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Travel Tips June 4-18: WSDOT’s Revive I-5, FIFA in Seattle

by on June 4, 2026
People get onto a bus in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District near King Street Station and Lumen Field, which will be known as Seattle Stadium during the World Cup. Photo: SDOT

It’s time for FIFA to hit the field in Seattle, but first WSDOT’s closing part of Interstate 5 to remove their Revive I-5 work zone. Not to mention Sip and Savor launches at Pike Place Market, Chinatown-International District has new pedestrian lighting, and yet another bike path just opened up near Seattle Center.

All of this and summer hasn’t even officially started yet!

Summers in Seattle are packed with things to do and places to explore. That’s why we’re resuming our biweekly “Travel Tips” series this summer.

To help you get where you need to go with confidence, every two weeks we’ll share a roundup of planned construction, community events, transportation headlines, and more on our SDOT Blog.

Make sure to follow us on social media. For real-time traffic information and advisories visit our Traveler’s Map on seattle.gov/Travelers and follow @SDOTtraffic on X.

For travel resources like “how to” videos covering transit basics, links to our regional transit partners, and more visit FlipYourTrip.org.

Looking for more information related to FIFA World Cup? Try our #WCSeattle series, which covers: How Seattle is preparing, the Pioneer Square pedestrian zone plan, a Roadside Chat with SDOT’s head of construction and mobility and our bike and scooter guide.

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SDOT planned construction and travel impacts

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FIFA World Cup Construction Pause

Temporary Construction Pause: June 8 through July 7

We recently sat down with SDOT’s head of construction and mobility to discuss the construction pause and how we’re preparing for the World Cup. Read the interview here.

RELATED: Inside Seattle’s World Cup traffic strategy: Roadside Chat with head of construction & mobility | #WCSeattle 

RapidRide J Line Project

  • In preparation for the construction pause, crew members are currently removing construction materials and equipment from the street in the project area.
  • Learn more on the project page. 

NE 130th St & NE 125th St Mobility and Safety Project

Week of June 8

  • Both directions of NE 130th St/NE 125th St open between 1st Ave NE and Lake City Way NE by Monday, June 8
  • Roosevelt Way NE closed to all traffic south of NE 125th St by Monday, June 8. Detour map on the project page.
  • Northbound 1st Ave NE closed between Corliss Ave N and NE 130th St with vehicles detouring to Meridian Ave N via Corliss Ave N by Monday, June 8. Detour map on the project page.
  • Concrete pouring for the roadway and sidewalks at 1st Ave NE (Work Zone 1)
  • Utility work at 1st Ave NE (Work Zone 1), 3rd Ave NE (Work Zone 1), 8th Ave NE (Work Zone 3), and 10th Ave NE (Work Zone 3)
  • Roadway surveying at 32nd Ave NE (Work Zone 9)
  • Read more on the project page.

Week of June 15

  • Concrete pouring for the roadway and sidewalks at 1st Ave NE (Work Zone 1) and 10th Ave NE (Work Zone 3)
  • Utility work at 8th Ave NE (Work Zone 2) and 10th Ave NE (Work Zone 3)
  • Read more on the project page.

Work Zone Map:

A map showing nine numbered construction work zones along a north Seattle corridor. The route begins on NE 130th St (Zone 1, from 1st Ave NE to 5th Ave NE), then continues south along Roosevelt Way NE (Zone 2, ending between 8th and 10th Ave NE). Zone 3 covers the intersection of Roosevelt Way NE and NE 125th St. Zones 4 through 9 then continue east along NE 125th St in sequence: Zone 4 ends at 15th Ave NE, Zone 5 at 20th Ave NE, Zone 6 at 25th Ave NE, Zone 7 just before 28th Ave NE, Zone 8 at 31st Ave NE and Zone 9 at 32nd Ave NE.

15th Ave NE & NE 105th St Bridge Seismic Retrofit

Bridge Closure: June 10

  • Crews will close the 15th Ave NE/NE 105th St bridge from 9 AM to 5 PM on Friday, June 5, to pour another concrete crossbeam as they continue work on the bridge to make it better withstand earthquakes.
  • Driveways on 15th Ave NE between NE 104th St and NE 105th St will remain accessible.
  • People walking or using mobility devices can still cross the bridge during full closures.
  • Read more on the project page.

30th Ave NE Paving & Bus Improvements

  • In preparation for Metro’s new Route 77 bus service, we’re working on 30th Ave NE between NE 125th St and Lake City Way NE to:
    • Repave the street
    • Install drainage improvements
    • Install a new sidewalk on the east side of the street
    • Add new bus stops for westbound and southbound buses near the intersection of 30th Ave NE and Lake City Way NE
    • Upgrade crosswalks at the intersection of NE 125th St and Lake City Way NE.
  • Once the project is complete, you’ll have faster, more reliable access to future transit options like Sound Transit’s Pinehurst Station and Metro buses.
  • Read more on the project page.

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Announcements from other agencies

Please note: This is just a brief roundup of major announcements. Make sure to check other news and alert pages for agencies like King County Metro, Sound Transit, WSDOT, Seattle Center Monorail, and Washington State Ferries. For links, visit News + alerts on FlipYourTrip.org.

WSDOT’s Revive I-5 Project

Weekend of June 5-8

  • WSDOT is removing their Revive I-5 work zone to prepare for World Cup project pause.
  • Expect a full closure of northbound Interstate 5 from I-90 to Northeast 45th Street the weekend of June 5-8
  • Read more on WDOT’s website.

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Major league sports home games

Four people walk past a stadium in daylight, moving from left to right along a paved walkway. In front of the stadium stands a row of silver metal security fencing covered with a large blue screen that reads FIFA World Cup 2026 in white letters. Behind the fence, the tan masonry and blue metal exterior of the stadium rises into view.
People walk by Lumen Field, which will be called Seattle Stadium during the World Cup. Photo: SDOT

FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026

The first of six matches in Seattle kicks off at Lumen Field, known as Seattle Stadium for the World Cup.

  • Mon, June 15 (Noon PT): Belgium vs. Egypt (Group G)

Find the full schedule on seattle.gov/FIFA.

This week, it was announced Seattle is helping more than 1,400 local youth and caregivers attend FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. Read more about that in the Office of the Mayor blog.

Don’t miss our #WCSeattle series:

Seattle Storm

Upcoming games at Climate Pledge Arena

  • Wed, June 10 vs Los Angeles Sparks @ 7 PM
  • Fri, June 12 vs Golden State Valkyries @ 7 PM

Learn more on storm.wnba.com. 

Seattle Mariners

Upcoming games at T Mobile Arena

  • Tue, June 16 vs Orioles @ 6:40 PM
  • Wed, June 17 vs Orioles @ 6:40 PM
  • Thur, June 18 vs Orioles @ 1:10 PM

Learn more on mlb.com/mariners. 

Seattle Sounders FC

No upcoming matches just yet. 

Learn more on soundersfc.com. 

Seattle Reign FC

No upcoming matches just yet. 

Learn more on reignfc.com. 

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Community celebrations

Please note: We’ve highlighted several upcoming events that you might be interested in but this is not intended as a comprehensive list of every event in the city.  

June 4 – Aug. 8, 2026: SDOT Bridge Artists in Residence Showcase

Opening Event: June 4 | 5–8 PM | King Street Station, Pioneer Square

Looking for a fun, free thing to do?

Animation artists Vivian Cho and Freyja Whitney were selected for the 2025 SDOT Bridge Artist in Residence Program, They took over the historic towers of the Fremont and University Bridges and created inventive works celebrating Seattle’s bridges and communities.

The culminating exhibition is now on view at ARTS at King Street Station. It opens during the First Thursday Art Walk in Pioneer Square on June 4 from 5-8 PM, with remarks at 6 PM.

Read more on Office of Arts and Culture blog.

A historic brick train station stands in daylight, with a red rooftop sign that reads King Street Station. A row of black vintage-style lamp posts topped with white glass globes lines the foreground walkway. Behind the station, a dark brick tower and a modern glass building rise into a clear blue sky.
King Street Station in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District. Photo: SDOT 

More events: 

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Good to know for summer 

A brief roundup of helpful headlines that are good to know all summer long. 

Free waterfront shuttles through Labor Day

King County Metro service, with free fares sponsored by SeattleFWC26, and $500,000 investment from the City of Seattle, will offer fast, free connections across downtown and on Match Days this summer. Read more on King County Metro’s blog.

A green King County Metro Waterfront Shuttle is stopped at a curb in downtown Seattle with its front door open. A man carrying a bright orange bag steps off the bus.
A person exits one of the free summer shuttles along Seattle’s waterfront. Services are provided by King County Metro and connect you to major locations throughout downtown, including Pioneer Square, Seattle Stadium and the International District. Photo: SDOT

Riders can take a one-seat trip between key destinations, including: 

  • Seattle Center and the Space Needle 
  • Olympic Sculpture Park 
  • Pike Place Market and Overlook Walk 
  • Waterfront Park and the Seattle Great Wheel 
  • Pioneer Square 
  • Seattle Stadium 
  • Chinatown-International District 
  • Seattle Ferry Terminal and Pier 50 

Trailhead Direct is back with transit to popular hiking spots

Trailhead Direct is operated by King County Metro in partnership with King County Parks and SDOT, with promotional support from Amazon. Read more on King County Metro’s blog. 

  • Take transit to Issaquah Alps and Mount Si trails, connecting Seattle to five popular hiking destinations along the I-90 corridor. 

After leaving Trailhead Direct, someone is ready to go hiking! Photo: King County Metro

RELATED: Take transit to popular hiking near Seattle with Trailhead Direct | STM FUNDED 

New bike paths near the Space Needle 

The protected bike lane southeast of Seattle Center is now open, and it includes some colorful new art barriers!

A person rides a bike inside a bike lane on 4th Ave N near Denny Way just south of Seattle Center. Photo: SDOT 

Directly east of Seattle Center, you’ll find a new shared-use path as part of the Thomas St – Phase 2: Plaza project. This is the second phase of the East of Seattle Center connection in the Thomas St Redefined project. Much of it was completed last year. Crews will be back after the World Cup to add some additional features, like furniture and landscaping.

Map of downtown Seattle showing the all-ages-and-abilities bike network. Solid green lines mark current bike routes. Key bike corridors include the Elliott Bay Trail and Alaskan Way along the waterfront; 2nd Avenue through downtown; Pike Street and Pine Street connecting downtown to Capitol Hill; Broadway on Capitol Hill. Train icons mark light rail stations, and a separate icon marks the monorail station. Elliott Bay is on the left, with the street grid and bike routes extending across downtown Seattle.
A simplified map of Seattle’s City Center Bike Network. You can find an interactive bike map of the whole city on seattle.gov/Bike. Graphic: SDOT 

Downtown Seattle’s bike network has come a long way since its first protected bike lane was built on 2nd Ave in 2014. Read more about it in our recent blog post, which also highlights new bike lanes across the city. 

New pedestrian lighting and art banners in CID

The Chinatown-International District (CID) and Little Saigon have new pedestrian lighting to enhance safety and accessibility for all.  Read more about it on the project page. 

You may have also noticed new artwork on pole banners around the neighborhood.  Earlier this year, the Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area (CIDBIA) held a design contest for anyone in the community to enter.

We helped the CIDBIA make it happen by providing financial support as part of the Downtown Activation Plan. The CIDBIA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping Seattle’s Chinatown–International District clean, safe, and thriving.

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