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Cultural & Arts Programs

Cultural events & programs throughout Greater Seattle

We are dedicated to promoting French-speaking cultures in order to foster relationships between people of all nationalities, ethnicities, and races. We organize cultural activities and programs for adults and children that present a comprehensive look at francophone cultures in the 21st century. 


Cirque du Soleil: ECHO

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Marymoor Park, Seattle

January through March 2026. A spectacular performance combining poetry, stagecraft, daring acrobatics, and technology explores the delicate balance between people, animals, and the world we all share.
AFSeattle members get 20% off select seats/dates!





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Le mois de la Francophonie

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March is the month of Francophonie around the world: Celebrate French-speaking cultures and the French language with us!






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Opening Night "Écrire en Français" Exhibition

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Alliance Française de Seattle
14 Places Remaining

The Alliance Française de Seattle will be opening an exhibition about Francophone litterature. "Écrire en français" is an exploration of the history of languages and the travels of word.





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Happy Hour in French [Online] Mar 20

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Online via Zoom

Join AFSeattle's French Happy Hour online this Winter!

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Seattle's French Fest

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Seattle Center Armory

AFSeattle will be present with a booth at the annual French Fest: A Celebration of French-Speaking Cultures! This event features vendors, performances, tastings and activities. It is free and open to the public.





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Rendez-vous Littéraire avec Samuel Larochelle

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Online via Zoom
7 Places Remaining

The Alliance Française de Seattle invites you for a conversation with Québec author Samuel Larochelle to discuss his graphic novel Le plus petit sauveur du monde.
Join us online on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:30pm. Free event, in French only (Open to A2 level or higher).





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A Romanian Composer in Paris: Enescu's Legacy

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Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle WA 98103
$35.00 USD
0 Places Remaining

This recital invites listeners into George Enescu’s Parisian repertoire of works for violin and piano.


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Info Session: AF Montréal | Mar 27

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Online via Zoom

Join us for a virtual information session on Friday, March 27, 2026. The Alliance Française de Montréal will present the Summer 2026 Immersion program and answer all your questions!

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Happy Hour in French [In Person] Mar 27

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Princess & Bear Wines
28 Places Remaining

Join our community to practice your French in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere!

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Storytime in French | Mar 28

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Soirée Québec: Amour Apocalypse

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
$10.00 USD
0 Places Remaining

The Alliance Française de Seattle and the Québec Government Office in Seattle are thrilled to present a screening of the film Amour Apocalypse in celebration of the Month of Francophonie.


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Storytime in French | Apr 4

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Dictée virtuelle: Gaston Leroux

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Online via Zoom
$5.00 USD

Hello Francophones and French learners! Join us for your favorite French exercise, la dictée, in this virtual event hosted by the Alliance Française de Seattle. This session features an excerpt from Le mystère de la chambre jaune by Gaston Leroux.

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Happy Hour in French [In Person] Apr 10

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Obec Brewing
56 Places Remaining

Join our community to practice your French in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere!

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Storytime in French | Apr 11

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Jésus de Montréal | Ciné-Salon | Apr 17

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Online via Zoom
$10.00 USD

Watch the film at home, then join our ciné-salon online to discuss it in French, and connect with others through our shared love of cinema and Francophone cultures.

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Storytime in French | Apr 18

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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The Night of Ideas | Seattle 2026

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The Night of Ideas invites thought leaders, activists, performers, authors, and academics to engage the public in late-night discussions addressing major global issues.  This year, Villa Albertine's global event series celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the historic role of Franco-American cultural diplomacy. 





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The Night of Ideas at Town Hall (Day 1)

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Town Hall Seattle 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
215 Places Remaining

Part 1 of the Night of Ideas will be held at Town Hall Seattle. This Saturday evening program features provocative panels and visual art to create intergenerational dialogue anchored in youth voices. 





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The Night of Ideas at Gage Academy of Art (Day 2)

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Gage Academy of Art, 2107 Westlake Ave, Seattle, WA 98121

Part 2 of the Night of Ideas will be held at Gage Academy of Art. This Sunday afternoon program continues crucial conversations through hands-on artistic workshops and panel discussions exploring how creative practice offers pathways beyond algorithmic thinking. 





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Happy Hour in French [Online] Apr 24

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Online via Zoom

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Storytime in French | Apr 25

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Happy Hour in French [In Person] May 1

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Obec Brewing
58 Places Remaining

Join our community to practice your French in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere!

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Storytime in French | May 2

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Storytime in French | May 9

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Dictée à l'Alliance: Cécile Wajsbrot

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
$5.00 USD
7 Places Remaining

Hello Francophones and French learners! Join us for your favorite French exercise, la dictée, in this in-person event hosted by the Alliance Française de Seattle. This session features an excerpt from Nevermore by Cécile Wajsbrot.

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Gemma Bovery | Ciné-Salon | May 15

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Online via Zoom
$10.00 USD

Watch the film at home, then join our ciné-salon online to discuss it in French, and connect with others through our shared love of cinema and Francophone cultures.

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Storytime in French | May 16

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Euphrate - US Tour

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On the Boards Theater
$35.00 USD
294 Places Remaining

On Tour From France! Blending dance and spoken word, EUPHRATE tells the story of a young woman finding and affirming her own voice. More information and tickets coming soon.

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Happy Hour in French [Online] May 22

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Online via Zoom

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Storytime in French | May 23

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Storytime in French | May 30

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Le Thé des étudiants

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Good Shepherd Center

By invitation. More details coming soon!





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Storytime in French | Jun 6

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Seattle - Good Shepherd Center
10 Places Remaining

Join us for Storytime in French at the Alliance, every Saturday morning in room 207.

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Ascenseur pour l'échafaud | Ciné-Salon | Jun 12

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Online via Zoom
$10.00 USD

Watch the film at home, then join our ciné-salon online to discuss it in French, and connect with others through our shared love of cinema and Francophone cultures.

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Happy Hour in French [Online] Jun 26

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Online via Zoom

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The Alliance Française de Seattle's 2023 cultural programs are supported by arts Fund.