Since even the most seasoned adventurers can get overwhelmed with all the stuff going on, we’ve broken down highlights for the next few days.

Note: multi-day passes are sold out, but one-day tickets, kid passes for the full weekend + virtual tickets are still available.

8-Bit Wave Concert | Fri., Dec. 3 | 6-7 p.m. | Sheraton Hotel Grand Ballroom | Catch a wind of nostalgia from a live band performing songs from classic video games and anime series in the techy music form. 👾

John Cena Photo Ops | Sat., Dec. 4 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Sheraton Grand Hotel, Levels 2 + 3 | One of the biggest celeb guests at ECCC, fans can take an IG-worthy snap with the wrestler and star of “Suicide Squad.” 💪

Family HQ | Fri. + Sat., Dec. 3-4, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun., Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Rooms WSCC 210 and WSCC 211 | Kids can enjoy drawing demos, story time + an interactive play area with visits from costumed Star Wars performers known as the Saber Guild. 🚀

Indie Games Showcase | Fri. + Sat., Dec. 3-4, 10 a.m.-12 a.m., Sun., Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | TCC Level 1 Foyer | From cards to tabletop to video games, try out new and upcoming titles from independent creators. 🎮

Of course, ECCC isn’t the only place in Seattle for pure fandemonium. Discover other spots around the area to let your nerd flag fly.

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EVENTS

Today

Kraken vs. Oilers | Fri., Dec. 3 | 7 p.m. | Climate Pledge Arena | $100+ | Edmonton travels to Seattle as the Kraken start to hit their stride. 🏒

Saturday

Whitney Cummings | Sat., Dec. 4 | 10 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $37.50 | The brash comedy queen and co-creator of “2 Broke Girls” takes the stage.
Winter Beer Festival | Sat., Dec. 4 | 12-4 p.m. + 5:30-9:30 p.m.| Hangar 30, Magnuson Park | $40 | Admission includes a glass and 10 beer tastings from a selection of 26 local breweries. 🍺

Sunday

Thievery Corporation | Sun., Dec. 5 | 8 p.m. | The Showbox | $50 | The electronic music duo mixes international music styles to create a unique discography.
Cookbook Sale | Sun., Dec. 5 | 12-3 p.m. | Percy's & Co., 5233 Ballard Ave. NW. | Free to attend | Find gems to step up your kitchen game at this event co-hosted by Friends of the Seattle Public Library. 📚

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

43º | Cloudy | 10% chance of rain

Sunrise + Sunset

Rise: 7:39 a.m.
Set: 4:19 p.m.

Drink

Cheers to this. Out of thousands of candidates around the world, four Washington wines made Wine Spectator’s top 100 of 2021. They included a Cayuse syrah (ranked highest at No. 19), Sparkman’s 2018 Holler cab, Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Eroica riesling, and Force Majeure’s 2018 syrah. 🍷 (Puget Sound Business Journal)

Sports

Can one big name rescue the Seahawks’ season? The team signed 36-year-old star running back Adrian Peterson to the practice squad this week. The Hawks hope his veteran presence can help against the 49ers at home on Sunday. (Field Gulls)
West Seattle’s collegiate baseball team has a new name — and it’s making us hungry. After polling fans for ideas, the squad formerly called the Highline Bears will henceforth be known as the Dub Sea Fish Sticks. They’ll be frying up the field in White Center next summer at Mel Olsen Stadium. ⚾

Travel

There will be no "flip the switch" Christmas lights extravaganza in Leavenworth this year. In order to reduce the amount of tourists that descend upon the Bavarian-themed Washington hamlet each weekend, the town will instead spread various holiday-related activities during the week throughout December. 🎄 (Seattle Times)

Shop

Those looking for gift ideas may want to hit up the recently opened Ballard shop Woodland Mod. It sells Scandinavian and Japanese-influenced home goods with a minimalist aesthetic, including items made by local PNW creators. (KING 5)

📸 Chastity Belt

Could this be the saddest Gum Wall selfie ever? Walla Walla alt-rock band Chastity Belt recently shot a video for their single “Fake” at the famed sticky landmark. Seattle-based director Eleanor Petry talked to KEXP about the making of the clip, which shows the band members clowning around town. See how many more famous local sites you can name.

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THE WRAP

Editor's Pick: As an unabashed nerd myself, I couldn’t be more excited for the return of Emerald City Comic Con. There are so many panels I have my eye on, but basically just seeing all the cool cosplay is my favorite part of the event each year. Might be time to bust out that Chewbacca onesie I have buried in the closet.

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