Explore Seattle Southside

Explore Seattle Southside Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority is the leading tourism and destination marketing organization in South King County.

Explore Seattle Southside inspires visitors to discover the curiously wonderful in SeaTac, Tukwila & Des Moines, from hidden gems and global eats to outdoor adventures, all from a convenient home base for exploring the Pacific Northwest. The program is offered jointly by the Cities of Tukwila, SeaTac and Des Moines--and is responsible for competitively marketing the area as an ideal travel destination for tourists who wish to explore Western Washington.

08/17/2026

Bring a blanket and the family, get your fresh popcorn, and settle in for a summer night with 'The Goonies' in the Garden as the sun sets.

📆 Date: Saturday, August 22
⏰ Time: 8:30pm-10:30pm
📍Location: Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden | 13735 24th Avenue S., SeaTac 98168
✨Cost: Complimentary to attend
🚗 Free parking
♿ Accessible
Please note: Bathrooms will not be available for this event

08/15/2026

Discover public art in Des Moines, Washington, where waterfront views, local history, and creativity turn Seattle Southside into an open-air gallery.

Make these stops into a self-guided art walk:

📍Octavia by George C. Scott — See a glowing, golden-yellow glass octopus inspired by a mysterious encounter in Puget Sound at Marine View Drive S & S 216th Street.

📍Turtle Island, Puget Sound by Mark Twain Stevenson — Look closely at the bronze turtle’s shell to find a detailed topographical map of the region at 21620 11th Avenue S.

📍Maury Island Incident Art Park — Explore local UFO lore through The Maury Island Incident Mural by Nancy and Zach Pahl, Sparky by Fred Andrews, The Proyect by and Raven Discovers Spaceship by Pat McVay at 605 S 223rd Street.

📍The Compass Rose by George C. Scott — Find colorful cast-glass markers celebrating the city’s maritime identity at 22307 Dock Avenue S.

📍 Marinascope by George C. Scott — Step inside a former marine buoy transformed into a walk-through kaleidoscope at South Marina Park, 7th Avenue S & S 227th Street.

Save this list for your next Des Moines adventure, then learn more about public art in Seattle Southside > https://bit.ly/3SvsVQO

08/14/2026

The underwater camera at Highline MAST Aquarium at Redondo captures another sixgill shark swimming by, this time, with several lucky divers from Eight Diving!
Keep your eye on the live feed here to see what's just under the surface at Redondo!
https://www.youtube.com/live/65rN0p3qLug?si=6o7FZe05bh7Vx86j

08/12/2026

Savor the last bits of summer with these 5 activities in Seattle Southside:
 
1. Go to a splash pad and have a beach picnic, all in one place: Angle Lake Park in SeaTac. Pick up real fruit smoothies, Somali coffee and appetizers nearby from FiveStarEspresso 🇸🇴.

2. Go to an outdoor event or market (or both!) at the Highline Botanical Garden Concert Market, happening this Friday, August 14th from 4 to 8 pm. See Küf Knotz & Christine Elise blend hip-hop and harp at 6:30pm and browse their food, drink and goods vendors.

3. Grab a frozen treat: rolled ice cream from Dragon’s Breath Creamery, bingsu from Kakigori Dessert Cafe, gelato from Impresso Espresso | SeaTac & Seattle Coffee Shop, mangonadas from Latino Cafe or ice cream from AUNTIE IRENE’S.

4. Attend a summer concert at the Des Moines Beach Park. The next concert is this Wednesday, August 12th at 7 pm. Listen to harmonica blues with Stevie and the Blue Flames. Food trucks and beer garden available.

5. Enjoy patio dining. Some great options are Anthony's Restaurants at the Des Moines Marina, PASIFIKA NW in Tukwila and Vince Mottola in Des Moines.
 
Have fun making the most of the last bits of summer!

08/08/2026

Save this for when you need some easy summer Sunday fun!

First, stop at the Tukwila Farmers Market for local produce, specialty vendors, and more.
📍Tukwila Community Center
📆 Sundays through the end of August, 10 am - 2 pm

Then head to any of the nearby parks. We like Tukwila Park for plenty of things to do, from playgrounds and pickleball courts to lush, woodsy paths to wander.

Finally, make your way to D**g Thap Noodles for Vietnamese comfort foods. Summer is the perfect time to try vermicelli bowls or fresh spring rolls instead of a steamy bowl of pho.

Trying kitfo at Langano Coffee & Sandwich and discovering a new favorite? Kinda chic.Ube lattes and strawberry matchas f...
08/07/2026

Trying kitfo at Langano Coffee & Sandwich and discovering a new favorite? Kinda chic.

Ube lattes and strawberry matchas from Happy Alley Coffee? Kinda chic.

Finding “Marinascope” by George C. Scott and so many other creative public art pieces along the Des Moines waterfront? Kinda chic.

Shopping for fresh produce and more while supporting local artisans at the SeaTac Farmers Market? Kinda chic.

Finding your main character energy at the Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden? Kinda chic.

Reading every information label at The Museum of Flight? Kinda chic.

Filling your basket with imported ingredients and snacks at Lam's Seafood Asian Market? Kinda chic.

Coming face to face with a sixgill shark while diving off Redondo Beach? Kinda chic.

Knowing your favorite businesses get even better when you know the people behind them? Kinda chic:
Andrea Guzman, Latino Cafe, SeaTac
Hampton Isom, CreoleSoul, Des Moines
Natalie Vinh & Vinny Le, Natalie's Sugarcane & Desserts, Tukwila
Sarbjit Singh, The Pancake Chef, SeaTac

Your turn: What's kinda chic about exploring Seattle Southside? ✨

08/04/2026

It’s called summermaxxing. 😎

Make the most of the last bits of summer in Seattle Southside!Save this to avoid post-summer FOMO! With waterfront conce...
08/01/2026

Make the most of the last bits of summer in Seattle Southside!

Save this to avoid post-summer FOMO! With waterfront concerts, farmers markets, outdoor movies, and family fun, there's so much more summer to soak up.

➡️ Swipe through for these August picks, then visit our website for the complete events calendar and details.

07/30/2026

The view of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels at The The Museum of Flight is unmatched! Don’t miss Jet Blast Bash this weekend at The Museum of Flight where you’ll experience takeoffs, landings, flybys, and fun for the whole family.
Happy Seafair Festival weekend!
📅 Sat. & Sun. August 1–2
⏰ 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
🎟️ Included with general admission and free for museum members
Details here: https://www.museumofflight.org/exhibits-and-events/jet-blast-bash

It's Seafair weekend again! Did you know one of the most unique views of the air show is at The Museum of Flight?Head to...
07/29/2026

It's Seafair weekend again! Did you know one of the most unique views of the air show is at The Museum of Flight?

Head to Jet Blast Bash for a front-row seat at the takeoffs and landings for the Boeing Seafair Air Show, including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, live music, and family fun.

Between flights, explore the museum, see a rare World War II PBY Catalina, catch live music and DJ sets, grab a bite from the food trucks, join a family workshop, or unwind in the 21+ beer garden.

📅 Sat. & Sun. August 1–2
⏰ 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
🎟️ Included with general admission and free for museum members
Details: https://www.museumofflight.org/exhibits-and-events/jet-blast-bash

Who’s ready for another exciting Seafair weekend in Seattle Southside?

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