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. 


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
38 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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Info Session: Trip to Nice 2026

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Online via Zoom

Join us for a virtual information session on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Discover our Language and Cultural Immersion Trip to Nice, presented by Alliance Francaise de Seattle and Alliance Francaise de Nice!

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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
154 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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Salon littéraire: Mondo de J. M. G. Le Clézio

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4649 Sunnyside Ave N
$5.00 USD
12 Places Remaining

Join us at the AFSeattle Library for the return of our traditional Salon littéraire. This time, we will explore a short story by J.M.G. Le Clézio, Mondo with discussion led by Otilia Baraboi, AF Seattle Executive Director. Otilia has a Ph.D. in French Literature and taught classes on Francophone literature and cultures at the UW. 

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Happy Hour in French [Online] Apr 24

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Online via Zoom

Join AFSeattle's French Happy Hour online this Winter!

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