Spring, Summer Festivals 2012
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We have compiled a list of festivals in Seattle Area for you to enjoy and
make the most out of the much awaited summer. Share this with your friends and also let us know if we missed anything.
4th of July at Lake Union
It is one of the best shows in Seattle. It is fun for the whole family and it's
free.
Where: Lake Union
When: July 4
How much: Free
ArtWalk Issaquah - JUNE 1, JULY 6, AUG. 3, SEPT. 7
Live music, hands-on art projects, art displays, 5-8 p.m. on first Fridays
through September, downtown Issaquah
Call : 425-391-1112
Website: http://www.downtownissaquah.com
Bite of Seattle
Bite of Seattle is Seattle''s Northwest''s premier food festival. Here you can
enjoy food samplings from over 60 restaurants and also enjoy wine tastings,
"green bites," and other samplings. Most vendors will be offering smaller "Just
a Bite" portions for a lower price, so that you can sample more variety.
Where: Seattle Center
When: July
How much: Free admission.
Site: http://comcastbiteofseattle.com/
Colman Pool - JUNE 30-SEPT. 16
Outdoor saltwater pool scheduled to open for the season after major
reconstruction, daily June 30-Sept. 3 and Sept. 8-9, 15-16,
Lincoln Park, 8011 Fauntleroy Way S.W., Seattle; $3.25-$4.75
Call: 206-684-7494
Website: www.seattle.gov/parks
Chinatown-International District Summer Festival
It is the largest Pan-Asian American street-fair in the Pacific Northwest. The
Chinatown International District Summer Festival has been a community event
since 1975. Held annually on the second weekend of July. This annual two-day
event includes kids & family activities, cultural dances, musical performance,
karaoke contest, and over 100 booths featuring arts & crafts, local business,
community organizations and much more!
Where: International District - Seattle
When: July
How much: Free
Site: http://www.cidbia.org/events
Capitol Hill Block Party
The annual summer music festival for which the whole blocks of the Hill shut
down and stages are set up. You will see live
performances by some of Seattle''s best young rock bands
Where: Capitol Hill
When: July
Site: http://capitolhillblockparty.com/
Edmonds Waterfront Festival
Entertainment, arts, crafts and food vendors, kids'' activities and rides, beer
garden, classic yacht show, 3-10 p.m.
June 1, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. June 2, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. June 3, Port of Edmonds Marina,
Edmonds; $3.
Website :
http://www.edmondswaterfrontfestival.com
Festival Sundiata - JUNE 30-JULY 1
African and African-American culture including music on three stages, food
vendors, car show, 10 a.m. June 30-July 1, Seattle Center, Seattle
Call: 206-684-7200
Website: http://festivalsundiata.org
Gig Harbor Garden Tour - June 30-July 1
A self-guided event, showcasing seven gardens in the Gig Harbor area, with
speakers, dinner and auction. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 1,
downtown Gig Harbor; $25
Website : http://www.gigharborgardentour.com
Greenwood Car Show - JUNE 30
Hundreds of classic, antique and modern cars on display, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 30,
along Greenwood Avenue North from North 67th Street to North 90th Street,
Seattle; free for spectators
Website: http://www.greenwoodcarshow.com
Jetty Jam - JUNE 30
Board sports festival, stand-up paddleboard and kiteboard racing, demos,
exhibits, clinics for all ages and abilities,
10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 30, Jetty Island, accessed by free ferry, 10th Street Boat
Launch and Marine Park, Everett
Call: 206-545-9463
Website: http://www.urbansurf.com
Kent International Festival
Art displays, community performers, educational activities, food vendors,
celebrating Kent''s cultural diversity; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.,
Town Square Plaza, Smith and Second Avenue, Kent; free
Call: 206-818-8304
Website: http://www.kentinternationalfestival.com
Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival - JUNE 30-JULY 4
Visiting vessels, free public boat rides, toy-boat building, demonstrations,
food vendors, music, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
June 30-July 3, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 4, Center for Wooden Boats, 1010 Valley
St., Seattle
Call: 206-382-2628
Website: http://www.cwb.org/2012Festival
Meeker Days Festival - JUNE 15-17
Entertainment on four stages, food courts, craft vendors, Kid Zone Playland,
TeenZone with skatepark, antique tractor display,
classic car show, noon-9 p.m. June 15; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. June 16; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
June 17, Puyallup
Website:
http://puyallupmainstreet.com/meekerdays.html
Marysville Strawberry Festival - JUNE 15-17
Berry Run/Walk, arts and crafts market, entertainment, carnival, kiddies''
parade and Grand Parade, fireworks display;
2-9 p.m. June 15th; 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. June 16; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 17,
Marysville
Call : 360-659-7664
Website: http://www.maryfest.com
Northwest Folklife Festival 2012 (Memorial Day weekend)
Northwest Folklife is happy to offer a wide variety of activities for all ages
happening this Memorial Day Weekend (May 25-28)
in Seattle Center. As always, the Festival charges no admission fee. The
Northwest Folklife Festival has become a tradition for families for good reason.
Each year we provide many opportunities for children and parents to dance, sing,
play music, and experience the diverse cultures of the Pacific Northwest.
Site: http://www.nwfolklifefestival.org/
SummerFest - JUNE 29-JULY 1
KIDZ Zone, market, entertainment, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, 5K fun run, June
29-July 1, Fort Steilacoom Park, 8714 87th Ave. S.W., Lakewood
Call: 253-983-7887
Website: http://www.lakewoodparksandrec.com
Samoa Culture Day - JUNE 30
Traditional Samoan games, dances, music, singing, foods, arts and crafts, June
30, Clover Park High School, 11023 Gravelly
Lake Drive S.W., Lakewood
Call: 253-383-3900
Website:
http://www.asiapacificculturalcenter.org
Seattle Beerfest
MARK YOUR SEATTLE WASHINGTON SUMMER BEER FESTIVAL CALENDAR! SIB IS AN OVER THE
TOP BEER FESTIVAL
celebrating the world''s most legendary brewing styles and the nation
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