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Introducing the new Press Arcade! Pike Place Market Marketing & Public Relations team, each year, assists more than 1,000 print, broadcast and web-based media organizations with stories pertaining to Seattle’s one and only Pike Place Market. Use this page as a resource for Market story suggestions, find out what is new at the Market, fact checking services, photography and video for editorial use, coordination of media interviews with Market businesses and representatives.
This page is updated in real-time to give you the first scoop about what is happening at Pike Place Market.
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16th Annual Flower Festival at Pike Place Market
Flower Festival blooms again at Pike Place Market, Just in time for Mother's Day weekend! Discover stunning seasonal bouquets, exclusive shopping deals, and lively music performances.
Read MorePike Place Market Blooms for the 27th Annual Daffodil Day
Welcome the arrival of spring! Join Pike Place Market for a delightful celebration on the first day of spring. Enjoy the beauty of the season with FREE daffodils, exciting PIKE BOX giveaways, and capture the moment with commemorative photos. Don't miss this special lunchtime event!
Read MoreThis Valentine’s Day, Discover Seasonal Bouquets, Artisanal Food and One-Of-A-Kind Shopping at Pike Place Market
Make sure a visit to Pike Place Market is on your list this Valentine’s Day. Enjoy an abundance of flower farmers, artisanal food vendors and 9-acres of shopping for your special someone.
Read MoreFebruary is Local Love Month at Pike Place Market
February is Local Love Month at Pike Place Market. Tune in for weekly chances to win, local personality quizzes and Market trivia.
Read MorePike Place Market Celebrates the 2nd Annual Local Appreciation Day
Visit Pike Place Market on January 27 for a special local celebration as a kick-off to Local Celebration Month in February.
Read MoreThe Holidays Are Just Getting Started at Pike Place Market
Pike Place Market invites locals and visitors alike to partake in a month-long celebration of holiday joy, community spirit, and seasonal shopping. Check out the exciting events and activities lined up for the remainder of the season.
Read MoreUnleash the Holiday Spirit at the 38th Annual Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition
Get ready to sing, cheer, and celebrate the holiday season in the heart of Seattle as The Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank proudly presents the 38th Annual Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition. This cherished holiday tradition promises an evening of festive fun on the cobblestones of Pike Place Market.
Read MorePike Place Market Presents the 28th Annual Magic in the Market
The 28th Annual Magic in the Market at Pike Place Market is back, and it's bigger and better than ever. Join us for a day filled with holiday magic.
Read MoreElevate Your Thanksgiving with the Pike Place Market Fall Harvest PIKE BOX
As the holiday season approaches, Pike Place Market is pleased to introduce the Pike Place Market Fall Harvest PIKE BOX. This seasonal offering is set to transform Thanksgiving feasts by providing a carefully curated selection of locally sourced, fresh produce, organic meat, honey, pie crusts and more.
Read MorePike Place Market Releases Holiday Gift Guide Sneak Peek
This November Pike Place Market will be launching our interactive Holiday Gift Guide, but we just couldn’t wait to share some of our seasonal favorites with you. If you’re eager to kickstart your holiday shopping, look no further than Pike Place Market.
Read MorePike Place Market Celebrates 116 Years with 16 Days of Giveaways
To celebrate its 116th Birthday Pike Place Market is launching a special grand Birthday Giveaway. Starting August 17 and lasting through September 1, Pike Place Market will host a 16-day Birthday Giveaway extravaganza. The Market has handpicked a treasure trove of gifts that embody the spirit of the community, showcasing the best of what the Market has to offer. Each day a lucky person has a chance to win one of these bundles!
Read MorePike Place Market Express Farmers Markets are Rejuvenating Downtown Seattle
Pike Place Market's Express Markets are back, ready to rejuvenate downtown Seattle while offering a convenient option for workday lunches and sourcing the freshest ingredients from local farmers. Our Express Farmers Markets activations are in partnership with three prominent locations: City Hall, First Hill, and South Lake Union. These markets bring the vibrant atmosphere and diverse offerings of Pike Place Market directly to these areas, creating a buzz of activity and fostering a strong sense of community.
Read MorePike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Pike Place Market is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority (PDA) with a special Market-wide event on June 3. The PDA has been the proud owner and manager of this historic 9-acre Market for five decades. On this day, Market shoppers and visitors of all ages can join us for a special day of fun-filled activities with engaging kids' crafts, live music performances, special shopping offers, and chances to win fabulous Market prizes.
Read MorePike Place Market Celebrates the 15th Annual Flower Festival during Mother’s Day Weekend
Pike Place Market celebrates its 15th annual Flower Festival, taking place during Mother's Day weekend from Saturday, May 13 through Sunday, May 14. The festival celebrates the beauty of spring with a vibrant display of flowers and plants, as well as live music, food, and special shopping offers.
Read MorePike Place Market Celebrates the First Day of Spring with Free Daffodils
Celebrate the first day of spring at Pike Place Market during the 26th Annual Daffodil Day! There’s no better symbol to welcome the arrival of spring than yellow, white, and orange daffodils. On Monday, March 20, head to Pike Place Market to pick up two free fragrant daffodils, while supplies last.
Read MorePike Place Market Honors our 250+ Women-Owned Businesses
To celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, Pike Place Market is honoring all the incredible female entrepreneurs that call the Market home. With over 250 women-owned businesses, there is a lot to celebrate. From James Beard Award-Wining Chefs to world-renowned artists, generations of farmers, and first-time business owners, this brilliant group has been instrumental to the Market’s success for over 100 years.
Read MorePike Place Market Celebrates Black-Owned Businesses
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. This remarkable group has been an integral part of the Pike Place Market community for many years, making major contributions to its vibrant and thriving atmosphere. From artisanal food makers to local craftspeople, these entrepreneurs bring a unique blend of passion, creativity, and expertise to the Market.
Read MorePike Place Market Kicks Off Local Celebration Month with the Energize Your WorkWeek Contest
For Local Celebration Month, Pike Place Market invites Washington residents to participate in the Energize Your WorkWeek Contest. With four weeks in February, participants have four chances to win. Locals who visit Pike Place Market throughout the month and capture how they EAT, SHOP, MEET and REJUVENATE at the Market have a chance to win monthly prizes and be entered to win the ultimate grand prize.
Read More37th Annual Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition Comes to Pike Place Market
The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition is coming home to the Market this Friday. For the first time ever, this annual fundraiser that supports the Pike Market Senior Center and Food Bank will be held at Pike Place Market. This will be an unforgettable night complete with holiday shopping, incredible choirs and festive competition.
Read MorePike Place Market Announces Lineup of Holiday Events to Wrap Up the Year
Celebrate the holidays with the Market, starting with Magic in the Market on Small Business Saturday. Followed by Pike Market Senior Center’s Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition and free Santa photo days.
Read MorePike Place Market Hosts Annual Glass Artist Showcase Event for Refract
Pike Place Market celebrates its local glass artists in the Market community as part of the city-wide Refract Festival with a special offer. This event will feature an array of works by skilled glassblowers, flame workers, fused glass artists and more. Pick up an event map with bios on each of the artists to learn about their craft while exploring the world-famous Public Market. Shoppers who purchase a glass product from participating vendors will receive a special glass keepsake to take home while supplies last!
Read MoreCelebrate Fall at Pike Place Market’s Harvest Festival
Enjoy a fun-filled day for the whole family, and our 21+ shoppers have the opportunity to purchase a tasting ticket with five participating Market businesses. Visitors will get to enjoy giant pumpkin carving, live music, free Market history tours, artist demos and more! In addition to celebrating the changing seasons, our Market Foundation is also celebrating its 40th birthday and will be bringing back Pigs on Parade for this special event.
Read More37th Annual Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition Comes to Pike Place Market
The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition is coming home to Pike Place Market. This is a can’t-miss inaugural event for the whole family. In addition to the incredible sounds of the holiday carolers, visitors will have the unique opportunity to experience the special holiday shopping, seasonal drinks, treats and flat-out FUN of the Market after dark!
Read MorePike Place Market Launches Plan Your Market Day Contest
Pike Place Market has launched a new ‘Plan Your Market Day’ contest with participants getting the chance to win up to $500. Participants select their favorite places to shop, eat or somewhere new to try. Then submit itinerary for a chance to win Market gifts cards, and have their Day featured on our website.
Read MorePike Place Market Launches Interactive Market Map
Explore Pike Place Market in a whole new way with our NEW interactive Market Map! This map gives you point-to-point directions offering a pathway to your destination throughout each level of the 9-acre Market.
Read MoreWelcome to Summer at Pike Place Market
Pike Place Market is thrilled to announce a series of new and returning activities for visitors arriving this month as we gear up to inaugurate another beautiful Seattle summer. Our Market community looks forward to welcoming locals and tourists alike for these exciting upcoming events.
Read MorePike Place Market Makes Mother’s Day Shopping Even Easier
Pike Place Market is excited to announce the launch of the official Pike Place Market gift card, a community-based digital gift card that makes it fun and easy to shop local and support small businesses. The Pike Place Market gift card works only at Market businesses and can be used at any participating business.
Read MoreCelebrate Mother’s Day with Pike Place Market!
Pike Place Market is kicking off Mother’s Day with a special event at the Market. On May 7, bring Mom to Pike Place Market for a fun-filled pre-day celebration. All 9-acres will play host to an unforgettable afternoon. Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, a scavenger hunt, temporary mom tattoos and more.
Read MoreRing in Spring with Pike Place Market
Sunday, March 20th, Pike Place Market celebrates its 25th annual Daffodil Day. This is a day to celebrate the first day of spring and the Market’s world-renowned flower farmers. Starting at 10am, anyone who stops by the flower tent under the Clock & Sign will receive a free bundle of daffodils while supplies last.
Read MorePike Place Market Celebrates its Women-Run Business Community
Pike Place Market has a remarkable community of 200+ successful women-run enterprises that make up Pike Place Market’s commercial shops, crafters and farmers.
Read MorePike Place Market Announces Annual Love in the Market Celebration
Pike Place Market Announces Annual Love in the Market Celebration A day to celebrate our love for all things local!...
Read MorePike Place Market Launches Brand New Website
Pike Place Market Launches Brand New Website Planning your next trip to the Market has never been easier with a...
Read MoreMagic in the Market is Back for its 26th Year at Pike Place Market
Your local Market has you covered this year with seasonal activities, gift shopping, live busker music, and more to get you in the holiday spirit!
Read MorePike Place Market Announces the 50th Anniversary of ‘Keep the Market’ Celebration
On October 23, join Pike Place Market in celebration of the Market being saved from demolition. Enjoy treasure hunts, live music, craft demonstrations, special gifts and more!
Read MoreMark Your Calendars for a Holiday at Pike Place Market
Mark Your Calendars for a Holiday at Pike Place Market Join Pike Place Market in December for four holiday events...
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.
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