Community events (Festivals-Fairs-Parades)

Festival Sundiata Black Arts Festival

Festival Sundiata Black Arts Festival is back for its 46th year at Seattle Center! This free, family-friendly festival highlights all art forms from the African diaspora and will run from 1 until 8 p.m. on August 22 and August 23, 2026. Festival Sundiata not only celebrates the arts, but educates the community about … [Read more...] about Festival Sundiata Black Arts Festival

ShoreLake Arts 6th Annual Battle of the Bands

Get ready for a summer night full of music, energy, and local talent! ShoreLake Arts presents the 6th Annual Battle of the Bands, a free, dynamic showcase of emerging and developing bands from across Washington State on August 22 beginning at 5 p.m. on the lawn of Pfingst Animal Acres Park in Lake Forest Park. This … [Read more...] about ShoreLake Arts 6th Annual Battle of the Bands

Encanto Music Festival

Feel the rhythm and mark your calendars for a vibrant celebration of Latino music, culture, dance, and community on Seattle’s beautiful waterfront. The Encanto Music Festival arrives at Pier 62, Waterfront Park (1951 Alaskan Way, Seattle) on August 22, with the free, family-friendly party going all day from 1 until … [Read more...] about Encanto Music Festival

98118 Fest

Celebrate Southend arts, music, and culture at SEEDArts’ second annual 98118 Fest on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 2 until 8 p.m. in Columbia Park: free and open to everyone! SEEDArts presents this free festival featuring live music, artist demonstrations, local artisans, food trucks, kids' … [Read more...] about 98118 Fest

Cambodian Cultural Celebration 2026

Enjoy a day of traditional dance, martial arts, and live music at the 17th annual Cambodian Cultural Celebration on August 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., in Saltwater State Park. This free event will feature: Traditional Performances: Watch classical and folk dances by Cambodian Classical and Folk … [Read more...] about Cambodian Cultural Celebration 2026

Seattle Design Festival 2026

Discover how design shapes our world at the 16th Annual Seattle Design Festival, August 15-20 at Lake Union Park from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. The weeklong celebration kick-offs with the Seattle Design Festival Block Party on August 15 and 16, a free two-day street fair featuring large-scale installations, performances, … [Read more...] about Seattle Design Festival 2026

Cajun & Creole Fest 2026

Get ready to two-step, second line, listen to Zydeco music, and enjoy a bowl of gumbo at Cajun & Creole Fest 2026 in Burlington Green Park (201 E. Meeker Street, Kent) on August 15. Happening from 1 until 7 p.m., this family-friendly festival brings the vibrant culture of Cajun and Creole traditions to the … [Read more...] about Cajun & Creole Fest 2026

Lynnwood Luau 2026

Grab your best Hawaiian shirt and head on over to the Lynnwood Luau on Saturday, August 15, from 2 until 8 p.m., at Lynnwood Plaza (3711 196th Street SW, Lynnwood)! Now celebrating its fourth year, this free, family-friendly event features live music, hula lessons, Polynesian dancing, food trucks, a tiki lounge, a … [Read more...] about Lynnwood Luau 2026

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 at the Evergreen State Fair for visitors include free entertainment on the courtyard … [Read more...] about Evergreen State Fair in Monroe

2026 WABA Korea Expo & Festival

Experience a free, family-friendly Korean cultural festival featuring a marketplace, delicious food, and a live "grand finale" K‑pop performance at Pier 62 on the waterfront in downtown Seattle! Happening August 14 through the 16th from 12 until 8 p.m. each day, the 2026 WABA Korea Expo & Festival is the premier … [Read more...] about 2026 WABA Korea Expo & Festival

Get Sauced! Hot Sauce & More Festival

Ready to put your spice levels to the test? The Get Sauced! Hot Sauce & More Festival returns for its second year on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the West Plaza Marketplace (5602 232nd St SW) in Mountlake Terrace. Admission is free. This free, one-day event features: … [Read more...] about Get Sauced! Hot Sauce & More Festival

South Lake Union Block Party 2026

Bring the whole family (dogs included!) to the lawn of the South Lake Union Discovery Center on August 14, 2026, for the all-day South Lake Union Block Party! Admission is free, and all ages are welcome. Enjoy the community fair, beer and cocktails, lawn games, street scramble, food trucks, and two music stages with … [Read more...] about South Lake Union Block Party 2026

CHOMP! Sustainable Food Festival

Celebrate all that is fresh, delicious, local, and sustainable in King County at CHOMP! Sustainable Food Festival 2026. Happening August 15 at Willowmoor Farm inside Marymoor Park, this free event supports King County's Local Food Initiative by highlighting local farms and farmers; chefs and restaurants using … [Read more...] about CHOMP! Sustainable Food Festival

Celebrate Shoreline 2026

Join the City of Shoreline on August 15 to celebrate its birthday! Happening at Cromwell Park (18030 Meridian Avenue N, Shoreline) from 12 until 9 p.m., this free, family-friendly festival has two stages with live music and shows, a beer garden, pony rides, children’s theater, food trucks, petting zoo, hands-on … [Read more...] about Celebrate Shoreline 2026

Bellevue International Festival 2026

Get ready for a day of global performances, cuisine, and free family-friendly activities! The third annual Bellevue International Festival is back to celebrate the global community on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Crossroads Park (999 164th Ave NE, Bellevue). The free event will feature live music … [Read more...] about Bellevue International Festival 2026

Duwamish River Festival 2026

Join together on August 8 at Duwamish River People's Park (8700 Dallas Ave S, Seattle) for the Duwamish River Festival: a free celebration of community, connection, and the shared vision held for the future of the Duwamish Valley. At its heart, the festival is about people coming together across … [Read more...] about Duwamish River Festival 2026

Pacific Northwest Folklorico Festival 2026

The Pacific Northwest Folklorico Festival is back for 2026! Join host Joyas Mestizas on Sunday, August 16, from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the Brockey Center, South Seattle College, and experience a full day of vibrant performances celebrating the rich cultural traditions of Mexico through folklórico dance, … [Read more...] about Pacific Northwest Folklorico Festival 2026

Othello Park International Festival 2026

It’s that time of year again! The Othello Park International Festival takes place on Sunday, August 9, 2026, from 12 until 6 p.m. at Othello Park playground (4351 South Othello Street, Seattle). This free, all-ages community event celebrates the diverse culture, music, and food of Southeast Seattle. From lion … [Read more...] about Othello Park International Festival 2026

Smol Art Mart 2026

Looking for a way to support local small and emerging artists? Look no further than Smol Art Mart, an annual, free art market in Seattle curated by four local artists that offers a space to showcase work and build connections within the Pacific Northwest art community. Happening August 8 and 9 from 12 until 6 … [Read more...] about Smol Art Mart 2026

Art on the Ave Festival in Tacoma

If you're looking for an explosion of local culture and color, look no further than Tacoma's Art on the Ave festival. Every year, TAPCO Credit Union and the 6th Ave Business District put on a FREE display of the power of the art scene in the Seattle metro area. Featuring live shows from singers, DJs, dancers, and … [Read more...] about Art on the Ave Festival in Tacoma

Caribbean Seafest 2026: Rags & Flags

Wear your Caribbean colors and bring your flags to the 2026 Caribbean Seafest on Sunday, August 9, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Jimi Hendrix Park. Caribbean Seafest is a free event bringing together the culturally and linguistically diverse Caribbean community across the Pacific Northwest, along with everyone eager to … [Read more...] about Caribbean Seafest 2026: Rags & Flags

BrasilFest 2026 in Seattle

Get ready to experience the energy and diversity of Brazil on August 16 between 11:00 a.m. and 6 p.m. at the Seattle Center Armory. The mission of BrasilFest is to expose the community to Brazilian arts and traditions during the week of Brazilian Folklore Day, celebrated annually on August 22. In Brazil, this event … [Read more...] about BrasilFest 2026 in Seattle

Tickets and information for Seafair Weekend Festival

Seafair Weekend is the culmination of Seattle's summer festival. One of Seattle's favorite traditions at Genesee Park in south Seattle on Lake Washington. It's an exhilarating rite of summer like nowhere else in the country. The 3-day festival features the U.S. Navy Blue Angels highlighting the Boeing Air Show … [Read more...] about Tickets and information for Seafair Weekend Festival

Tibet Fest at Seattle Center Armory

Join the Tibetan Association of Washington for Tibet Fest at the Seattle Center Armory on August 8 and 9, 2026 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day. Tibet Fest (pronounced T-bet Fest) is a free, all ages celebration showcasing traditional and contemporary Tibetan art, music, dance, food and more. The public rarely … [Read more...] about Tibet Fest at Seattle Center Armory

Lake City Summer Festival and Parade

Ready to celebrate all things summer? Lake City Summer Festival returns August 1, 2026, for a day dedicated to free family fun! Happening from 10:30 a.m. until twilight on August 1, the Lake City Summer Festival and Parade is committed to presenting a clean, safe, and family-friendly event that's free for … [Read more...] about Lake City Summer Festival and Parade