Springtime in the Pacific Northwest is so pretty. It's always fresh and evergreen here, and as the climate warms up a bit for Spring, it makes for the perfect conditions for beautiful blankets of blooms. The cherry blossoms around Bellevue make everything feel more whimsical, and about an hour and a…
Warmer weather this winter calls for an early blanket of pink hues in the Pacific Northwest. This is not a drill. The cherry blossoms are already out! Bellevue gets pretty excited when the Spring air rolls around, blanketing our region with stunning floral displays and lush Pacific Northwest…
Celebrating Bellevue's Diversity Bellevue is a city known for its vibrant diversity, a place where people from all walks of life come together. Across Lake Washington from Seattle, our area undoubtedly has a stronghold of great Indian restaurants and incredible South Asian culture. The city's…
Lunar New Year ushers in the Year of the Horse on February 17, 2026, marking the first new moon of the lunar calendar. During this time of year, Bellevue offers visitors and locals vibrant celebrations and meaningful ways to celebrate the Year of the Horse. Whether you’re looking for cultural…
Love in the air and Cupid must be up to his antics again. There are hearts on windows and menus all across town, and we're getting tagged in a lot of Valentine's Day posts on social media -- all reminding you to plan ahead and make your reservations for this special night out. For Valentine's…
The seismometers installed at Lumen Field detected that the Seahawks vs.49ers game in the NFC playoffs rocked the stadium at a 3.2 magnitude earthquake. Dubbed as the "Loudest Fans in the League," the Seahawks fans wore the number 12 proudly and turned up the volume on the NFC West Championship game…
The way Cirque du Soleil performers move across the stage induces dopamine in the form of awe and wonder. The costumes, stage design, and music all create an illusion that pulls the audience into each meticulously intricate movement. This year, ECHO will take the stage under the Big Top at Marymoor…
What is Snowflake Lane? The first Snowflake Lane parade took to the streets of Bellevue in 2005, and it was meant to be a small, festive event that would bring a touch of holiday cheer to the downtown area. Fast forward 21 years, and it’s the Pacific Northwest’s premier holiday event, featuring…
In Bellevue, Thanksgiving brings together a mix of traditional festivities and contemporary experiences, all set against a backdrop of vibrant autumn scenery. This year, the holiday falls on Thursday, November 27, 2025 and the long, festive weekend is filled with hues of orange, smells of pie…
The Pacific Northwest is knee deep in autumn now. The Bellevue air smells faintly of rain and roasted coffee, the trees are a fiery gold, and the city's kitchens are cooking up dishes that define comfort. With steaming bowls of noodles, simmering broths, and saucy pastas, the global flavors from…
