Welcome back to our monthly events preview, where we highlight activities within a one-mile radius of Sound Transit stations.
October is packed with exciting events across the region, offering something for everyone—from music lovers and festival goers to thrill-seekers and food enthusiasts.
Check out these highlights for your October calendar!
Are we missing something? Let us know at lifestyle@soundtransit.org.
Music & Film Festivals
Oct. 2 – 6: Bellevue Jazz & Blues Music Series (Bellevue) Dive into soulful sounds at this lively music series featuring top jazz and blues performers.
Oct. 4 – 12: Seattle Latino Film Festival (Multiple Seattle locations) Celebrate Hispanic and Romance Language Cinema with screenings across the city.
Oct. 8 – 13: Tasveer South Asian Film Festival (Multiple Seattle locations) Explore diverse narratives of South Asian storytellers through films, workshops, and more.
Oct. 10 – 13: Tacoma Film Festival (Grand Cinema, Tacoma) Discover emerging filmmakers and independent films at this long-standing festival.
Oct. 10 – 13: Seattle Queer Film Festival (Three Dollar Bill Cinema, Seattle) A dynamic showcase of films that highlight queer narratives and identities.
Haunted Houses & Spooky Fun
Oct. 3 – Nov. 2: Frighthouse Station (Tacoma) Enter if you dare—this haunted house promises spine-tingling scares!
Oct. 4 – Nov. 2: Nile Nightmares (Mountlake Terrace) With haunted houses and terrifying activities, this is a must-visit for thrill-seekers.
Oct. 6: Halloween Pet Parade (Volunteer Park, Seattle) Dress up your furry friends for a spooky stroll in the park!
Oct. 25 – 26: Boo! Seattle (WaMu Theater, Seattle) Join this epic Halloween party featuring DJs, costumes, and surprises!
Oct. 31: Boo-Allup (Puyallup) All treats, no tricks! Enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly Halloween event with local businesses and the Puyallup community.
Fall Festivals & Seasonal Entertainment
Oct. 3 – 6: Tacoma Fall RV Show (Tacoma Dome) Get inspired for your next outdoor adventure with the latest RVs and camping gear.
Oct. 4 – 6: Northwest Chocolate Festival (Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue) Indulge in decadent chocolate treats and meet expert chocolatiers at this sweet festival.
Oct. 4 – 6: International Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival (Angel of the Winds Arena, Everett) A celebration of beautiful quilts, fiber arts, and creativity from around the world.
Oct. 4 – 6: Tacoma Greek Festival (Tacoma) Experience Greek culture, food, and music at this vibrant community event.
Oct. 4 – 6: Oktoberfest Northwest (Washington State Fair Events Center, Puyallup) Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of German food, beer, and music!
Oct. 5: Oktoberfest & Brat Trot (Burien) Run in the Brat Trot 5K, then enjoy Oktoberfest festivities from multiple breweries.
Oct. 5 – 6: Fall Conservatory Show (Volunteer Park Conservatory, Seattle) Admire the beauty of seasonal plants and blooms at this annual garden showcase.
Oct. 19: Puyallup Flat Track Motorcycle & Quad Racing (Washington State Fair Event Center, Puyallup) Watch thrilling motorcycle and quad racing on the flat track!
Oct. 19 – 20: Oddities & Curiosities Expo (Seattle Convention Center) Explore the bizarre and unusual at this one-of-a-kind expo featuring odd art, taxidermy, and curiosities.
Oct. 24 – 27: Tacoma Holiday Food & Gift Festival (Tacoma Dome) Get an early start on holiday shopping and savor delicious foods at this festive event.
Oct. 27 – Nov. 9: Seattle Restaurant Week (Multiple locations) Indulge in prix-fixe menus at some of Seattle’s top restaurants during this two-week culinary celebration.
Mark your calendars and make the most of these October events!