Summer 2026 is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy fair foods, community festivals, and all the entertainment (musical, theatrical, demos, and more) that go along with these special outings. The entire family will have an amazing and memorable time. Here is a list of family-friendly festivals and fairs that feature kid parades, art, cultural celebrations, delicious foods, live dance and music performances, kid activities, and much more.
Note: Some schedules are subject to change. Be sure to check the event website for the latest details.
May 2026
Seattle
Madrona Mayfair | Saturday, May 16 | 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Madrona Playfield | Free | Enjoy the usual parade, and afterward fun including inflatables, Kids Shows (The Zaniac & Daffy Dave), pony rides, face painting, carnival games, bouncy house, and more.
Parke Diem | Saturday, May 20 | 1-10 p.m. | Volunteer Park Amphitheater | Free | All ages | Join this free, family-friendly event featuring electronic music performances, live art, interactive experiences, craft and food vendors, and more.
Northwest Folklife Festival | May 22-25 | Hours vary | Seattle Center | Free | This family-friendly festival, a vibrant tapestry of music, dance, arts, food, traditions, and heritage. This year’s theme Ubuntu. Ubuntu is about belonging. That we belong to each other because our personhood is connected to the personhood of someone else. Free, donations accepted.
Honk Fest | May 29-31| Hours vary | Georgetown, Columbia Park, Pratt Park | Free | All ages | Three-day festival featuring bands that draw inspiration from NOLA second line tradition, Brazilian Samba, Punk, Funk, and more.
Honk Fest West. (Photo courtesy Espresso Buzz Photography)
Bite of Greece | May 30-June 1 | Hours vary | Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption | Free | All ages | 3-day festival featuring traditional street-style lunch and dinner, handmade Greek pastries, crafts and imported deli items for sale in the marketplace.
East of Seattle
Sammamish Valley Pollinator Fest | Saturday, May 30 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | 21 Acres, Woodinville | Free | All ages | Come Join 21 Acres for their Pollinator Fest and enjoy family activities, farms, food, info booths, artisan vendors, special speakers, garden tours & much more!
June 2026
Seattle
Beacon Arts Street Fair | June 13 – September 12 | 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Second Saturdays | Roberto Maestas Festival St | Free | Join the Beacon Arts Street Fair every Second Saturday of each month through September. It features a pop-up market, family fun, garden workshops, live music, and more.
Fremont Fair | June 20-21 | Hours vary | Fremont Ave N, Seattle | Free | Kick off summer at the Fremont Fair with 2 stages of live music, 300+ craft vendors, beer gardens, art cars, and parades. The fair will have special activities for kids and families.
Brasilfest Seattle Center Festal Series. (Photo courtesy Seattle Center)
Seattle Festál Cultural Festivals | Summer long | Hours vary | Seattle Center | Free | Experience the many cultures of the Pacific Northwest through Festál celebrations. The festivals take place in the Seattle Center Armory and Mural Amphitheater. The line-up for June:
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- June 6-7: Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival
- June 13: Indigenous People Festival
Eastside
Duvall Days Festival | June 6 | 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Duvall Main Street | Free | All ages | There will be a grand parade, vendor booths, live music, youth performances, and art demonstrations.
Children’s Business Fair | Saturday, June 13 | 1-5 p.m. | Downtown Park Redmond | Free | Youth4us brings the Redmond Children’s Business Fair, a free opportunity for children ages 6-15 to explore their passion, ideate, create a product of their interest, and launch their own business.
Japan Fair | June 27-28 | Hours vary | Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue | Free | A two-day festival showcasing traditional and modern Japanese arts & culture, music, and technology. Live music, performances, workshops, and demonstrations.
North of Seattle
Baby Animals & Berries Festival | June 6-28 | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Saturdays & Sundays | Swans Trail Farms | $12.95-$25.95 | Tickets here | Get a personal experience with the baby goats, lambs, calves, chicks, ducklings, rabbits, and more. Admission includes access to the petting barnyard area and over 30+ activities and games.
Strawberry Festival | Saturday, June 6 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Richmond Beach Park | Free | Activities include live music, parade, children’s activities, face painting, food trucks, and of course, delicious strawberry shortcake!
Edmonds Art Festival | June 19-21 | Hours vary | Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds | Free | All ages | The Festival offers entertainment, a juried gallery art exhibition and sale, a juried student art exhibit, and a hands-on children’s art activity area.
South of Seattle
Kent Nerd Festival | Saturday, June 6 | 12-7 p.m. | Page Turner Book, Downtown Kent | Free | Get ready for the Kent Nerd Party, where downtown Kent transforms into the ultimate haven for nerds! A street-wide event with a cosplay contest, Lego museum, LARP games, outdoor vendors, and more.
Meeker Days Art & Music Festival | June 12-14| Hours vary | Downtown Puyallup | Free | All ages | Features live music, food vendors, a classic car show, variety entertainment, inflatable play places, beer gardens, family activities, and more!
Slimy Slug Fest | June 27-28 | 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Northwest Trek Wildlife Park | $20+ | Tickets | The event will include the popular human slug races, tentacle headbands, crafts, and slug trivia while enjoying the wildlife park.
West Seattle
Seafair Pirates Landing | Saturday, June 27 | 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Alki Beach Bathhouse | Free | All ages | The pirates will be landing around 1 to 1:30 p.m. with festivities beforehand. Pre-Landing Activities: Enjoy family-friendly entertainment, including storytelling with the Seattle Public Library near the Log House Museum starting at 11:00 a.m., kids’ inflatable rides, and a pirate look-a-like contest on the beach.
Seafair Pirates! (Photo courtesy Becky Washington / Tahomawind Photography)
July 2026
Seattle
Ballard SeafoodFest | July 10-12 | Hours vary | Ballard | Free | Experience the ultimate celebration of Ballard with live music, family fun, arts and crafts, food vendors, and seafood.
West Seattle Summer Fest | July 10-12 | Hours vary | West Seattle Junction | Free | West Seattle’s 3-day summer festival features music, food, arts & crafts, a beer garden for 21+, and a kids area, including inflatables, STEM activities, sports activities, and more!
Wallingford Kiddie Parade | Saturday, July 11 | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Free | Meridian Playfield, Seattle | Everyone is welcome to join in the Wallingford Kiddie Parade fun. Everyone participating must submit a “hold harmless” form. This is a Kiddie Parade, designed to bring amusement to kids of all ages! (Dogs are ok, too).
Children’s Parade & Picnic | Saturday, July 11 | 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Madison Park | Free | All ages | There will be a parade with a fire engine, followed by games, face painting, crafts, snow cones, music, and much more.
Alki Beach Art Fair | July 17-19 | Hours vary | Alki Beach Park | Free | All ages | Alki Beach comes to life with artist booths, live music, interactive kids’ activities, food carts, and more at this family-friendly art fair. The art fair offers lots of fun and creative activities for kids.
Seafair Indian Days Powwow | July 17-19 | Hours vary | Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center | Free | Come and enjoy dance, music, Native arts and crafts, and traditional foods as the tribes proudly celebrate and share their culture.
West Seattle Grand Parade | Saturday, July 18 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | 4556 California Ave SW, Seattle | Free | This parade has occurred annually since 1935, and is one of the oldest and most beloved community events in the Seattle area. Includes pirates, clowns, marching bands, drill teams, floats, pageantry, community organizations, and the fun of summer!
Chinatown Seafair Parade |Sunday, July 19 | 7 p.m. | Chinatown International District | Free | The Seattle Chinatown Seafair Parade is a vibrant celebration of culture, featuring rich ethnic traditions, a spectacular 100-foot dragon, and the Chinese Community Girls Drill Team dressed in elegant Chinese opera costumes.
Seattle Art Fair | July 24-26 | Hours vary | Lumen Field Event Center | $50-$75 | Tickets here | All ages | showcase for the vibrant arts community of the Pacific Northwest and a leading destination for the best in modern and contemporary art. Enjoy glassblowing demos, reality video game entertainment, and more.
Bite of Seattle | July 24-26 | Hours vary | Seattle Center | Free, items to purchase | All ages | This food festival features over 300+ local vendors, beer and wine gardens, cider tastings, local artisans, and over 65+ musical performers.
Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival | July 25-26 | Hours vary | Volunteer Park | Free | SOTF brings together multiple theatre companies in one park to present a full weekend of live, free theatre. There will be Shakespeare performances, play readings, and a youth Shakespeare workshop.
Seattle Festál Cultural Festivals | Summer long | Hours vary | Seattle Center | Free | Experience the many cultures of the Pacific Northwest through Festál celebrations. Most of the festivals take place in the Seattle Center Armory and Mural Amphitheater. The line-up for July:
- July 11: Polish Festival
Bite of Seattle. (Photo courtesy: Lowres/Bite of Seattle).
Seafair Torchlight Parade | Saturday, July 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle Waterfront | Free | There will be dragon dancers, precision drill teams or marching bands to prancing horses, local favorite sports teams, military bands, and the legendary Seafair Pirates.
Pista sa Nayon Festival | Sunday, July 26 | 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Seward Park, Seattle | Free | All ages | This family-friendly event will feature performers, food, vendor booths, music, and more.
Seafair Weekend Festival | July 31-August 2 | 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Genesee Park | $22.79+ Friday general admission is free, and Saturday and Sunday are free for kids 0-12. | Tickets | All ages | This is a hydroplane racing event, air show, and festival all rolled into one. There will be live music, a car show, family-friendly activities, and more.
East of Seattle
Issaquah Chalk Festival | Tuesday, July 2 | 12 to 4 p.m. | Issaquah Chalk Art Festival | Free | All ages | All participating chalk artists will receive free sidewalk chalk. Grab a popsicle from the Ice Cream Trike or try your hand at juggling with the Clown Garage.
Day out with Thomas | July 10-26 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Fridays-Sundays | Snoqualmie Depot | $33.85 | Tickets | Enjoy an ongoing celebration with a real train ride with Thomas, live entertainment, photo ops, and the exclusive gift shop.
Mercer Island Summer Celebration | Saturday, July 11 | Time: TBD | Mercerdale Park & Luther Burbank, Mercer Island | Free | All ages | The celebration will feature a community parade, touch a truck, live entertainment, vendor booths, food trucks, fireworks and more!
King County Fair | July 16-19 | Hours vary | Enumclaw Expo Center | $10+ | Tickets | Don’t miss this good old-time family fun favorite for all ages. Mainstage entertainment, carnival rides, a rodeo, a kids zone, and more!
Newcastle Art Fair | Saturday, July 18 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Newcastle Commons | Free | All ages | More than 40 local artists will be selling their unique creations and sharing their artistic talents. Along with the artists, the event will include community organizations, refreshments, music, and activities for kids.
SandBlast Festival of the Arts | July 18-19 | Hours vary | McCormick Park, Duvall | Free | All ages | Showcase of the talent of a master sand carver. The festival also features a lineup of local musicians performing live on the main stage. And while you’re grooving to the music, be sure to check out the local artist booths.
Hopelink Neighborhood Fair | Friday, July 24 | 11 to 3 p.m. | Hopelink, Redmond | Free | This Fair brings the community together with local food, kid-friendly activities, music, and dance performances.
Redmond Derby Days | July 24-25 | Hours vary | Redmond City Hall | Free | This free summer festival celebrates the Redmond Community. Featuring a kid’s bike parade and a grand parade, food and craft vendors, carnival rides, and ends with a lighted drone show.
Redmond Derby Days festival children’s parade. (Photo courtesy City of Redmond)
Bellevue Arts Fair Weekend | July 24-26 | Hours vary | Downtown Bellevue | Free | One of the Northwest’s largest arts festivals, featuring hundreds of artists, live music and performances, food trucks, interactive art activities, artist demonstrations, and plenty of free family programming. Kids can enjoy hands-on art projects and other creative activities throughout the weekend.
Redmond Arts Festival | July 31-August 2 | Hours vary | Redmond Town Center | Free | This three-day outdoor festival features artist booths, a community art project, kids’ chalk art, and live entertainment. The festival is produced in conjunction with Redmond’s Derby Days celebration.
North of Seattle
Mill Creek Festival and Street Fair | July 11-12 | Hours vary | 911 161st St SE, Mill Creek | Free | Join this annual street fair, featuring artist & vendor booths, food booths, community & main stages, and beer/wine gardens. The community stage will offer family-friendly activities and performances, schedule TBD.
PorchFest Edmonds | Sunday, July 12 | 1-6 p.m. | Downtown Edmonds | Free | All ages | PorchFest is a family-friendly event featuring musicians and artists from a wide variety of genres.
Kla Ha Ya Days | July 15-19 | Hours vary | Downtown Snohomish | Free | The City of Snohomish’s Kla Ha Ya Days, is a “good, old-fashioned” summer fair that includes a pancake breakfast, a Frogtastic Kids Fair, a parade, a balloon glow, a Street Fair and much more.
Northwest Raspberry Festival | July 17-18 | Hours vary | Historic Downtown Lynden | Free | All ages | Participate in the many activities in town, including basketball tournaments, Kids Zone, local berry farm tours, winery tours, a car show, vendor markets, and more!
Frogtastic Kids Fair (Photo courtesy Kla Ha Ya Days)
Summer Fest Family Fun | Saturday, July 18 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens, Everett | Free | All ages | Organizations come together at the Arboretum for this outdoor afternoon packed with activities, music, and community spirit.
Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire | July 18 – August 16 | Saturday & Sundays | $22+ | Sky Meadows Park, Snohomish | Tickets | Cheer on brave & noble knights from all across Europe during the joust & battle performances, and enjoy the music of the times from world-renowned musical acts, improv comedy, and non-stop entertainment.
South of Seattle
Kent Cornucopia Days | July 10-12 | Hours vary | 207 W Meeker St., Kent | Free | Enjoy a variety of vendor booths, including homemade items, a food court, a grand parade, crafts and activities for the young ones, a car show, and live entertainment. View the full schedule and all locations here.
Fire Rescue Spectacular | Saturday, July 11 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Hands on Children’s Museum, Olympia | Free | All ages | The free street fair is held outside the Museum and is guaranteed to be an action-packed day. Kids can explore Olympia’s fleet of emergency vehicles, take the Junior Firefighter Challenge, meet Sparky the Fire Dog, and enjoy free popsicles.
Covington Days Festival | July 18-19 | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | 27100 169th Pl SE, Covington | Free | The festival kicks off with a parade, and then the festival grounds come alive with arts and crafters, family activities, on-stage entertainment, inflatable toys, a watermelon eating contest, and more.
Maple Valley Kids Festival | Saturday, July 18 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Lake Wilderness Park | Free | Featuring over 20 booths with crafts, dance parties, music, performances, educational experiences, sports, games, and giant inflatable toys.
Renton River Days | July 23-26| Hours vary | Liberty Park, Renton Renton Community Center, Legacy Square, Renton | Free | This annual multi-day family festival features a variety of events, special features, arts and crafts, a parade, recreation, food trucks, and live entertainment for the whole family. Check here for the schedule.
West of Seattle
Sequim Lavender Festival | July 17-19 | Hours vary | Carrie Blake Park, Sequim | Free | Sequim celebrates all things lavender and offers the local community and the many visitors free lavender farm tours, a street fair with artisan booths, live music, and food and community events.
Vashon Island Strawberry Festival | July 18-20 | Hours vary | Downtown Vashon Island | Free | This old-time tradition is perfect for the family. It is just a ferry ride away and has live music, a parade, a car show, family and kid zones, and more!
Pie Eating Contest at Vashon Strawberry Festival 2023. Photo courtesy Vashon Events Nonprofit)
Whidbey Island Fair | July 23-26 | Hours vary | Whidbey Island Fairgrounds and Events Center | $6+ | Tickets here | Join the fun at the Whidbey Island Fair – 4-H shows and judging, a rodeo, concerts, amusement rides, fair food, and everything else you associate with a county fair.
August 2026
Seattle
A Day in Punjab | Saturday, August 1 | Time TBD | Seattle Center Armory | Free | All ages | This festival celebrates the Sikh/Punjabi culture through free turban tying, Gatka (Sikh martial arts), Bhangra & Giddha (traditional dances), live singing and more.
Umoja Fest NW | August 1-2 | Hours vary | Judkins Park | Free | This two-day festival celebrates the best of the African American community and African Diaspora culture in the Northwest with music, food, culture, and family fun (a children’s village with performances, dance, and more).
Magnolia Summerfest | August 1-3 | Hours vary | Magnolia | Free | Join the free 3-day festival filled with fun family activities, live music, a beer/wine garden, inflatable houses/rides, craft booths, and more. The annual Seafair parade welcomes all kids to join.
PhinneyWood Summer Arts Festival | August 14 & 15 | Hours vary | Phinney Center and Greenwood businesses | Free | Come see local artisans, original crafts, art, and unique finds from local artisans. There will be live music, children’s activities, food trucks, and more. Join a workshop & items for purchase.
South Lake Union Block Party | Friday, August 14 | SLU Discovery Center | Free | Join this free festival that features music, local food trucks, a beer and cocktail garden, lawn games, and a community fair with local businesses and organizations for all ages.
PNW Folkorico Festival | Sunday, August 16 | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Brockey Center, South Seattle College | Info TBD.
Tibet Fest Performances (Photo courtesy Seattle Center)
Seattle Festál Cultural Festivals | Summer long | Hours vary | Seattle Center | Free | Experience the many cultures of the Pacific Northwest through Festál celebrations. Most of the festivals take place in the Seattle Center Armory and Mural Amphitheater. The line-up for August:
- August 1: A Day in Punjab
- August 8-9: Tibet Festival
- August 16: BrasilFest
- August 22-23: Sundiata Black Arts Fest
Waterfront Block Party| August 29 | 1-8 p.m. | Seattle Waterfront Park | Free | Friends of Waterfront Seattle invites you to the annual Waterfront Block Party all along the Seattle downtown waterfront. Featuring live music, dance, parades, food trucks, family-friendly crafts, and more.
Bumbershoot (Photo courtesy Murphy Gilson)
East of Seattle
Festival at Mt. Si | August 7-9 | Hours vary | Si View Park, North Bend | Free | All ages | Join us for three days of live music, a grand parade, vendors, food, family fun, and fireworks. Schedule TBD.
Ananda Mela Joyful Festival of India | August 8-9 | 12 to 9 p.m. | Redmond City Hall | Free | The Ananda Mela Joyful Festival of India features Indian music, dance, games, face painting, food, and more. There will be plenty of inflatables and activities to engage children.
Celebrate Woodinville Festival | Saturday, August 8 | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Wilmot Gateway Park | Free | This festival offers a pancake breakfast, a parade, a classic car show, and kids’ activities, bouncy houses, and more. Check out the Basset Bash to see which basset hound has the longest ears and loudest howl.
Celebrate Woodinville Festival (Photo courtesy Sarah Kogler)
King County’s CHOMP! | Saturday, August 15 | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Marymoor Park, Redmond | Free | Bring the family to CHOMP! A free celebration of local food and family fun. The full schedule is TBD.
Confluence Music Festival | Sunday, August 30 | 2-7 p.m. | Confluence Park, Issaquah | Free | Tickets here | Live Music, food trucks, beer & wine garden, artisans, Plein Air Community Art Program, there is something for everyone.
North of Seattle
Lake City Festival and Parade | Saturday, August 1 | Starts at 10:30 a.m. | NE 125th St. Between 25th Ave NE and Lake City Way NE | Free | This annual festival features craft artists’ demonstrations, a car show, big trucks, a salmon bake, and kids activities.
Snohomish Block Party | Saturday, August 14-15 | 1:30 to 10 p.m. | Harvey Airfield | $25+ | Tickets | This lively street fair and artisan market spans the streets of downtown Snohomish and showcases live music, unique vendors, delicious eats, and family-friendly activities. It costs admission for the street fair.
Lynnwood Luau Festival | Saturday, August 15 | 2 to 8 p.m. | Lynnwood Event Center | Free | Come celebrate and embrace Hawaiian culture at this free summer festival. Live music, dance performances, and taste authentic Hawaiian food. This event is family-friendly and welcomes all ages.
Celebrate Shoreline Festival | Saturday, August 15 | 12-9 p.m. | Cromwell Park, Shoreline | Free | The festival features live music and shows on multiple stages, pony rides, children’s theater, toy workshop, hands-on activities, and a beer garden. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Pony rides at Celebrate Shoreline Festival(Photo courtesy City of Shoreline)
Fresh Paint Art Festival | August 15-16 | Hours vary | Downtown Everett | Free | This vibrant event features over 100 artist booths, live entertainment, interactive activities, glassblowing, and more. Watch as artists create and sell their work on-site, offering a rare glimpse into their process and a chance to buy art fresh off the easel.
South of Seattle
Tacoma Kite Festival | August 1 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Chambers Creek Regional Park | Free | Tickets here | The entire family will experience kite demonstrations, family kite flying, inflatables, food trucks, vendors, and other fun activities! Free event, but parking admission is required. 250 kites will be given away for free!
Glass Fest Northwest | Saturday, August 8 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Museum of Glass, Tacoma | Free | Enjoy local artists and artisans, live glassmaking demonstrations, food, drinks, music, and hands-on activities.
Big Day of Play | Saturday, August 15 | 12 to 5 p.m. | Rainier Community Center, Seattle | Free | Look forward to live performances, bounce houses, a wellness vendor fair with community opportunities, food trucks, and more!
Cajun Fest | Saturday, August 15 | 1-7 p.m. | Burlington Green Park, Kent | Free | Join the Annual Cajun Fest, a vibrant celebration of Cajun culture, music, and cuisine. This annual extravaganza will feature the rich traditions of Louisiana with delicious food and drink, live music and more.
Kite Festival at Long Beach | August 17-23 | Time TBD | Long Beach, WA | Free for spectators | Washington State kite extravaganza sets skies ablaze with color, high flying action and choreographed movement. Washington’s Kite Festival draws famous kite fliers from all around the world.
Kittitas County Fair | August 28-September 1 | Hours vary | Kittitas Valley Event Center | $6+ | Tickets here | a grand old-fashioned county fair, with games, carnival rides, entertainment, contests, judged 4-H exhibits and events and an abundance of livestock.
Washington State Fair | August 29-September 21 | Hours vary | Puyallup | Tickets here | Enjoy 75+ rides, endless food options, and live entertainment, rodeo action and much more at this large fair. Closed on Tuesdays and September 3.
West of Seattle
Little BIG Fest | August 14-16 | 3 to 11:30 p.m. | Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Event Center | $20+ | Tickets | The festival features live music, artisan vendors, food trucks, a family friendly children zone and much more.
Bremerton Blackberry Festival | August 30 – September 1 | Hours vary | Bremerton Boardwalk | Free | This is the longest-running festival in the City of Bremerton. It celebrates all things “Blackberry.” It features entertainment, a beer garden, over 15 blackberry-themed foods, a kid’s stage, and a craft area. Stroll along the many booths lining the Bremerton Boardwalk.
Festál – Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias (Photo courtesy Seattle Center)
September 2026
Seattle
Washington State Fair | September 4-27 | Hours vary | Puyallup | Tickets TBD | Enjoy 75+ rides, endless food options, and live entertainment, rodeo action and much more at this large fair. Closed on Tuesdays and September 9.
Bumbershoot Festival | September 5-6 | Hours vary | Seattle Center | $90.50+, Ages under 12 free with paid adult | Tickets | Bumbershoot is a full-spectrum arts and music experience—from punk to performance art, ballet to wrestling, food to fashion, and all manner of ingenuity in between for all ages & has family-friendly performances.
Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival | Sunday, September 13 | Time: TBD | Armory Food & Event Hall, Mural Amphitheatre, and Fisher Rooftop at the Seattle Center | Free | The Festival features Native Hawaiian cultural roots and contemporary influences of Hawai’i through music, hula, food, marketplace, workshops, and more.
Seattle Festál Cultural Festivals | Summer long | Hours vary | Seattle Center | Free | Experience the many cultures of the Pacific Northwest through Festál celebrations. Most of the festivals take place in the Seattle Center Armory and Mural Amphitheater. The line-up for September:
- September 13 Aloha Hawaiian Festival
- September 19-20 Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias
- September 26-27 The Italian Festival
East of Seattle
Issaquah Art Walk and Music Stroll | Saturday, September 19 | 5-8 p.m. | Olde Town Issaquah | Free | Take a stroll down the historically hip Downtown Issaquah at the ArtWalk & Music Stroll. Discover local treasures, shop handmade artisan gifts, and listen to live music as Front Street is transformed into an avenue of live outdoor performances in Olde Town Issaquah.
North of Seattle
Edmonds Oktoberfest Family Festival | September 11-12 | Hours vary | Edmonds Civic Park | Free | Join the Rotary Club of Edmonds OKTOBERFEST Family Festival, a two-day festival that features vendors, live music, kids korner, a pet parade and much more. Check the schedule here.
Fair on 44th in Lynnwood | Saturday, September 12 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Civic Campus Lynnwood | Free | All ages | Join this Community Health and Safety Block Party for free activities, demonstrations and tours.
Fair on 44th. (Photo courtesy City of Lynnwood)
South of Seattle
Burien Arts-A-Glow | Saturday, September 12 | 7 to 10 p.m. | Multiple locations in Burien | Free | Head to downtown Burien and discover light installations and performers, visit a fabulous night market and museum, find art in businesses, dine at local restaurants, and more.
West of Seattle
Bremerton Blackberry Festival | September 5-7 | Hours vary | Bremerton Boardwalk | Free | This is the longest-running festival in the City of Bremerton. It celebrates all things “Blackberry.” It features entertainment, a beer garden, over 15 blackberry-themed foods, a kid’s stage, and a craft area. Stroll along the many booths lining the Bremerton Boardwalk.
Wooden Boat Festival | September 11-13 | Hours vary | Northwest Maritime Center & Point Hudson Marina | $33+ | Families and kids can build a toy wooden boat, tour the harbor, explore the tall ships, row a rowboat, enjoy the plays, sing sea shanties, dance to the live music at the main stage, go on a pirate treasure hunt.
