A beloved, community-powered celebration of arts, culture, and heritage from across the Pacific Northwest, held annually since 1972. Draws over 250,000 attendees across 25+ stages featuring music, dance, crafts, and food from hundreds of artists and cultural groups. The festival has been powered by donations for over 50 years.

Dates: May 22–25, 2026 (Memorial Day Weekend)

Cost: Free (donation-based; suggested donation requested)

More Info: https://nwfolklife.org