Since 2015, the town of La Conner has been the official host of an Annual Daffodil Festival, which takes place during the month of March. The fields of Skagit County burst into bloom with daffodils, a month ahead of the more famous tulips. Daffodil crops are grown on a three-year cycle, compared with an annual rotation … [Read more...] about Daffodil Festival in La Conner WA
Fairs, Festivals & Parades
Our big list of annual food festivals
Food festivals abound in the Puget Sound region. These popular events showcase food in Seattle as well as across agriculturally rich Washington State. All are well-established annual food festivals. Except where noted, they have free admission. Food and beverage (adult or otherwise) is, of course, extra. Current and … [Read more...] about Our big list of annual food festivals
Lunar New Year 2020 events around Puget Sound
Seattle is home to a diverse community of Asian cultures who celebrate the Lunar New Year. Lunar New Year celebrations welcome the return of spring and chase out the dark days of winter (and the evil spirits who lurk there) with the traditional roaring lion dance, the crackle of firecrackers, and other … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year 2020 events around Puget Sound
Our Big Neighborhood family festivals in Seattle
Our Big Neighborhood family festivals area opportunities to share folk, ethnic and traditional arts. With events scheduled all year round, there’s always an opportunity to have fun and learn something new. Committed to Access for All, the suggested daily donation is $5 per day. About Our Big Neighborhood Northwest … [Read more...] about Our Big Neighborhood family festivals in Seattle
Our big list of car shows and auto clubs
The Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region has its fair share of car shows, car clubs, and swap meets to satisfy car and motorcycle enthusiasts living or visiting the region. We've listed the key (get it?) events and organizations throughout the state. Find a calendar of upcoming car shows and related events below. Auto … [Read more...] about Our big list of car shows and auto clubs
Cultural heritage festivals in the Puget Sound region
We have a lot of festivals in the Puget Sound region, some say more than many other places in the country. At Greater Seattle on the Cheap, we provide information for hundreds of festivals and fairs throughout the year, including many cultural heritage festivals. These festivals especially feature Asian, Black … [Read more...] about Cultural heritage festivals in the Puget Sound region
Solstice events, lantern festivals, and light shows
The word solstice comes from the Latin word solstitium, meaning sol (sun) and stitium (to stop). The solstice occurs twice a year, when it reaches the northernmost point in summer and southernmost point in winter. Each solstice indicates the stop of the sun before it begins to move in the opposite direction and occurs … [Read more...] about Solstice events, lantern festivals, and light shows
Auburn Veterans Parade, Saturday 11AM
The city of Auburn, Washington is located 25 miles south of Seattle, just east of I-5 on Highway 18. Auburn is designated by the Veterans Day National Committee and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Regional Site for the celebration of Veterans Day. Auburn is also a Vietnam War Commemorative … [Read more...] about Auburn Veterans Parade, Saturday 11AM
Veterans Day parades and commemorative events
Here’s our list of Veteran’s Day parades and other commemorative events in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region. For free Veteran's Day meals and freebies, see our list of Veterans Day free meals and shopping discounts. About Veteran's Day World War I unofficially ended when the Allied nations and Germany … [Read more...] about Veterans Day parades and commemorative events
Oktoberfest beer festivals in the Puget sound region
The tradition of Oktoberfest began in Munich, Germany in 1810 when Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig married Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. Week-long nuptial festivities began on October 12 and ended on October 17, with a horse race concluding the celebration. And the wedding ceremony, of course. Why is … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest beer festivals in the Puget sound region
Free events throughout the year at Seattle Center
Seattle Center is an arts, recreational, and civic center at the core of the city. Its roots reach back more than 100 years, as a site of Native American celebrations. Today, it is one of the nation’s best gathering places. 1962 Seattle World's Fair The Century 21 Exposition, also known as the Seattle World's Fair. … [Read more...] about Free events throughout the year at Seattle Center
Free Small Business Fair in Renton
Washington Small Business Fair (Biz Fair) is an free annual event for new and existing small business owners. Biz Fair is the longest running all government and non-profit-run small business fair in Washington State. The purpose of the fair is to provide a wide spectrum of information that small business owners … [Read more...] about Free Small Business Fair in Renton
Chinatown-International District festivals
The Seattle Chinatown-International District (aka the “ID”, pronounced eye-dee), located south of downtown is a cultural hub of the Asian American community. Historically, it is the only area in the continental United States where several cultures—Chinese, Japanese, Filipinos, African Americans, and Vietnamese—settled … [Read more...] about Chinatown-International District festivals
Greek Festival at St. Demetrios in Seattle
A Seattle tradition since 1960, the St. Demetrios Greek Festival features savory Greek foods and sweet pastries. Everything is freshly prepared by members of the church community and served outdoors under a large tent on the church grounds. Savory Greek foods Calamari-Lightly breaded and deep-fried squid served … [Read more...] about Greek Festival at St. Demetrios in Seattle
Evergreen State Fair in Monroe
The Evergreen State Fair is a family-friendly celebration of all things Washington, showcasing the state's rich livestock and agriculture heritage. Held in Snohomish County north of Seattle, it the county’s largest event. Activities for visitors include free entertainment on the courtyard stage as well as … [Read more...] about Evergreen State Fair in Monroe
