Northwest Folklife Festival. Photo by Christopher Nelson
Bumbershoot. Photo: Christopher Nelson
Northwest Folklife Festival. Photo by Christopher Nelson

Festivals

Seattle’s Annual Festival Calendar

There’s Always Fun to Be Had

Whether your interests include art, music, heritage, films or food, Seattle is your destination for festivals. We offer arts and cultural celebrations year round, including Northwest Folklife Festival, the Capitol Hill Block Party, Earshot Jazz Festival and FreakoutREFRACT provides an all-access pass to the region’s famous glass art scene. And we’re justifiably proud of Seattle International Film Festival, the longest running, largest and most highly attended film festival in the United States. Here are some of our annual events, find more in our events calendar.

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Upcoming Festivals

Opening Day of Boating Season

5/4/2024

Opening Day, the official opening of Seattle’s boating season includes a celebration of many kinds of water activities. …

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Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

Now through 4/30/2024

The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is one of the destination events for the Pacific Northwest, held from April …

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U District Street Fair

5/18/2024 through 5/19/2024

The U District Street Fair returns for its 53rd year, kicking-off Seattle’s summer event season with a 10 …

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Seattle International Film Festival

5/9/2024 through 5/19/2024

Celebrating its 50th year in 2024, the festival will spotlight new voices alongside established directors, films from more …

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Fremont Sunday Market

Ongoing

Established in 1990, the Fremont Market has evolved into a thriving, diverse European-style, canal-side open-air street market that …

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Festal: Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration

5/4/2024

This celebration recognizes Seattle’s strong ties with Asia and the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in …

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Festal: Spirit of Africa

5/11/2024

Spirit of Africa fosters greater inclusivity, awareness and appreciation for the varied traditions of music, movement and storytelling …

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Sensory-Friendly Programs

Ongoing

An opportunity for adults and families to experience the museum with lowered volume and light levels. All participants …

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University District Farmers Market

Ongoing

Held Saturdays year round, the University District Farmers Market is Seattle’s oldest and largest “farmers-only” neighborhood market. Founded …

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