announcement Archives - Pike Place Market
Pike Place Holiday Night Market Returns December 11th
Pike Place Market’s Holiday Night Market is back, offering an after-dark holiday shopping experience with 50 local artisans, 11 farmers, live music, and free Santa photos. This festive evening invites guests to explore the Market in a whole new way and enjoy unique gifts, seasonal treats, and community holiday cheer.
Read More
The 30th Annual Magic in the Market Lights Up Small Business Saturday
Seattle’s favorite holiday tradition returns for its 30th year. Join us on Small Business Saturday, November 29 to celebrate the season, shop small, and make memories at Pike Place Market.
Read More
Pike Place Market Hosts Produce on Pike: Summer Finale
Welcome locals back to Pike Place Market at Produce on Pike: Summer Finale on Wednesday, September 10 from 3 – 8 PM. Enjoy an extended farmers market, live music, local food, and handmade goods!
Read More
Pike Place Market Turns 118!
To celebrate its 118th anniversary, Pike Place Market is rolling out a month-long shopper-focused promotion throughout August – inviting the public to explore, engage, and win. From weekly Treasure Hunts through the Market’s iconic halls to a limited-time birthday gift card bonus, August is the perfect time to experience the Market in a whole new way.
Read More
17th Annual Flower Festival is Mother’s Day Weekend
Pike Place Market is ready to burst into bloom once again for Mother’s Day weekend! The 17th Annual Flower Festival, happening May 10–11, featuring over 35 local flower farmers, live music, special shopping offers, and more. Plus, this year we’re offering a Mother’s Day PIKE BOX — a curated collection of Market favorites including fresh produce, herbs, handmade body care, and a beautiful bouquet — perfect for gifting!
Read More
Limited Vehicle Access on Pike Place
Pike Place Market PDA is limiting vehicle access on Pike Place for non-essential traffic to support small businesses and farmers. Before you head to the Market be sure to plan your visit at PikePlaceMarket.org/Traffic to learn how to access our parking garage.
Read More
Celebrate the First Day of Spring at the 28th Annual Daffodil Day!
Spring is just around the corner, and Pike Place Market is celebrating with its 28th Annual Daffodil Day on Thursday, March 20! This beloved tradition welcomes the season with free bundles of fresh daffodils, grown by local flower farmers, and a chance to learn more about the PIKE BOX program—a farm-to-customer CSA supporting over 30 Washington farmers.
Read More
Celebrate Local Love Month at Pike Place Market with Market Bingo
This February, Pike Place Market invites you to celebrate Local Love Month with the launch of Market Bingo—a fun and interactive way to rediscover the Market while supporting local businesses. The festivities kick off on Saturday, February 1, during our 3rd Annual Local Appreciation Day. This special event features exclusive shopping perks, live performances, pop-up murals, and more!
Read More
Pike Place Market Celebrates Local Love
Pike Place Market kicks off Local Love Month at the 3rd Annual Local Appreciation Day on Saturday, February 1, 2025! From live music and artist demonstrations to exclusive gifts and the debut of interactive pop-up murals, this family-friendly event brings the Market’s vibrant spirit to life. Plus, don’t miss Market Bingo—a fun adventure filled with unique challenges. Complete the tasks all month long to win exciting prizes and uncover the hidden gems of the Market.
Read More
The Season’s Best Celebrations Await at Pike Place Market
Celebrate the holidays at Pike Place Market and mark your calendar for three unique festive events to brighten your season. From caroling competitions to Santa photos and handmade crafts there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Read More
Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank’s The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition Returns to Pike Place Market
The 39th Annual Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition returns to Pike Place Market on Saturday, December 7, from 12:00pm to 2:30pm. For the first time held during the day, this cherished holiday event features festive caroling groups, draws nearly 10,000 attendees, and supports the Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank. Enjoy the holiday atmosphere while shopping at the Market’s 500 small businesses and supporting a vital cause.
Read More
Pike Place Market Appoints a New Executive Director
After an extensive national search, Rachel Ligtenberg has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Pike Place Market PDA. With a wealth of experience from over three decades at REI and other leadership roles, Rachel is uniquely positioned to guide the Market into its next chapter.
Read More
Pike Place Market Celebrates 117th Anniversary with Onion Festival
Produce on Pike returns August 14 with a special Market anniversary theme, Onion Festival! Enjoy the freshest produce, special shopping offers, kids activities and live entertainment. This month’s event will honor the Market farmers who started it all and have provided fresh goods for over 100 years.
Read More
Pike Place Market Master Plan
Pike Place Market has unveiled an innovative Master Plan to secure its vibrant future, enhance community engagement, and preserve its historic and cultural significance for generations to come. This plan embraces growth opportunities while honoring the Market’s rich heritage and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Read More
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 More
This 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 More
February 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 More
Pike 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 More
Elevate 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 More
Pike 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 More
Pike 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 More
Pike 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 More
37th 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 More
Pike 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 More
Celebrate 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 More
37th 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 More
Pike 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 More
Pike 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 More
Welcome 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 More
Pike 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 More
Pike 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 More