Celebrate These Amazing Washington Moms This Mother's Day

Here at Patch we've launched an initiative to help recognize the awesome moms and mom figures in communities like yours. Meet them here:

Many Transit Options Free For New Year's Eve

Holiday revelers will be able to catch most forms of public transit for free on New Year's Eve. Here's what to know.

QFC, Fred Meyer & More: Christmas 2022 Grocery Store Hours In WA

Many grocery stores will be closed on Christmas Day, but most will be open for shorter hours on Christmas Eve. Here's what to expect.

Best, Worst Times To Get Out Of WA For Christmas, New Year’s Travel

Holiday travel is approaching pre-pandemic levels and will kick off in earnest later this week. Here's what to expect.

Christmas Shipping Deadlines To Know In WA: Post Office, FedEx, UPS

FedEx, UPS and the U.S. Postal Service have all announced 2022 holiday shipping deadlines. Here's what to know in Washington.

Walmart, Target, Best Buy, More WA Retailers Closed On Thanksgiving

The list of national chains staying closed on Thanksgiving Day is growing. Here's what to expect this year.

QFC, Safeway: Thanksgiving 2022 Grocery Store Hours In Washington

Find out when you can pick up last-minute Thanksgiving staples from QFC, Fred Meyer, Metropolitan Market, and more around Puget Sound.

Thanksgiving Travel Forecast 2022: Best Times To Leave Puget Sound

INRIX expects significant holiday congestion in many U.S. metro areas, including the greater Seattle region. Here's what to know.

Black Friday Fishing: WA Stocks 1000s Of Trout In Local Lakes

Residents and visitors will have a good chance to catch some fish over Thanksgiving weekend, with dozens of lakes now brimming with trout.

Bird Flu, Inflation Make Thanksgiving Turkeys More Expensive In WA

The U.S. Agriculture Secretary said Tuesday that it may be harder to find a big turkey this year, but smaller birds should be easier.

4th Of July Fireworks Laws: What’s Legal In Washington

See how Washington compares to other states on what types of fireworks are allowed ahead of the 4th of July.

Happy Father's Day To Merrill Feiker

Across Washington Patch is celebrating Father's Day 2021 by sharing father-daughter or father-son photos and messages of love.

Happy Mother's Day To Regina Madiera-Gorden

Across Washington Patch is celebrating Mother's Day 2021 by sharing mother-daughter or mother-son photos and messages of love.

Easter 2020: Updated List Of Stores Open, Closed In Washington

Target, Trader Joe’s and a few other stores in Washington will close on Easter Sunday to give essential workers a day off.

Spring Arrives A Little Early This Year: Here's Why

The vernal equinox will arrive sooner than usual in 2020. In fact, it's the earliest start to spring in more than a century.

What’s Open, Closed On Presidents Day 2020 In Washington

Federal holidays can bring quite a few changes to the weekday routine. Here's what to expect on Presidents Day in 2020.

Presidents Day 2020 Deals In Washington: Walmart, Old Navy, Sears

Here are some of the best Presidents Day deals on appliances, clothing and home goods going on in Washington.

Seattle Ranks Among 'Most Romantic Cities' For Valentine's Day

With love in the air, WalletHub played cupid to determine the most romantic and cost-effective cities to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

MLK Day 2020: Celebrations And Volunteer Events In Washington

Community celebrations, tree-plantings and marches are planned throughout Western Washington to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

MLK Day 2020: Here’s What’s Open, Closed In Washington

Most government offices, libraries, and schools will be closed for the federal holiday commemorating Martin Luther King Jr.

Christmas Day Meals And Volunteer Opportunities In Washington

Whether you're in need of a warm meal, or looking to help out your neighbors on Christmas, there are plenty of options on Dec. 25.

Santa Tracker: When St. Nick Arrives In Washington

Kris Kringle has a lot of ground to cover by tomorrow. Check-in on his progress so far.

New Report Ranks Washington's Christmas Spirit

A new report ranks the states with the most and least Christmas spirit by analyzing Google searches and Christmas music streams.

Best Places For New Year’s Eve: Seattle Makes The List

WalletHub recently released its 2019 rankings of best and worst places to go for New Year’s.

Christmas Bird Count: Register For Holiday Tradition Near You

Events are planned in the King and Pierce counties in late December.

Washington Holiday Events Roundup: Dec. 7 & Dec. 8

From pancake breakfasts to tree lightings and wine tastings, celebrations are happening around Puget Sound this weekend. Here are six ideas.

Christmas Tree Prices Remain High Due To Ongoing Shortage

The demand for real Christmas trees continues to grow, but tight supply has led to higher price tags nationwide.

Holiday Events This Weekend In Western Washington

Zoo Lights, the Nutcracker, and more are on the weekend docket as Western Washington gets in the holiday spirit.

Crystal Mountain Opens For Weekend Skiing, Snowboarding

Three lifts and the Mt. Rainier Gondola are open this weekend for those seeking an early jump on ski season.

Grocery Stores Open On Thanksgiving 2019 In Washington

Fred Meyer, QFC, and a few other local grocery chains will have open doors for your last minute needs.

Thanksgiving Cooking Tips From The Washington Fire Marshal

Thanksgiving is the #1 day for cooking-related house fires in Washington.

Black Friday 2019 Sales: When Stores Open In Washington

Here’s a look at when malls and retail stores open around Puget Sound, plus a peek at some Black Friday ads and special discounts.

Weekend Holiday Events In Western Washington

Get in the Thanksgiving (or Christmas) mood at a handful of festive holiday events this weekend.

2019 Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trots In Washington

Everything you need to know about Turkey Trot events around the region on Thanksgiving morning.

2019 Holiday Shipping Deadlines For Washington: USPS, UPS, FedEx

Deadlines are here for FedEx, U.S. Postal Service and UPS during the 2019 holiday season.

Black Friday 2019: Free Access To Washington State Parks

All state parks will be free for visitors the day after Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Recipe Searches Reveal Washington's Tastes

Cooks in Washington are already planning Thanksgiving menus, according to an analysis of Google Trends search terms.

Thanksgiving Store Hours: Stores Open And Closed In Washington

Here’s everything you need to know about holiday shopping on Thanksgiving Day, which stores are open and closed.

Washington Ferries To Hold Moment Of Silence For Veterans Monday

Washington ferries will fly the POW/MIA flag and observe a two-minute moment of silence on Veterans Day.

Washington's Most Popular Halloween Costume: According To Google

Google is sharing the most popular Halloween costume searches of 2019. Any guesses for our state?

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.