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By Linda Lowry Seattle is closing out the year with the kind of energy that defines this city at its best: creative, elegant, community‑driven, and full of possibility. Whether it’s downtown’s grand hotel celebrations or neighborhood gatherings across the Sound, the region is ready to welcome 2026 with intention and style. Below is your Social in Seattle guide to the most notable celebrations, beginning with the Fairmont Olympics’ signature lineup and expanding across the Pug