August 2026
Enjoy the best events, festivals, and fun things to do around Puget Sound—including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellevue.
August 1 - 2, 2026
Atlantic (2.7 miles SE)
Umoja Fest delivers “music, food, culture, and family fun” at Judkins Park and Playfield, 2150 S Norman St. in Seattle. The parade (Sat. 1 p.m.) goes south on 23rd Avenue, from E. Cherry St. to S. Jackson St. The schedule lists a fashion show (Sat. 4:30 p.m.).
August 1 - 2, 2026
Mount Baker (5.4 miles SE)
Seafair Weekend Festival inludes three days of hydroplanes racing on Lake Washington and airplanes flying overhead in the Boeing Air Show, with the Blue Angels daily at 3:45 p.m. A classic car show is Sat. & Sun. near Stan Sayres Memorial Park, 3808 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. Admission is free on Friday.
August 1 - 2, 2026
Tacoma (31 miles S)
The Original Browns Point Salmon Bake has a dinner, other food options, a beer garden, music, and kids’ games on the water at Browns Point Improvement Club, 201 Ton A Wan Da Ave. NE in Tacoma. This event is only held in even numbered years.
August 1 - Oct. 31, 2026 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Skykomish (66 miles NE)
On Saturdays, take a 10-minute ride on a miniature train over a bridge and through a tunnel, and then visit the gift shop at Great Northern & Cascade Railway, 101 5th St. N in pretty Skykomish. (Or see the schedule for Kitsap Live Steamers in Port Orchard.)
August 2, 2026
Port Angeles (83 miles NW via ferry)
Bike 24 to 41 miles car-free to the amazing mile-high summit in the Olympic Mountains during Ride the Hurricane, which begins at Port Angeles City Pier on N Lincoln St. in Port Angeles. The 24-mile route begins in Olympic National Park. Typically sells out.
August 6, 2026
Green Lake (5.2 miles N)
The city of Hiroshima was destroyed by an atomic bomb on August 6, 1945. From Hiroshima to Hope promotes peace and remembers victims of war with a gathering (6 p.m.), speakers & performers (6:30 p.m.), and candle-lit lanterns floated on the lake (8 p.m.) south of Seattle Public Theater (Bathhouse Theater), 7312 West Green Lake Drive N in Seattle.
August 6 - 9, 2026
Morton (93 miles S)
Morton Loggers Jubilee includes a queen’s coronation on Thursday, lumber-mill tours & lawn mower races on Friday, bed races on Saturday (11 a.m.) followed by a parade (11:30 a.m.) and a street dance (8 p.m.). Watch logging shows on Saturday & Sunday at Morton Loggers’ Jubilee Arena, 451 Knittles Way in Morton. Schedule.
August 7, 2026
South Lake Union (0.5 miles N)
Enjoy live music on two stages, feast from food trucks, sip a drink in the beer & cocktail garden, play lawn games, and check out local organization booths (until 4 p.m.) during South Lake Union Block Party at South Lake Union Discovery Center, 101 Westlake Ave. N, Seattle. Schedule.
August 7 - 9, 2026
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Edmonds Block Party has a beer garden, food vendors, kids’ activities, and live music on two stages in the field at 310 6th Ave. N in Edmonds. Friday is for age 21+; Saturday is free for those younger than age 21. No pets.
August 8, 2026
Beacon Hill (3.3 miles SE)
Beacon Arts Street Fair is a relaxed monthly gathering with live music, an art market, food vendors, and family activities located in the plaza outside El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S in Seattle.
August 8 - 9, 2026
North Bend (31 miles E)
The Festival at Mount Si features a small arts & crafts fair, food booths, a family zone, a beer garden, live music, and contests at Si View Park, 400 SE Orchard Drive in North Bend. Events include a music crawl downtown (Fri. 6 p.m.), 5K trail run (Sat. 7 a.m.), parade downtown (Sat. 10:30 a.m.), and fireworks at Torguson Park (Sat. 10 p.m.).
August 8 - 9, 2026
Coupeville (102 miles NW)
Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival fills the streets with 150 artists and vendors, live entertainment, and children’s activities around Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 NW Alexander St. in Coupeville. Reserve a free ferry shuttle bus.
August 14 - 16, 2026
Suquamish (19 miles NW via ferry)
Chief Seattle Days, hosted by The Suquamish Tribe, features salmon bakes (noon), a memorial service at the gravesite of Chief Seattle (Sat. 10 a.m.), a 5K run (Sun. 8 a.m.), traditional dances, canoe races, tournaments, and vendors in Suquamish. Schedule.
August 15, 2026 - Aug. 16, 2025
International District (1.2 miles S)
Visit Asian restaurants that offer menu items for $6 during Food Walk, beginning at Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle. Held in multiple months.
August 15, 2026
Tumwater (64 miles S)
Beer has a long history in the Olympia area because of its natural springs. Taste 170 northwest beers at Tumwater Artesian Brewfest, with wine, food vendors, and games, at Tumwater Valley Golf Club, 4611 Tumwater Valley Drive SE in Tumwater. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
August 15 - 16, 2026
Everett (29 miles N)
Fresh Paint transforms downtown Everett into an open-air studio with 100 artist booths, live entertainment, food, and glassblowing near Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave. in Everett. Don’t miss the nearby farmer’s market on Sunday.
August 17 - 23, 2026
Long Beach (172 miles SW)
Washington State International Kite Festival fills the sky with colorful kites of competitors and the general public. The nearby World Kite Museum, 303 SW Sid Snyder Drive in Long Beach has an admission fee.
August 21 - 23, 2026
Neah Bay (153 miles NW via ferry)
Makah Days Celebration includes a street fair, canoe races, dances, a talent show (Fri. 6 p.m.), a parade (Sat. 10 a.m.), followed by traditional dances (Sat.) and salmon bakes (Sat. & Sun.) at Dakwas Park in Neah Bay. Free entry; $20 vehicle permit required to camp, hike, or explore the beach.
August 29, 2026
Des Moines (16 miles S)
Enjoy live blues music, beer from 23 local breweries, ginger beer, and food for sale at Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Fest at Des Moines Beach Park, 22030 Cliff Ave. S in Des Moines. Bring no children, pets, food, or beverages.
August 29, 2026
Everett (31 miles N)
See classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles, with live music and food vendors during Wheels On The Waterfront at Boxcar Park, 1200 Millwright Loop W in Everett.
August 29, 2026
Parkland (45 miles S)
See 1000 vintage vehicles plus dolls and antiques at LeMay Annual Show at Marymount Event Center, 325 152nd St. E in Tacoma. Shop from vendors and food trucks. Use the entrance at 14601 4th Ave E in Parkland.
August 2026 (undated)
| Seattle Downtown, Ballard, Waterfront | ||
| Location | Next concert | |
| Art Museum | Sept. 4 | 12:00 PM |
| Ballard Locks | Sept. 1 | 2:00 PM |
| Waterfront Park | Sept. 4 | 6:00 PM |
| North Lake Forest Park, Mill Creek | ||
| Location | Next concert | |
| Lake Forest Park | Sept. 5 | 7:00 PM |
| Mill Creek Town Center | Sept. 3 | 6:00 PM |
| South Maple Valley, Olympia | ||
| Location | Next concert | |
| Maple Valley | Sept. 2 | 6:00 PM |
| Olympia Porch Fest | Sept. 1 | 12:00 PM |
| East Bellevue, Eastside | ||
| Location | Next concert | |
| Bellevue | Sept. 3 | 12:00 PM |
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle
August 2026 (undated)
South Seattle
The Blue Angels typically perform on one practice day and three air show days.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle (multiple locations)
Dancing ‘til Dusk offers a one-hour dance lesson followed by music and dancing in downtown Seattle parks on Tuesdays and Thursdays, plus one Sunday.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle (multiple locations)
Center City Cinema turns city parks into open-air theaters. Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks. Schedule.
August 2026 (undated)
Mercer Island and more
Wooden O stages a two-hour production of As You Like It in Puget Sound parks. You’re welcome to bring a blanket or chair and a picnic.
August 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.2 miles S)
Play 25 new electronic games and meet the developers at the all-ages Seattle Indies Expo on the third floor of Hilton Motif, 1415 5th Ave. in Seattle. An after-party begins at 6 p.m. Games list.
August 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Seattle Worldcon features panels, presentations, workshops, authors, special guests, a film festival, an art show, and awards for science fiction writing at Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Play pre-release video games, attend interactive panels, watch game competitions, and admire gamers in costume during PAX West at Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
Celebrity Steak-Out supports Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and includes a silent auction with cocktails, followed by a steak dinner from John Howie Restaurants, and a live auction at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles S)
Seattle Chamber Music Society’s Summer Festival includes 12 concerts, and you can attend a free recital before performances in Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Enjoy the best of local restaurants, wineries, and breweries during Sunset Supper at Pike Place Market for age 21+. Afterward, dance to live music under the stars at the Pike Place Market, 85 Pike St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
Madaraka Festival promises “a vibrant celebration of African music, culture, and community” with international artists, vendors, and audience dancing at Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
Enjoy music from Latin America, South America, and the Caribbean at Encanto Music Festival, including acoustic guitar, salsa, and Latin jazz with dancers at Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
The Crocodile presents Oodalalee Concerts at Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle. We list when shows begin, not when doors open. FAQ.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (0.8 miles NW)
Watch captioned movies on a 40-foot screen at Movies at the Mural. Arrive early with a low-back chair, blanket, or bean bag to put on the lawn at Mural Amphitheater, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Begins at dusk, about 9 p.m.
August 2026 (undated)
Capitol Hill (1 mile NE)
Capitol Hill Garage Sale features dozens of neighborhood sales plus 150 sellers gathered in Cal Anderson Park, 1635 11th Ave. in Seattle. A farmer’s market just north of the park is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Festival Sundiata celebrates African-American art, entertainment, and culture at Seattle Center Armory & Mural Amphitheatre, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
BrasilFest brings Brazilian culture to life with music, samba, glittering costumes, and authentic food in Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Capoeira martial arts are on the rooftop, and some performances are at the outdoor amphitheater.
August 2026 (undated)
Belltown (1.1 miles NW)
Step into a whimsical world at Fairy Fest, where the day sparkles with dancing, yoga, trinket making, games, ethereal music, tasty food trucks, eco-friendly people, and concerts (6 to 9 p.m.) in Olympic Sculpture Park, 2901 Western Ave. in Seattle. [They may close the entrance if capacity is reached.]
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Cheer on Seattle Storm women’s basketball team during an exciting home game at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Admire 250 artists making art on skin at Seattle Tattoo Expo, which has competitions, exhibitions, vendors, live music, karaoke, and a burlesque revue in Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St. in Seattle. Schedule.
August 2026 (undated)
Westlake (1.3 miles N)
The highlight of Seattle Design Festival is the weekend Block Party, which fills Lake Union Park with large art installations, performances, and hands-on design activities at 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Seahawks Football Fest has live music and inflatable bounce houses, Seahawks dancers, a gaming zone, players practicing (6 p.m.), and an autographed football toss from the players (8 p.m.) at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Sounders play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the women of Seattle Reign play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Waterfront (1.3 miles S)
Seafair Fleet Week begins the first day with a parade of ships visible from the waterfront at 1 p.m. See displays, military dog demos, and entertainment at Pier 46. Check the schedule for dates of ship tours, which require wearing shoes and having real ID.
August 2026 (undated)
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
Join fellow feline fans for a 70-minute reel of funny, charming cat clips (ranging from fresh submissions to internet classics) at CatVideoFest at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
SoDo (1.6 miles S)
Root for the Seattle Mariners when they play a home game in T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Central District (1.9 miles E)
Totally ‘80s Sing Along screens 30 subtitled music videos so the audience can belt out hits by Madonna, Prince, Michael Jackson, Billy Idol, George Michael, Depeche Mode, Whitney Houston, and David Bowie at Central Cinema, 1411 21st Ave. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Capitol Hill (2.4 miles NE)
Browse rare and unusual cacti, succulents, other plants, and plant accessories at Cascade Cactus and Succulent Society Plant Sale in Volunteer Park Conservatory, 1400 E Galer St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
SoDo (2.8 miles S)
Circus Etc. Cabaret showcases human agility, strength, and daring when acrobatic performers defy gravity at Emerald City Trapeze Arts, 2702 6th Ave. S in Seattle. Held once a month from June to September.
August 2026 (undated)
Fremont (3.5 miles N)
Fremont On The Rocks includes 10 tasting tokens for cocktails and alternative beverages in Fremont shops for age 21+, beginning at HomeStreet Bank, 3417 Evanston Ave. N in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Northlake (3.9 miles N)
Creative Convergence offers music, circus arts, acro yoga, dance, visual art, and DJ sets for all ages at Gas Works Park, 2101 N Northlake Way in Seattle. No ticket is required. This outdoor event moves to the covered picnic area if it rains. Held in July & August.
August 2026 (undated)
University District (4 miles NE)
Watch the University of Washington Huskies play an exciting home game at Husky Stadium, 3800 Montlake Blvd. NE in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Magnolia (4.1 miles NW)
Magnolia Summerfest includes live music, a kids’ zone with free activities, a beer garden, a vendor village, a movie (Fri. 9 p.m.), a parade (Sat. 10 a.m.), and a talent show (Sun. 10 a.m.) at Magnolia Playfield, 2518 34th Ave. W in Seattle. Schedule.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle, Lynnwood, Burien, Fall City
GreenStage performs Much Ado about Nothing or Richard III by Shakespeare in local parks. You’re welcome to bring a blanket or chair and a picnic. (In smaller parks, see a short version of The Taming of the Shrew or A Midsummer Night’s Dream.) Schedule.
August 2026 (undated)
Phinney Ridge (4.1 miles N)
ZooTunes invites world-class artists to perform at Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. Children age 2 and younger are free.
August 2026 (undated)
North Seattle
See eight homes that have “outdoor cat enclosures for windows, decks, patios, and yards” on the self-guided Catio Tour.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle, Bellevue, North Bend
Ride the Trailhead Direct bus to hiking trails on weekends (and Sept. 1) for $2.75 each way. Free for children age 18 and younger.
August 2026 (undated)
Seward Park (6 miles SE)
Register for a time slot to test drive two electric cars from among many available during Electric Car Guest Drive, and check out residential charging stations inside the mobile trailer at Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Seward Park (6 miles SE)
Lace up to join Sundae Runday along scenic Lake Washington, beginning at Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. The event begins with a costume contest, followed by a kids’ dash, a 10K, a 5K, a 2.3-mile walk, and an ice cream sundae.
August 2026 (undated)
Brighton (6.9 miles SE)
Othello Park International Festival is a family-friendly event with lively dancers, hands-on art, fun games, and tempting food vendors at Othello Park, 4351 S Othello St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
North Beach (7 miles NW)
Art in the Garden features arts and crafts vendors, kids’ activities, beer, wine, ice cream, a bake sale, and live music at Ballard P-Patch, 8527 25th Ave. NW in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Victory Heights (7.2 miles N)
North Seattle Jewish Festival offers a petting zoo, authentic kosher deli food, and lively Jewish music for everyone at Victory Heights Playground, 1737 NE 106th St. in Seattle. Donation.
August 2026 (undated)
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Smol Art Mart is a collection of 150 local artists showcasing animal art, portraits, graphic design, zines, anime, pottery, and jewelry at Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle.
August 2026 (undated)
Seward Park (7.8 miles SE)
The Cantanna Festival promises fun games, diverse vendors, and live music for all ages at Seward Park Amphitheater, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. You may see booths about cannabis, but no consumption.
August 2026 (undated)
Bellevue (9.2 miles E)
Celebrating colorful toy ponies, family-friendly Everfree Northwest has parties, games, activities, meals, a music concert, a Grand Galloping Gala, and vendors at Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE in Bellevue.
August 2026 (undated)
Lake City (9.8 miles N)
Lake City Summer Festival & Parade has a car show, a family area, food trucks, 100 craft vendors, and live music surrounding the Lake City Branch of Seattle Public Library, 12501 28th Ave. NE in Seattle. Three parades begin at NE 135th St., go south on Lake City Way, and then west on NE 125th St. (kids 6 p.m., dogs 6:30 p.m., grand parade 7 p.m.).
August 2026 (undated)
Bellevue (10 miles E)
“Seattle’s longest running tabletop gaming convention,” Dragonflight Convention offers tournaments, a massive game library, and hundreds of hosted game sessions at Hilton Bellevue, 300 112th Ave. SE in Bellevue.
August 2026 (undated)
Bellevue (11 miles E)
BelRed Arts Night Market brings together live cultural performances, 30 artists, local creative organizations, and food trucks for an immersive experience at BelRed Light Rail Station, 13102 NE Spring Blvd. in Bellevue.
August 2026 (undated)
Burien (11 miles S)
Burien UFO Festival features flying saucers, guest speakers, an alien costume contest, kids’ activities, and DJ music at Town Square Park, 480 SW 152nd St. in Burien.
August 2026 (undated)
Bellevue & Kirkland
Bring a blanket or chairs to enjoy movies outdoors in the park on a giant screen.
August 2026 (undated)
Bellevue (11 miles E)
Arts in the Garden showcases garden art by 28 artists on the lawn and flower beds of Bellevue Botanical Garden, 12001 Main St. in Bellevue. See the schedule for live music and food trucks on Saturday and Sunday. Parking fee.
August 2026 (undated)
Shoreline (11 miles N)
Celebrate Shoreline promises two stages of live music, a children’s theater, pony rides, hands-on activities, food vendors, and a beer garden at Cromwell Park, 18030 Meridian Ave. N in Shoreline. Most events end at 6 p.m., beer garden & music at 9 p.m.
August 2026 (undated)
Shoreline (11 miles N)
Stroll along car-free 15th Avenue NE, and listen to free jazz at two outdoor venues (starting 6:30 p.m.) and seven indoor venues with a ticket (starting 7 p.m.) during North City Jazz Walk. Buy “jazz bites” in venues or at food trucks. North City Lounge is for age 21+. List of venues.
August 2026 (undated)
Burien (12 miles S)
Visit Burien shops that host wine tasting with a ticket to Burien Uncorked for age 21+. Buy online then pick up your glass, map, and 15 tasting tickets at Discover Burien, 611 SW 152nd St. in Burien. Held in April and August.
August 2026 (undated)
Lake Forest Park (13 miles N)
Hear emerging Washington state bands perform outdoors with food vendors plus a beer & wine garden at ShoreLake Battle of the Bands at Pfingst Animal Acres Park, 17435 Brookside Blvd. NE in Lake Forest Park.
August 2026 (undated)
Mountlake Terrace (13 miles N)
Shop from hot-sauce vendors, food trucks, and local restaurants at Get Sauced, which promises live music, family activities, and contests at West Plaza Marketplace, 5602 232nd St. SW in Mountlake Terrace. You can walk half a mile from Link Light Rail or take the connecting bus.
August 2026 (undated)
Bellevue (14 miles E)
Bellevue International Festival promises “family-friendly activities and performances that celebrate diverse cultures and communities” with a few food trucks at Crossroads Park, 16140 NE 8th St. in Bellevue.
August 2026 (undated)
multiple locations
Take an 80-mile ride downhill from Snoqualmie Pass on the Summit to Sound, with optional shuttle bus from Seacrest Park. The finish-line celebration has live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and family activities at Seacrest Park.
August 2026 (undated)
Renton (14 miles SE)
Honoring Our Ancestors is a gala that includes a “decadent traditional meal” (salmon or chicken or vegan), songs and storytelling, and a silent auction at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington, 1053 Lake Washington Blvd. N in Renton.
August 2026 (undated)
Renton (14 miles SE)
Watch the Seahawks practice outdoors at Seahawks Training Camp. Your ticket includes bus transportation from The Landing Parking Garage at 810 N 10th St. in Renton. Park on the third or fourth floor, and bring only items allowed by the Clear Bag Policy.
August 2026 (undated)
All state parks
On Discover Pass Free Days, you can freely explore the 145 Washington State Parks.
August 2026 (undated)
Redmond (15 miles NE)
Redmond Wine Walk includes a wine glass and 12 tastes in shops at Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave. NE in Redmond. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 2026 (undated)
Redmond (15 miles NE)
Join 20,000 people enjoying Indian music, dance, games, art, shopping, and delicious food at Ananda Mela on Redmond City Hall Campus, 15670 NE 85th St. in Redmond.
August 2026 (undated)
Lynnwood (16 miles NE)
Antique Doll & Toy Market features 50 vendors of “antique to mid-century-modern dolls, toys, books, clothing, furniture, and teddy bears” at Embassy Suites, 20610 44th Ave. W in Lynnwood. Held in multiple months.
August 2026 (undated)
Redmond (16 miles NE)
Marymoor Live presents a variety of live music in a lush outdoor setting at Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond. Lawn ticket holders should bring a low-back chair or blanket.
August 2026 (undated)
Redmond (16 miles NE)
Focused on local farms, chefs, and restaurants, Chomp! has a farmer’s market, healthy food, ecological activities, recycled art, cooking demos, live music, a street-band parade (4:15 p.m.), farm animals, tree climbing, and a beverage garden at Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond. Free parking.
August 2026 (undated)
Lynnwood (17 miles NE)
Hear live music, buy Hawaiian food and crafts, make a flower lei, learn to hula dance, and watch a grand finale show (6:30 p.m.) at Lynnwood Luau in the plaza outside Lynnwood Event Center, 3711 196th St. SW in Lynnwood.
August 2026 (undated)
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Taste wine in shops during Edmonds Summer Wine Walk held in July & August. Your ticket includes a tasting glass and 10 tickets for one-ounce pours. Check-in locations include Edmonds Historical Museum, 118 5th Ave. N in Edmonds. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
August 2026 (undated)
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
Summer Concerts bring top jazz, rock, blues, and contemporary artists to the amphitheater at Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St. in Woodinville. Bring a blanket or low-back chair if you buy a lawn ticket.
August 2026 (undated)
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
Enjoy wine tasting, fine dining, a gala, and an online auction during the Auction of Washington Wines.
August 2026 (undated)
Bremerton (18 miles W via ferry)
Walk aboard the ferry in Seattle for a one-hour cruise to Kitsap Wine Festival at Harborside Fountain Park, 251 1st St. in Bremerton for age 21+. Your tasting ticket includes 10 wine samples, with food available from vendors.
August 2026 (undated)
Issaquah (18 miles E)
Watch 38 films during Issaquah International Film Festival at Longman Performing Arts Center, 700 2nd Ave. SE in Issaquah.
August 2026 (undated)
Seattle & Eastside
Beer Run is a 5K fun run that includes a beer, door prizes, live music, food trucks, and local vendors for $47. Repeats at different breweries all summer.
August 2026 (undated)
Woodinville (19 miles NE)
Celebrate Woodinville Festival [scroll down their web page] starts with pancakes at the fire station, followed by an 11 a.m. parade on 175th Street, a farmer’s market on Festival Street, plus an arts & crafts fair, wine & beer garden, food vendors, and kids’ activities at Wilmot Gateway Park, 17301 131st Ave. NE in Woodinville.
August 2026 (undated)
Kent (20 miles SE)
All Ford Show & Mustang Round Up promises “fun, food, and cool cars” plus vintage fire trucks and hydroplanes at ShoWare Center, 625 W James St. in Kent.
August 2026 (undated)
Des Moines (20 miles S)
Cambodian Cultural Celebration showcases traditional dance, martial arts, live music, food vendors, and games at Saltwater State Park, 25205 8th Place S in Des Moines. Parking is $10 if you don’t have a Discover Pass.
August 2026 (undated)
Kent (21 miles S)
Cajun & Creole Fest promises high-energy Zydeco and Cajun bands, Cajun-themed food trucks, a beer & wine garden, vendors, and kids activities outdoors at Burlington Green, 101 Railroad Ave. N in Kent. Bring costumes, folding chairs, and blankets.
August 2026 (undated)
multiple locations
Stroll through golden fields of sunflowers at local farms, which offer photo props, wagon rides, and kids’ activities. Check websites below for any admission fees or closed dates.
August 2026 (undated)
Snoqualmie (27 miles E)
Immerse yourself in Korean culture at Waba Korea Expo & Festival, which features food, products, and dance performances at Snoqualmie Casino, 37500 SE North Bend Way in Snoqualmie.
August 2026 (undated)
Carnation (27 miles E)
Enjoy music in the great outdoors during Remlinger Concerts at Remlinger Farms, 32610 NE 32nd St. in Carnation. Bus is $55.
August 2026 (undated)
Carnation (27 miles E)
Thing bills itself as “an eclectic and intimate festival of music and arts,” with seven acts a day, vendors, and a kids’ fun park at Remlinger Farms, 32610 NE 32nd St. in Carnation. Free for children age 12 and younger.
August 2026 (undated)
Snoqualmie (27 miles E)
Watch professional golfers vie for a $2 million purse in the Boeing Classic at The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge, 36005 SE Ridge St. in Snoqualmie. The schedule includes a jet flyover.
August 2026 (undated)
Maple Valley (28 miles SE)
Your child can meet princesses Belle & Sleeping Beauty, hear them sing and read stories, dance, and eat at Princess Picnic at Lake Wilderness Arboretum, 22520 SE 248th St. in Maple Valley. Each ticket includes an adult and child. Optional pre-party at 11 a.m.
August 2026 (undated)
Snoqualmie (29 miles E)
Snoqualmie Days has a pancake breakfast (7 to 11 a.m.), a parade (10 a.m.), train rides for sale, live music, a kids’ area, model trains in city hall, and vendors on car-free Railroad Avenue next to Northwest Railway Museum, 38625 SE King St. in Snoqualmie. (Music crawl Friday night.)
August 2026 (undated)
Snohomish (31 miles NE)
Snohomish Block Party includes a street fair and artisan market, food vendors, a beer garden, a kids’ zone, and bands playing grunge, punk, and indie rock at Harvey Airfield, 10530 Airport Way in Snohomish. Children age 17 and younger are free.
August 2026 (undated)
Monroe (32 miles NE)
Browse fossils, minerals, and crystals; try your hand at preparing a fish fossil; let the kids dig for treasures; and visit Dreadnought Brewing next door during the family-friendly Open House at FossilEra, 16722 146th St. SE, Suite 190 in Monroe.
August 2026 (undated)
Monroe (33 miles NE)
Meet farm animals, watch pigs race, eat fair food, see monster trucks, visit the carnival, and catch a show at the Evergreen State Fair, which is located at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 11405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Closed Wednesday. Schedule.
August 2026 (undated)
Snohomish (33 miles NE)
Mingle with medieval knights, jesters, and peasants at the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire, with entertainment, craft & food vendors, and alehouses for adults at Meadow Wood Equestrian Center, 18601 Sky Meadows Lane in Snohomish. No pets. Evening events run until midnight on Fri. & Sat.
August 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Glass Fest Northwest features live glassblowing, music, food vendors, and hands-on activities in the plaza, plus free admission to the Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St. in Tacoma.
August 2026 (undated)
Sumner (34 miles S)
Sip Sumner: Hot August Nights includes a glass and eight tastes of wine, beer, or cider from dozens of shops along Main Street in downtown Sumner for age 21+.
August 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (34 miles S)
Experience native dancing, drumming, singing, fashion, fried bread, and handmade crafts during In the Spirit Northwest Native Festival at Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave. in Tacoma. Enjoy free admission to the museum, as well as Tacoma Art Museum and Museum of Glass.
August 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Raise a glass at Brew Five Three, which offers dozens of craft brewers pouring beer and cider, food trucks, and Northwest bands at Tacoma Armory, 1001 S Yakima Ave. in Tacoma for age 21+. Your ticket includes a five-ounce glass and 8 tastes.
August 2026 (undated)
Tacoma parks
Bring blankets or folding chairs to Outdoor Movies in the parks, which screen PG-rated films at dusk. Arrive early on some days for family-friendly activities starting at 2 p.m.
August 2026 (undated)
Langley (35 miles N via ferry)
Little Big Fest promises “world class music, unique art, delicious food & drink, a family zone, a healing zone, a disco, and workshops” at Whidbey Island Fairgrounds and Event Center, 819 Camano Ave. in Langley. Children age 12 and younger are free.
August 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (37 miles S)
Cheer the Tacoma Rainiers at Cheney Stadium, 2502 S Tyler St. in Tacoma, where baseball meets beer, peanuts, and local restaurants.
August 2026 (undated)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
See top performers from grandstand seats at the Washington State Fair, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup.
August 2026 (undated)
Snohomish (38 miles NE)
River's Edge Music & Brews offers live music all day, lawn games, food trucks, and local breweries at Stocker Fields, 27 Pine Ave. in Snohomish for age 21+. No pets.
August 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (39 miles S)
Enjoy music for all ages, with sweeping Puget Sound views, food trucks, beer, and wine at Showbox Concerts at Dune Peninsula on Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park, 5361 Yacht Club Road in Tacoma. Free parking.
August 2026 (undated)
Tacoma (41 miles SW)
Step into the past at Brigade Encampment, a lively re-creation of the first day fur traders came to Tacoma. Enjoy demonstrations, puppet shows, games, and music at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, 5519 Five Mile Drive in Tacoma. Free for children age 3 and younger.
August 2026 (undated)
University Place (43 miles SW)
Watch professionals perform kite tricks, visit food trucks, and fly a kite at the Kite Festival in the central meadow at Chambers Creek Regional Park, 6320 Grandview Drive W in University Place. Bring a kite or order one online. Parking $5.
August 2026 (undated)
Arlington (43 miles N)
Arlington SkyFest has pre-show entertainment, vendors, a car show, aerobatic pilots (6 p.m.), a laser show (9 p.m.), and lighted drones flying in formation (9:20 p.m.), with narration on FM radio. Your parking ticket includes up to 8 people at Arlington Municipal Airport, 18204 59th Ave. NE in Arlington.
August 2026 (undated)
Lakewood (44 miles S)
Pour in the Park includes a wine glass and 12 tasting tickets for beer or wine, with food trucks available at Lakewold Gardens, 12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW in Lakewood for age 21+. This is a public event.
August 2026 (undated)
Arlington (52 miles N)
Visit eight farms during Summer Farm Fest at Rooted Northwest to shop for produce, tour the farms, feed friendly ducks, craft handmade keepsakes, and listen to live music at Rooted Northwest, 13322 228th St. NE in Arlington. See the schedule. No pets.
August 2026 (undated)
Snoqualmie Pass (55 miles E)
Run downhill through forests and a former train tunnel in one of the Tunnel Marathons, which qualify 40% of its participants for the Boston Marathon, starting at Palouse to Cascades State Park – Hyak Trailhead, Iron Horse Trail at Snoqualmie Pass. See their parking page. Held in June, August, and September.
August 2026 (undated)
Port Townsend (57 miles NW via ferry)
Acoustic Blues Showcase concert is the highlight of the Acoustic Blues Festival at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way in Port Townsend.
August 2026 (undated)
Port Townsend (57 miles NW via ferry)
Olympic Music Festival delivers world-class concerts, mostly in Wheeler Theater at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way in Port Townsend.
August 2026 (undated)
Olympia (62 miles S)
Olympia Harbor Days has craft vendors, food trucks, live music, vintage tugboat tours (Sat.), and a tugboat procession (Sun. noon) followed by a race. Park free on the street or in a dirt lot at Marine Drive NE & Market Street NE in Olympia. Begins Friday at 5 p.m.
August 2026 (undated)
Olympia (62 miles S)
South Sound Block Party promises 20 bands, food vendors, games, a beer garden, and Puget Sound views from the parking lot at 1422 Marine Dr NE in Olympia. Free for children age 12 and younger.
August 2026 (undated)
Rainier (69 miles S)
Walk through Revolutionary War encampments, talk to history buffs, and watch demonstrations at the Early American Heritage Festival at Wilkowski Park, 206 Thurston Co Rails-To-Trails in Rainier (near Olympia). Schedule.
August 2026 (undated)
Darrington (72 miles NE)
Re/Evolution Festival offers music, camping, vendors, speakers, and workshops at Darrington Bluegrass Music Park, 42501 State Rte 530 NE in Darrington. No glass or dogs.
August 2026 (undated)
Darrington (72 miles NE)
Rock the Mountain offers “great music, good vibes, and unforgettable experiences at the foot of beautiful Whitehorse Mountain” with live performances, dance, and crafts at Darrington Bluegrass Music Park, 42501 State Rte 530 NE in Darrington. Free for age 12 and younger. Schedule.
August 2026 (undated)
Anacortes (81 miles N)
Anacortes Arts Festival has 220 juried art booths, fine art in Depot Arts Center, food & beverages, kids’ activities, and two stages of entertainment on Commercial Avenue (from 2nd St. to 10th St.) in Anacortes.
August 2026 (undated)
Ashford (84 miles SE)
Rainier Music Festival has five bands playing rock, reggae, blues, and soul, plus a beer garden and food trucks in the amphitheater at Ashford County Park, 29801 State Route 706 in Ashford. Children age 17 and younger are free. Camping available. Friday night is an open mic. stage at Rainier BaseCamp Bar & Grill.
August 2026 (undated)
Centralia (87 miles S)
Washington State Garlic Fest offers garlic cuisine, beer, wine, vendors, live music, chain-saw carving, and kids’ activities at Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, 1909 S Gold St. in Centralia. Children younger than age 5 are free. No pets.
August 2026 (undated)
All national parks
Entry is free at Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks on Free Entrance Days in the National Parks. Expect more people and less parking than usual.
August 2026 (undated)
George (150 miles E)
Headbangers flock to Bass Canyon for “the heaviest hitting artists in the scene and gorgeous views” with camping available at the Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Road NW in George.
August 2026 (undated)
George (150 miles E)
Watch 28 acts at the Watershed Festival, with food vendors, bars, games, line dancing, and camping at Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Road NW in George. FAQ.
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