In celebration of its first full year of service, the Seattle First Hill streetcar will provide free rides for three days this weekend, from Friday, January 27 through Sunday, January 29.

The First Hill Streetcar is currently averaging 78,000 monthly riders and has 3,050 average weekday riders.

Streetcar riders and its service area neighbors are encouraged to enjoy a free ride and explore the many shops, businesses and restaurants in the Chinatown-International District, Pioneer Square, First Hill, Yesler Terrace and Capitol Hill neighborhoods.

There is no other free service. All other transit service requires valid payment of the regular fare.