: Enter to win gift cards worth up to $250 just for participating! 🤩💰 Your voice matters—link in bio to take the survey!
If you find yourself on a crowded train or platform, we have a few tips that will make the ride better for everyone. Link in bio for more.