Seattle Mayor Katie B. Wilson is set to deliver her first State of the City address next Tuesday, laying out her approach to governance and her agenda for the year ahead. The address will cover a range of issues, including affordability, homelessness, public safety, the Seahawks, and what she’s doing to make Seattle a great place to live, work, and raise a family. 

Who: 

Seattle Mayor Katie B. Wilson 

What: 

Delivers her first State of the City Address. Local artists will perform prior to the speech. 

When: 

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 

• 11:00 am: Doors open 

• 11:30 am: Local artists perform  

• 11:50 am: Mayor Katie B. Wilson delivers her address 

Where: 

Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute  
104 17th Ave South, Seattle, WA 98144 

Note: We expect the event to be well attended, and limited seating will be reserved for the media. Please RSVP using this form to reserve a place.