Events
Events at the Shelter
Classes and events are all held at Seattle Humane, 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA.
Giving Tuesday 2026
December 1, 2026 | All Day
Online Event
GivingTuesday is a global, annual event held the Tuesday after Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The idea behind GivingTuesday is to set aside a single day to counter consumerism by giving back. Your contributions allow Seattle Humane to serve more than 162k pets and people each year by fueling our rescue efforts that keep pets happy, healthy and in loving homes. All gifts will be matched, so double your impact and save lives by making your special GivingTuesday gift today!
Young Teen Workshop Series
Monday, December 21 | Animal Behavior and Handling
Wednesday, December 23 | Exotic Pet Ownership
Tuesday, December 29 | Working Animals
For youth in grades 6–8. All workshops take place at Seattle Humane, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Workshops cost $170.
Connect with fellow animal lovers while learning how animal shelters operate and participating in meaningful service activities. The workshop also includes an animal-themed educational lesson, a chance to interact with a furry friend, and a behind-the-scenes tour of Seattle Humane. Participants will earn three hours of community service.
Kids Workshop Series
Tuesday, December 22
Monday, December 28
Wednesday, December 20
For youth in grades 2–5. All workshops take place at Seattle Humane, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Workshops cost $170.
Discover how a shelter cares for pets and make new friends while participating in fun animal-themed activities. Participants will learn about the animals served by Seattle Humane, have the opportunity to meet a furry friend, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the shelter, and work on creative crafts and games.
Seattle Humane in the Community
Sea-Meow Con
November 7 & 8 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Seattle Center Exhibition Hall
Join Seattle Humane at SeaMeowCon in Kitten Alley for kitten cuddles, Seattle Humane merchandise, and resources to help pets and the people who love them. Stop by our booth to meet adorable kittens, shop for a cause, and learn about the services and support available in our community.
Seattle Christmas Market
November 23 & December 7 | 4:30 – 8 p.m.
Seattle Center
Stop by and visit Seattle Humane at the Christmas Market! We’ll be sharing information about our programs and services, offering Seattle Humane merchandise for sale, and helping judge the dog costume contest. We’d love to see you and your furry friends there!
Dog Training
A well-trained dog is a happy dog, and that makes for a happy owner! Seattle Humane offers a variety of dog and puppy training courses. Our effective, positive-reinforcement based training classes focus on good manners in the real world, socialization, bonding and giving you the tools to prevent or address behavior challenges. For more information and a list of upcoming courses, please visit the dog training center.
