Calendar of Events

Join us in-person for a regular selection of lectures, author Q&As, special presentations, 21+ events and so much more! Check back often as new additions are made to the calendar every week.

Open Daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The Museum is closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

FREE Admission on the first Thursday of every month: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM


Today This Weekend

23 Apr 2025


Apr 23 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour4/23/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

Apr 23 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour4/23/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

26 Apr 2025


Apr 26 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Exclusive- Collections Building Member Tour4/26/2025

Have you ever wondered what hidden gems we are storing in the archives? Now it’s your chance! Join The Museum of Flight’s Collections...

Learn More about Member Exclusive- Collections Building Member Tour

Apr 26 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Exclusive- Collections Building Member Tour4/26/2025

Have you ever wondered what hidden gems we are storing in the archives? Now it’s your chance! Join The Museum of Flight’s Collections...

Learn More about Member Exclusive- Collections Building Member Tour

27 Apr 2025


Apr 27 | 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Member Planetarium4/27/2025

Join us for an exclusive Member-only adventure through the stars in our Planetarium program! Designed for curious explorers aged 6 to 10, this...

Learn More about Member Planetarium

Apr 27 | 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Member Planetarium4/27/2025

Join us for an exclusive Member-only adventure through the stars in our Planetarium program! Designed for curious explorers aged 6 to 10, this...

Learn More about Member Planetarium

29 Apr 2025


Apr 29 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters4/29/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

Apr 29 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters4/29/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

01 May 2025


May 01 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays5/1/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

May 01 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays5/1/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

May 01 | 6:00 PM to 6:45PM

Birds Under the Blackbird5/1/2025

Join master birder Connie Sidles during May's Free First Thursday as she guides a soaring tour of bird flight for all ages under the Blackbird.

Learn More about Birds Under the Blackbird

May 01 | 6:00 PM to 6:45PM

Birds Under the Blackbird5/1/2025

Join master birder Connie Sidles during May's Free First Thursday as she guides a soaring tour of bird flight for all ages under the Blackbird.

Learn More about Birds Under the Blackbird

04 May 2025


May 04 | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

May the Fourth5/4/2025

Celebrate May the Fourth with a galaxy of fun activities! We will host Saber Guild, 8-Bit Brass Band, R2-D2s, 501st Garrison Titan Star Wars cosplayers, and much more.

Learn More about May the Fourth

May 04 | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

May the Fourth5/4/2025

Celebrate May the Fourth with a galaxy of fun activities! We will host Saber Guild, 8-Bit Brass Band, R2-D2s, 501st Garrison Titan Star Wars cosplayers, and much more.

Learn More about May the Fourth

May 04 | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Member Early Opening: May the Fourth Face Painting5/4/2025

Join us for Member Early Opening for free Member face painting!

Learn More about Member Early Opening: May the Fourth Face Painting

May 04 | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Member Early Opening: May the Fourth Face Painting5/4/2025

Join us for Member Early Opening for free Member face painting!

Learn More about Member Early Opening: May the Fourth Face Painting

11 May 2025


May 11 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour5/11/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

May 11 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour5/11/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

16 May 2025


May 16 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Member Exclusive- Coffee with the Curator5/16/2025

Did you know KLM is the oldest continuously operating airline in existence?  That’s just one fun fact you will hear during a Commercial...

Learn More about Member Exclusive- Coffee with the Curator

May 16 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Member Exclusive- Coffee with the Curator5/16/2025

Did you know KLM is the oldest continuously operating airline in existence?  That’s just one fun fact you will hear during a Commercial...

Learn More about Member Exclusive- Coffee with the Curator

17 May 2025


May 17 | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Northwest Swing Performance5/17/2025

On Saturday May 17, enjoy a musical performance from Northwest Swing inspired by the music of the 1940s.

Learn More about Northwest Swing Performance

May 17 | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Northwest Swing Performance5/17/2025

On Saturday May 17, enjoy a musical performance from Northwest Swing inspired by the music of the 1940s.

Learn More about Northwest Swing Performance

18 May 2025


May 18 | 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

The Pilot Experience: A Member Exclusive Education Experience!5/18/2025

We’re excited to offer our younger members (ages 10-17) a special opportunity to experience the Museum’s educational flight simulators....

Learn More about The Pilot Experience: A Member Exclusive Education Experience!

May 18 | 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

The Pilot Experience: A Member Exclusive Education Experience!5/18/2025

We’re excited to offer our younger members (ages 10-17) a special opportunity to experience the Museum’s educational flight simulators....

Learn More about The Pilot Experience: A Member Exclusive Education Experience!

27 May 2025


May 27 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters5/27/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

May 27 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters5/27/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

28 May 2025


May 28 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour5/28/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

May 28 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour5/28/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

31 May 2025


May 31 | Multiple Showtimes

Seattle FlyDogs5/31/2025

On Saturday, May 31st dogs of all breeds catch air in these exciting displays of caped canine athletics.

Learn More about Seattle FlyDogs

May 31 | Multiple Showtimes

Seattle FlyDogs5/31/2025

On Saturday, May 31st dogs of all breeds catch air in these exciting displays of caped canine athletics.

Learn More about Seattle FlyDogs

05 Jun 2025


Jun 05 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays6/5/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Jun 05 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays6/5/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Jun 05 | 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Bells and Whistles III – The Planets: Cause & Effect6/5/2025

During June’s Free First Thursday, experience the third annual joint recital of Emerald City Horn Choir and Flutrange! 

Learn More about Bells and Whistles III – The Planets: Cause & Effect

Jun 05 | 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Bells and Whistles III – The Planets: Cause & Effect6/5/2025

During June’s Free First Thursday, experience the third annual joint recital of Emerald City Horn Choir and Flutrange! 

Learn More about Bells and Whistles III – The Planets: Cause & Effect

08 Jun 2025


Jun 08 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour6/8/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

Jun 08 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour6/8/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

19 Jun 2025


Jun 19 | 2:00 PM

Home Front/War Front: Fly for Freedom6/19/2025

On Thursday June 19, enjoy a program by Living Voices highlighting the service of Black women during World War II.

Learn More about Home Front/War Front: Fly for Freedom

Jun 19 | 2:00 PM

Home Front/War Front: Fly for Freedom6/19/2025

On Thursday June 19, enjoy a program by Living Voices highlighting the service of Black women during World War II.

Learn More about Home Front/War Front: Fly for Freedom

21 Jun 2025


Jun 21 | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

The MiG-21 Project Opening Day6/21/2025

Join us Saturday, June 21 for Opening Day of The MiG-21 Project exhibit with several activities including a talk with artist Ralph Ziman.

Learn More about The MiG-21 Project Opening Day

Jun 21 | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

The MiG-21 Project Opening Day6/21/2025

Join us Saturday, June 21 for Opening Day of The MiG-21 Project exhibit with several activities including a talk with artist Ralph Ziman.

Learn More about The MiG-21 Project Opening Day

22 Jun 2025


Jun 22 | 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Member Planetarium6/22/2025

Join us for an exclusive Member-only adventure through the stars in our Planetarium program! Designed for curious explorers aged 6 to 10, this...

Learn More about Member Planetarium

Jun 22 | 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Member Planetarium6/22/2025

Join us for an exclusive Member-only adventure through the stars in our Planetarium program! Designed for curious explorers aged 6 to 10, this...

Learn More about Member Planetarium

24 Jun 2025


Jun 24 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters6/24/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

Jun 24 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters6/24/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

25 Jun 2025


Jun 25 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour6/25/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

Jun 25 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour6/25/2025

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

Learn More about Member Docent Tour

28 Jun 2025


Jun 28 | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Sally's Day6/28/2025

On Saturday, June 28 join us for the Museum’s annual celebration of the first American woman in space—Sally Ride. 

Learn More about Sally's Day

Jun 28 | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Sally's Day6/28/2025

On Saturday, June 28 join us for the Museum’s annual celebration of the first American woman in space—Sally Ride. 

Learn More about Sally's Day

29 Jun 2025


Jun 29 | 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Sensory Days6/29/2025

Visitors with sensory needs can visit the Museum for FREE during off-hours during Sensory Days.

Learn More about Sensory Days

Jun 29 | 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Sensory Days6/29/2025

Visitors with sensory needs can visit the Museum for FREE during off-hours during Sensory Days.

Learn More about Sensory Days

03 Jul 2025


Jul 03 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays7/3/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Jul 03 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays7/3/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

07 Aug 2025


Aug 07 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays8/7/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Aug 07 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays8/7/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

23 Aug 2025


Aug 23 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

The Art Spy8/23/2025

On Saturday August 23, join author Michelle Young for a book talk, signing and Q&A about her book, The Art Spy: The Extraordinary Untold Tale of WWII Resistance Hero Rose Valland 

Learn More about The Art Spy

Aug 23 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

The Art Spy8/23/2025

On Saturday August 23, join author Michelle Young for a book talk, signing and Q&A about her book, The Art Spy: The Extraordinary Untold Tale of WWII Resistance Hero Rose Valland 

Learn More about The Art Spy

04 Sep 2025


Sep 04 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays9/4/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Sep 04 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays9/4/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

30 Sep 2025


Sep 30 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters9/30/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

Sep 30 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters9/30/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

02 Oct 2025


Oct 02 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays10/2/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Oct 02 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays10/2/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

28 Oct 2025


Oct 28 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters10/28/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

Oct 28 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters10/28/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

06 Nov 2025


Nov 06 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays11/6/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Nov 06 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays11/6/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

08 Nov 2025


Nov 08 | 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Fashion in Flight11/8/2025

On Saturday, November 8 we are putting fashion into flight on the runway showcasing designers from around the northwest.

Learn More about Fashion in Flight

Nov 08 | 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Fashion in Flight11/8/2025

On Saturday, November 8 we are putting fashion into flight on the runway showcasing designers from around the northwest.

Learn More about Fashion in Flight

18 Nov 2025


Nov 18 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters11/18/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

Nov 18 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters11/18/2025

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

Learn More about STEM Starters

04 Dec 2025


Dec 04 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays12/4/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Dec 04 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays12/4/2025

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Learn More about FREE First Thursdays

Every Saturday and Sunday

Weekend Family Workshops

Immerse yourself in hands-on, family experiences investigating science, engineering and aerospace topics in fun and surprising ways!

Explore Workshops

Every Sunday thru Friday at 1:00 PM

Storytelling

Epic tales of personal heroism and the daily adventures of modern pilots, astronauts and crews.

Explore Storytelling

Every Saturday at 1:00 PM

Aerospace Update

A weekly recap of the latest news in astronomy, aviation, and spaceflight from our own experts.

Explore Aerospace Update