Get Connected in Seattle

Join us for the city’s official welcome day - designed for all types of newcomers from students to refugees to executives to new Mariners players to long-time residents looking for a fresh start.

“Your gateway to the resources and relationships that guide you as you begin your Seattle adventure.”

- Seattle Mayor, Bruce Harrell

  • "Until today, I never felt ready to call myself a Seattleite. Thank you for giving me the confidence to truly connect with my community."

  • "Welcome Day has given me hope, and tools for crafting a better future for myself, my neighborhood and hopefully the world."

  • "Welcome Day prepared me to start thinking about connections and ways I like to be involved while hearing from others who are similarly passionate about engaging in the world."

  • " I feel like I had a space to envision the life I want in Seattle and was given support to make it happen."

  • "Welcome Day provided an appetizer of what is possible collectively. It reinvigorates the desire for connection and community, no matter how short or long you have been in the city."

  • "Intentionality is the key! I love all the helpful frameworks and the accountability to create the community you are yearning for!"

  • " I feel motivated and hopeful that I can make my new Seattle life awesome, and I don't have to do it alone!"

Connecting made easy

Meet other newcomers and long-time residents from your neighborhood and across the region who are looking to connect.

Diversify your network

Meet people from other communities, professions, life stages, and cultures who are all on this journey together.

Uncover Seattle’s secrets

Get advice from everyone in the room on activities, events, and communities you can explore.

Join a community

Become part of an ongoing newcomer club to support each other going forward.

Let’s go!

Join us for the next Seattle Welcome Day presented by the Seattle Chamber of Connection and Town Hall. Each day is limited to 100 people so register today to start your Seattle story with confidence and community by your side. FAQ.

Saturdays at Town Hall

  • April 19, 9 am- 1 pm 

  • May 17, 9 am - 1 pm

We are the Seattle chapter of a national nonprofit organization with a mission to reconnect our cities so people and communities thrive.

Town Hall is a vibrant gathering place in the heart of Seattle that hosts civic, arts, and educational programs that reflect — and inspire — our region.

Volunteer to support newcomers.