Find AA Meetings in Seattle, Washington

Seattle, Washington AA Meetings

Seattle’s AA directory lists more than 125 in-person groups and more than 80 online groups, with roughly 175 weekly in-person sessions held across about 90 venues around the city. Use the filters above to narrow the list by day, time, format, or meeting type.

As of July 2026, here’s a snapshot of some meeting types in our Seattle directory, counting both in-person and online groups:

• Wheelchair-accessible: 58
• Women’s: 28
• LGBTQ+: 16
• Men’s: 13
• Young people’s: 7

Counts change as schedules update, so treat this as a snapshot rather than a fixed total, and use the live list above as the current source. An estimated 17.9% of Seattle adults report binge drinking (CDC PLACES, 2025 release), a reminder that wanting to rethink your drinking puts you in large company here.

Alcoholics Anonymous began in Seattle on April 19, 1941, when Dave W. rented a room at the New Washington Hotel for the city’s first meeting, and the fellowship has grown into the citywide network you see listed above.

Your First AA Meeting in Seattle

A first visit is lower-stakes than most people expect: open meetings welcome anyone curious about AA, including family members and newcomers, while closed meetings are for those who identify as having a drinking problem. Either way, no one is required to speak, give a last name, or label themselves, and there’s no cost to attend since AA groups are self-supporting through voluntary contributions.

A typical meeting runs about an hour: someone reads a short opening, then the group either discusses a topic, works through a step, or hears a speaker share their story, depending on the meeting format. If you’re picking a first meeting in Seattle, an open discussion meeting is a solid, low-pressure starting point. For more on what to expect, see what to expect at your first AA meeting and the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions.

Seattle’s AA Central Office and 24-Hour Helpline

The Greater Seattle Intergroup is the local central office coordinating AA service and meeting information for Seattle and the surrounding area. It maintains a phone line answered by a sober AA member around the clock, every day of the year, staffed through a volunteer rotation. The office also sells meeting schedules and AA literature and supports groups across the region.

Sober.com is an independent meeting directory and is not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services or the Greater Seattle Intergroup. Address, office hours, and the office/helpline number are listed under Resources below.

Staying on Track Between Meetings

Many people pair meetings with the free Sober App. It tracks your sober days, what you’ve saved by not drinking, and milestones worth marking, which can help on the days between meetings. Download the Sober App.

If You Need More Help Than a Meeting

AA is peer support, not medical treatment. If you or someone you know drinks heavily every day, alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous, and a medical evaluation is worth pursuing before stopping on your own; see our alcohol withdrawal timeline for what a medically supervised process looks like.

King County’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Division runs a client services line for county residents seeking publicly funded substance use treatment; the number is under Resources. FindTreatment.gov lists treatment providers nationwide by location and service type, and 988 is available by call or text for a mental health or substance use crisis, any time.

AA in Seattle: Common Questions

How much do AA meetings in Seattle cost?

Nothing. Groups are self-supporting through voluntary contributions from members; no one is charged or turned away for lack of funds.

Do I have to call myself an alcoholic to attend?

No. AA’s only stated requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking, and visitors are welcome at any open meeting listed above.

What’s the difference between open and closed meetings in Seattle?

Open meetings welcome anyone, including newcomers and family members; closed meetings are reserved for those who identify as having a drinking problem. Most meetings in our Seattle listings are open; use the format filter above to sort by type.

Are there online AA meetings I can join from Seattle?

Yes. More than 80 groups in our Seattle directory meet online, which can be a good option if transportation, scheduling, or privacy is a barrier to an in-person meeting.

How do I find a wheelchair-accessible meeting in Seattle?

Use the accessibility filter above; our Seattle directory currently lists 58 groups noted as wheelchair-accessible.

Are there Spanish-language AA meetings in Seattle?

A small number of listed groups run in Spanish. If you don’t see one nearby, the Greater Seattle Intergroup (Resources below) can help point you to the closest option.

Resources

• Greater Seattle Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous. 24-hour helpline: (206) 587-2838. Office: 5507 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108; (206) 587-2838; Monday 10am-2pm, Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-2pm, closed Sunday. Accessed July 24, 2026. https://www.seattleaa.org/24-hour-hotline/
• King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division. Client Services line: 206-263-8997 or 1-800-790-8049, for county residents seeking publicly funded substance use and mental health services. Accessed July 24, 2026. https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dchs/human-social-services/behavioral-health-recovery/bhrd
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. PLACES: Local Data for Better Health (2025 release). Accessed July 24, 2026. https://www.cdc.gov/places/
• AA history: Dave W.’s first Seattle meeting, April 19, 1941, at the New Washington Hotel. Silkworth.net, Groups in the U.S.: How They Began and How They Grew, West Central and Pacific Regions. Accessed July 24, 2026. https://silkworth.net/alcoholics-anonymous/chapter-4-groups-in-the-u-s-how-they-began-and-how-they-grew-west-central-and-pacific-regions/
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. FindTreatment.gov treatment locator. Accessed July 24, 2026. https://findtreatment.gov/
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 (24/7).