Events

An annual outdoor showcase of Pacific Northwest gardening held in Tacoma's stunning Point Defiance Park, featuring hands-on programming, horticultural demonstrations, guided garden tours, food vendors, and wine tasting. Tickets for garden tours, workshops, and wine tasting are sold separately through the Parks Tacoma website. Dates: June 6–7, 2026 Cost: General admission free; tickets for garden […]

Pagdiriwang (meaning 'celebration' in Filipino) is a free two-day festival honoring Filipino and Filipino American culture at Seattle Center, featuring traditional music, folk dances, culinary vendors, cultural arts, and community programming as part of the Seattle Center Festál series. Dates: June 6–7, 2026 Cost: Free More Info: https://www.seattlecenter.com/connect/news/seattle-center-festal-announces-2026-schedule

Washington's best summer craft beer festival brings together breweries from across the state for a single-day celebration of Washington craft beer, 4–8 PM. New in 2026, the event also features a selection of wines, ciders, and spirits alongside the state's top craft beers. Early bird tickets go on sale April 8. Dates: June 13, 2026 […]

A free 3-day outdoor flow arts festival featuring 35+ workshops in yoga, acro-yoga, poi, hoops, juggling, contact staff, slackline, and aerial arts. Friday features a Community Fire Jam at Volunteer Park; Saturday is the main event at Woodland Park with performances and vendors; Sunday is a community playdate. All ages welcome. Dates: June 13–15, 2026 […]

Themed 'America 250,' this festival celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States by focusing on composers who shaped the American classical voice. Features over a dozen concerts across concert halls, islands, parks, and neighborhoods with world-class chamber musicians. Discounted subscription packages available; single tickets on sale April 27. Dates: June 18–July 26, 2026 Cost: […]

A flat, fast, USATF-certified half marathon and 10K trail run along the Snoqualmie Valley Trail, winding through some of the most beautiful agricultural landscapes and old-growth forests in the region. The course finishes under the iconic big red barn at King County's Tolt MacDonald Park. Presented by REI Co-op and organized by Orca Running. Dates: […]

Seattle's beloved outdoor summer solstice festival held in the Fremont neighborhood, featuring the iconic Fremont Solstice Parade (Saturday at 1pm), local artisan vendors, live music, food stalls, and community activities over two days. The fair coincides with the Summer Solstice and brings together tens of thousands of attendees in Seattle's quirky, creative neighborhood. Dates: June […]

A residential silent mindfulness weekend retreat led by Carolyn McCarthy and RJ Rongcal. Held at the beautiful Samish Island site with stunning water views, this retreat includes sitting and walking meditation, mindful yoga, body scan, and dharma talks in the MBSR tradition. Simple cabins and vegetarian meals included. Dates: June 26–28, 2026 Cost: $325–$605 (sliding […]

The Taste Northwest is a three-day food and entertainment festival at the Washington State Fair Event Center, featuring approximately 60 food vendors offering local and international cuisine with $5 tasting portions. The event includes live music and comedy stages, chef battles, mini golf, axe throwing, inflatables, shopping, and an inaugural Puyallup Paddle Battle pickleball tournament. […]

One of Seattle's largest annual festivals, PrideFest at Seattle Center celebrates the LGBTQ+ community with a full day of entertainment, performances, vendors, and family-friendly activities from noon to 8 PM. Part of Seattle's month-long Pride celebrations in June, the event is free and open to all ages (beer gardens are 21+). Dates: June 28, 2026 […]

Pioneer Square Fest over Independence Day weekend features a free market with 80+ art and food vendors (both days) plus 20 live bands on Saturday in and around Occidental Square Park. Some Saturday venues require a paid wristband while the outdoor market remains free. Dates: July 4–5, 2026 Cost: Free (some Saturday evening venues require […]

Returning for its 45th year, West Seattle Summer Fest is a beloved four-day street fair covering five blocks of closed streets at The Junction, featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors, a beer garden, and a Kids' Zone. Thursday, July 9 kicks off with Summer Fest Eve — a celebration for locals with live music, […]