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We've Got Floating Movie Night, The Travel Show, Winterfest, A Cooking Class And More...
📅 Your Calendar Called—It Wants More Fun This Month! 💃
Mike Surprenant
January 29, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes
✨ Skip the Seattle traffic and the headache of downtown parking—there’s a whole world of fun happening right here on the Eastside! Whether you're into bites, brews, beats, or browsing, this side of the lake serves it all with less stress and more charm. Go local, stay playful, and make the most of your weekend, without ever hitting I-5. Now let’s dig in…
Table of Contents
Live Music 🎶
Thursday
Goose Ridge - Ian Skavdahl 5pm
Friday
Chelan Ridge Winery - Electric Boots 6pm
Prohibition Cellars - Sammy Steele 6pm
Obelisco - Flowers for Wolves 7pm
Bayernmoor Cellars - Alison Banchero 4pm
Northwest Spirits - Soulcem Acoustic Duo 6pm
The Lime - Cloud Cover 9:30pm
Rollin’ Log Tavern - BNB 9pm
Vino Bella Wine Bar - Whisky Ridge 7:30pm
Saturday
Chelan Ridge Winery - Ben King Meine 5pm
Gard Vintners - Tyler McGinnis 3pm
Obelisco - The Wick Duo 7pm
The Lime - Washed in Black 8pm
Pub 85 - Loud Mouth Orange 8pm
Weekend Fix 🥳
Thursday Jan 29th 53°/45° 🌧️
💃🔥 Tango Into the New Year with Passion! 🕺💫
Ditch your winter blues and swirl into the rhythm of Argentine Tango this January! Whether you're a newbie with two left feet or a seasoned tanguero ready to finesse your ochos, this month-long celebration has something for everyone. Expect fiery footwork, irresistible music, and a community of dancers ready to welcome you into the fold. Plus, don't miss the sizzling workshop with tango pro Marcela Duiran!
🕒 Time: 6:15 PM & 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Briora Ballroom Dance Studio, 12256 134th Court Northeast #STE 160, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Let’s tango our way into joy—no partner needed, just your two dancing feet! 💃🕺
Friday Jan 30th 53°/42° 🌧️
🎤😂 Laughs on Tap at Snoqualmie Falls Brewery! 🍻🤣
Get ready to giggle and guffaw with a rotating cast of top-notch comedians at one of the coziest spots in town! "Next Stop Comedy" is pulling into Snoqualmie Falls Brewery, and it’s bringing big laughs to your beer night. Whether you're a stand-up connoisseur or just need a chuckle after a long week, this comedy show has your funny bone covered. Come for the jokes, stay for the brews!
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Snoqualmie Falls Brewery, 8032 Falls Avenue Southeast, Snoqualmie, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Don’t miss your chance to LOL in a brewery—grab a pint and a punchline! 🍺🎙️
🎶🍷 Mingo Mayhem at Barnard Griffin! 🎼😄
Think bingo... but make it musical! 🎧 Say goodbye to grandma’s bingo night and hello to Mingo—a mashup of your favorite tunes and high-stakes card-marking mayhem. Pair it with a glass of wine, and you’ve got the ultimate remix of game night fun. Just don’t sing too loud when you win!
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Barnard Griffin - Woodinville, 17401 133rd Avenue NE, Unit #C108, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Get your groove on and your game face ready—Mingo is calling! 🎶🍷
🎪🌍 Cirque du Soleil ECHO: Opening Night Spectacular! 🐕✨
Step into a breathtaking adventure where a girl, her dog, and a mysterious cube take you on a dazzling journey to save the natural world. With gravity-defying stunts, whimsical storytelling, and that signature Cirque du Soleil magic, ECHO isn’t just a show—it’s a movement. And this is opening night, baby! 🎉
🕒 Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Be among the first to witness the wonder—Cirque is back and bolder than ever! 🎪💫
❄️🎉 Winter Wonders Await at Crossroads Winterfest! ⛄🎨
Tired of freezing your fingers off to enjoy winter? Crossroads Winterfest brings all the frosty fun indoors, minus the frostbite! From snowball fights (yep, really!) to cookie decorating, bounce houses, and crafty creations—this is winter magic for all ages. Expect music, giggles, and a few surprises that’ll warm your heart like hot cocoa.
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Crossroads Community Center, 16000 NE 10th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bundle up your crew and bring the holiday vibes—Winterfest is a blizzard of fun! ❄️🎈
💘☕ Spin the Wheel of Love at the Valentine’s Mug Workshop! 💞🎨
Cupid called, and he wants you to make a mug! Whether you're crafting for your sweetheart, your cat, or your coffee addiction, this pottery workshop is your new love language. Learn to throw like a pro and stamp it with Valentine vibes—decals included, awkward flirting optional.
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Northwest Pottery Collective, 1445 NW Mall St. Suite 3, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Roll up your sleeves, grab that clay, and let love (and glaze) lead the way! 💘☕🫶
Saturday Jan 31st 56°/43° 🌦️
🌽🔥 Tamales & Traditions: Cooking Class Fiesta! 🍴🎊
Learn the ancient art of tamale-making in this hands-on, belly-filling cooking class! From whipping up fluffy masa to crafting zesty salsas and sipping champurrado, this is a full-on flavor explosion. Led by Chef Ron (yes, that Chef Ron), you’ll get a taste of history, heritage, and a whole lot of deliciousness. Tamales = love. Fact.
🕒 Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: 21 Acres Center for Local Food and Sustainable Living, 13701 NE 171st Street, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Spice up your culinary skills—these tamales are calling your name! 🌽🫔🔥
🚵♂️💨 Ride Dirty at Stinky Spoke! 🃏🎉
Who needs a poker face when you're covered in mud? Stinky Spoke is a wild 19-mile ride through trails, gravel, and glorious chaos—all for a great cause. Collect playing cards along the route, build your hand, and cross your fingers for prizes at the end. Oh, and did we mention food, music, and a silent auction waiting at the finish line?
🕒 Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Redmond Senior & Community Center, 8703 160th Ave NE, Redmond, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Grab your bike, grab your grit—let’s ride for the win (and the stink)! 🚴♀️🃏💪
🍍🌊 Who Lives in a Musical Under the Sea? SPONGEBOB! 🎭🐙
Bikini Bottom is taking the stage in this fun-for-all-ages musical packed with songs, shenanigans, and sea creature sass. Join SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy, and Squidward on a mission to save their watery world with courage, friendship, and show-stopping dance moves. Expect laughs, feels, and tunes you’ll hum all the way home.
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Theatre 33, 13243 NE 20th Street, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Dive into the joy—this musical is making waves all weekend long! 🎶🐚
🌍✈️ Big Dreams Start Here: AAA Winter Travel Show! 📸🧳
Is your passport lonely? The AAA Winter Travel Show is your first-class ticket to globe-trotting inspiration! Meet travel pros, snag trip deals, and enter giveaways (hello, $500 travel vouchers!). Whether you're plotting a staycation or an epic adventure, this event will fuel your wanderlust.
🕒 Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE 6th St, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Pack your curiosity and let the vacation planning begin! 🌎✈️🎒
☕📚 Brew Like a Pro: Espresso 101 for Home Baristas! 💡🧋
Tired of mystery lattes and weak espresso? It’s time to level up your home brewing game! Whether you're a coffee newbie, a DIY espresso explorer, or a caffeine veteran brushing up on the basics, this hands-on class has you covered. Learn to dial in your grind, master milk steaming, and pull café-quality shots that'll impress your taste buds and your guests.
🕒 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Seattle Coffee Gear | Kirkland Urban, 400 Urban Plaza, Suite 150, Kirkland, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Bring your beans and your curiosity—your morning brew is about to glow up! ☕🔥
🧧🎊 Lunar New Year Celebration: Year of the Horse Gallops In! 🐎🥟
Ring in the Year of the Horse with a cultural extravaganza that’s got something for every generation! This lively Lunar New Year bash features dazzling performances, interactive booths, music, food trucks, and more. It’s a joyful tribute to Asian traditions and the incredible diversity of the Sammamish community. Gallop on over for an afternoon of fun, flavor, and festive vibes!
🕒 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 120 Building, 120 228th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Celebrate with a roar (or a neigh?)—this event is bursting with good fortune and great fun! 🧧🎉
🐉🎨 Whimsy Too! Dive Into Alebrijes Art Magic ✨🖍️
Step into the dreamlike world of Alebrijes—Mexican folk art creatures that are bold, fantastical, and fabulously weird! In this adults-only art workshop, you’ll channel your inner surrealist using oil pastels and a whole lot of imagination. No experience? No problem. All supplies are provided, and whimsy is required.
🕒 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Happy Time Studio, 157 Front Street North, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Let your creativity run wild—your Alebrije masterpiece awaits! 🐸🦋🖌️
🎥🏊♂️ Float & Flick: Dive-In Movie Night is Back! 🍿🐾
Why sit in a theater when you can float in a pool and watch a movie at the same time? Grab your swimsuit and settle into your floatie for a splash-tastic screening of Zootopia! It’s the ultimate combo of warm water, big laughs, and cozy vibes under the pool lights. Trust us, it’s more fun than the front row.
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Julius Boehm Pool, 50 SE Clark Street, Issaquah, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Swim, snack, repeat—this poolside movie night is a total splash! 🏊🍿🎬
💫🪡 Saturn Bead Bracelet Workshop: Tiny Beads, Big Vibes! 🌈🧵
Step into the sparkly world of bead weaving and craft your very own Saturn-inspired bracelet! This class is perfect for beginners and will have you stringing like a pro in no time. With plenty of time to make one (or two!) unique pieces, you’ll leave with handmade jewelry and cosmic levels of joy. Bonus: bead counting is basically meditative.
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Blueberry Beads, 12810 NE 178th Street Suite 100, Woodinville, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Create something beautiful—your wrists will thank you! ✨🪐📿
🥾🏞️ History Walk at Coal Creek: Step Back in Time! ⛏️🚶
Dust off those hiking boots and explore the hidden tales of Coal Creek’s mining past. This slow-paced, story-filled walk winds through old railroad grades and mining remnants from the early 1900s. With interpretive signs, scenic stops, and a bit of uphill adventure, it’s like a museum tour—but with mud!
🕒 Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Cinder Mine Trailhead, Newcastle, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
History buffs and nature lovers—lace up, it’s time to hike through the past! 🏔️🕰️
Sunday Feb 1st 53°/42° 🌧️
🎶🖼️ Melodies of the Diaspora: 100 Years of Black History Month 🖤🎤
Celebrate a century of Black History Month with art that sings, speaks, and stuns. This powerful exhibition showcases the work of Black artists from across the Pacific Northwest through textiles, sculpture, photography, and more. Opening night features live performances, community voices, and inspiring energy—all in a space filled with creativity and culture.
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Bellevue Arts Museum, 510 Bellevue Way Northeast, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Come for the art, stay for the celebration—this is a tribute not to miss! 🖼️🎵🖤
🌿🎨 Clay & Create: Family Planters Workshop! 🪴👨👩👧
Get your hands dirty (in the best way) and craft plant holders with personality! In this family-friendly workshop, you'll build up to three one-of-a-kind planters using simple clay techniques—no experience needed. Customize your creations with colorful glazes and let the studio work its kiln magic. Whether you're flying solo, tagging along with friends, or wrangling the kiddos, this pottery party is perfect for plant-loving creatives.
🕒 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Eastside Pottery - Bellevue, 1809 130th Ave NE, 124, Bellevue, WA
🔗 More Info: HERE ✅
Let’s pot it like it’s hot—your next favorite planter starts here! 🪴🔥👩🎨
Trivia 🤔
What event is Redmond’s Town Center known for each year that features local artisans and holiday festivities?
Last Weeks Question and Answer:
Kirkland’s oldest waterfront park, often packed in the summer, was established in 1922. What is it called? Marina Park
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