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August preview: Catch these events before the summer ends

Summer is still going strong, and August is packed with street fairs, festivals, concerts, and can't-miss cultural events – all accessible by transit!

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Take a trip down memory lane using the T Line

Located in the heart of Tacoma, nestled just below Opera Alley, exists the historic Antique Row. For over 40 years, Antique … Read more
A cultural performance happens on the Roadhouse stage

The Roadhouse: An event venue that will stop you in your tracks

While Angle Lake Station won’t be end of line for much longer, hop off the 1 Line there are you’ll be greeted by more than j… Read more
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Late night bites: Where to eat after dark in Seattle

Whether you’re heading home from a show, catching up with friends, or just craving a midnight meal, Seattle has plenty of sp… Read more
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Celebrate the ‘bubble tea capital of Seattle’: Take transit to Boba Fest in the U District

Seattle Boba Fest returns to the U District for its fourth year to celebrate the internationally popular treat this Saturday… Read more
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Fresh picks and summer jams: Seasonal fun sprouts at The Spring District

There’s something special sprouting in Bellevue this summer. From July 8 to Aug. 7, The Spring District is transforming… Read more
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Hop off at Mount Baker Station for art, music, and community vibes

Looking for something creative to do on a Saturday afternoon? Hop on the 1 Line and ride to Artstation Mt Baker Art Market, … Read more

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reel icon 👟🪞Vintage Ray-Bans, 90s anime tees, and… a sarcophagus?! Yup, just a few gems you’ll find tucked below Tacoma’s Opera Alley on historic Antique Row. Make sure you have your ORCA card and a good pair of walking shoes to discover what awaits on the Row! 😎🚅 From menswear and memorabilia to denim walls and rare finds, these local shops are a must for thrift lovers, collectors, and curious wanderers: 📍 D Haberdashery – vintage menswear + PNW finds 📍 SYC – name-brand threads, houseplants & Y2K vibes 📍 Sanford and Son – 3 levels of antiques + vintage treasures 📍 Shop Conmigo – curated styles from Dickies to Carhartt 📍 S.I.P.S. (Shop in Past Styles) – late 90s/mid-00s anime & nostalgia 🛍️ Check out the link in bio for the full guide to every store featured in this time-traveling treasure hunt. Video description: Clips of Sound Transit's video intern showing places to thrift along the T Line in Tacoma.
reel icon HAPPY AUGUST! 🎢 Summer’s not over yet! 🎉 Hop on Link, Sounder, or ST Express and ride to street fairs, concerts, and festivals all month long. 🚆🎡🎶🌞 Your next adventure is just a ride away.  Check the LifeSTyle blog post at the link in our bio for the full list of events and all the details! 🔗☀️
reel icon An end of July update on the Crosslake Connection! We’re working closely with our friends @wsdot to prepare the I-90 bridge for trains. Follow along as we get ready to power things up with live wire testing 🚊 🎥: @henryonboard Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry wears protective gear including a hard hat while reporting from the floating bridge.
reel icon We’ve opened five Link light rail extensions in just four calendar years, and now it’s official: the Federal Way Link Extension will be next! The new line will be ready for passenger service earlier than expected – as soon as this winter. And when new service is ready, we don’t want to wait. We want to welcome you aboard! Head to The Platform blog(🔗 in bio) for all of the details, and for an update on the Crosslake Connection. 🎥: @henryonboard Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry rides the train and reports on the status of the upcoming 1 and 2 Line extensions. #SoundTransit #FederalWay #Crosslake
reel icon Let us walk you through just how easy it is to use the on-demand BikeLink lockers!🚲✨   No long-term commitment - just secure, on-demand bike parking available 24/7.   ✅ Download the app or grab a BikeLink card ✅ Open a locker + back your bike in (tip: it’s wider at the front for your handlebars!) ✅ Set your time + pay just 5¢/hr   It’s like daycare—but for your bike. 🚲🧸💤 Secure. Affordable. Convenient.   Lockers are available near many transit stations. 🔗 Learn more at the link in our bio!
reel icon You’ve probably seen colorful bikes and scooters all over town, but did you know you can earn some awesome rewards when you combine them with public transit? 🔗 in bio for all the details! 🎥: @henryonboard Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry shows designated scooter parking areas and explains how you can earn Transit Go rewards by parking them properly.
reel icon You’re probably wondering about all of these dogs outside of Union Station… The pet policy was on the Sound Transit Board meeting agenda today — and some very good pups came to share their thoughts during public comment. 🐶🐾 🎥: @henryonboard #SoundTransit #DogsOfInstagram #Dogs #Pets Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry stands outside Union Station with members of the public and their dogs. Henry later 'interviews' some of the pups, and other interact with Sound Transit board members inside and outside the building.
reel icon Late-night bites along the 1 Line! 🌙🚆🍕 Out late and hungry? Here’s where to grab food after dark near 1 Line stations.   🚨 Link runs til 1 a.m. (Mon–Sat) & midnight (Sun/holidays)   See the link in our bio for even more late night bites! What’s your go to late night bite? Drop your favorite spots below!👇
reel icon Summer fun is sprouting in The Spring District! 🌱 The inaugural @thespringdistrict Farm Stand is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. It is sponsored by @cityofbellevuewa and @pugetsoundenergy. Ride the 2 Line and check it out! 🔗 in bio for hours and more information. #SoundTransit #Market #FarmStand #LifeSTyle Video description: A trip on Link light rail to Spring District Station to visit a new farm stand and market. Clips of an ORCA card tap, market goods like flowers and beets, and people mingling with market vendors are interspersed.
reel icon We were delighted to welcome Rep. Larsen last Friday to tour our newest light rail extension! #2Line 🎥: @henryonboard Video description: Rep. Rick Larsen stands on the plaza outside Downtown Redmond Station before taking a tour of the new stations with Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine and others.
reel icon 🚅 Sometimes the best way to address graffiti is by embracing it! 🎨   Sound Transit’s STart program has turned the wall just outside the west entrance of Capitol Hill Station into a rotating showcase for local graffiti artists. 🔁🖼️   Up now: Seattle-based artist @merlotism Marry Merlot✨ With nearly 20 years of experience, she blends traditional graffiti with inspiration from her Vietnamese heritage and a clean, graphic sensibility shaped by her background in graphic design. But this wall switches up soon - a new artist is rotating in at the end of the month so don’t miss your chance to catch the piece before it’s gone!   📍 Capitol Hill Station - E Denny Way & Broadway Video description: Opens with Lucile Chich, STart Program Manager, standing in front of graffiti art installed at the west entrance of Capitol Hill Station. She speaks directly to the camera, explaining the rotating graffiti wall project and introducing the featured artist, Marry Merlot. The scene then cuts to behind-the-scenes footage of the art in being installed and. Next, Marry stands in front of the installed art, speaking about how she got into graffiti and her process. As she talks, B-roll shows her actively spray painting, layering colors and details. The video ends with a candid moment: Marry stands smiling in front of the finished piece. A passerby off-camera says “Congrats,” and Marry’s smile grows wider as she replies, “Thank you.”
reel icon There’s more than one bridge on the I-90 crossing! Learn more about the special track bridges that will guide trains between the fixed and floating bridges at 55 miles an hour. 🎥: @henryonboard #SoundTransit #Crosslake Video description: Sound Transit employee Henry reports from the I-90 floating bridge wearing a hard hat to explain how track bridges will work to take trains from the fixed to the floating sections of the bridge. Video clips of Link trains and animations of the track bridges are interspersed.