The $12 Emerald City Short Film Festival is “devoted to showcasing local Washington filmmakers” and includes 17 films totaling 150 minutes at SIFF Film Center, 167 Republican St. in Seattle.
Shop from 40 artists, enjoy goblin face painting, and watch a goblin costume contest (4 p.m.) during Goblin Guild Bazaar at Fremont Abbey Arts Center, 4272 Fremont Ave. N in Seattle.
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.
Lake City Summer Festival & Parade has a car show, a family zone with petting zoo, food trucks, 100 craft vendors, and live music near the Lake City Branch of Seattle Public Library, 12501 28th Ave. NE in Seattle. Enjoy three parades (kids 6 p.m., dogs 6:30 p.m., grand parade 7 p.m.). Schedule.
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 for $6. Parking $10.
Rainier Music Festival has six acts 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.
The Blue Angels perform on one practice day (Thurs. 11 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.) and three air show days (Fri., Sat., Sun. at 3:30 p.m.). Watch them free, or pay for a special event:
The $250 First Look includes brunch, an auction, a no-host bar, and views of the Blue Angels.
Premium seating for the airshow and hydroplane races ranges from grandstands to VIP sections.
Jet Blast Bash has food vendors, a beer garden, and family workshops next to Boeing Field. It’s included with admission to The Museum of Flight.
Watch from aboard a boat, departing from Ballard, Kirkland, or Lake Union.
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. This event is free, but the website asks you to register online.
Magnolia Summerfest includes live music, a kids’ zone with free activities, a beer garden, a vendor village, a movie The Sandlot (Fri. dusk), a parade (Sat. 10 a.m.), and a talent show (Sun. 10 a.m.) at Magnolia Playfield, 2518 34th Ave. W in Seattle. No dogs or tents. Schedule.
Seafair Weekend Festival includes three days of hydroplanes racing on Lake Washington and airplanes flying overhead in the Boeing Air Show, with the Blue Angels daily at 3:30 p.m. The classic car show is Sat. & Sun. near Stan Sayres Memorial Park, 3808 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. Admission is free on Friday.
Hear 10 artists perform at Kitsap Rock & Blues Festival (formerly Kitsap Blues Music Festival), which has beer gardens and food vendors at Kitsap County Fairgrounds & Events Center, 1200 Fairgrounds Road NW in Bremerton for age 21+.
Anacortes Arts Festival has 220 juried art booths, an art exhibition in Depot Arts Center, food & beverages, kids’ activities, and two stages of entertainment on Commercial Avenue (from 2nd St. to 10th St.) in Anacortes.
Shop from more than 100 vendors of hand-dyed yarn, fiber, and crafts during Flock Fiber Festival at Seattle Convention Center Summit, 900 Pine St. in Seattle. The schedule includes classes both days plus Friday.
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.
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 (7 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.
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.
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. [Website says you can buy tickets at the door.]
Capitol Hill Block Party is a three-day music festival with 70 bands, DJs, craft booths, food trucks, and beer gardens. Enter at 12th Ave. & E Pike St. in Seattle for age 21+.
Gates open at 4:15 p.m. for the $17 Seahawks Football Fest with live music and inflatable bounce houses, Seahawks dancers, a gaming zone, players practicing (5:20 p.m.), and an autographed football toss from the players (7:20 p.m.) at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
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.
Duwamish River Festival celebrates the river’s amazing restoration with kids’ art activities, a petting zoo, dancers, musicians, kayak rides, and food vendors at Duwamish River People's Park and Shoreline Habitat, 8700 Dallas Ave. S in Seattle.
Bellevue International Festival promises “family-friendly activities and performances that celebrate diverse cultures and communities” with art vendors and food trucks at Crossroads Park, 16140 NE 8th St. in Bellevue.
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.
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.
Experience native dancing, drumming, singing, fashion, fried bread, and handmade crafts during In the Spirit Arts Market & 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.
“Enjoy live music, watch local artists, and participate in family-friendly activities” free of charge during Wine in the Pines at Suncadia Resort, 3600 Suncadia Trail in Cle Elum. You can buy refreshments à la carte, or buy an inclusive package:
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.
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.
The Festival at Mount Si features vendors, 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, a 5K trail run, a parade (Sat. 10:30 a.m.), a chili cook-off (Sun.), and fireworks (Sat. 10 p.m.) at Torguson Park.
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. Walk on the ferry boat and then take the free bus to Coupeville.
The family-friendly Othello Park International Festival has lively dancers, hands-on art, fun games, and tempting food vendors at Othello Park, 4351 S Othello St. in Seattle.
Smol Art Mart is a collection of 135 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. There are also food vendors and craft-making stations.
Music & art lovers converge on 6th Avenue in Tacoma (from Alder St. to State St.) for Art on the Ave, which promises 200 local artists and vendors, beer gardens, a kids’ zone, and entertainment near TAPCO Credit Union, 2802 6th Ave. in Tacoma.
Stroll along car-free 15th Avenue NE, and listen to free jazz at two outdoor venues (starting 6:30 p.m.) and five indoor venues with a ticket (starting 7 p.m.) during North City Jazz Walk. Buy “jazz bites” in venues or at food trucks. Two of the seven venues are for age 21+.
The $56 After Hours: Summer Vacation has animal-themed activities, a scavenger hunt, aquarium exhibits, a no-host bar, and food for sale at Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59 in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Aire Craft Festival features “free flight, street arts, and outdoor culture” including aerial performances, films, live music, craft-making, and a Front Street parade (Sat. 5 p.m.) surrounding Issaquah Community Center, 301 Rainier Blvd. S in Issaquah. Schedule.
Dancing ‘til Dusk offers a one-hour dance lesson followed by music and dancing in downtown Seattle parks on Tuesdays and Thursdays, plus Sunday Aug. 30.
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.
Explore the galleries after hours, make art, and buy a drink in the courtyard during Frye Nouveau at Frye Art Museum, 704 Terry Ave. in Seattle for age 21+. Register free online.
A $45 ticket to the Wine Walk includes a glass and “12 pours from local wineries” in The Village at Totem Lake near the Cinemark, 12600 120th Ave. NE in Kirkland for age 21+.
Meet 100 winemakers, visit tasting bars, eat food from chef stations, play games, and witness a lively auction at Winemaker Picnic & Barrel Auction at Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St. in Woodinville. Available tickets range from $104 to $233.
GreenStage performs Coriolanus or The Winter’s Tale 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 Tempest or The Two Noble Kinsmen.) Schedule.
PhinneyWood Art Walk is “more than a gallery walk, it’s a neighborhood party with music and performances at [30] participating businesses” north of Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. See their interactive map of venues.
Watch “1200 illuminated drones recreate your favorite characters and most beloved moments from the Harry Potter films” during DroneArt Show: Harry Potter at Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond. Tickets are $35 to $88.
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 12 and younger are free. No pets.
Immerse yourself in Korean culture at Waba Korea Expo & Festival, which features food, products, and dance performances at Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
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.
Chief Seattle Days, hosted by The Suquamish Tribe, features a memorial service at the gravesite of Chief Seattle (Sat. 10 a.m.), a salmon bake (Sat. & Sun. noon), a 5K run (Sun. 9 a.m.), traditional dances, canoe races, tournaments, and vendors in Suquamish. Schedule.
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 on Aug. 14 at 11:20 a.m.
Browse fossils, minerals, and crystals; 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.
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.
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.
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.
Omak Stampede includes a daily suicide horse race—where riders charge down a steep hill into the Okanogan River, inspired by native endurance races—along with an Indian encampment and powwow, a rodeo, an art show, a carnival, and a Saturday parade (10 a.m.) at Omak Stampede Rodeo on Ferry St. in Omak. Schedule.
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.
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.
Sail into postcard-like views of Elliott Bay aboard the schooner Bay Lady. Your two-hour voyage departs from Seattle's Tall Ship, 2201 Alaskan Way in Seattle. Snacks and drinks are sold onboard. Price varies slightly by date.
Enjoy delicious samples from eight artisan vendors on the highly rated $75 Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market. Meet your friendly tour guide in front of Simply Seattle at 1600 1st Ave.
Monthly Columbia City Night Market has 8 food trucks, 20 makers and vendors, live music, and a beer garden on 37th Avenue S. (from S. Ferdinand to S. Edmunds). Walk 10 minutes from Columbia City rail station to 4850 37th Ave. S in Seattle.
Wear 1970s attire, or dress as a classic flight attendant for the $120 Sky Lounge 1970 party, which includes two drinks, dinner, “spicy confessions and personal stories” by flight attendants, games, live music, and dancing at The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle for age 21+.
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., but beer garden & music end at 9 p.m.
Shop from 40 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.
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.
Hear live music, buy Hawaiian food and crafts, register for the Hawaiian shirt competition (6 p.m.), and watch dance performances including the grand finale show at Lynnwood Luau in the plaza outside Lynnwood Event Center, 3711 196th St. SW in Lynnwood.
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. No pets.
Sip Sumner: Urban Cowboy includes a glass and eight tastes of wine, beer, or cider from dozens of shops along Main Street in downtown Sumner for age 21+.
SummerFest has 100 vendors, 30 food trucks, international stage shows, a beer garden, aerial motocross, circus performers, Lego, classic cars (until 4:30 p.m.), and fire dancers (7:45 p.m.) at Fort Steilacoom Park, 8714 87th Ave. SW in Lakewood. Schedule.
Beer has a long history in the Olympia area because of its natural springs. Taste 125 northwest beers (plus cider and spirits) at Tumwater Artesian Brewfest, with food vendors and games, at Tumwater Valley Golf Club, 4611 Tumwater Valley Drive SE in Tumwater. Bring age 21+ ID and $10 cash to park. No pets.
The highlight of Seattle Design Festival is the weekend Block Party, which fills a park with large art installations, performances, and hands-on design activities at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle.
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. Check out the nearby farmer’s market on Sunday.
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 go until midnight on Fri. (adults only) & Sat. (all ages).
Step aboard The Hiyu for a floating dance party on Lake Union, with live or DJ music, food vendors, and bars. Most voyages depart from the dock at MOHAI, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle for age 21+. Some dates are sold out.
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.)
Capitol Hill Garage Sale features dozens of neighborhood sales plus 150 sellers gathered in Cal Anderson Park, 1635 11th Ave. in Seattle. You may also want to visit Capitol Hill Farmers’ Market just north of the park (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.).
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.
Artists and organizations showcase their photo-based publications (zines, books, magazines, prints, etc.) at Photo Zine & Book Fairat Photographic Center Northwest, 900 12th Ave. in Seattle.
Popular YouTuber Chris Ramsay presents his live show It’s Probably Nothing about UFOs, the paranormal, puzzles, and magic at Neptune Theatre, 1303 NE 45th St. in Seattle.
Watch 11 folklorico dance groups perform with live music, food vendors, and crafts for sale during Pacific Northwest Folklorico Festival at South Seattle College, 6000 16th Ave. SW in Seattle.
Lace up to join Sundae Runday along scenic Lake Washington, beginning at Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. Events include a kids’ dash, a 10K, a 5K, and a 2-mile walk, followed by awards and an ice cream sundae.
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.
Mustang Round Up & All Ford Show promises “fun, food, and cool cars” plus vintage fire trucks and hydroplanes at ShoWare Center, 625 W James St. in Kent.
Washington State International Kite Festival fills the sky with colorful kites flown by competitors and the general public. The nearby World Kite Museum, 303 SW Sid Snyder Drive in Long Beach is not free.
The Totally ‘90s Sing Along projects 30 subtitled music videos on screen so you can sing along to NSYNC, TLC, Nirvana, Alanis Morissette, and the Spice Girls at Central Cinema, 1411 21st Ave. in Seattle. To buy a $17 ticket, click “7:00” on their page, and then “Continue As Guest.”
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.
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.
Combining circus, cirque, and vaudeville, Venardos Circus features talented acrobats, aerialists, jugglers, and dancers in a tent at Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St. in Tacoma. Yelp reviews.
A $40 ticket to Redmond Wine Walk includes a wine glass and 12 tastes in shops at Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave. NE in Redmond for age 21+. Enjoy live music in the plaza.
The $99 Wine Train Excursion includes a train ride with views, a wine glass, hors d’oeuvres, and eight wine tastes for age 21+. The train departs at 5 p.m. from Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St. in Snoqualmie. Held several times a year.
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.
“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.
Washington State Garlic Fest offers garlic cuisine, beer, wine, vendors, workshops, live music, chain-saw carving, and kids’ activities at Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, 1909 S Gold St. in Centralia. Children age 12 and younger are free.
Billed as a speakeasy casino, All In promises “games, secrets, live music, and mysteries” at Base Camp Studios 2, 1901 3rd Ave. in Seattle for age 18+. No alcohol. Tickets $49 to $97.
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. Expect food vendors plus a beer & wine garden. Optional reserved seating $10.
A $40 ticket to Sips in the Square includes 12 tasting tickets to redeem in shops in the Pioneer Square district, beginning at Grand Central Building, 214 1st Ave. S in Seattle. No pets.
Amateur robot enthusiasts exhibit new technologies, share ideas, show off robotic creations, and compete during Robothon at Punk Rock Flea Market, 420 15th Ave. E, Seattle in Seattle.
Hear emerging Washington state bands perform original music outdoors with a few 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.
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.
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 $50 ticket includes an adult and child. Optional $25 pre-party at 11 a.m.
Snoqualmie Days has a pancake breakfast at the fire station (7 to 11 a.m.), a parade (11 a.m.), train rides for sale, a kids’ area in the park, model trains at city hall, and vendors on car-free Railroad Avenue near Northwest Railway Museum, 38625 SE King St. in Snoqualmie. Musicians will play in shops beginning 3:30 p.m. Schedule.
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.
Festival Sundiata celebrates African-American art, entertainment, and culture at Seattle Center Armory & Mural Amphitheatre, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
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.
Enjoy an appetizer as you watch a professional chef prepare a meal, and then get “substantial tastes” at classes offered by Hot Stove Society in Hotel Andra, 2000 4th Ave. in Seattle.
Based on a story by J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child features the grown up versions of Harry, Ron, and Hermione who must “grapple with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs” with illusions and magic at Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle for age 8+. Closed Mondays.
See dozens of sculptures on display and for sale during the Stone Sculpture Exhibit at the Overlook Terrace in Kubota Garden, 9817 55th Ave. S in Seattle. This Japanese American garden has 20 acres with ponds and paths to explore. Parking is limited.
A $40 ticket to 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+. Free shuttle bus from the high school.
Hear bossa nova, samba, and the jazz flavors of Brazil at Concerts Under the Stars, with city views from atop Olympic Rooftop Pavilion, 5214 Ballard Ave. NW in Seattle for age 21+. A one-drink minimum applies.
Hear six storytellers “lay bare their cringiest dates and one-night-stand stories” onstage during About Last Night: Dating Disaster Stories, with a live musician singing songs about the dates at Fremont Abbey Arts Center, 4272 Fremont Ave. N in Seattle for age 21+.
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.
Hear live music, watch performances, shop for handmade goods, buy food, and visit the beer garden during The Night Shift at Pike Place Market, 85 Pike St. in Seattle.
South Sound Block Party promises 14 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 younger than age 12.
Arts in the Garden showcases garden art by 26 artists on the lawn and flower beds of Bellevue Botanical Garden, 12001 Main St. in Bellevue. A few food trucks on the weekend. Pay to park, or walk uphill from the free parking area.
Makah Days Celebration includes fireworks (Fri. 10 p.m.), a street fair, canoe races, dances, a talent show, a parade, traditional dances, and a salmon bake at Dakwas Park in Neah Bay. Free entry; $20 vehicle permit required to camp, hike, or explore the beach.
Waterfront Block Party promises “live music, dance, parades, food trucks, family-friendly crafts, and vendors” along the waterfront. Locations include the Salish Steps, Pier 58, and Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
“Explore Ukrainian traditions, enjoy live performances, taste authentic food, and connect with the local community” during The Celebration of Ukrainian Independence Day at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
Visit Asian restaurants that offer $6 or $8 bites during CID Food Walk, beginning at Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle. Held in July & August.
The Trapeze Soirée is “all flying trapeze” at Emerald City Trapeze Arts, 2702 6th Ave. S in Seattle for all ages. Beverages will be for sale. Doors open 6 p.m.
Taste 10 samples from Washington wineries, breweries, and cider makers at $50 Art Uncorked, with art vendors, live music, and food for sale in tents for age 21+ at Greta Hackett Outdoor Sculpture Gallery, I-90 Trail on Mercer Island. No pets or smoking.
See electric-powered aircraft outdoors, watch the film Pulitzer: Electric Aircraft Race, and attend a live panel discussion with the top-three race winners during Electric Aircraft Expo at The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle.
Enjoy live blues music, beer from 15 local breweries, ginger beer, and food for sale at $56 Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Fest at Des Moines Beach Park, 22030 Cliff Ave. S in Des Moines. Bring no children, pets, food, or beverages.
A $100 ticket to the Polynesian Luau includes an “island style dinner,” live Polynesian music and cultural dances, traditional Samoan fire-knife dancing, and arts & crafts at Asia Pacific Cultural Center at 4851 S Tacoma Way in Tacoma. Children’s tickets age 4 to 11 are $13.
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.
Bring a blanket or chair to Confluence Music Festival, which offers art, food, beverages, and “local and internationally renowned musicians” at Confluence Park, 595 Rainier Blvd. N in Issaquah.
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