Put on your best family-friendly costume and hit the streets of Tacoma's Proctor District for some Halloween fun. This year's Parade & Street Fair is supported by Friday Night Frights and presented by Washington State Horror Con. With the help of these organizations, Stellar Soirées Event Creation is bringing all … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Tacoma Halloween Parade & Spooky Street Fair
Community events (Festivals-Fairs-Parades)
Fall Fest: Spooky Scary SCM
The Seattle Children's Museum is embracing Halloween and combining science with seasonal fun at their Fall Fest. Wear your costume and get ready to get fully invested in some incredible hands-on experiments and activities. Community partners will also be speaking and educating throughout the event. Fall … [Read more...] about Fall Fest: Spooky Scary SCM
All Hallows at Lakewold Gardens
Lakewold Gardens' usual charming landscape has been transformed into an otherworldly wonderland full of strange creatures and spooky decor. Explore the grounds, take part in the activities, and don your best (and warmest) costume to show your Halloween spirit. This year's theme is "Creepy Creatures." The All … [Read more...] about All Hallows at Lakewold Gardens
McKinley Hill Haunted Street Fair
The Haunted Street Fair in Tacoma's historic McKinley Hill District is only in its second year, but is already on the way to becoming a community staple. During the event, McKinley Avenue is full to bursting with family-friendly Halloween fun including live music, local food trucks, and two full blocks of shopping … [Read more...] about McKinley Hill Haunted Street Fair
TurkFest 2026 at the Seattle Center
For 25 years, the Seattle Center has hosted the Seattle Center Festál series of free ethnic festivals from cultural traditions around the world. Each festival is a genuine celebration of culture, arts, and community. In October, you can join the Seattle Center and the Turkish American Cultural Association of … [Read more...] about TurkFest 2026 at the Seattle Center
Seattle Greek Food Festival every fall at St. Demetrios in Montlake
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. Homemade Greek delicacies await you, from spanakopita to Souvlakia and … [Read more...] about Seattle Greek Food Festival every fall at St. Demetrios in Montlake
Fishermen’s Fall Festival
The Fishermen's Fall Festival is an entirely volunteer-led event established to raise money for the Seattle Fishermen's Memorial. The Memorial honors the lives of those lost at sea and is dedicated to supporting working fishermen by providing essential services. While the Festival is primarily a fundraiser, it is … [Read more...] about Fishermen’s Fall Festival
West Seattle Oktoberfest at Ounces
Every October, Ounces Taproom & Beer Garden's Oktoberfest celebration takes West Seattle by storm. Dress up in your finest lederhosen or hotdog costume and hit the pavement to enjoy fresh beer, giant Bavarian-style pretzels, live music, and exciting contests. This Oktoberfest takes place from Friday, … [Read more...] about West Seattle Oktoberfest at Ounces
Mid-Autumn Festival at Seattle Chinese Garden
The Seattle Chinese Garden's Mid-Autumn Festival is a staple cultural event full of fun activities and opportunities to learn about Chinese culture and traditions. Bring the whole family to see beautiful performances and take part in hands-on lessons and crafts. The Mid-Autumn Festival is Saturday, September 26, … [Read more...] about Mid-Autumn Festival at Seattle Chinese Garden
Kelsey Creek Farm Fair
The Kesley Creek Farm Fair has been a fall staple for the City of Bellevue for more than 40 years. Visitors and families are encouraged to learn about farming while enjoying seasonal activities suitable for the whole family. The Fair is Saturday, October 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entry, parking, and and … [Read more...] about Kelsey Creek Farm Fair
Fall Foliage Festival & Plant Sale
Every year, the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden opens for free to the public during the Fall Foliage Festival & Plant Sale as a way to support the local gardening community. Visit during the Festival to buy from local vendors, explore the Garden's 22 acres of walking paths, and connect with other … [Read more...] about Fall Foliage Festival & Plant Sale
Fauntleroy Fall Festival
For more than 20 years, the Fauntleroy Fall Festival has been a beloved tradition in the Fauntleroy neighborhood of Seattle. This event is run and funded by the community for the community as a celebration of the neighborhood and the season. Visitors can expect to enjoy live performances and activities like pumpkin … [Read more...] about Fauntleroy Fall Festival
Harvest Festival Extravaganza
Families and community members of all ages and walks of life are welcome to join the City of Renton for the Harvest Festival Extravaganza. This is their version of Oktoberfest driven by local passion and creativity and created as a space for the community to come together and celebrate the autumn season. The … [Read more...] about Harvest Festival Extravaganza
The Great Wallingford Bratwurst Festival
Want to celebrate Oktoberfest but can't find an event that works for the whole family? Look no further than The Great Wallingford Bratwurst Festival. This annual festival hosted by the St. Benedict Catholic School is great fun for all ages and provides a variety of Oktoberfest-style entertainment for adults and kids … [Read more...] about The Great Wallingford Bratwurst Festival
Beacon Food Forest Harvest Fest
The Beacon Food Forest is a 7-acre ecological demonstration, learning, and open harvest site that has been cultivated entirely by community volunteers to educate on sustainable growing practices. It is also a project created to envision a future where the urban landscape and nature can work together in harmony to … [Read more...] about Beacon Food Forest Harvest Fest
Bellevue Demonstration Garden Harvest Festival
The dedicated and knowledgeable members of the King County Master Gardeners (KCMG) work in collaboration with communities around King County to do outreach to educate residents on best planting practices and empower them to become more self-sufficient. One of their outreach methods is the operation of ten demonstration … [Read more...] about Bellevue Demonstration Garden Harvest Festival
Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands Farm Fest
The Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands is a labor of love created by the Tilth Alliance in collaboration with the Friends of Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands in 2009. It has grown to be Seattle's largest urban farm and is just one of the Tilth Alliance's many urban farms, gardens, and kitchens that … [Read more...] about Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands Farm Fest
Rocktoberfest
Throw on your best rock n' roll themed outfit and join Georgetown Brewing Co. in dancing the night away during Rocktoberfest, the coolest one-of-a-kind Oktoberfest event around. The Hosen Ones and additional musical guests will perform all night long and you can enjoy games and food while you listen. The most … [Read more...] about Rocktoberfest
Fremont Oktoberfest
Known as "Seattle's largest beer festival," Fremont Oktoberfest is a three-day long event you definitely won't want to miss. There will be live music, contests with exciting prizes, and an entire day of the festival dedicated to dogs. Grab a ticket, pick your favorites from the 80+ beer options on tap over the … [Read more...] about Fremont Oktoberfest
Free Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival
The Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival, celebrating Hawaiian Culture, is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, September 13, at the Seattle Center. Admission is free. This year's theme, Mālama i ka ʻike o nā kūpuna, "If we do not remember our ancestors we will become lost people," celebrates the wisdom of Hawaiian … [Read more...] about Free Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival
14th Annual Tacoma Moon Festival
The Tacoma Moon Festival was started by The Chinese Reconciliation Project Foundation (CRPF) to share the Mid-Autumn Festival and the legend of the Chinese Moon Princess with the Tacoma community. Every year, visitors are encouraged to attend performances, buy from local vendors, and participate in various themed … [Read more...] about 14th Annual Tacoma Moon Festival
CANCELLED: Hops on the Harbor: Hotel Indigo Oktoberfest
This year, for the first time ever, the Hotel Indigo Everett Waterfront is joining in on the annual Oktoberfest fun. In October, its Hops on the Harbor event will bring German-inspired food, beer, interactive games, live music and more to their front lawn. You don't have to dress up in traditional Oktoberfest fashion, … [Read more...] about CANCELLED: Hops on the Harbor: Hotel Indigo Oktoberfest
Getaway: Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend (58 mi. NW via ferry)
The first Wooden Boat Festival (WBF) in North America in 1978 at Port Townsend eventually joined with Northwest Maritime Center in 2005 to continue to engage and educate people in traditional maritime culture and to inspire people to adventure on the sea--the most powerful teacher you may ever know! Today, the Port … [Read more...] about Getaway: Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend (58 mi. NW via ferry)
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
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
