June 2025
Enjoy the best events, festivals, and fun things to do around Puget Sound—including Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Bellevue.
June 1, 25
Capitol Hill (1.4 miles NE)
For a relaxing alternative to the giant St. Demetrios Greek Festival in September, check out Greek food, wine, and music at Bite of Greece Seattle at Church of the Assumption, 1804 13th Ave. in Seattle.
June 1 - July 27, 25
Everett & Issaquah
Based on the book and film, The Color Purple won a Tony Award for Best Musical Revival, with its story of hope featuring a joyous score of jazz, ragtime, gospel, and blues at Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N in Issaquah.
June 6 - 8, 25
Downtown Everett (28 miles N)
Sorticulture Garden Arts Festival has garden art, local plants and flowers, handmade outdoor products, live music, a beer & wine garden, talks, and classes on Colby Avenue in Everett.
June 6 - 8, 25
Tacoma (34 miles S)
Watch tournaments and play 400 games at the Northwest Pinball & Arcade Show at Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce St. in Tacoma. Children age 12 and younger are free.
June 7, 25
Capitol Hill (3.3 miles NE)
Pride in the Park offers a range of live music, dance music, speakers, food trucks, an adult beverage garden, and craft vendors for all ages at Volunteer Park, 1247 15th Ave. E in Seattle.
June 7, 25
Duvall (25 miles NE)
Duvall Days closes Main Street to cars for craft and food vendors, kids’ activities, live music on three stages, a parade (10:30 a.m.), a car show (until 2 p.m.), a beer/wine garden (11 a.m. to 10 p.m.), and fireworks (10 p.m.) outside the Duvall Visitor Center, 15619 Main St. NE in Duvall.
June 7 - 8, 25
multiple locations
You don’t need to buy a license to catch most varieties of fish on Free Fishing Weekend (see the web page for details). You also don’t need to buy a Discover Pass to park.
June 7 - 8, 25
Capitol Hill (0.8 miles NE)
Watch juried selections of films from around the world at Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival. On Sunday, see films made by youth plus select films that were shown on Saturday.
June 7 - 8, 25
Monroe (33 miles NE)
Watch demonstrations of spinning, knitting, weaving, and crocheting at Fiber Fusion Northwest, which features 70 vendors, animal exhibits, and classes at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Classes on Friday, Saturday, Sunday. No pets. Brochure.
June 7 - 8, 25
Tacoma (39 miles S)
Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival is a partially ticketed event with hands-on programming, garden tours, food trucks, crafts, a farmers’ market, lectures, live music, beer & wine tasting (both days), and a happy hour (Sat.) at Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St. in Tacoma. It’s free to visit the gardens and see vendors.
June 7 - 8, 25
Gig Harbor (45 miles SW)
Maritime Gig Festival includes a pancake breakfast (8 a.m. Sat.), fun run (8:30 a.m. Sat.), parade (10 a.m. Sat.), entertainment and bands, food booths, and a car show (11 a.m. Sun.) on the waterfront at Skansie Brothers Park, 3211 Harborview Drive in Gig Harbor.
June 7 - 8, 25
Anacortes (80 miles N)
Anacortes Waterfront Festival offers free boat rides, boat-building demonstrations, entertainment, food vendors, food trucks, live music, and kids’ activities at Cap Sante Marina, 1019 Q Ave. in Anacortes.
June 7, 25 - 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, which is free except the Oct. 26 ghost train.)
June 8, 25 - June 8, 2025 (4:30 p.m.)
Capitol Hill (2.1 miles NE)
Saint Mark’s Evensong Choir performs its monthly Choral Evensong service in the cathedral nave at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1245 10th Ave. E in Seattle.
June 11, 25 (6:30 to 10 p.m.)
Edmonds (17 miles N)
A ticket to Celebrate the Arts Party includes two drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres, dessert, live music, and early access to shop juried art that will be at the Edmonds Art Festival, at Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St. in Edmonds. Bring age 21+ ID.
June 12 - 15, 25
Green Lake (5.2 miles N)
Actors read seven new plays with a focus on “strong feminist themes” during Distillery New Works Festival at Seattle Public Theater, 7312 West Green Lake Drive N in Seattle.
June 12 - 15, 25
Naches (171 miles SE)
Enjoy music by 22 acts on two stages, play games, hike, and do yoga at Chinook Fest along the Naches River in Yakima Valley at Jim Sprick Community Park, 13680 WA-410 in Naches. No dogs. No kids except on Sunday. Optional camping.
June 13 - 15, 25
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Artists display paintings, photos, sculptures, and jewelry at the big Edmonds Arts Festival, which has food, beer, wine, entertainment, and activities inside and outside Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St. in Edmonds. No pets.
June 13 - 15, 25
Maple Valley (29 miles SE)
Maple Valley Days features a carnival, entertainment, food trucks, a parade (Sat. 10 a.m. on Witte Rd.), and an art fair (Sat. & Sun) at Lake Wilderness Park, 22500 SE 248th St. in Maple Valley.
June 13 - 15, 25
Puyallup (34 miles S)
Meeker Days Festival features live music, a food court, craft booths, a car show, and events for kids at Pioneer Park, 300 S Meridian in Puyallup. Schedule.
June 14, 25
Georgetown (5 miles S)
Georgetown Carnival features odd art, nonstop music, carnival games, arts & crafts, food trucks, and two beer gardens. The main stage is usually at Airport Way S & S Homer St. in Seattle.
June 14, 25
Sunset Hill (6.9 miles NW)
Shilshole Boatfest offers free boat rides, safety information, food trucks, and kids’ activities at Shilshole Bay Marina, 7001 Seaview Ave. NW in Seattle.
June 14 - 15, 25
Waterfront (0.7 miles W)
Wear soft-soled shoes to tour 45 classic yachts and meet their owners during Bell Harbor Rendezvous at Bell Harbor Marina, Pier 66, 2203 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
June 14 - 15, 25
Burien (11 miles S)
Strawberry Festival has two days of entertainment, music, food vendors, and family activities at Town Square Park, 480 SW 152nd St. in Burien. The petting zoo is Saturday and the car show is Sunday.
June 14 - 15, 25
Snoqualmie & North Bend
Take a two-hour roundtrip between North Bend and Snoqualmie on a steam-engine train operated by Northwest Railway Museum.
June 14 - 15, 25
Tumwater (67 miles S)
See aerobatic performances and aircraft on display at the Olympic Air Show at Olympia Regional Airport, 7643 Old Hwy 99 SE in Tumwater.
June 14, 25 - June 14, 2025
Beacon Hill (3.3 miles SE)
Beacon Arts Street Fair is a mellow 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.
June 15, 25
multiple locations
OpenTable lists restaurants open for brunch, lunch, and dinner on Father’s Day.
June 15, 25
Georgetown (8 miles S)
Dads Get in Free on Father’s Day if accompanied by a paid child of any age at The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle.
June 15, 25
Issaquah (17 miles E)
Admire hundreds of vintage and classic cars at Fenders on Front Street, which has a breakfast (7 to 11 a.m.), food trucks, live music, family activities, and awards in front of Downtown Issaquah Association, 232 Front St. N in Issaquah.
June 19, 25
Seattle & Tacoma & Bellevue
Celebrate the historic emancipation of slaves at an event with entertainment, vendors, and usually kids’ activities.
June 20 - 22, 25
Marysville (34 miles N)
Marysville Strawberry Festival is a family event with a carnival, vendors, strawberry shortcake, entertainment, a grand parade (Sat. 5 p.m.), and a car show (Sun.). Thursday includes only a carnival and an adult tricycle race (6 p.m.). Mostly at Asbery Athletic Field, 449-499 Alder Ave. in Marysville.
June 20 - 22, 25
Cashmere (140 miles E)
Wenatchee River Bluegrass Festival has concerts, vendors, workshops, and camping at Chelan County Expo Center, 5700 Wescott Drive in Cashmere.
June 21 - 22, 25
George (150 miles E)
With pyrotechnics, fantasy set designs, and characters from Alice in Wonderland, Beyond Wonderland at the Gorge presents 60 music acts on three stages for age 18+, with camping available at the Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Rd. NW in George.
June 21 - 29, 25
Seattle (multiple locations)
June 21, 25 - June 21, 2025 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
International District (1.2 miles S)
Visit Asian restaurants that offer menu items for $4, $6, and $8 during Food Walk, beginning at Hing Hay Park, 423 Maynard Ave. S in Seattle. Held in multiple months.
June 24, 25 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Auburn (29 miles SE)
Kids ages 4 to 11 love the inflatable rides, pony rides, face painting, games, arts & crafts, music, and food vendors at Kids Day in Les Gove Park, 910 9th St. SE in Auburn.
June 28, 25
Greenwood (6 miles N)
Greenwood Car Show features hundreds of classic cars, plus hot rods, antique wonders, live bands, kids’ activities, and vendors on Greenwood Avenue N. (from N. 67th to N. 90th) including Alice Ball Park, 8100 Greenwood Ave. N in Seattle.
June 28, 25
Seward Park (6 miles SE)
Seattle Marathon’s Summer 5k/10k/half is a family-friendly run with a kids’ event in beautiful Seward Park, 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S in Seattle. The kids’ fun run is 1K.
June 29, 25
Kenmore (16 miles NE)
Skandia Midsommarfest celebrates the summer solstice with music, dance, vendors, and the raising of the 35-foot Midsommar pole at 2:30 p.m. at Saint Edward State Park, 14445 Juanita Drive NE in Kenmore. Cars require a daily or annual Discover Pass. FAQ.
June 29 - July 6, 25
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.
multiple locations
The Concert Truck travels to 18 locations loaded with musicians who perform chamber music.
Seattle area
multiple locations
“Walk through inspiring residential and commercial spaces by some of the most exceptional designers” and meet the designers on the self-guided Seattle Interior Design Tour, which includes eight locations.
Seattle locations
HONK! Fest West is “an immersive festival driven by the energetic performances of street bands from around the world.”
West Seattle
Enjoy wine and charcuterie on the garden terrace of a private home near Lincoln Park, with live jazz at Wine in the Woods, sponsored by Delridge Neighborhoods Development Association. Must be age 21+.
Downtown (0.2 miles E)
Billed as the “dopest car show in the nation,” Wekfest Seattle displays pre-screened aftermarket builds and hosts aftermarket vendors at Washington State Convention Center, 705 Pike St. in Seattle. Children younger than age 12 are free.
Downtown (0.3 miles SW)
Enjoy “performances by a diverse array of musical and dance groups from across the Puget Sound region” plus films and storytelling during Day of Music on four stages at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. in Seattle.
Downtown (0.3 miles NE)
Songs of Black Folk “features the rise of Negro spirituals and demonstrates how they evolved into blues, gospel, jazz, R&B, hip-hop, and even spoken word” at The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St. in Seattle. Performers include soloists, a choir, and a 50-piece orchestra.
Downtown (0.4 miles SW)
Watch funny scenes and sketches improvised by special guests during Festival Unexpected at Unexpected Productions Improv, 1428 Post Alley in Seattle.
Waterfront (0.5 miles SW)
All Our Relations: Tribute to the Orca includes a reception with light appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks, followed by brief talks by tribal and environmental leaders at Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way Pier 59 in Seattle.
Belltown (0.5 miles NW)
Taste Syrah wine (known for its bold spices, rich fruit, and silky texture) from dozens of Washington wineries with food for sale at Sexy Syrah & The Rhône Rendezvous at Block 41, 115 Bell St. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Downtown (0.6 miles SE)
Celebrate the longest day of the year at the Summer Solstice Soiree, which includes a drink ticket, gourmet appetizers, DJ dance music, and sunset views from the 75th floor of the Columbia Center, 701 5th Ave. in Seattle.
Downtown (0.7 miles SE)
A ticket to Happy Hour & Hellos includes appetizers, drinks, games, networking, and an elevator ride to spectacular views from the 73rd floor of the Columbia Tower at Sky View Observatory, 700 4th Ave. in Seattle.
Capitol Hill (0.8 mile NE)
Seattle International Dance Festival is an explosion of dance and the arts at Broadway Performance Hall, 1625 Broadway in Seattle.
Waterfront (0.9 miles SW)
Board the ferry from Seattle to Bainbridge for The Great Ferry Race, which “will start on the ferry dock and take runners all around scenic Bainbridge Island,” with 1/3 of the course on trails. Start at Colman Ferry Dock, 801 Alaskan Way in Seattle.
South Lake Union (0.9 miles N)
PhotoFest offers free talks and workshops about photography, photo walks, and a chance to meet reps from the camera industry at Glazer’s Camera, 811 Republican St. in Seattle.
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
A ticket to Washington Brewers Festival gets you a glass and 8 tastes of 4-ounce beer from among dozens of Washington breweries, with food for sale at Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Enjoy Iranian music, dance, food, and children’s activities at the Seattle Iranian Festival at Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle.
Capitol Hill (1 mile E)
Choose from three plays featuring local stage directors during Strawberry Jam at 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th Ave. in Seattle.
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Indigenous People Festival showcases “the rich cultures and traditions of American Indians and Alaska Natives” with dancing and entertainment, arts & crafts vendors, art demonstrations, and usually films (upstairs) in Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St. in Seattle. Some events are outdoors at Mural Amphitheatre.
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Watch Filipino performances, see exhibits, and buy food for sale during Pagdiriwang at Seattle Center Armory and amphitheatre.
Seattle Center (1 mile NW)
Taste local craft brews, learn from brewmasters how they were made, and explore the museum after closing time during Brewology at Pacific Science Center, 200 2nd Ave. N in Seattle for age 21+.
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Pacific Northwest Ballet performs six works to wrap up its season during a special one-night Season Encore Performance at McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St. in Seattle.
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Watch the women of Seattle Storm play a home game at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle.
Seattle Center (1.2 miles NW)
Champions of Change All-Star Basketball Game is hosted by Seattle Seahawks legends Cliff Avril, Doug Baldwin, and Michael Bennett at Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave. N in Seattle.
Westlake (1.2 miles N)
Learn about the Great Seattle Fire of 1889, and meet fire fighters on Fire Day, which has tours of fire engines and a fire boat, family-friendly history games and crafts, and story times on the ground floor of the Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle. Upstairs is not free.
Westlake (1.2 miles N)
A ticket to Bricks & Brews includes two beers from Georgetown Brewing and plenty of Lego building blocks for you to build creations at Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle. Bring age 21+ ID.
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
A ticket to Bacon Eggs & Kegs includes 12 beverage tickets (beer, cider, seltzer, mimosa, Bloody Mary, Irish coffee, root beer), with $5+ brunch bites for sale, entertainment, and lawn games in the plaza at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle for age 21+.
Westlake (1.3 miles N)
Attend an opening ceremony, and then watch teams racing in long boats during Seattle Dragon Boat Festival, which includes dance groups, singers, and food trucks at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle.
Eastlake (1.3 miles N)
Take a Father’s Day Cruise with a meal and two hours of views on Lake Union and Lake Washington, departing from Waterways Cruises, 901 Fairview Ave. N in Seattle.
Westlake (1.3 miles N)
Shop from “75+ local crafty food and beverage vendors” at Gobble Up, organized by Urban Craft Uprising at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle. Examples of what you’ll find include sauces, teas, kitchenware, and food trucks. Held in June and November.
Westlake (1.3 miles N)
The Classic Workboat Show features tours of classic and modern working boats (tugboats, fishing boats, research vessels, and ex-military vessels), engine demonstrations, mini carnival, and a floating beer garden at Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle.
SoDo (1.6 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Mariners play an exciting home game at T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. S in Seattle.
Capitol Hill (1.8 miles NE)
Pierogi Fest features pierogi (dumplings), potato pancakes, Polish beer, dessert, folk music (1:30 p.m.), crafts, and kids’ activities at Polish Cultural Center, 1714 18th Ave. in Seattle.
Queen Anne (2.3 miles NW)
Smol Art Mart features 80 Seattle artists covering subjects like animals, portraits, graphic design, zines, anime, pottery, and jewelry at Queen Anne Community Center, 1901 1st Ave. W in Seattle.
Fremont (3.7 miles N)
Capitol Hill (3.3 miles NE)
Parké Diem is a family-friendly electronic music concert with 10 performers, live art, craft vendors, and food trucks at Volunteer Park, 1247 15th Ave. E in Seattle.
SoDo (3.3 miles S)
A ticket to the Wine & Oysters Event at Patterson Cellars includes six oysters (chilled or baked) with accompaniments, plus a wine flight of three 3-ounce pours. The first weekend is at Patterson Cellars Tasting Room, 3861 1st Ave. S in Seattle.
SoDo (3.4 miles S)
Earth & Fire Affair includes live music, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and a silent auction (5:30 p.m.), plus dinner and a live auction (7 p.m.) to support Pottery Northwest at Hideaway Cellars, 4130 1st Ave. S in Seattle.
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.
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. Most concerts are sold out, but you can see tickets for resale at the green link below.
University District (4.5 miles NE)
Dig up fossils and talk to paleontologists about dinosaurs during DinoFest at The Burke Museum, 4300 15th Ave. NE in Seattle. Buy tickets online to reserve an entry time.
Phinney Ridge (5.1 miles N)
Shop from 80 local artisans at PhinneyWood Summer Arts Festival, with creative workshops, kids’ art activities, a beer garden, food trucks, and live music at Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N in Seattle.
Ballard (5.1 miles NW)
A ticket to Ballard Cocktail Trail includes tastes of 10 “unique craft cocktails” in boutique shops beginning at Umpqua Bank, 5512 22nd Ave. NW in Seattle. Held in June and December.
North Delridge (5.7 miles SW)
Challenge yourself on the high ropes course, climb Schurman Rock, rappel down Glacier Wall, join a scavenger hunt, and enjoy family-friendly activities during Mountain Fest at Camp Long, 5200 35th Ave. SW in Seattle.
Mercer Island
Watch a live two-hour performance of The Two Gentlemen of Verona by William Shakespeare in many Puget Sound parks during Wooden O.
Bellevue (9.4 miles E)
Billed as Bellevue’s largest LGBTQIA event, Paws and Pride Dog Jog & Walk is a one-mile stroll for you and your dog. Afterward, enjoy a mimosa & beer garden, DJ music, RuPaw’s Dawg Costume Contest, and a drag queen at Bellevue Downtown Park, 10201 NE 4th St. in Bellevue.
Bellevue (11 miles E)
Japan Fair features Japanese art, a food court, 70 vendors, entertainment, and Taiko drumming at Meydenbauer Center, 11000 NE 6th St. in Bellevue. Parking is not free.
Bellevue (11 miles E)
The family-friendly 8-mile or 24-mile Lake to Lake Bike Ride begins and ends at Robinswood Park Playground, 14915 SE 22nd St. in Bellevue. A course for children ages 3 to 8 circles the park.
Renton (13 miles SE)
A $35 ticket to Renton Wine Walk includes a souvenir glass and 10 tokens to sample wine in downtown businesses where you can meet the winemakers, beginning at Rain City Market, 700 S 3rd St. in Renton. Free parking. Bring age 21+ ID. Also held in September.
Tukwila (14 miles S)
A chocolate expert guides adults through pairings of beer from Georgetown Brewery and locally made chocolate during Beer and Chocolate Tasting Experience at Seattle Chocolate, 1180 Andover Park W in Tukwila. Bring age 21+ ID.
All state parks
On State Parks Free Days, you can picnic and play at any of the 140 Washington State Parks.
Redmond (15 miles NE)
Shop from vendors, watch entertainment on stage, hear speakers, and visit the animal petting zoo at Vegetarian Vegan & Raw Food Festival at Downtown Park, 16101 Redmond Way in Redmond.
Redmond (16 miles NE)
Marymoor Live presents a wide variety of live music in a green setting. Bring cash for parking, and a blanket or chairs to Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond.
Redmond (16 miles NE)
The timed Big Backyard 5K/10K is dog, stroller, and family friendly and includes a free kids’ dash and an awards ceremony at Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE in Redmond.
Lynnwood (17 miles NE)
Find vintage material from baseball, basketball, football, hockey, boxing and more at the Washington State Sports Collectors Show at Lynnwood Event Center, 3711 196th St. SW in Lynnwood. Admission costs more during the first hour.
Lynnwood (17 miles NE)
Crave promises tastes from “the best chefs, mixologists, winemakers, brewers, and artisan food providers” plus an optional after-party for $25 at Lynnwood Event Center, 3711 196th St. SW in Lynnwood. Must be age 21+.
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Watch eight short shows selected from hundreds of submissions, and then vote for your favorite at Festival of Shorts at Driftwood Players, 950 Main St. in Edmonds.
Edmonds (17 miles N)
Puget Sound Bird Fest includes guided birding walks, speakers, exhibits, and family-friendly activities inside and near the Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St. in Edmonds. Some guided walks are not free.
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.
Kent (18 miles S)
Amateur robot enthusiasts exhibit new technologies, share ideas, show off robotic creations, and compete during Robothon, both inside and outside First Washington Fieldhouse, 22426 72nd Ave. S in Kent. This event is held in June & October.
Bremerton (18 miles W via ferry)
Enjoy live music, a beer garden, and vendors on the Bremerton boardwalk, and then watch fireworks launch from The Manette Bridge (Sat. 10:15 p.m.) during Bremerton Bridge Blast.
Bothell (20 miles NE)
Sample “delicious wines, beers, ciders, and spirits while socializing, listening to music, and exploring 24 different Bothell shops” during Summer Wine, Beer & Spirits Walk. Your ticket includes a glass and 10 tastes. Check in behind First & Main Design Market, 10100 Main St. in Bothell.
Kent (20 miles SE)
Shop from 30 vendors, visit the kids’ area, and watch lapidary arts demonstrations at the Cascade Gem and Mineral Show at Kent Commons, 525 4th Ave. N in Kent.
Kent (20 miles SE)
Kent International Festival offers ethnic food, songs, dance, art activities, and cultural booths at ShoWare Center, 625 W James St. in Kent.
Bothell (20 miles NE)
Sample beer, cider, and wine from local producers, shop at food trucks, and hear bands on two stages at Bothell Block Party and BrewFest for age 21+ in the parking lot at Bothell Furniture, 18811 Bothell Way NE in Bothell. Sponsored by U.W. Alumni Association but open to the public. No pets.
Federal Way (23 miles S)
Shop from artists, vote for your favorite, hear musical performances, visit food trucks, and check out art-making for kids at Arts Explosion in Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center, 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S in Federal Way. Saturday is the main day of this four-day event.
Federal Way (25 miles S)
See bonsai trees in a woodsy setting, watch bonsai-making demonstrations, enjoy tai chi and sound bathing, join yoga, and shop from food trucks during Summer Bonsai Solstice at Pacific Bonsai Museum, 2515 S 336th St. in Federal Way. Donation.
Snoqualmie (27 miles E)
Shop vendors, ride trails, test your skills, test bikes, visit kids’ events, and buy food or beer at Evergreen Mountain Bike Festival in Raging River State Forest near Rattlesnake Mountain Trail Parking Lot, 37580 Winery Road in Snoqualmie. Children age 12 and younger are free.
Carnation (28 miles E)
Visit quaint 14th century England at the Midsomer Festival with games, archery, puppets, crafts, minstrels, food, and drink at Camlann Medieval Village, 10320 Kelly Road NE in Carnation. Children age 5 and younger are free. No pets.
Tacoma (33 miles S)
Big trucks roar in freestyle motocross at Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, with “a laser light show, spectacular theatrical effects, dance parties, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways” at Tacoma Dome, 2727 E D Street in Tacoma.
Sumner (35 miles S)
Rhubarb Days promises “live music, a beer garden, crafts, and local vendors in the Rhubarb Pie Capitol of the World,” sponsored by Sumner Main Street Association, 923 Kincaid Ave. in Sumner.
Tacoma (35 miles S)
Watch a film about salmon (Thursday 6 p.m.), kayak with lanterns (Friday 9 to 10 p.m.), clean the beach (Saturday 10 a.m.), and attend an arts and ecology festival (Saturday) during Tacoma Ocean Fest. Most events are at Foss Waterway Seaport Museum, 705 Dock St. in Tacoma.
Puyallup (37 miles S)
The Taste Northwest offers restaurant food from 60 vendors, a crafts market, live entertainment, cooking competitions, kids’ activities, and an adult-beverage garden at Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup. Parking is not free.
Puyallup (37 miles S)
Scrapbookers will find classes, vendors, and crop parties at Stamp & Scrapbook Expo at the Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW in Puyallup.
Bremerton (40 miles W via ferry)
Kitsap Medieval Faire has medieval armored combat, archery, bards, dancing, and village merchants at Kitsap County Fairgrounds & Events Center, 1200 Fairgrounds Road NW in Bremerton. Free for children age 17 and younger.
Tacoma (41 miles SW)
Explore historical buildings from 1885, enjoy passed appetizers and a cash bar, and then dine on a buffet-style dinner with live music at 6:30 p.m., followed by “desserts baked in our period kitchen” during Dine We Must at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, 5519 Five Mile Drive in Tacoma.
Lakewood (44 miles S)
Family-friendly Fairyfest offers art, music, dance, storytelling, fairy princesses, and a chance to build a fairy house at Lakewold Gardens, 12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW in Lakewood. Children age 5 and younger are free.
Buckley (45 miles SE)
Buckley Log Show begins with a parade on Saturday at 10 a.m., followed by logging events at noon. The competitions continue on Sunday at 11 a.m. The beer garden and family areas are open both days. Located at Buckley Log Show Grounds, 375 N River Ave. in Buckley.
Joint Base Lewis-McChord (47 miles S)
Register online to attend FreedomFest at the military base, which includes carnival rides, food trucks, vendors, entertainment, a car show until 4 p.m., and fireworks at 10:15 p.m. Take exit 119 and enter through DuPont Gate, 4085 West Way, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. A free shuttle departs from satellite parking.
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.
Shelton (83 miles SW)
Forest Festival in Shelton lasts four days, but the main events are Saturday: pancake breakfast (7 to 11 a.m.), run/walk, pet parade (10:30 a.m.), grand parade (11 a.m.), logging show (12 to 4 p.m.), carnival rides (12 to 10 p.m.), music (5 to 10 p.m.), and fireworks at Oakland Bay Jr. High (10 p.m.).
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.
Shelton (95 miles SW)
MotoAmerica has qualifying events on Friday, six classes of races on the weekend, go karts, food vendors, and camping at 170-acre Ridge Motorsports Park, 1060 W Eells Hill Road in Shelton. Children age 12 and younger are free.
Blaine (111 miles N)
Bellingham Scottish Gathering has traditional athletic competitions, a dance competition, bagpipe bands, food and craft vendors, a beer garden, and Scottish animals at Blaine Marine Park, 200 Marine Drive in Blaine. Additional events are located on Semiahmoo Spit. Children younger than age 5 are free. No pets.
Westport (131 miles SW)
“Pirates invade Westport for a weekend of fun, food, and frivolity” during Rusty Scupper’s Pirate Daze, which offers vendors, music, food, and costumed characters along Westhaven Drive on the Westport waterfront.
Union Gap (148 miles E)
Watch Lincoln deliver the Gettysburg Address, visit soldiers’ camps, and see uniformed actors reenact a Civil War battle in the field during Old Town Days at Fullbright Park, 4508 Main St. in Union Gap. The schedule lists sawmill demonstrations, an old-time dance, museum exhibits, and food vendors.
June 1, 125 - Oct. 18, 24
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.
June 1, 125 - Oct. 19, 24
Pioneer Square (1.3 miles S)
Watch the Seattle Sounders play a home game at Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S in Seattle.
June 1, 125 - Dec. 14, 24
Snohomish (29 miles NE)
A ticket to Snohomish Wine Walk includes 10 tastes of wine at shops in charming downtown Snohomish, beginning at Waltz Building, 116 Avenue B in Snohomish. Bring age 21+ ID. Add $5 if you don’t bring a glass. Held in summer, fall, and winter.
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