5 Budget-Friendly Outings in Everett
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Whether covid has put a damper on your budget or you simply value frugality, Everett has a slough of budget-friendly activities. Here are just five of my favorites:
Check out the latest exhibit at the Schack Art Center
The Schack Art Center is a beautiful art gallery with new exhibits on the regular. And did you know it’s totally free? You would never guess admission was zilch in this high-quality curated space. Watch glass blowing in-between perusing pieces and don’t forget to view the art upstairs, down the halls, and even around the outside of the building. This place is bursting with creativity. Get details on Schack’s latest exhibit here.
For more art, stroll the Everett Artwalk in downtown on the third Thursday evening of the month. Local businesses will host art galleries for your viewing pleasure.
Enjoy some Nature
Looking for a little exercise after admiring all that art? Everett is home to over 40 parks with some great nature walks. A few personal favorites include:
Go full circle and walk around Silver Lake.
Stop and smell the roses at the Evergreen Arboretum.
Forest Park has nature trails plus a large playground, splash park, and horseshoes (BYOH … bring your own horseshoes).
For something more out of the ordinary, stroll through the history at Evergreen Cemetery and see if you can spot Washington State’s five Champion Trees that call the cemetery home.
Narbeck is a great place for a nature walk, even for toddlers // Linda War Bonnet
Put your spare change to use at the Everett Mall
Did you know Everett Mall has an arcade? That spare jar of pocket change has never been so useful. Bowl, race cars or motorcycles, or just splurge on some candy from the vending machines. I took my toddler to the mall on a rainy day last year, and now it's one of her favorite things. Even on sunny days … for better or worse. 😅
Got spare change? Head to the mall // Garret Hunt
Get Pumped for a Bike Picnic
When’s the last time you hopped on the two-wheeler and biked down to Pigeon Creek beach or along the Everett waterfront? Pack up some PB&J’s and let the wind blow through your hair like you just don’t care. Because seaside sandwiches ain't a bad way to play.
A whimsical, giant and colorful sculpture called Cal Hoyt Pencils is located on the SW corner of California and Hoyt // Garret Hunt
Tour History + Public Art Downtown
Everett is home to over three dozen pieces of public art, most of which are located right Downtown. Lots of great street art and murals have also been added in recent years. You can check out the sculpture map here. If history is more your thing, then you should definitely check out these great walking tours that can guide you along the way as you explore Downtown Everett.
Need More Ideas?
Regal is offering $1 movies over the Summer. Check out the lineup here.
Also, keep your eyes on the Live in Everett Events Calendar for upcoming events (like the Everett Food Truck Festival!), and make sure you subscribe to our Weekly Goodness Newsletter.
There are oodles of more opportunities for budget-friendly fun in Everett. What are some of your favorites? Let us know in the comments.
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