November is here and Bellevue is dazzling with a variety of exciting fall adventures. Whether you're solo traveling or meeting up with friends and family, here are some great autumnal activities to try and November events to attend. The holidays are coming, and Bellevue is going full send on festive…
Soon, the leaves will turn color, the air crisp, and the sweets pumpkin spiced. (This just in - the sweets are already pumpkin spiced.) There are plenty of family-friendly activities involving costumed kids, pumpkin art, and maybe a couple of farm animals. With Halloween landing on a Friday this…
If you're visiting Bellevue in October, you might be lucky enough to experience celebrations of Diwali throughout the city. Also known as the Festival of Lights, Diwali is one of India's biggest celebrations, symbolizing light's triumph over darkness and new beginnings. Gandhi Jayanti At 9:00 a.m…
Fall is officially in full swing, complete with crisp autumn air, picturesque fall foliage, and cozy event-filled nights. Pumpkin spice and pumpkin pie make their annual appearance in specialty coffees, sweet pastries, and darling decor. Because daylight shrinks and rain teasedly returns, October…
Perfect if you've got little ones, and equally perfect for a cute date, pumpkin patches and corn mazes are the cornerstone of a classic American fall. It leads the way into spooky season, and the apple ciders, pumpkin pie, and kettle corn along the way make the perfect lead in. Here's what's…
Bellevue Berry Week is July 16-23,2025 By the time mid-July rolls around, most of the Pacific Northwest has gone feral for summer fruit. Farmer's Markets erupt in an explosion of berries, and my inbox gets alerts for U-Pick season at the local blueberry farms. And now, Bellevue is joining the party…
Why Do We Celebrate St. Patrick's Day? In the 5th century, the patron saint of Ireland St. Patrick's role was to spread Christianity and convert the Irish people, who mainly followed Celtic pagan traditions. He died on March 17 sometime around 461 AD, and left us the tradition to celebrate this date…
Are you looking to Ring in 2026? See the most recent guide on New Year's Eve Celebrations (Last updated Dec. 30, 2025) Bellevue is bringing all the vibes this New Year's Eve, with events that mix chic elegance, excitement, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re looking for glamour, energy, or…
In the beginning, there was light … and a committee. In 1994, the staff and volunteers of the Bellevue Botanical Garden came up with the idea for a monthlong festival that included workshops, musical performances, gingerbread-house building, and the cornerstone of the festival: a botanical light…
We call it the Season of Cheer because the holidays in Bellevue is a magical time of year. 'Tis truly the season where Bellevue transforms into the premiere winter wonderland of the Pacific Northwest - dripping in dazzling holiday lighting displays and full of family-friendly activities to enjoy…
