The Perks of Being a UW Student

$10 discounted tickets for students
Get discounted tickets as a UW student, sometimes to shows where regular tickets exceed $50! Experience the talents of your classmates and faculty in Music, Drama, Dance, and DXARTS, and catch world-class performances at Meany Center — all at a special student price of just $10.See what’s coming soon.

Free membership for students
Access a free Henry Art Gallery membership, and unlock discounts on merchandise, speciel event invitations, free admission to other museums, and more. Enjoy the Henry’s thought-provoking art exhibitions and programs. Sign up for your UW Student Membership at the Henry. 

Free admission for students
A T-rex fossil from Montana, a hand-carved Quileute canoe, a whale skeleton “swimming” overhead, the Burke Museum has it all. Watch staff prepare specimens through hallway windows, and explore as much (or as little) as you like. Admission is free for students, making it easy to drop in between classes or spend a whole afternoon exploring. See what's happening at the Burke.

Explore campus through an Indigenous lens
American Indian Studies and Political Science alum Owen Oliver (BA, 2021) created a walking tour highlighting seven campus locations, sharing personal reflections on their significance to the Indigenous community.  Download the full PDF or an abbreviated version with map to see familiar places in a whole new way. Or stay on your couch and experience the virtual tour. 

Free
The Jacob Lawrence Gallery is a space dedicated to education, social justice, and experimentation, honoring the legacy of one of the 20th century’s greatest artists, Jacob Lawrence. Drop in to see the latest exhibition or attend opening night, celebrating the works of artists within the UW community.

Free
Step inside the UW Planetarium and explore the universe. Check out UW's incredible gateway to the stars. Attend First Friday Public Shows and find out about special programming by following the Planetarium on Facebook and Instagram.

Free
Explore over 4,000 plants from around the world at the UW Biology Greenhouse. Drop in on non-holiday Wednesdays (noon - 4 pm) or the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month (10 am -2 pm) to browse at your own pace. Want a deeper dive? Free docent-led tours, often led by UW grad students, are available by reservation.

TeenTix, a program for teens (ages 13–19), offers $5 day-of-show tickets at any of their 70+ partner organizations in the Seattle area. Partners include ArtsUW, MoPop, Northwest Film Forum, Seattle Rep, the Wing Luke Museum, the Seattle Art Museum, and many more!

Had enough of museums and events? Enjoy the great outdoors! Seattle's public parks and nearby trails are free to explore. Take a trip to Golden Gardens to watch the sunset or head up to the mountains for an adventure. UWild's Gear Garage rentals can help outfit you in quality outdoor gear whether you’re headed out for a week-long adventure or a quick day trip. 

From Seattle's historic grunge scene to innovative theater, the City of Seattle offers UW students a wealth of cultural experiences, often at discounted rates. Look online to see where your Husky Card can unlock discounts at places like the Seattle Art Museum, Seattle Rep, and more!