July 2026
Enjoy the best events, festivals, and fun things to do around Puget Sound—including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellevue.
| Concerts | ||
|---|---|---|
| ||
| July 23 | Maren Morris | Woodland Park |
| July 24 | Alabama Shakes | Tacoma |
| July 24-25 | Chris Stapleton | Gorge |
| July 24 | Melissa Etheridge | Chateau Ste. M |
| July 25 | Big band (trio) | Queen Anne |
| July 25 | Boyz II Men | Chateau Ste. M |
| July 25 | Young the Giant | Marymoor |
| July 26 | Enhypen (Korea) | Tacoma Dome |
| July 30 | Lowdown Brass | Triple Door |
| July 31 | Slightly Stoopid | Marymoor |
| Aug. 1 | Ed Sheeran | Lumen Field |
| Aug. 2 | Ani DiFranco | Woodland Park |
| more concerts | ||
July 1 - 6, 2026
Seattle, Bellevue, Bainbridge, Burien
The Concert Truck travels to 23 locations loaded with musicians who play chamber music.
July 1 - 6, 2026 (5 p.m.)
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Catch the excitement of a FIFA World Cup soccer game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle. FIFA stands for Fédération Internationale de Football Association. Watch parties at Pacific Place, Pier 62, Seattle Center, and Victory Hall.
July 2 - 3, 2026
multiple locations
Watch fireworks before July 4.
July 3 - 5, 2026
All national parks
Enjoy Free Entrance Days in the National Parks on Fourth of July weekend if you are a U.S. citizen or resident. Expect more visitors than usual.
July 4, 2026
multiple locations
Watch a patriotic Fourth of July parade with marching bands, drill teams, and classic cars.
July 4, 2026
Seattle (Lake Union)
Fireworks explode above Lake Union at 10:15 p.m. during Seafair 4th of July. Entry gates are open from 3 to 8 p.m. Everyone is required to register online to attend.
July 4, 2026
multiple locations
July 4, 2026 (12 to 1 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Watch 250 people from different countries become Americans at the emotional naturalization ceremony at Seattle Center, with patriotic music and a ceremony in Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
July 4, 2026
Westlake (1.9 miles N)
Watch fireworks above Lake Union, and enjoy a family-friendly party during July 4th at the Swedish Club at 1920 Dexter Ave. N in Seattle. The ticket includes an ice cream, an Elvis band, games, and vendors of hot dogs and snacks. The free parking lot may fill early.
July 4, 2026
Tacoma (37 miles S)
Wear sunscreen and head to Summer Blast for “a full day of live music, food, entertainment, and craft vendors” plus offshore fireworks at 10 p.m. Enjoy live music on Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park, 5361 Yacht Club Road.
July 4, 2026 (12:30 to 7 p.m.)
Port Townsend (57 miles NW via ferry)
Festival of American Fiddle Tunes holds public performances at Fort Worden State Park, 200 Battery Way in Port Townsend.
July 9 - 12, 2026
Carnation (30 miles E)
Enjoy nearly 50 local artists in the forest at BrodieNation Music Festival on two stages near the Tolt River at 7330 Tolt River Road NE in Carnation. Must be age 21+. Optional tent camping.
July 10, 2026 (7:30 p.m.)
Belltown (0.2 miles W)
Seattle Theatre Group presents the annual multi-cultural DANCE This at The Moore Theatre, 1932 2nd Ave. in Seattle.
July 10, 2026
Phinney Ridge (4.1 miles N)
A ticket to Jungle Party: Voices of the Wild includes a reception with complimentary appetizers and drinks, live animals, and a silent auction in the North Meadow of Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID. Tickets are $150, or $500 with dinner and a live auction.
July 10 - 12, 2026 (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
Ballard (5.4 miles NW)
Eat seafood and non-seafood, visit the beer garden, watch live music, and browse arts & crafts (Sat. & Sun.) at Ballard Music & SeafoodFest on NW Market St. and on Ballard Ave. NW.
July 10 - 12, 2026 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
West Seattle (5.6 miles SW)
West Seattle Summer Fest is a street fair with arts and crafts, live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and a kids’ zone at West Seattle Junction, 4233 SW Alaska St. in Seattle. It covers five blocks of streets closed to cars. Sunday includes a farmer’s market until 2 p.m.
July 10 - 12, 2026 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Kent (20 miles S)
Kent Cornucopia Days is a street fair with food vendors, a kids’ zone, a car show (Sat. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.), a 5K run (Sat. 9 a.m.), and a parade on 4th Avenue (Sun. 1 p.m.). The main entertainment stage is at Town Square Plaza, 115 2nd Ave. N in Kent.
July 10 - 12, 2026
Shelton (86 miles SE)
Bluegrass from the Forest Festival features national headliners, contests, a band scramble, mandolin tasting, youth programs, vendors, and jamming, with camping available, at Shelton South Mason Soccer Park, 2102 E Johns Prairie Road in Shelton.
July 10 - 12, 2026
Bellingham (89 miles N)
Northwest Tune-Up promises “a thrilling fusion of world-class mountain biking, adrenaline-pumping bike races, award-winning breweries, and live performances by top-tier musicians” for all ages at Waypoint Park, 1145 Granary Ave. in Bellingham. No dogs.
July 11, 2026 (12 to 7 p.m.)
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Polish Festival Seattle offers Polish music, dance, food, crafts, workshops, a beer garden, and vodka tasting at the Seattle Center Armory and the outdoor amphitheater nearby.
July 11, 2026 (11 a.m.)
Wallingford (4.8 miles N)
Children, families, drill teams, marching bands, and floats join Wallingford Parade, which begins at Meridian Playground, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N in Seattle and then moves west on N. 45th Street (from Bagley to Interlaken). The parade’s theme changes each year. Read how to participate.
July 11, 2026 (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Phinney Ridge (5.1 miles N)
Shop at 100 yard sales during PhinneyWood Garage Sale Day, and then visit a flea market in the lower parking lot at Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle.
July 11, 2026
Mercer Island (6.7 miles E)
Summer Celebration includes a parade (10 a.m.), food trucks, art vendors, kids’ activities, and fireworks (10 p.m.). Free shuttle bus between parks. Schedule.
July 11, 2026 (5 to 8 p.m.)
Snoqualmie (29 miles E)
A $50 ticket to SipFest includes a glass and 10 tastes of wine, beer, or cider, with live music and food for sale at Railroad Community Park, 7971 Railroad Ave. in Snoqualmie for age 21+. No pets.
July 11, 2026 (3:30 p.m.)
Tacoma (37 miles S)
Hosted by two Seahawks players, Seattle All-Star Classic features “a celebrity home run derby followed by a star-studded celebrity softball game” for all ages at Cheney Stadium, 2502 S Tyler St. in Tacoma.
July 11, 2026
University Place (43 miles SW)
Wear a white shirt to Chase the Rainbow Run 5K, and expect to be bombarded with handfuls of colored cornstarch at Chambers Creek Regional Park, 6320 Grandview Drive W in University Place. Check in begins at 8:30 a.m., color is thrown at 9:30 a.m., and the race begins at 9:30 a.m.
July 11 - 12, 2026
University District (4 miles NE)
The non-competitive 207-mile Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic bike ride is one of America’s best, with 10,000 participants departing from north of Husky Stadium and taking one or two days to make the trip south.
July 11 - 12, 2026 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Mill Creek (23 miles N)
Mill Creek Festival and Street Fair has artists, food vendors, a beer garden, a kids’ plaza, two stages of entertainment, and a free shuttle bus from the parking lot of Henry M. Jackson High School, 1508 136th St. SE in Mill Creek.
July 11 - 12, 2026 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Bremerton (54 miles W)
Bremerton Airshow promises civilian and military aircraft, wing-walking, ground exhibits, food vendors, and a beer garden at Bremerton National Airport, 8850 SW State Hwy 3 in Bremerton. Children age 12 and younger are free.
July 12, 2026 (1 to 6 p.m.)
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Hear music performed in neighborhood yards, porches, and businesses during PorchFest, including Edmonds Bookshop, 111 5th Ave. S in Edmonds.
July 12, 2026 (1 to 6 p.m.)
Woodinville (18 miles NE)
A $118 ticket to Avants Classics on the Green includes two beverages, live music, and food vendors among vintage automobiles on the lawn of Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St. in Woodinville. Children age 5 and younger are free.
July 12, 2026 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Puyallup (37 miles S)
See frogs, snakes, geckos, and other exotic creatures at the Pacific Northwest Reptile and Exotic Animal Show at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Bring no pets. Held in January & July.
July 15 - 19, 2026
Olympia (62 miles S)
Capital Lakefair at Capital Lake includes carnival rides, food booths, vendors, entertainment, a car show (Fri. evening), a parade (Sat. 5 p.m.), and fireworks (Sun. 10:15 p.m.) at Heritage Park, 5th Ave. SW in Olympia. Schedule.
July 16, 2026 (8 to 11:15 p.m.)
Central District (1.9 miles E)
The Totally ‘80s Sing Along projects 30 music videos with subtitles on screen so you can sing along to Depeche Mode, New Order, Devo, Blondie, The Cure, Talking Heads, Duran Duran, The Eurhythmics, Human League, Flock of Seagulls, and AHA at Central Cinema, 1411 21st Ave. in Seattle. To buy a $17 ticket, click “8:00” on their page, and then “Continue As Guest.”
July 16 - 19, 2026 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Enumclaw (43 miles SE)
The King County Fair offers food, beer/wine, music, carnival rides, vendors, entertainment, demonstrations, 4H animals, and a rodeo (sold out) at Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. SE in Enumclaw. Free parking.
July 17, 2026 (7 to 10 p.m.)
Waterfront (0.5 miles SW)
A $61 ticket to After Hours: Pride Celebration includes DJ music, drag performances, a no-host bar, food for sale, a scavenger hunt, and animal-themed experiences throughout the Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59 in Seattle for age 21+.
July 17 - 18, 2026
Snohomish (29 miles NE)
Kla Ha Ya Days begins Friday with a kids’ fair (3 to 7 p.m.), followed by a teen night. Saturday includes a pancake breakfast, a parade (10 a.m.), a street fair, entertainment, a beer garden, and a silent disco. Schedule.
July 17 - 19, 2026 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Magnolia (6.6 miles NW)
Seafair Indian Days Powwow includes competitive dancing, drumming, native dress, native art for sale, and food booths outdoors in Discovery Park at Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way in Seattle. No pets. Frequently asked questions.
July 17 - 19, 2026 (12 to 5 p.m.)
Kirkland (11 miles NE)
Enjoy art, food, wine, and shopping from craft vendors at Kirkland Uncorked on the water at Marina Park, 25 Lakeshore Plaza in Kirkland. The craft market is free and open to all ages at 11 a.m. The separate tasting garden with live music has tasting options for age 21+.
July 17 - 19, 2026 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Lynnwood (17 miles NE)
GeekFest West features games, cosplay, and vendors of gaming, comics, and anime at Lynnwood Event Center, 3711 196th St. SW in Lynnwood. Children younger than age 5 are free.
July 17 - 19, 2026 (11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
Tulalip (44 miles N)
HOOT Music and Arts Festival “is a three-day gathering celebrating local artists, makers, and musicians” with camping available at 7005 126th St. NW in Tulalip.
July 17 - 19, 2026 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Sequim (68 miles NW via ferry)
Sequim Lavender Festival offers farm visits that may have a fee, a farmer’s market at the Civic Center, a dance (7 p.m. Sat.), and a free street fair with live music, a beer garden, and 150 food & craft vendors at Carrie Blake Park, 202 N Blake Ave. in Sequim.
July 17 - 19, 2026 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Darrington (72 miles NE)
Hear great music outdoors, visit the food vendors, and camp at Darrington Bluegrass Festival at Darrington Bluegrass Music Park, 42501 State Rte 530 NE in Darrington. Children age 12 and younger are free.
July 18, 2026
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Wizkid is the headliner at Blastfest, an all-ages concert celebrating “music, culture, and diversity” with a beer garden at Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle for age 21+. Gates are open 2 to 8 p.m. Schedule.
July 18, 2026 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
International District (1.2 miles S)
CID Celebration promises “a day full of multicultural entertainment, activities for kids and family, raffles, games, and more” with music, a car show, and food trucks surrounding Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle.
July 18, 2026 (4 to 7 p.m.)
Phinney Ridge (5.1 miles N)
A $50 ticket to Summer Beer Taste includes 10 tastes from microbreweries, pub snacks, and music outdoors at Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle. No kids or pets. Held in summer & fall. [Their website says tickets are available at the door.]
July 18, 2026 (6 to 10 p.m.)
Columbia City (5.5 miles SE)
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.
July 18, 2026 (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
West Seattle (5.9 miles SW)
West Seattle Grand Parade has pirates, clowns, marching bands, drill teams, floats, and pageantry heading south on California Avenue SW (from Lander Street to Edmunds Street). You’ll see runners in the Float Dodger 5K just before the parade. Afterwards, consider going to Alki Art Fair.
July 18, 2026 (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.)
Burien (12 miles S)
Olde Burien Block Party features food vendors, a beer garden, a cookie-eating contest (2 p.m.), a bounce house (until 5 p.m.), and live music (5 to 10 p.m.) at SW 152nd St. & 9th Ave. SW in Burien. Poster.
July 18, 2026 (4 to 7 p.m.)
Bothell (20 miles NE)
Sample “delicious wines, beers, ciders, and spirits while socializing, listening to music, and exploring dozens of Bothell shops” during Wine, Beer & Spirits Walk for age 21+. Your $30 ticket includes 10 tastes. Bring a glass, and check in near First & Main Design Market, 10100 Main St. in Bothell.
July 18, 2026 (4 to 8 p.m.)
Bothell (25 miles NE)
Watch 10 local bands and solo artists perform alt-rock, jazz, soul, pop, bluegrass, and more in a green setting at Redfellow Music Festival in Starlight Meadows, 16324 51st Ave. SE in Bothell.
July 18, 2026
North Bend (30 miles E)
North Bend Downtown Block Party offers outdoor vendors, a free kids’ zone, a locally sourced beer and wine garden, and musical performances along E North Bend Way (between Bendigo and Ballarat). Parts of North Bend Way and Main Avenue will be closed.
July 18 - 19, 2026 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Vashon (18 miles SW via ferry)
Vashon Island Strawberry Festival has a zany parade on Saturday at 10 a.m., a car show on Sunday until 2 p.m., live music, a beverage garden, vendors, and carnival rides. The main stage is in Ober Park, 17130 Vashon Hwy SW on Vashon Island. A few events are offered on Friday.
July 18 - 19, 2026 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Gig Harbor (49 miles SW)
Browse 100 art booths, hear live music, shop at food trucks, and visit the kids’ corner at Summer Art Festival in Sehmel Homestead Park, 10123 78th Ave. NW in Gig Harbor. Free shuttle bus.
July 19, 2026 (12 to 6 p.m.)
Tacoma (36 miles S)
Walk around central Tacoma to see live music at more than 50 homes each day during Tacoma Porchfest. We recommend bringing a portable chair.
July 19, 2026 (noon)
multiple locations
Watch Spain play Argentina for the FIFA World Cup championship as it happens live in New Jersey.
July 19, 2026 (7 p.m.)
International District (1.2 miles S)
Chinatown Seafair Parade features lion and dragon dances, martial arts, and the Chinese Girls Drill Team in the international district, passing by Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle.
July 19, 2026 (3 to 8 p.m.)
Central District (1.8 miles SE)
Honor ancestors at Bon Odori Festival with folk dancing, Taiko drums, a beer garden, a thrift store, and Japanese food & crafts at Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple, 1427 South Main St. in Seattle.
July 19, 2026 (SOLD OUT)
Seward Park (6 miles SE)
Watch 1500 athletes swim, bike, and run in the Seafair Triathlon at Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. Schedule.
July 19, 2026 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Alki (7.1 miles SW)
Shop from 100 artists, buy food, visit the kids’ zone, and hear live music at Alki Art Fair along the shoreline, with a silent auction inside Alki Beach Park Bathhouse, 2701 Alki Ave. SW in Seattle. Parking may be challenging.
July 19, 2026 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
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.
July 19, 2026 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Long Beach (173 miles SW)
See incredible sand sculptures built by competing teams at the Pacific Ocean during Sandsations at Bolstad Beach Approach, Bolstad Ave. W in Long Beach. It also has sand lessons, live music, vendors, kites, and a Saturday awards ceremony.
July 22 - 26, 2026
(began this month on July 21)
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
Written by Alicia Keys, Hell’s Kitchen is a New York City coming-of-age story about a 17-year-old girl searching for freedom, passion, and her place in the world at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle.
July 22 - Aug. 16, 2026
(began this month on July 9)
multiple locations
Wooden O performs Shakespeare’s drama Macbeth in parks throughout the Puget Sound area. You’re welcome to bring a blanket or chair and a picnic.
July 22 - Aug. 28, 2026 (7:30 p.m.)
(began this month on July 15)
Seattle (multiple locations)
Center City Cinema turns city parks into open-air theaters. Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks. May be canceled if it rains. Schedule.
July 22 - Aug. 29, 2026
July 22 - Sept. 7, 2026
| Location | Next concert | |
| Ballard Locks | July 25 | 2:00 PM |
| Columbia City | Aug. 9 | 4:00 PM |
| Downtown Seattle | July 23 | 4:00 PM |
| Madison Park | Aug. 6 | 6:30 PM |
| Olympic Sculpture Park | July 23 | 5:30 PM |
| University Village | July 22 | 7:00 PM |
| Volunteer Park | July 23 | 6:00 PM |
| Seattle — Ballard, Downtown, Parks, U Village... | ||
| Location | Next concert | |
| Arlington | July 25 | 6:00 PM |
| Edmonds | July 23 | 4:30 PM |
| Everett Marina | July 23 | 5:00 PM |
| Lake Forest Park 1 | July 24 | 7:00 PM |
| Lake Forest Park 2 | July 29 | 6:30 PM |
| Lynnwood | July 29 | 6:00 PM |
| Mill Creek | July 22 | 6:00 PM |
| North — Arlington, Edmonds, Everett, Lynnwood... | ||
| Location | Next concert | |
| Auburn | July 22 | 6:30 PM |
| Des Moines | July 22 | 7:00 PM |
| Federal Way | July 23 | 6:30 PM |
| Gig Harbor | July 28 | 6:00 PM |
| Kent | July 22 | 6:00 PM |
| Lacey | July 24 | 7:00 PM |
| Maple Valley | July 28 | 6:00 PM |
| Olympia | July 26 | 3:00 PM |
| Puyallup | July 23 | 6:30 PM |
| Tacoma Old Town | July 22 | 6:30 PM |
| Tacoma Point Ruston | July 27 | 5:30 PM |
| South — Auburn, Des Moines, Olympia, Tacoma... | ||
| Location | Next concert | |
| Bellevue | July 23 | 12:00 PM |
| Bellevue transit center | July 26 | 2:00 PM |
| Issaquah | July 28 | 7:00 PM |
| Kenmore | July 30 | 6:00 PM |
| Kirkland Marina Park | July 23 | 7:00 PM |
| Kirkland Totem Lake | July 22 | 7:00 PM |
| Newcastle | July 22 | 7:00 PM |
| Redmond | Aug. 5 | 6:00 PM |
| Renton Coulon Park | Aug. 6 | 6:30 PM |
| Sammamish | July 23 | 6:30 PM |
| Woodinville | July 22 | 6:30 PM |
| East — Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, Renton... | ||
July 22 - Dec. 31, 2026
(began this month on July 19)
Waterfront (0.8 miles SW)
Take a one-hour narrated spin around Seattle’s waterfront and working port with perfect views on the $46 Argosy Harbor Cruise, departing from Pier 55 at 1101 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
July 23, 2026
Waterfront (0.8 miles W)
Seafair Fleet Week begins Tuesday with a parade of ships visible from the waterfront at 1 p.m. Ship tours on Wednesday & Thursday require wearing shoes and having Real ID. See displays, military dog demos, and entertainment at Pier 66.
July 23 - 25, 2026
Carnation (27 miles E)
Timber Outdoor Music Festival has 25 music artists, nature walks, bike rides, painting, yoga, a 5K run Fri., stargazing Sat., and camping in forested Tolt River–John MacDonald Park, 31020 NE 40th St. in Carnation. Kids age 12 and younger are free. Parking fee. No dogs.
July 23 - 26, 2026
Vancouver (166 miles S)
Four Days of Aloha offers workshops, hula dancing, craft and food vendors, and concerts at Clark College & Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St. in Vancouver.
July 23 - Aug. 15, 2026
(began this month on July 10)
Seattle, Lynnwood, Burien, Fall City
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.
July 23 - Aug. 30, 2026
(began this month on July 7)
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 Sunday Aug. 30.
July 23 - Oct. 9, 2026
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.
July 23 - Oct. 31, 2026
Waterfront (0.7 miles W)
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 by date.
July 23 - Dec. 26, 2026
Seattle
Take a guided walking tour with tasting stops:
July 23 - Dec. 31, 2026
July 24, 2026 (1 & 2 p.m.)
Snoqualmie (29 miles E)
Buy tickets online for Day Out With Thomas, which includes “a real train ride with Thomas, live entertainment, photo ops, a gift shop, snack vendors, and lawn games” at Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St. in Snoqualmie. This event is designed for children age 8 and younger.
July 24 - 25, 2026 (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
Seattle area
Join Seattle Architecture Foundation on a $35 walking tour. No pets. FAQ.
July 24 - 25, 2026
Redmond (15 miles NE)
Redmond Derby Days has craft vendors, carnival rides, a beer/wine garden, entertainment, evening bike races at Marymoor, a pancake breakfast (Sat.), a kids’ bike parade (Sat. 10 a.m.), a grand parade (Sat. 11 a.m.), and a lighted drone show (Sat. 10:10 p.m.) at Redmond City Hall Campus, 15670 NE 85th St. in Redmond. Additional vendors at Redmond Town Center. Schedule.
July 24 - 25, 2026
Tacoma parks
Bring blankets or folding chairs to Movies in the Park, which screen PG-rated films at dusk. Arrive early on some days for family-friendly activities starting at 7 p.m.
July 24 - 26, 2026
Seattle
Candlelight Concerts feature a string quartet playing familiar songs for an hour in the warm glow of simulated candles.
| Date | Artist | Venue |
| July 24 | Thom Yorke | Nordic Museum |
| July 25 | Hip hop on strings | Langston Hughes |
| July 26 | Classical music | Arctic Club Hotel |
| July 26 | Taylor Swift | Arctic Club Hotel |
July 24 - 26, 2026
(began this month on July 21)
First Hill (0.5 miles SE)
Seattle Chamber Music Society’s Summer Festival is held at Town Hall Seattle, 1119 8th Ave. in Seattle.
July 24 - 26, 2026 (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
Lower Queen Anne (0.8 miles NW)
Shop at 300 food & retail vendors at Bite of Seattle, which has cooking demos, wine & beer gardens, and 54 bands at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Friday is least crowded.
July 24 - 26, 2026
Capitol Hill
Attend workshops and dance to live music with fun people at the Northwest Balboa Festival at Reverie Ballroom, 915 E Pine St. in Seattle. A few events are held at Dance Underground. Schedule.
July 24 - 26, 2026
SoDo (1.5 miles S)
Seattle Art Fair showcases art from 90 galleries around the world at Lumen Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle. Food & drink for sale. VIP preview on Thursday. Children younger than age 12 are free.
July 24 - 26, 2026
Bellevue (10 miles E)
Bellevue Arts Fair Weekend features 240 outstanding juried artists in Bellevue Square’s west parking garage at 708 100th Ave NE in Bellevue. East of the mall, an additional 120 artists fill NE 6th Street to 106th Ave NE. The fair includes food vendors, live entertainment, and free interactive art.
July 24 - 26, 2026
Renton (16 miles SE)
Renton River Days has food vendors, a beer & wine garden, entertainment, and a children’s zone. A pedestrian underpass connects Liberty Park and Cedar River Park, 1717 Maple Valley Hwy in Renton. Drone show at Coulon Park (Fri. 9:30 p.m.). Parade on S. 3rd Street (Sat. 10 a.m.). Bazaar in Renton Community Center (Sat. & Sun.). Rubber ducky derby (Sun. 3:30 p.m.).
July 24 - 26, 2026
Kent (28 miles SE)
Watch stars of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) compete in dragsters, funny cars, and motorcycles at the NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways, 31001 144th Ave. SE in Kent.
July 24 - 26, 2026
Puyallup (37 miles S)
See 3,000 custom, classic, and muscle cars and trucks plus hot rods during Pacific Northwest Nationals at the Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Do not bring pets, food, or drink. Children age 6 and younger are free.
July 24 - Aug. 21, 2026 (Fridays)
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.
July 24 - Sept. 27, 2026
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.
July 24 - Oct. 8, 2026
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.
| Date | Time | Artist |
| July 24 | 7:30 PM | Alabama Shakes |
| Aug. 1 | 5:45 PM | Koe Wetzel |
| Aug. 7 | 6:00 PM | Gavin Adcock |
| Aug. 8 | 7:00 PM | Interpol |
| Sept. 19 | 6:30 PM | Bleachers Forever |
| Oct. 8 | 6:00 PM | Taking Back Sunday |
July 25, 2026
multiple locations
Stroll through private gardens, visit artists’ studios, and hear live music on a garden walk.
July 25, 2026
Belltown (0.1 miles NW)
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.
| Date | Time | Price | Theme |
| July 25 | 11:00 AM | $105 | European Georgia brunch |
| July 25 | 2:30 PM | $105 | Samosa from India |
| Aug. 1 | 11:00 AM | $105 | Asian steamed buns (bao) |
| Aug. 1 | 2:30 PM | $110 | Sushi for beginners |
July 25, 2026 (6 p.m.)
Waterfront (0.6 miles SW)
Run past thousands of people waiting for the Torchlight Parade on the Seafair Torchlight Run 5K, which begins at Pier 62, 1951 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
July 25, 2026 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
International District (1.2 miles S)
Visit Asian restaurants that offer cheap menu items during CID Food Walk, beginning at Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle. Held in July & August.
July 25, 2026 (7:30 to 10:30 p.m.)
Waterfront (1.5 miles NW)
Colorful floats, drill teams, and pirates move down Alaskan Way in the Seafair Torchlight Parade, which goes south on Alaskan Way (from Broad Street to Yesler Way). Live broadcast on FOX13. Tickets for reserved seats are optional. No pets.
July 25, 2026 (8 to 10 p.m.)
SoDo (2.8 miles S)
The Circus Cabaret Show features “aerial arts, acrobatics, synchronized group acts, comedy, strength, timing, trust, and a healthy dose of joyful chaos” at Emerald City Trapeze Arts, 2702 6th Ave. S in Seattle. Held multiple times per year.
July 25, 2026
Northlake (3.9 miles N)
Day Trip Festival features eight acts, including Fisher & Cloonee, playing house, disco, and techno music at Gas Works Park, 2101 N Northlake Way in Seattle for age 21+. No pets.
July 25, 2026 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Burien (12 miles S)
Explore local shops “featuring unique signature mocktails created especially for the event” with live music, and vote for your favorite during $30 Mocktail Crawl, which begins at Discover Burien, 611 SW 152nd St. in Burien for all ages.
July 25, 2026 (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Renton (13 miles SE)
Shop at 65 booths run by young entrepreneurs ages 5 to 16 selling food, art, toys, and more during Children’s Business Fair outside Renton Pavilion Events Center, 233 Burnett Ave. S in Renton.
July 25, 2026 (1 to 7 p.m.)
Bothell (20 miles NE)
The all-ages Summer School Brewfest promises “32 local beers and ciders, food specials, and live music” at McMenamins Anderson School, 18607 Bothell Way NE in Bothell. The $39 ticket is optional and includes a glass plus 10 tastes.
July 25, 2026 (5 to 9 p.m.)
Carnation (23 miles NE)
Your $151 ticket to Taste of the Valley “includes a farm-to-table tasting experience, local wines, beer, and cider” plus an auction at Goose and Gander Farm, 9317 W Snoqualmie Valley Road NE in Carnation.
July 25, 2026 (4:30 to 10 p.m.)
Snohomish (31 miles NE)
Kla Ha Ya Days Balloon Glow has vendors, food trucks, music, and a kids’ zone. Gates open 4 p.m., vendors open 5 p.m., and balloons glow 8:15 to 10 p.m. (unless windy) near Snohomish Balloon Rides, 10530 Airport Way in Snohomish. The balloons don’t fly. Bring chairs but no pets, food, or beverages (except sealed water).
July 25 - 26, 2026
Capitol Hill (3.3 miles NE)
Watch plays, comic theater, and Shakespeare performed by a dozen theater companies at Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival on three stages in Volunteer Park, 1247 15th Ave. E in Seattle.
July 25 - 26, 2026 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Sand Point (7.6 miles NE)
Shop for handcrafted clothing, jewelry, toys, stationery, art, candles, house wares, and food at Urban Craft Uprising Summer Show inside Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St. in Seattle. Food trucks are outdoors. No pets. (The video was filmed at a different location.)
July 25 - 26, 2026
Enumclaw (43 miles SE)
Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games & Clan Gathering is an athletic competition that also has colorful pipe bands, Celtic music, Scottish dancers, Scottish farm animals, Scottish food and drink, and vendors, at Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. SE in Enumclaw. No pets. Friday evening is free.
July 25 - 28, 2026
Bellevue & Kirkland
Bring a blanket or chairs to enjoy movies outdoors in the park on a giant screen.
July 25 - Aug. 16, 2026 (weekends)
(began this month on July 18)
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 go until midnight on Fri. & Sat.
July 25 - Aug. 30, 2026
Seattle, Bellevue, North Bend
Ride the Trailhead Direct bus to hiking trails on Saturdays, Sundays, and select holidays for $3 each way. Children age 18 and younger are free.
July 25 - Sept. 11, 2026
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.
July 25 - 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.)
July 26, 2026 (1 to 6 p.m.)
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Billed as the “dopest car show in the nation,” Wekfest Seattle displays aftermarket builds and hosts aftermarket vendors at Seattle Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle. Children younger than age 12 are free.
July 26, 2026 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Seward Park (7.8 miles SE)
Pista sa Nayon offers food, entertainment, arts and crafts booths, and children’s games in a grassy field at Seward Park Amphitheater, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. No pets.
July 26 - Aug. 13, 2026
Renton (14 miles SE)
Watch the Seahawks practice outdoors at $16 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.
July 27 - 30, 2026
Lower Queen Anne (1.5 miles NW)
The 48 Hour Film Project gave teams two days to make short films. Watch about a dozen of the films in each screening at SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N in Seattle.
July 28 - Sept. 13, 2026
(began this month on July 1)
Tacoma (37 miles S)
Cheer the Tacoma Rainiers at Cheney Stadium, 2502 S Tyler St. in Tacoma, where baseball meets beer, peanuts, and local restaurant food. Schedule.
July 28 - Sept. 23, 2026
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.
July 29, 2026 (6 & 8:30 p.m.)
Ballard (4.9 miles NW)
Hear Beatles songs (Let It Be, Twist & Shout, Hey Jude, etc.) 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.
July 30, 2026 (5 to 8 p.m.)
Fremont (3.7 miles N)
A $55 ticket to Fremont On The Rocks includes 10 tasting tokens for cocktails and alternative beverages in Fremont shops for age 21+. Check in at the night market behind Triangle Spirits, 3507 Fremont Place N in Seattle.
July 30 - Aug. 2, 2026
South Seattle
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:
July 31, 2026 (6 to 9 p.m.)
Issaquah (17 miles E)
The $39 Downtown Issaquah Wine & Art Walk includes 12 tasting tokens to redeem at shops along picturesque Front Street. VIP at Capri Cellars. Check in at the library or at Downtown Issaquah Association, 232 Front St. N in Issaquah. Bring your own glass and age 21+ ID. Held several times a year.
July 31, 2026 (4 to 9 p.m.)
Bothell (20 miles NE)
Shop for food, drinks, and crafts at Night Bites in the plaza at Bothell City Hall, 18415 101st Ave. NE in Bothell.
July 31 - Aug. 2, 2026
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. dusk), a parade (Sat. 10 a.m.), and a talent show (Sun. 10 a.m.) at Magnolia Playfield, 2518 34th Ave. W in Seattle. Schedule.
July 31 - Aug. 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 3:30 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.
July 31 - Aug. 2, 2026
Redmond (15 miles NE)
Redmond Arts Festival has 60 art booths and live entertainment in the outdoor courtyard of Redmond Town Center, 7525 166th Ave. NE in Redmond.
July 31 - Aug. 2, 2026
Bremerton (40 miles W via ferry)
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+.
July 31 - Aug. 2, 2026
Anacortes (81 miles N)
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.
July 31 - Aug. 15, 2026
Belltown (0.1 miles W)
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.
July 31 - Sept. 27, 2026
SoDo (1.6 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Mariners play an exciting home game at T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. S in Seattle.
| Future concerts | ||
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| Aug. 1 | Ed Sheeran | Lumen Field |
| Aug. 2 | Megan Moroney | Climate Pledge |
| Aug. 3 | Lionel Richie + EWF | Climate Pledge |
| Aug. 4 | Benson Boone | Climate Pledge |
| Aug. 6 | Santana + Doobie | White River |
| Aug. 13 | Jason Isbell | Woodland Park |
| Aug. 19 | Goose | WaMu |
| Aug. 30 | Beach Boys | Marymoor |
| Aug. 30-31 | Noah Kahan | T-Mobile Park |
| Sept. 8 | Andrea Bocelli | Climate Pledge |
| Sept. 13 | Weezer | Climate Pledge |
| Sept. 16 | Foster the People | WaMu |
| Sept. 18 | Beck | Chateau Ste. M |
| Sept. 21 | Journey | Climate Pledge |
| Oct. 15 | Doja Cat | Climate Pledge |
| Nov. 6 | Smashing Pumpkins | Climate Pledge |
| Dec. 7-8 | Olivia Rodrigo | Climate Pledge |
| more concerts | ||
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