2019 Federal Holiday Dates Tuesday, January 1: New Year’s Day Monday, January 21: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, February 18: President’s Day aka Washington’s Birthday Monday, May 27: Memorial Day Thursday, July 4: Independence Day Monday, September 2: Labor Day Monday, October 14: Columbus … [Read more...] about What’s open and closed on Memorial Day Weekend 2019
Summer: July-August
Where to see 4th of July fireworks in the Puget Sound region
Here's our list of where to see free public fireworks in Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, and Kirkland, plus other cities and communities north, south, east, and west of Seattle. To help you and your family enjoy the day, be sure to read tips and tricks for photographing fireworks in Seattle. If you think you might … [Read more...] about Where to see 4th of July fireworks in the Puget Sound region
Seattle Seahawks Blue Friday local food deals
Don’t miss Blue Friday Specials at restaurants during the Seattle Seahawks football season every September through December. When you visit these Puget Sound area restaurants on Blue Friday wearing blue or green, you can score a FANtastic 12th Man Food Specials. Taco Time Free Taco Tuesday Deal To take part in Taco … [Read more...] about Seattle Seahawks Blue Friday local food deals
Free parks pop-up in Seattle once a year
PARK(ing) Day is an annual worldwide event where artists, designers and citizens transform metered parking spots into temporary public parks. Seattle PARK(ing) Day happens only once a year, on the third Friday in September. What is Seattle PARK(ing) Day? This international event raises awareness about the importance … [Read more...] about Free parks pop-up in Seattle once a year
Discount advance tickets to Cider Swig festival in Gig Harbor
Cider Swig Festival in Gig Harbor features dozens of ciders to sip and enjoy, cider-centric arts, and demonstrations by area experts. For still more fun there are contests, live bands, food trucks and pop-ups, and kid's activities. The Cider Swig combines eco-awareness and commitment to community. Proceeds raised go … [Read more...] about Discount advance tickets to Cider Swig festival in Gig Harbor
Discount advance tickets to Fremont OktoberFest
Fremont Oktoberfest celebrates the very best in Pacific Northwest craft beer and traditional German biers. There are over 100 seasonal beers to taste. This three-day festival features food, live music, and plenty of other activities. Fremont OktoberFest is held rain or shine (duh, this is Seattle), so the event … [Read more...] about Discount advance tickets to Fremont OktoberFest
Discount tickets to WA State Fair in Puyallup
Kick off the autumn season and Get Your Happy On at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, with several weeks of food, fun, and entertainment! About The Washington State Fair The Washington State Fair (formerly the Puyallup Fair) is the largest fair in Washington State and has been the place for family, fun, and … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to WA State Fair in Puyallup
Discount tickets to 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 roving … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Evergreen State Fair in Monroe
Fairs, festivals, expos, and parades for the month of August
These August fairs, festivals, parades, and shows around the Puget Sound region have free or cheap admission ($15 or less). We sometimes include significant events with an admission fee higher than $15, if there are discounts or volunteering opportunities that allow you to enjoy the event for $15 or less. In … [Read more...] about Fairs, festivals, expos, and parades for the month of August
Where to see the Blue Angels for free Seafair Weekend
The Boeing Air Show during Seattle Seafair Weekend is a must see for all families and thrill seekers. For many across the Pacific Northwest, summer and Seafair reach their pinnacle as the pilots behind the yokes of the "Blue" Boeing F/A-18 Hornets make their thunderous and spectacular appearance over the … [Read more...] about Where to see the Blue Angels for free Seafair Weekend
Free 3-in-1 Arts Fair & Festival in Bellevue
Every year during last weekend of July, the immense, fun, and fascinating Bellevue Art Festival takes place in and around Bellevue Square. It's actually 3-fairs-in-1: BAM ARTSfair, Festival of the Arts, and 6th Street Fair. Bring the entire family and plan for a weekend of fun in the heart of downtown Bellevue. More … [Read more...] about Free 3-in-1 Arts Fair & Festival in Bellevue
Free Alki Art Fair supports community artists
The annual Alki Art Fair on Seattle’s most scenic beach is West Seattle’s premier summer art showcase and features juried art, presented and offered for sale by artists from West Seattle and other communities throughout the Puget Sound area. The Alki Arts Fair is free and family-friendly. Alki Beach is … [Read more...] about Free Alki Art Fair supports community artists
Seattle & Puget Sound Pride Parades & Festivals
Seattle Pride celebrates the Northwest's LGBTQ rights movement since its first coming out in the Puget Sound region in 1974, the year of the inaugural Seattle Pride celebration. About Stonewall Historically, Pride Parades everywhere honor the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, the scene of a police raid over liquor … [Read more...] about Seattle & Puget Sound Pride Parades & Festivals
Free Seattle Hempfest celebrates cannabis
Seattle Hempfest is held the third weekend in August each year in Myrtle Edwards and Centennial Parks on the Seattle waterfront.. For over two decades it has been the largest gathering of speakers on cannabis policy reform in the world, as well as a sophisticated and socially responsible cannabis rally, and perhaps the … [Read more...] about Free Seattle Hempfest celebrates cannabis
Free Derby Days and summer Arts Festival in Redmond
The City of Redmond is located about 15 miles east of Seattle, east of Lake Washington and north of Lake Sammamish, at the end of SR-520. The city prides itself for its high quality of life with good schools, a healthy economic base, a parks system that provides a variety of active and passive recreational … [Read more...] about Free Derby Days and summer Arts Festival in Redmond
