Blog https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/ Blog Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:02:22 +0000 Shop Local: Top Small Businesses For Holiday Shopping https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/shop-local-small-businesses-holiday/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/shop-local-small-businesses-holiday/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/shop-local-small-businesses-holiday/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0800

Once the pressure of Thanksgiving dinner comes off, the sleeves go up and it's time to tackle holiday shopping. As the premiere shopping destination of the Pacific Northwest, Bellevue is home to charming boutiques and dining streets, luxury shopping complexes, and everything in between. For Small

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Snowflake Lane Bellevue 2024 Guide to the Magic of the Holidays https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/snowflake-lane-bellevue-2024-guide/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/snowflake-lane-bellevue-2024-guide/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/snowflake-lane-bellevue-2024-guide/ Fri, 25 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0700


Snowflake Lane in Bellevue: Celebrating 20 Years of Holiday Magic

When the first Snowflake Lane parade took to the streets of Bellevue in 2005, it was meant to be a small, festive event that would bring a touch of holiday cheer to the downtown area. Fast forward 20 years, and it’s become the

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Labor Day Weekend in Bellevue: Events, Activities, and Tips https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/bellevue-labor-day-weekend/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/bellevue-labor-day-weekend/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/bellevue-labor-day-weekend/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0700

Bellevue loves summer celebrations. Even though Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer, we're here to stretch out the long goodbye with a long list of things to do to make the most of the long weekend with family and friends. Discover your epic adventures launched from Bellevue, and you won't

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Top 10 Souvenirs to Shop for in Bellevue, WA https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/top-10-souvenirs-to-shop-for-in-bellevue-wa/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/top-10-souvenirs-to-shop-for-in-bellevue-wa/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/top-10-souvenirs-to-shop-for-in-bellevue-wa/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0700

When your photos at Ascend Prime & Steak just doesn't do the panoramic view justice, or when the keychain you bought at the airport just doesn't truly capture your once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Bellevue, the best option is to snag some souvenirs that fully embody Bellevue. Beyond your average gift

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Explore Bellevue's Old Main Street https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/explore-bellevues-old-main-street/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/explore-bellevues-old-main-street/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/explore-bellevues-old-main-street/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0700

Steps away from Meydenbauer Bay Park with stunning views of Lake Washington, is the Old Bellevue neighborhood, lovingly called "Old Main" or "Old Main Street."

Header photo by @hyattregencybellevue


Explore Old Main Street

Packed with family-friendly activities, lively brunches, enticing cocktail

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InterContinental Bellevue: A New Era of Pacific Northwest Luxury https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/intercontinental-bellevue-a-new-era-of-pacific-northwest-luxury/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/intercontinental-bellevue-a-new-era-of-pacific-northwest-luxury/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/intercontinental-bellevue-a-new-era-of-pacific-northwest-luxury/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:00:00 -0800

Looking for a luxurious urban base camp where you can adventure and explore the wonders of Washington, but still enjoy Michelin star quality dining and five-star amenities? Look no further, because Bellevue just became your go to Pacific Northwest sanctuary. Imagine a place where the grandeur of

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Bellevue Jazz & Blues Festival https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/bellevue-jazz-blues-festival/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/bellevue-jazz-blues-festival/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/bellevue-jazz-blues-festival/ Wed, 29 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0700

Join us for 5 days of fun in Bellevue with 20+ shows featuring the area's premier showcase for top national and regional jazz and blues artists October 6–10, 2021.

The 14th Annual Bellevue Jazz & Blues Festival will be showcased at venues across Downtown Bellevue. Including Lady "A" has been a

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Experience the Edge of Style, Fashion and Shopping Bliss https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/experience-the-edge-of-style-fashion-and-shopping-bliss/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/experience-the-edge-of-style-fashion-and-shopping-bliss/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/experience-the-edge-of-style-fashion-and-shopping-bliss/ Wed, 15 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0700

Don’t let the extensive trail system and breathtaking views of nature fool you — Bellevue is one of the world’s foremost shopping destinations. Known as the Pacific Northwest’s fashion mecca, Bellevue boasts a wide variety of bold, eclectic, and international shopping experiences. Highlighted by an

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Shop ‘Til You Drop in Bellevue https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/shop-til-you-drop-in-bellevue/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/shop-til-you-drop-in-bellevue/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/shop-til-you-drop-in-bellevue/ Fri, 20 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -0800

Home to high-end fashion brands and locally made wares alike, Bellevue is a one-stop-shop for all your holiday retail needs.

Bellevue has been a shopping destination for years, but even more so now that it is the PNW’s exclusive home of some of fashion’s biggest names retailers like Neiman Marcus,

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The Girlfriends’ Getaway to Bellevue https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/the-girlfriends-getaway-to-bellevue/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/the-girlfriends-getaway-to-bellevue/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/blog/post/the-girlfriends-getaway-to-bellevue/ Wed, 30 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -0700

If you’ve come with a group of your favorite ladies ready to kick back and get pampered, you’re in luck— Bellevue is nothing if not a little indulgent.

Put yourself into an immediate state of bliss at Salt Mine Arium. While you’re relaxing or having a massage in a room lined with respiratory

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