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From the Newsroom:

The ANA Pikachu Jet Flies Daily to SEA Airport

Feb 04, 2025

All Nippon Airways (ANA) has a "Pikachu Jet NH" aircraft that was designed with the Sky...

Large Party Luncheons at Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi

Jan 30, 2025

Unparalleled, premier dining experiences await at Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi: now with large...

Visit Bellevue Confirms 2025 Advisory Board

Jan 27, 2025

Visit Bellevue, the destination management organization (DMO) of The City of Bellevue, confirms...

Bellevue Chef Jun Takai Named James Beard Foundation's 2025 Best Chef Award Semifinalist

Jan 23, 2025

Bellevue's master sushi chef Jun Takai has been named a semifinalist in the 35th Anniversary of...

New Expanded BellHop Hours

Jan 14, 2025

BellHop, Bellevue's free all-electric, point-to-point, downtown transportation service,...

Upcoming Events

Art on the Avenue:

Avenue Bellevue Feb 16, 2025 - Mar 31, 2025

A collection of street-level pop-up contemporary art galleries at Avenue Bellevue. “Art on the...

Bellevue College Guitar Series: Shin-ichi Fukuda in Concert

Bellevue College Carlson Theatre, Building E Feb 16, 2025 - Mar 22, 2025

The Bellevue College Music Department and Guitar Program are honored to present Shin-ichi Fukuda....

Cirque du Soleil KOOZA at Marymoor Park

Marymoor Park Feb 16, 2025 - Mar 16, 2025

KOOZA by Cirque du Soleil combines world-class acrobatics and the art of clowning to explore themes...

Down Way

Theatre33 Feb 16, 2025 - Feb 23, 2025

"Down Way" by Oleg Bogaev is a dark comedy from the Modern cannon: At times it is deeply...

International Restaurants at Crossroads Bellevue

Feb 16, 2025

The Public Market International Restaurants at Crossroads Bellevue serve an amazing variety of...

Lunar New Year of the Snake Exhibition

Yuan Ru Art Center Bellevue Feb 16, 2025 - Mar 02, 2025

Save the date for our 2025 Lunar New Year group exhibition featuring 6 PNW artists. Opening...

Scent For You

Jo Malone London Feb 16, 2025

Explore the ingredients you love, and are yet to know, as our Stylists take you on a fragrance...

Signature Hand & Arm Massage

Jo Malone London Feb 16, 2025

Enjoy our signature ritual. Discover our palette of exquisite scents and learn about our Fragrance...

The Fly Fishing Show

Meydenbauer Center Feb 16, 2025

Mark your calendars for an extraordinary experience at the 2025 Fly Fishing Show, coming to...

The Real Twin Peaks Weekend

Snoqualmie Valley Feb 16, 2025 - Feb 25, 2025

Step into the mysterious world of ᴛʜᴇ ʀᴇᴀʟ ᴛᴡɪɴ ᴘᴇᴀᴋꜱ🦉 Secure your passage to the Real Twin Peaks...

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Bellevue Fact Sheet

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From the blog

Celebrating Black Influence and Black History Month Events

Feb 12, 2025

Wishing someone "Happy Black History Month" in February might have once been as offbeat as...

Bellevue After Dark: Live Music, Electric Venues & a Fun Night Out

Feb 10, 2025

Bellevue’s nightlife is entering a new era, infused with fresh energy, bold beats, and...

Bellevue: A City Painted in the Colors of Holi

Feb 07, 2025

Celebrating Bellevue's Diversity Bellevue is a city known for its vibrant diversity, a place...

Bellevue's Romantic Couples Spa Experiences Are Pure Bliss

Feb 06, 2025

If you're looking for serenity in 2025, Bellevue's got your back. Surrounded by blissful...

Visit the Emerald City Comic Con

Jan 31, 2025

The Emerald City, surrounded by abundant greenery, holds one of the largest conventions in the...

Bellevue Shopping Guide: From designer brands to unique boutiques

Jan 17, 2025

The Shopping Destination of the Pacific Northwest For some of the most gratifying shopping...

Visit the National Parks in the Pacific Northwest

Jan 16, 2025

National Parks around Washington The Pacific Northwest is a symphony of natural wonders....

New restaurants to try in 2025

Jan 12, 2025

2025 promises to be a year for foodies Bellevue's dining scene exploded in 2024, welcoming a...

Solo Travel Guide to Bellevue: Pacific Northwest Getaway

Dec 30, 2024

In the heart of the Pacific Northwest's Puget Sound, Bellevue's waterfront urban oasis is...

New Year’s Eve Parties: Best Events to Ring in 2025

Dec 27, 2024

Bellevue is bringing all the vibes this New Year's Eve, with events that mix chic elegance,...

Where to go for happy hour in Bellevue

Dec 01, 2024

When the clock strikes 2:00 p.m., Bellevue begins to transform into a vibrant happy hour destination...

Top 7 Family Friendly Holiday Activities in Bellevue

Nov 18, 2024

We call it the Season of Cheer because the holidays in Bellevue is a magical time of year. 'Tis...

Shop Local: Top Small Businesses For Holiday Shopping

Nov 12, 2024

Once the pressure of Thanksgiving dinner comes off, the sleeves go up and it's time to tackle...

Celebrate Thanksgiving in Bellevue: Events, Dinners & Things to Do

Nov 04, 2024

In Bellevue, Thanksgiving brings together a mix of traditional festivities and contemporary...

Where to get fresh hops in Bellevue during fresh hop season

Oct 30, 2024

Washington’s fresh hop season: A Must-Experience for Beer Lovers Washington State boasts a...

The Ultimate Pizza Guide to Bellevue

Oct 23, 2024

It's undeniable. Pizza has chokehold on American cuisine, often sparking heated debates over...

Top Places to Hangout in Bellevue: Open Mics, Fun Bars, and Community Socials

Oct 21, 2024

Beneath the skyscrapers, tucked in the various enclaves of Bellevue, the city is filled with vibrant...

Fall Flavors: Where To Get Seasonal Specialty Coffee and Pastries

Oct 16, 2024

If you’re ready to explore Bellevue’s coffee scene this fall season, we're ready...

Bites of Bellevue Food Tour: Savor Local Flavors & Gems

Sep 24, 2024

Bellevue’s culinary scene has just hit a new milestone with the introduction of its...

5 Reasons to Visit Bellevue This Fall

Sep 16, 2024

Here's an insider tip: Fall is actually one of the best seasons to visit the Pacific Northwest....

Top 5 Things To Do in Bellevue This October: Events

Sep 03, 2024

As October sweeps into Bellevue, the city transforms into a vibrant hub of exciting events and...

Top Chefs in Bellevue: Culinary Masters

Aug 09, 2024

Surrounded by bounty of the Puget Sound and the lush farmland just beyond the city limits, Bellevue...

Labor Day Weekend in Bellevue: Events, Activities, and Tips

Aug 01, 2024

Bellevue loves summer celebrations. Even though Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer,...

Bellevue's Farmer's Market, Produce Stands, and U-Pick Blueberries

Jul 30, 2024

Bellevue's farmer's markets, produce stands, and farm stands are some of the best places...

Tours from Bellevue: The Best Way to Explore The Pacific Northwest

Jul 28, 2024

The Pacific Northwest is a place of natural wonder, and Bellevue is the ideal basecamp city to...

You Can Zipline Through Bellevue's Forest

Jul 23, 2024

There's an old Maple and Douglas Fir forest in Bellevue, Washington, and you can zip line...

How to Prepare for Seafair Festival

Jul 22, 2024

The summer sun is here, the days are longer, and Seafair Weekend is celebrating its 75th...

The Public Art in Bellevue You Have To See

Jul 12, 2024

In Bellevue, Washington, art hangs on walls, dances in the parks, pops off of buildings, and creates...

Dog Friendly Bellevue

Jul 03, 2024

Traveling with your best friend to explore the Pacific Northwest? Stay in Bellevue, Washington for...

Summer on the Slopes at Crystal Mountain

Jun 25, 2024

When the summer sun spills over the Cascade Range, the peaks become a golden silhouette, unveiling...

Pickleball Takeover: Where to serve and smash in Bellevue

Jun 10, 2024

Pickleball has been having a moment as one of the fastest growing sports in America. As the official...

A Day Trip Exploring 'Twin Peaks' Filming Locations

May 22, 2024

A Twin Peaks Themed Day Trip in Washington Mark Frost and David Lynch's American mystery serial...

Mother's Day Trip Itineraries: The Best Hits

May 01, 2024

It's not easy being a mom. Whether you're mom to a toddler or adult, plant or puppy, folks...

Top 10 Souvenirs to Shop for in Bellevue, WA

Apr 26, 2024

When your photos at Ascend Prime & Steak just doesn't do the panoramic view justice, or...

Bellevue's Best Eats, Drinks, Shopping & Things To Do On The 2 Line Light Rail

Apr 19, 2024

Get ready to ride! Sound Transit's new 2 Line opens on April 27, 2024, with 8 new stations from...

Explore Bellevue's Old Main Street

Apr 15, 2024

Steps away from Meydenbauer Bay Park with stunning views of Lake Washington, is the Old Bellevue...

A Tour of Bellevue's Best Breakfast Heavy Hitters

Apr 03, 2024

Breakfast is different than brunch - it's earlier, sometimes much earlier. Here are the top...

The Best Mountain Biking Trails in Bellevue, Washington

Mar 22, 2024

Bellevue is Your Cycling and Mountain Biking Basecamp in Washington The Pacific Northwest is one of...

A Tour of History-Making Women Winemakers near Bellevue

Mar 08, 2024

Women's History Month In the words of Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter, "Who run the...

Omakase at Takai by Kashiba is an intimate sushi legacy

Mar 06, 2024

Last updated: Feb. 3, 2025 A Japanese Culinary Affair in Bellevue Japanese immigrants in the early...

The Best Weekend Getaways to Take in Bellevue This Spring

Mar 06, 2024

Springtime in Bellevue, Washington is officially in bloom There are wildflowers to explore and...

Guide to Visiting the Bellevue Botanical Gardens

Feb 12, 2024

Bellevue Botanical Gardens The Bellevue Botanical Gardens is your gateway to the mossy, forest-y,...

Visit the Magical Northwest Trolls

Feb 08, 2024

The Northwest Trolls around Washington The grandeur of the Pacific Northwest’s outdoors is...

Media Contact

Anna Yan Communications Manager | Visit Bellevue

Anna Yan, CTA

Communications Manager

With 9 years of communications and public relations experience, Anna manages owned and earned content to inspire overnight stays in the city of Bellevue. After learning her chops in the depths of Hollywood's entertainment scene, she found her calling working with destinations. Contact for: pr, media, owned content, and collaborations.