
Launch Day line-up
Saturday, March 19
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Train rides begin at 10 a.m.
Light rail service to University of Washington and Capitol Hill is a game-changer for getting around the Puget Sound region, and we’re excited to celebrate it with you. Below is a list of offerings on Launch Day, with many more surprises are in store. Share your favorites with us using #ULINK2016.
On Launch Day, your ride is on us! Simply save this image to your phone and you and your family will be set for unlimited boardings anywhere you want to go on Link. eTicket valid on March 19 only.
University of Washington Station tailgate party
Take a self-guided tour of University of Washington Station as you wait to board the train. While there, take in the architectural design of LMN Architects and Subterrarium, the station’s walls by artist and UW alum Leo Saul Berk. Interpretive videos and signs provide an insider look at the making of University of Washington Station. Trains depart from the station every 10 minutes; a ride to Capitol Hill is four minutes, downtown is eight and a full ride to Sea-Tac Airport is less than an hour.
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Get there. There is no parking at either station. Transit, biking, ride-sharing and park-and-ride are all great ways to get to the event. Special event shuttle service will connect Northgate Transit Center to University of Washington Station during the event. Learn more >>
Be prepared. We’re planning for sunny skies, but PNW weather in spring can be unpredictable. Stay comfortable by dressing in layers and keeping a small umbrella handy. Many areas will be covered. More Launch Day tips >>
Get social. We love to hear from you! Share your launch day experience with #ULink2016 on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
We’re here for you. For your convenience, our customer service office will be open during Launch Day. They can be reached at 1-888-889-6368 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Capitol Hill Station arts & culture street fair
Take a self-guided tour of Capitol Hill Station as you wait to board the train. While there, take in the architectural design of Hewitt Architects, Crossed Pinkies and Walking Fingers, two murals by Capitol Hill artist Ellen Forney, and Mike Ross’ Jett Kiss, a sculpture suspended above the station platform. Interpretive videos and signs give you an insider look at the making of Capitol Hill Station. Trains depart from the station every 10 minutes; a ride to University of Washington or downtown Seattle is four minutes, and a full ride to Sea-Tac Airport is less than an hour.
Learn more >>
Get there. There is no parking at either station. Transit, biking, ride-sharing and park-and-ride are all great ways to get to the event. Special event shuttle service will connect Northgate Transit Center to University of Washington Station during the event. Learn more >>
Be prepared. We’re planning for sunny skies, but PNW weather in spring can be unpredictable. Stay comfortable by dressing in layers and keeping a small umbrella handy. Many areas will be covered. More Launch Day tips >>
Get social. We love to hear from you! Share your launch day experience with #ULink2016 on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
We’re here for you. For your convenience, our customer service office will be open during Launch Day. They can be reached at 1-888-889-6368 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.