Pike Place Market Blog
7 Ways to Get to Pike Place Market Using Public Transit
By road, tracks, or water, Pike Place Market is reachable by any public transport means in the greater King County area and beyond. Read on for our guide to explore all of Seattle’s public transit options!
Read MoreBest Patios for Outdoor Dining at Pike Place Market
Find some of the best Seattle restaurants with outdoor dining in our treasured historic district. Read on for our guide to the best patios at Pike Place Market!
Read More10 Shops to Pack for Your Picnic at Pike Place Market!
Grab a friend and head to Pike Place Market to make a day of it! Shop from the freshest local sources for accouterments to pack for your picnic.
Read MoreCelebrate the Wonders on Western Avenue
From beautiful art and gourmet treats to plants, hats, and more, the shops of Western Ave are a sequestered peaceful stretch in Pike Place Market.
Read More10 Ways to Celebrate Pride with Pike Place Market
Happy Pride! Whether you’re interested in shopping or entertainment, Pike Place Market has a range of ways to show your support for the LGBTQIA+ community this month.
Read More7 Gift Ideas to Celebrate Father’s Day
On the hunt for last-minute gifts for dad this Father’s Day? Don’t stress, we’ve got you covered! Shop the best locally sourced goods, handmade items, experiences, or let dad decide with a gift card.
Read MorePreserving Our Famous Sign
Our iconic Public Market Center Clock & Sign is undergoing a restoration project. Learn more about this historic moment and the team helping to preserve the Market.
Read MorePike Place Market Now Offering a Market Gift Card
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a Market-wide gift card! Take part in this brand new, easy opportunity to support local businesses and share the gift of the Market.
Read More8 Blooms to Look for on our Farm Tables this Spring!
See which flowers are on our farm tables right now! From tulips in every variety, peonies, iris, daffodils, pussy willows and more! All blooms are grown within 100-miles of the Market.
Read MoreMarket Businesses are Hiring!
Join the Pike Place Market community and work at one of the most vibrant and fun places in downtown Seattle! Our small businesses are looking for hardworking, dedicated, and cheerful people to join their teams.
Read More7 Must-Do Things in Seattle this Spring
The weather is finally getting warmer (hopefully) and it’s time to seize the opportunity to get out and welcome a new season in Seattle! Read our blog to explore the Market and learn about our seven must-do spring activities!
Read More15 Things to Do with Mom for Mother’s Day
Whether Mom enjoys shopping, sharing a nice meal, or receiving a fresh bouquet of flowers, Pike Place Market has you covered this Mother’s Day! Read on for our guide to making this holiday a special Market Day.
Read More12 Eco-Friendly Market Businesses to Shop on Earth Day
All around our Crafts Market, discover eco-conscious businesses offering uniquely renewed goods. Read on for our picks on quality housewares, apparel, accessories, musical instruments, and more!
Read MorePartnering with Bloodworks NW for the Savor Life, Save a Life Campaign
We’re excited to announce a one-of-a-kind Market giveaway worth over $1,500! Learn how you can win!
Read More3 Market Trips to Get You Excited for Spring
Get some fresh air and stretch your legs at Pike Place Market! Spring is an extra special time of year at the Market.
Read MoreCelebrating 65 Years of Manzo Brothers Produce
Owner Mario “Mark” Manzo is retiring after working at the produce stand for nearly 60 years.
Read MoreNew Restaurant Brings Authentic Moroccan Dining to Pike Place Market
Overlooking the sunset views above Western Avenue, SHAMA is a unique, fine-dining Moroccan restaurant that brings a taste of home by owner Hamid Majdi.
Read More7 Market Stops for Your Next Coffee Meeting!
Calling all downtown professionals! Pike Place Market is the perfect destination for your next meeting with clients or colleagues.
Read MoreShip Mom a Mother’s Day Pike Box!
This one-time box of goodies supports Washington farmers and artisanal producers and connects our community in a direct farm-to-consumer trade.
Read MoreExperience the Market After Dark!
Experience Pike Place Market’s hottest spots outside of the bustling tourist hours; this is the Market after dark!
Read MoreCelebrating Sol Amon Day
Join us as we pay tribute to the late Solomon “Solly” Amon. Sol was the oldest business owner in Pike Place Market history, retiring a few years ago at the age of 91. Read how the Market is remembering this remarkable man.
Read MoreCelebrating our Women Owned and Operated Market Businesses
We’re celebrating Women’s History Month this March by highlighting the more than 200 amazing women-run businesses in Pike Place Market. Learn more!
Read More40 Lunch Spots at Pike Place Market
For a quick bite on the move or a comfortable sit-down experience, take a moment and rejuvenate at any of these Pike Place Market eateries open for lunch.
Read MoreHot Air Balloon Tours
We have food tours and ghost tours, but for the very first time, we are proud to announce aerial balloon tours of Pike Place Market!
Read More24 Breakfast Spots at Pike Place Market
Whether you prefer a coffee on the go or a full sit-down meal, Pike Place Market has a destination for every breakfast eater.
Read MoreIntroducing the New Pike Place Market Website
This website boasts a robust visual Market Directory, a new Market Day planner, and it’s designed to be used before your visit and while you’re here! Read on to learn about everything our new website can do for you!
Read MoreWhere to Shop Black-Owned Businesses in Pike Place Market
February is Black History Month! As we celebrate and uplift the history of Black Americans, we invite you to explore the Black-owned businesses that call Pike Place Market home.
Read MoreRemembering Market Busker Jeanne Towne
She was a “rainbow of light.” Today, we remember and pay tribute to a longtime resident soloist and activist, Jeanne Towne.
Read MoreNourishing our Community through the Pike Market Food Bank
Over 1,000 people visit the Pike Market Food Bank each week for essential food and nutrients to stock their pantries and refrigerators.
Read MoreGift Love this Valentine’s Day at Pike Place Market!
What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend than at your Pike Place Market? Romantic gifts, meals, views and of course flowers! We’ve listed all the ways you can make this Valentine’s Day special.
Read MoreUnique Holidays to Keep the Spirit Alive at Pike Place Market
We’re bringing you all the fun holidays you’ve never heard of and worthy of celebrating at Pike Place Market small businesses this January. Read on for a week-by-week lineup to kick off 2022 strong!
Read MoreA Year in Photos: Our Most Popular Instagram Photos from 2021
A year in review! Look back at 2021 with Pike Place Market! Click to view our most popular Instagram photos from the past year.
Read MoreA Tribute to Those We Lost in 2021
Before we close out this year, we want to celebrate the lives of several beloved community members: Betty Halfon, Sol Amon, Jerry Antush, Terry Graves, and Dr. Esteban Ryciak.
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