❄ CID Winter Windowland + more
Stay up to date with events, news, sanitation and community safety updates in Seattle's Chinatown-International District (CID).
A Wrap on 2025
As we wrap up the year, I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who supports and believes in the Chinatown–International District. The progress we’ve made this year—across safety, sanitation, and community engagement—reflects collective effort and shared care for this neighborhood. We look forward to continuing this work together in the year ahead.
- Tuyen Than, CIDBIA Executive Director
Neighborhood events this month, save the date, and other neighborhood news.
CID Winter Windowland
From December 6–15, 2025, explore the neighborhood and celebrate the holiday season with the CID Winter Windowland Decorating Contest, a stamp passport, and our Instagram Bracket Showdown! Find more information + a map here.
Seattle Japantown Presents: A Charming Christmas
Are you ready for a CHARM-ing Christmas scavenger hunt? Discover Japantown as we countdown the days until Christmas. We’ve hidden handmade festive charms around the neighborhood. Visit one or all of your favorite local businesses to collect your charm! Good luck!
Save the Date
📢 The CID Lunar New Year Celebration returns on March 7th, 2026, from 11:00am-5:00pm! If you’re interested in vending, fill out the form below 👇
Other Upcoming Events
Do you have a CID event you’d like to feature? Submit your event on our website here.
Now- Dec. 21 - CID Holiday Stamp Rally
Dec. 13, 1pm-4pm - PSCS 2nd Annual Maker’s Market
Dec. 13, All Day - Japantown Jingle
Dec. 13 - 14 - Holiday Market at ITCO
Dec. 17, 3pm-4pm - Family CRAFT-ernoon
Dec. 19, 7pm-10pm - Third Fridays at Hood Famous Cafe
Dec. 20, 5pm - Ugly is Cute Sweater Christmas Party at Gan Bei
Dec. 21, 11am-12:30pm - Seattle Chinatown Book club Meeting
Dec. 28, 1pm-3pm - Jazz Sundays at Panama Hotel Cafe
Jan. 24, 12pm-4pm - Plus Size Clothes Swap
CID In the News
New ISRD board members | NW Asian Weekly
Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson on tackling the Chinatown-International District’s biggest challenges | International Examiner
Quynh Pham sees centering Little Saigon’s concerns as Wilson transition team co-chair as win-win for both neighborhood and city | NW Asian Weekly
Since the launch of the Safety Ambassador Program in June 2025, Safety Ambassadors have recorded nearly 1750 unique interactions across the CID and Little Saigon—from wellness checks and outreach, to de-escalations, property damage reports, and business check-ins. Their data helps us better understand everyday conditions in the neighborhood and how to respond.
CIDBIA, SCIDpda, and Friends of Little Sài Gòn are also advancing CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) projects, helping businesses repair windows and doors, install gates, and improve security lighting.
👉 Get involved! The next Public Safety Forum is Dec. 16, 4:15pm-5:15pm online or in person at CIDBIA’s main office - 619 S Jackson St, 98104
In partnership with Seattle Public Utilities Clean City Division, Seattle Surface Cleaners, Waste Management, and Fleet Genius, CIDBIA crews made significant progress in October:
9,570 lbs. of garbage removed
559 pieces of recycling collected
625 biohazards cleared (human & pet waste)
353 needles/sharps safely disposed
115 overflow litter cans/dumpsters addressed
95 bulky items hauled from right-of-way
78 instances of broken glass cleaned
1,491 sq. ft. of graffiti removed across CID businesses & properties
SPU also continues weekday alley pressure washing to keep streets safer and more welcoming.
👉 Get involved! Our next Community Clean-Up is Dec. 13, 10am –12pm at Hing Hay Park. Register Here
Sign up for 2026 Monthly Clean Ups here.
📱 Report graffiti, dumping, litter, and needles directly via the Find It, Fix It app.
⚽ Preparing for the World Cup FAQs – Resource guide for CID businesses and community members to prepare for the 2026 World Cup. Learn more about how the CID is preparing. 🔗 More info
🧥 Donate Winter Gear - Purpose Dignity Action (PSA) is seeking winter clothing donations for those in CoLEAD supportive housing. Bring new gloves, beanies, hats, socks or blankets to Fort St George, Oasis, Sairen, Pho Bac, Tabletop Village, Gan Bei, or Little Saigon Creative before Dec. 15.
📈 Intentionalist Card Program – Free enrollment for CID small businesses to gain new customers. support@intentionalist.com | 🔗 More info
💧 SPU Side Sewer Loan Program – Interest-free loans for eligible homeowners. HealthyHome@seattle.gov | (206) 684-0244 | 🔗 More info
🌎 Seattle Building Emissions Standards – Buildings over 20,000 sq. ft. must meet new targets starting 2027. cleanbuildings@seattle.gov | 🔗 Sign Up for Info Session
👉 Get involved – There are many ways to give back, view our list of neighborhood volunteer opportunities. 🔗 More info
Chinatown–International District Business Improvement Area (CIDBIA)
Together, we’re keeping the CID clean, safe, and full of life since 1994.
📧 info@cidbia.org | 📞 (206) 571-3436
🌐 cidbia.org | 🌐 seattlechinatownid.com
👉 For staff contacts, visit our Staff Directory.