August 2025
Enjoy the best events, festivals, and fun things to do around Puget Sound—including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellevue.
August 1, 2025
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. Repeats in July.
August 1, 2025
Waterfront (1.3 miles S)
Seafair Fleet Week includes ship tours, displays, military dog demonstrations, and entertainment at Pier 46. The parade of ships is visible from along the waterfront and can be heard on FM 88.9.
August 1 - 3, 2025
South Seattle
August 1 - 3, 2025
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. evening), a parade (Sat. 10 a.m.), and a talent show (Sun. 10 a.m.) at Magnolia Playfield, 2518 34th Ave. W in Seattle.
August 1 - 3, 2025
Mount Baker (5.4 miles SE)
Seafair Weekend Festival features hydroplanes racing on Lake Washington (Friday is free), airplanes flying overhead in the Boeing Air Show, and classic cars (Sat. & Sun.) parked on the lakeshore at Stan Sayres Memorial Park, 3808 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. The Blue Angeles fly every day.
August 1 - 3, 2025
Anacortes (81 miles N)
Anacortes Arts Festival has hundreds of juried art booths, fine art in Depot Arts Center, food & beverages, kids’ activities, and two stages of entertainment on Commercial Avenue (from 10th St. to the water) in Anacortes. No dogs.
August 1 - 3, 2025
George (150 miles E)
Watch 31 acts at the Watershed Festival at Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Road NW in George. Camping available.
August 1 & 9, 2025
Tacoma (39 miles S)
Showbox Concerts at Dune Peninsula are five all-ages concerts with a view of Puget Sound, food trucks, beer, wine, and free parking on Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park, 5361 Yacht Club Road in Tacoma. News article.
| Date | Time | Artist |
| Aug. 1 | 6:00 PM | Caamp |
| Aug. 9 | 5:30 PM | Sam Barber |
August 1 - 12, 2025
Renton (14 miles SE)
Watch the Seahawks practice outdoors in Renton with a ticket to Seahawks Training Camp. You ride a bus to the camp from The Pro Shop, 840 N 10th Place in Renton. Carried items must follow the Clear Bag Policy.
August 1 - 16, 2025
Seattle, Lynnwood, Burien, Fall City
Bring a blanket or chair, and maybe a picnic to eat while watching GreenStage perform either Much Ado about Nothing or Richard III by Shakespeare in a park. (Smaller parks have short versions of A Midsummer Night’s Dream or The Taming of the Shrew.) Schedule.
August 1 - 17, 2025
Seattle, Mercer Island, and more
Watch a live two-hour performance of As You Like It by William Shakespeare in many Puget Sound parks during Wooden O. You can bring blankets, chairs, and food.
August 1 - 22, 2025 (Fridays)
Seattle Center (0.8 miles NW)
Watch movies on a 40-foot screen with captions at Movies at the Mural on the lawn at Mural Amphitheater, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Bring low-back chairs, blankets, or bean bags. Begins at dusk, roughly 9 p.m.
| Date | Rating | Movie |
| Aug. 1 | PG | The Princess Bride |
| Aug. 8 | PG | E.T. the Extra Terrestrial |
| Aug. 15 | PG-13 | Say Anything |
| Aug. 22 | PG | Wicked |
August 1 - 24, 2025
Seattle Center (1.3 miles NW)
The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody “drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque” with menacing and risqué dance by scantily clad characters plus droids at Cornish Playhouse, 201 Mercer St. in Seattle. Please bring age 18+ ID.
August 1 - Sept. 2, 2025
South of Seattle
August 1 - Sept. 5, 2025
East of Seattle
August 1 - Sept. 18, 2025
Redmond (16 miles NE)
Marymoor Live presents a wide variety of live music in a green setting. If you buy lawn tickets, bring a low-back chair or blanket to Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond.
August 1 - Sept. 27, 2025
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
The Crocodile presents Oodalalee Concerts at Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle. We list the time each concert actually begins. FAQ.
August 1 - Sept. 27, 2025
North of Seattle
FREE
August 1 - Sept. 28, 2025
SoDo (1.6 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Mariners play an exciting home game at T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. S in Seattle.
August 1 - Oct. 17, 2025
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 1 - Oct. 31, 2025 (6:30 p.m.)
Seattle (multiple locations)
Watch movies in the parks during Center City Cinema. Bring your own blankets and chairs.
August 1 - Dec. 8, 2025
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Watch the women of Seattle Storm play an exciting home game at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle.
August 1 - Dec. 31, 2025
Pioneer Square (0.8 miles S)
After the fire of 1889, Seattle raised the streets and sidewalks by one story. Explore the old ground floor on $30 Underground History Tour at Beneath the Streets, 102 Cherry St.
August 2, 2025 (5 p.m.)
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 2, 2025
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 2, 2025
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 until 5:30 p.m. surrounding the Lake City Branch of Seattle Public Library, 12501 28th Ave. NE in Seattle. There are three evening parades (kids 6 p.m., dogs 6:30 p.m., grand parade 7 p.m.).
August 2, 2025
multiple locations
Take an 80-mile ride downhill from Snoqualmie Pass on the Summit to Sound, with optional shuttle bus from Seacrest Park. Includes a beer and a food ticket for the end-of-ride party at Seacrest Park.
August 2, 2025
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Wineries pour samples in 20 shops during Edmonds Summer Wine Walk held in July & August. The three check-in locations include Edmonds Historical Museum, 118 5th Ave. N in Edmonds. Bring age 21+ ID. No pets.
August 2, 2025 (1:30 p.m.)
Port Townsend (57 miles NW via ferry)
The Acoustic Blues Showcase concert is the highlight of the Acoustic Blues Festival at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way in Port Townsend.
August 2, 2025
Ashford (84 miles SE)
The 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.
August 2 - 3, 2025
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 fashion show (Sat. 4:30 p.m.) is on the schedule.
August 2 - 3, 2025
University Place (43 miles SW)
Watch professionals perform kite tricks, visit food trucks, and fly your own 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 fee.
August 2 & 9, 2025
Kirkland (11 miles NE)
Bring a blanket or chair to watch two movies per night on a giant LED screen during Outdoor Summer Movies at Heritage Park, 111 Waverly Way in Kirkland.
August 2 - 17, 2025
Snohomish (33 miles NE)
Mingle with medieval knights, jesters, and peasants at the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire, which has entertainment, craft & food vendors, plus alehouses for adults at Meadow Wood Equestrian Center, 18601 Sky Meadows Lane in Snohomish. Also open Fri. & Sat. evenings beginning July 18. No pets.
August 2 - 23, 2025 (Saturdays)
Carnation (27 miles E)
Thing is “an eclectic and intimate festival of music and arts,” with seven music acts each day, vendors, and a kids’ fun park at Remlinger Farms, 32610 NE 32nd St. in Carnation. Children age 12 and younger are free.
August 2 - Sept. 1, 2025
Seattle, Bellevue, North Bend
Trailhead Direct is a bus that goes to hiking trails on weekends (also July 4 & Sept. 1). Pay $2.75 each way or $0 for age 18 and younger.
August 2 - Sept. 25, 2025
Seattle area
August 2 - Sept. 27, 2025
Carnation (27 miles E)
Rock out in the great outdoors during Remlinger Concerts at Remlinger Farms, 32610 NE 32nd St. in Carnation. Bus is $55.
August 2 - Oct. 25, 2025 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Skykomish (66 miles NE)
Saturdays, ride atop a miniature train over a bridge and through a tunnel for 10 minutes, 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 3, 2025
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 3 - Sept. 21, 2025
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
Summer Concerts feature “some of the best artists in jazz, rock, blues, and contemporary music” in 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 3 - Oct. 4, 2025
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Sounders play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
August 4, 2025
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 5 - 21, 2025
Bellevue (10 miles E)
Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7 p.m., and Summer Outdoor Movies begin at dusk on a 40-foot screen. Bring a blanket or chairs.
August 5 - 28, 2025
Seattle (multiple locations)
Dancing ‘til Dusk offers a dance lesson the first hour, followed by hours of music and dancing in downtown Seattle parks on Tuesdays and Thursdays, plus Aug. 24, 2025.
August 6, 2025
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 (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.
August 6, 2025
Woodinville (18 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 Sparkman Cellars, 14300 NE 145th St. in Woodinville.
August 6 - 10, 2025
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 dogs.
August 7 - 10, 2025
Morton (93 miles S)
Morton Loggers Jubilee includes a queen’s coronation Thurs., lawn mower races Fri., bed races Sat. 11 a.m., a parade Sat. 11:30 a.m., a logging show Sat. & Sun., a flea market, music, and vendors in and near Morton Loggers’ Jubilee Arena, 451 Knittles Way in Morton. Schedule.
August 7 - 10, 2025
Omak (238 miles NE)
Omak Stampede includes a daily world-famous suicide horse race down a steep slope inspired by native endurance races, an Indian encampment & pow wow, a rodeo, art show, carnival, and a parade (Sat 10 a.m.) at Omak Stampede Rodeo on Ferry St. in Omak.
August 7 - 15, 2025
multiple locations
Candlelight Concert features a string quartet playing familiar songs for an hour in the warm glow of simulated candles.
August 8, 2025
South Lake Union (0.5 miles N)
South Lake Union Block Party has two music stages, food trucks, a beer & cocktails garden, lawn games, and booths for local organizations, at South Lake Union Discovery Center, 101 Westlake Ave. N in Seattle.
August 8 - 9, 2025
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Edmonds Block Party [formerly Taste Edmonds] has a live music stage, a beer garden, food vendors, and kids’ activities in the field at 310 6th Ave. N in Edmonds. Friday is for age 21+.
August 8 - 10, 2025
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
Join cat lovers watching a 70-minute compilation of “the latest, best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses” during CatVideoFest at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
August 8 - 10, 2025
Snoqualmie (27 miles E)
Professional golfers compete for a $2 million purse in the Boeing Classic at The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge, 36005 SE Ridge St. in Snoqualmie. Schedule.
August 8 - 10, 2025
Monroe (32 miles NE)
Shop for fossils, minerals, and crystals, attempt to prepare a fish fossil, check out the kids’ dig pit, and check out the brewery next door during FossilEra Open House at FossilEra, 16722 146th St. SE, Suite 190 in Monroe.
August 9, 2025 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Beacon Hill (3.3 miles SE)
Beacon Arts Street Fair is a mellow monthly event with live music, an art market, food vendors, and family activities in the plaza outside El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave. S in Seattle.
August 9, 2025 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
Sand Point (6.6 miles NE)
Based in Los Angeles, Vegan Street Fair will have 25 vegan vendors, all selling at least one item for $5, on Kite Hill at Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way NE in Seattle.
August 9, 2025
South Park (6.8 miles S)
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.
August 9, 2025
All state parks
On State Parks Free Days, you can picnic and play at any of the 144 Washington State Parks.
August 9, 2025 (2 to 5 p.m.)
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. Your ticket includes 10 wine samples, and you can buy food from vendors. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 9, 2025
Woodinville (19 miles NE)
Celebrate Woodinville Festival [scroll down their web page] has pancakes at the fire station, an 11 a.m. parade on 175th Street, a farmer’s market, an arts & crafts fair, a wine & beer garden, food vendors, and kids’ activities. Some events are at Wilmot Gateway Park, 17301 131st Ave. NE in Woodinville.
August 9, 2025
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Glass Fest Northwest has live glass-making demonstrations, food vendors, music, and hands-on activities in the plaza plus free admission to the Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St. in Tacoma.
August 9, 2025 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Tacoma (34 miles S)
Experience native dancing, drumming, singing, fashion, bread, and crafts for sale at In the Spirit Northwest Native Festival at three Tacoma museums, which have free admission all day (Washington State History Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, and Museum of Glass).
August 9, 2025 (1 to 7 p.m.)
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Enjoy beer & cider from dozens of craft brewers, a meal from local food trucks, and music from Northwest bands during Brew Five Three at Tacoma Armory, 1001 S Yakima Ave. in Tacoma for age 21+. Your ticket includes a glass and 8 tastes.
August 9 - 10, 2025 (12 to 9 p.m.)
Redmond (15 miles NE)
Join 20,000 people enjoying Indian music, dance, games, food, art, and shopping at Ananda Mela outdoors at Redmond City Hall Campus, 15670 NE 85th St. in Redmond.
August 9 - 10, 2025
North Bend (31 miles E)
The Festival at Mount Si has a small arts and crafts fair with food booths, a family zone, a beer garden, live music, and contests at Si View Park, 400 SE Orchard Drive in North Bend. Music crawl downtown (Fri. 6 p.m.), 5K on trail (Sat. 7 a.m.), parades downtown (Sat. 10:15 a.m.), and fireworks at Torguson Park (Sat. 10 p.m.). Schedule.
August 9 - 10, 2025 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Tacoma (41 miles SW)
Brigade Encampment recreates the bustle and excitement when fur traders first visited Tacoma, with demonstrations, puppet shows, games, and live music at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, 5519 Five Mile Drive in Tacoma. Children age 3 and younger are free.
August 9 - 10, 2025
Coupeville (102 miles NW)
Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival has 145 artists selling handmade arts and crafts, live entertainment, and children’s activities on the streets surrounding Coupeville Recreation Hall, 901 NW Alexander St. in Coupeville. Free ferry shuttle bus.
August 9 - 22, 2025
Tacoma parks
Bring blankets or folding chairs to Outdoor Movies in the parks, which screen PG films at dusk. The Aug. 9 & 16 events offer family-friendly activities beginning at 2 p.m.
August 9 - 31, 2025
Port Townsend (57 miles NW via ferry)
Hear world-class concerts at Olympic Music Festival. Most performances are in Wheeler Theater at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way in Port Townsend.
August 9 - Dec. 28, 2025
Eastlake (1.3 miles N)
Enjoy a brunch buffet with an included mimosa or sparkling cider at your private table as you cruise two hours on Lake Union & Washington on the $115 Weekend Brunch Cruise, departing from 901 Fairview Ave. N in Seattle.
August 10, 2025
Seward Park (6 miles SE)
Sundae Runday is a (10K, 5K, 2-mile) run or walk on park trails and closed roads along the shores of Lake Washington, plus a kids’ dash and costume contest, followed by an ice cream sundae. It begins at Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle.
August 10, 2025 (12 to 6 p.m.)
Brighton (6.9 miles SE)
Othello Park International Festival is a family friendly celebration with live music, dancers, art, games, and food vendors at Othello Park, 4351 S Othello St. in Seattle.
August 10, 2025
Victory Heights (7.2 miles N)
North Seattle Jewish Festival promises “a petting zoo, authentic kosher deli delights, friends, and lively Jewish music” for everyone at Victory Heights Playground, 1737 NE 106th St. in Seattle. Donation.
August 10, 2025
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 directions page. Held in June, August, and September.
August 10 - Sept. 3, 2025
Phinney Ridge (4.1 miles N)
ZooTunes features world-class artists at Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. Children age 2 and younger are free.
August 12, 2025 (6:30 p.m.)
Shoreline (11 miles N)
Stroll on car-free 15th Avenue NE to hear jazz at two outdoor venues for free (starts 6:30 p.m.) and seven indoor venues with a ticket (starts 7 p.m.) during North City Jazz Walk. Visit food trucks or buy “jazz bites” at most venues. North City Lounge requires age 21+ ID.
August 13 - 17, 2025
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Seattle Worldcon features expert panels, presentations, workshops, authors, special guests, a film festival, an art show, and awards at Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle.
August 14 - 16, 2025
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
Sample wines, savor fine food, attend a gala, and bid in an online auction during Auction of Washington Wines at Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St. in Woodinville.
August 15, 2025
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 15, 2025 (6 & 8:30 p.m.)
South Lake Union (0.8 miles N)
Your sense of taste is enhanced when you eat a three-course meal blindfolded during Dining in the Dark at The Collective Seattle, 400 Dexter Ave. N in Seattle for age 12+. Choice of fish, meat, or vegan. Drinks and tip extra.
August 15, 2025 (5 to 10 p.m.)
Northlake (3.9 miles N)
Seattle Summer Series promises “free music, circus arts, acro yoga, dance, flow, visual art, and DJ music” for all ages at Gas Works Park, 2101 N Northlake Way in Seattle. Also held July 17, 2025.
August 15 - 16, 2025
Ocean Park (182 miles SW)
Peninsula Rhythm & Blues Festival has a marketplace and 11 acts beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. on Saturday at Port of Peninsula, 3311 275th St. in Ocean Park for age 21+. Camping available. Bring a lawn chair but no food, beverages, children, or pets.
August 15 - 17, 2025
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Admire art on skin at Seattle Tattoo Expo, with 250 artists, competitions, exhibitions, vendors, live music, karaoke, and a burlesque revue in Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St. in Seattle. Schedule.
August 15 - 17, 2025 (10 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Enjoy Korean food, products, and dance performances at Waba Korea Expo & Festival in Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle.
August 15 - 17, 2025
Suquamish (19 miles NW via ferry)
The Suquamish Tribe hosts Chief Seattle Days with salmon bakes (12 p.m.), a memorial service at the gravesite of Chief Seattle (Sat. 10 a.m.), a parade (Sat. 11:30 a.m.), canoe races (Sat. 1 p.m.), games, softball & basketball tournaments, powwows, vendors, and a 5K run (Sun.) in Suquamish. Schedule.
August 15 - 17, 2025
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 15 - 17, 2025
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, Rainier, WA 98576 in Rainier. Activities.
August 15 - 17, 2025
Darrington (72 miles NE)
Rock the Mountain offers “great music, good vibes, and incredible experiences at the foot of the stunning 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.
August 15 - 17, 2025
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 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 16, 2025 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Capitol Hill (2.4 miles NE)
See “rare and interesting cacti, succulents, and other unique plants and accessories” at the Cascade Cactus and Succulent Society Plant Sale at Volunteer Park Conservatory, 1400 E Galer St. in Seattle.
August 16, 2025
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. The August event features “circus collaboration in the form of partner and group acts.”
August 16, 2025 (12 to 10 p.m.)
Seward Park (7.8 miles SE)
The Cantanna Festival features 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 16, 2025 (11 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
Burien (11 miles S)
Burien UFO Festival (BUFO) features flying saucers, alien costume contests, guest speakers, kids’ activities, films, and DJ music at Town Square Park, 480 SW 152nd St. in Burien.
August 16, 2025 (noon)
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 16, 2025
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. Take the free shuttle bus from Redmond Transit Center, or park free at Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond.
August 16, 2025 (2 to 8 p.m.)
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 (7 p.m.) at Lynnwood Luau in the plaza outside Lynnwood Event Center, 3711 196th St. SW in Lynnwood.
August 16, 2025 (2 to 7 p.m.)
Kent (21 miles S)
Cajun 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 16, 2025 (1:30 to 10 p.m.)
Snohomish (31 miles NE)
Snohomish Block Party usually 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, 9900 Airport Way in Snohomish.
August 16, 2025
Snohomish (38 miles NE)
A ticket to River’s Edge Brewfest includes live music, lawn games, a silent auction, food trucks, and 10 tickets to sample drinks from local craft breweries, distilleries, and wineries at Stocker Fields, 27 Pine Ave. in Snohomish for age 21+. Also see Friday evening event. No dogs.
August 16, 2025
Arlington (43 miles N)
Arlington SkyFest has pre-show entertainment, vendors, a car show, aerobatic pilots (6 p.m.), a balloon glow (8:30 p.m.), and lighted drones flying in formation (9:30 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 16, 2025
Tumwater (64 miles S)
Beer has a long history in the Olympia area because of its natural springs. Taste 100 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 16 - 17, 2025
Westlake (1.3 miles N)
Enjoy large art installations, performances, and design activities at Seattle Design Festival Block Party at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle. It’s the highlight of Seattle Design Festival.
August 16 - 17, 2025
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Smol Art Mart features 80 Seattle artists covering subjects like animals, portraits, graphic design, zines, anime, pottery, and jewelry at Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle.
August 16 - 17, 2025
Everett (29 miles N)
Fresh Paint turns downtown Everett into a big outdoor studio with 100 artists’ booths, live entertainment, food vendors, and glassblowing demonstrations. Located near Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave. in Everett. Also consider the nearby Farmer’s market on Sunday.
August 16 - Oct. 18, 2025
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 17, 2025 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Capitol Hill (1 mile NE)
Capitol Hill Garage Sale includes dozens of neighborhood sales, plus 100 sellers in Cal Anderson Park, 1635 11th Ave. in Seattle.
August 17, 2025
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Hear classical guitar, traditional folk music, and samba at BrasilFest. Watch a demonstration of capoeira martial arts, see glittering costumes, and eat authentic food in the Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Some performances are in the outdoor amphitheater.
August 17, 2025 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
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 18 - 24, 2025
Long Beach (172 miles SW)
Watch kite fliers compete at the Washington State International Kite Festival (or fly your own) in Long Beach on the windy Pacific Coast. The nearby World Kite Museum at 303 SW Sid Snyder Drive in Long Beach has an admission fee.
August 20, 2025 (5:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Rainier Beach (7.5 miles SE)
The Seasonal Table is a $125 dinner made by a local chef with seasonal ingredients, plus a cocktail/mocktail hour and silent auction outdoors at Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands, 5513 S Cloverdale St. in Seattle.
August 21 - Sept. 1, 2025
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 22, 2025
Redmond (15 miles NE)
A ticket to Redmond Wine Walk includes a wine glass and 12 tastes of wine in shops at Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave. NE in Redmond. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 22 - 23, 2025 (8 p.m.)
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
Steve Martin & Martin Short deliver jokes, stories, improv, and musical numbers at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle.
August 22 - 23, 2025
Snoqualmie (29 miles E)
Snoqualmie Days has a pancake breakfast (7 to 11 a.m.), a parade (11 a.m.), train rides for sale, a music stage, a kids’ area, model trains in city hall, and vendors on car-free Railroad Avenue next to Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St. in Snoqualmie. (The music crawl is Friday night.)
August 22 - 23, 2025
Olympia (62 miles S)
South Sound Block Party promises 15 bands, a DJ, food vendors, a beer garden, games, and views of Puget Sound from the parking lots surrounding Olympia Area Rowing, 1022 Marine Drive NE in Olympia. Free for children age 12 and younger.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Bellevue (9.2 miles E)
Celebrating colorful toy ponies featured in videos & movies, family-friendly Everfree Northwest promises parties, games, activities, meals, a music concert, a Grand Galloping Gala, vendors, and a full schedule of programs at Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE in Bellevue.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Bellevue (10 miles E)
Dragonflight Convention is “Seattle’s longest running tabletop gaming convention” offering hundreds of hosted games, multiple tournaments, and a library of games at Hilton Bellevue, 300 112th Ave. SE in Bellevue.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Bellevue (11 miles E)
Arts in the Garden features “27 artists and a wide variety of 3-D garden art available for purchase among the flower beds and woodlands of the Bellevue Botanical Garden” at 12001 Main St. in Bellevue. Live music and a few food trucks on Sat. & Sun. Parking fee.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Enumclaw (43 miles SE)
Watch cowboys and cowgirls compete in bull riding, buckin’ broncs, and steer wrestling during Enumclaw Pro Rodeo at Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. SE in Enumclaw. Concerts before and after the Friday and Saturday shows. Camping available.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Centralia (87 miles S)
Washington State Garlic Fest has garlic cuisine, beer & wine, vendors, live music, chain-saw carving, kids’ activities, and a vampire market at Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, 1909 S Gold St. in Centralia. No pets or smoking. Children younger than age 5 are free.
August 22 - 24, 2025
Neah Bay (153 miles NW via ferry)
The Makah tribe invites you to Makah Days Celebration, which 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 a salmon bake (Sat. & Sun.) at Dakwas Park in Neah Bay. This event is free, but a permit to camp, hike, or visit beaches is $20. Schedule.
August 23, 2025 (1 to 6 p.m.)
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 23, 2025 (5 p.m.)
Renton (14 miles SE)
Honoring Our Ancestors is a $200 gala that includes a “decadent” 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 23, 2025
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 23, 2025
Maple Valley (28 miles SE)
A ticket to Serenity’s Hearts and Horses Benefit & Wine Tasting includes two drink tickets for wine/microbrews, plus appetizers, live music, and an auction to “help horses and ponies in need” at Serenity Equine Rescue & Rehabilitation, 28818 SE 216th Way in Maple Valley.
August 23, 2025 (7 p.m.)
Tulalip (36 miles N)
Famous for his TV shows, films, and standup comedy, George Lopez tells off-color jokes about everyday life at Tulalip Amphitheater, 10400 34th Ave. NE in Tulalip.
August 23 - 24, 2025
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 24, 2025 (7 p.m.)
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
Matt Rife performs edgy stand-up comedy and interacts with the audience at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle for age 18+.
August 24 - Nov. 16, 2025 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
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” for $10 at Embassy Suites, 20610 44th Ave. W in Lynnwood. Held in multiple months.
August 26 - Nov. 2, 2025
Georgetown (4.1 miles S)
Georgetown Morgue is recommended for age 12+ and is located at 5000 E. Marginal Way S. Do not wear a costume or take flash photos. Free parking in the nearby federal parking lot. See schedule.
August 28 - Sept. 28, 2025
Seattle Center (1.4 miles NW)
A combination of Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python, The Play that Goes Wrong features actors who fail hilariously while trying to stage a 1920s murder mystery at Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. in Seattle.
August 29 - 31, 2025
Bremerton (40 miles W via ferry)
Hear 20 artists on two stages playing “rhythm and blues, rock, Americana, and roots” at the first 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+. FAQ.
August 29 - 31, 2025
Olympia (62 miles S)
Olympia Harbor Days has 100 craft vendors, 24 food booths, live music, a 10-minute drone show (Fri. evening), vintage tugboat tours (Sat.), and a tugboat procession (Sun. noon). Park free on the streets or in a dirt lot at Marine Drive NE & Market Street NE in Olympia.
August 29 - 31, 2025
Oak Harbor (93 miles N)
Oak Harbor Music Festival features 30 bands playing all types of music on two stages, beer & wine, food vendors, and arts & crafts along SE Pioneer Way on Whidbey Island. Begins Friday at 6 p.m.
August 29 - 31, 2025
Richland (203 miles SE)
Tumbleweed Music Festival has 6 stages with 100 acts, workshops, food and craft vendors, and a contra dance Sunday at Howard Amon Park, 500 Amon Park Drive in Richland. Begins Friday at 6:30 p.m. Free except the Saturday benefit concert and the Sunday dance, if older than age 12.
August 29 - Sept. 1, 2025
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 29 - Sept. 1, 2025
Ellensburg (108 miles E)
Ellensburg Rodeo is Washington’s biggest rodeo, with live music, a carnival, and the Kittitas County Fair at Ellensburg Rodeo Grounds, 1010 E 8th Ave. in Ellensburg. Schedule.
August 29 - Sept. 21, 2025
Puyallup (37 miles S)
See top performers from grandstand seats at the Washington State Fair, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup.
August 29 - Sept. 21, 2025
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Find animals, rides, rodeo, food, and entertainment at Washington State Fair, the largest, oldest, and most popular fair in the state, located at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Fireworks every Friday at 10 p.m. Children age 5 and younger are free. Closed Tuesdays & Sept. 3.
August 30, 2025 (12 to 9:30 p.m.)
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
Madaraka Festival promises “a vibrant celebration of African music, culture, and community” with international artists, vendors, and audience dancing for $61 at Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
August 30, 2025
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 30, 2025 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
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 30 - 31, 2025
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Celebrate the end of summer at Bumbershoot, a big festival of music, film, comedy, and arts on Labor Day weekend at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
August 30 - Sept. 1, 2025
Bremerton (18 miles W via ferry)
Walk aboard a ferry to the Bremerton Blackberry Festival with waterfront views on Bremerton Boardwalk, 243 2nd St. in Bremerton. Hear live music on the main stage, check out entertainment on the kids’ stage, visit the beer & wine garden, and shop for art, jewelry, and fair food including “15 blackberry-themed foods.” No pets.
August 30 - Nov. 29, 2025
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 31, 2025 (12 to 9 p.m.)
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.
August 2025 (undated)
Waterfront (0.5 miles SW)
After Hours: Summer Fling has live band, 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.
August 2025 (undated)
Seattle Center (0.8 miles NW)
Hear musicians perform at Awakening Music Festival on the grounds of Seattle Center at Mural Amphitheater, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Belltown (1.1 miles NW)
SAM Remix promises “light and sound installations, live music, and art making” with food for sale and a no-host bar at Olympic Sculpture Park, 2901 Western Ave. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
August 2025 (undated)
Westlake (1.2 miles N)
See amazing Lego creations, watch a robot sort Lego colors, print with Legos, and make Lego art during Outside the Brick inside tents at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
International District (1.4 miles SE)
Enjoy the music, art, crafts, and food of Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders at Chinatown-International District Block Party at 900 S King St. in Seattle, where the street passes under Interstate 5. Hear DJs at noon, live music at 3 p.m.
August 2025 (undated)
SoDo (2.8 miles S)
Summer Vibes is a cabaret-style show featuring talented students on the flying trapeze “paired with stage acts including partner acrobatics and aerial” at Emerald City Trapeze Arts, 2702 6th Ave. S in Seattle. No-alcohol bar.
August 2025 (undated)
University District (4.8 miles NE)
Deep Sea Conservation Festival has booths, speakers, crafts, live music, and food vendors at UW Fishery Science Building, 1122 NE Boat St. in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Columbia City (4.9 miles SE)
Staycation Music Festival offers three nights of live music at The Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Ave. S in Seattle.
August 2025 (undated)
Kirkland (11 miles E)
See hundreds of classic cars and motorcycles, and shop from vendors and food trucks at Kirkland Waterfront Car Show on the streets surrounding Kirkland Downtown Association, 400 Urban Plaza in Kirkland.
August 2025 (undated)
multiple locations
See fields of sunflowers at local farms, which may have photo props, wagon rides, kids’ activities, and admission fees. Check each website for closed dates.
August 2025 (undated)
Maple Valley (28 miles SE)
Your child can meet princesses Beauty and Jasmine, hear them sing and read stories, and eat a snack at Princess Picnic at Lake Wilderness Arboretum, 22520 SE 248th St. in Maple Valley. Optional pre-party at 10:30 a.m.
August 2025 (undated)
Enumclaw (39 miles SE)
Watch two matches, socialize, see an equestrian drill team at halftime, stomp the divots, join the women’s hat parade, visit the beer & wine garden, and watch awards at Seattle Polo Party for age 21+ at Seattle Polo and Equestrian Club, 25901 SE 400th St. in Enumclaw. Gates open at 1 p.m.
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