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

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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Monster Jam

3/30/2024

Monster Jam features high octane spontaneous entertainment and intense competition, featuring the most recognizable trucks in the world.

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Shine On Seattle

Now through 3/31/2024

Discover the enchanting world of light art in Pioneer Square this winter season. Embark on a brief walking …

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Monster Energy AMA Supercross!

3/23/2024

See the world’s elite riders clash head-to-head at Monster Energy AMA Supercross where the fastest riders will earn …

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Explore The Market

Ongoing

Seattle’s public market and one of the country’s oldest farmers markets. Encompassing nine acres, the Market’s historic arcade, …

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Sakura-Con 2024

3/29/2024 through 3/31/2024

Sakura-Con is the oldest and most well attended anime convention in the Pacific Northwest where all of the …

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Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

4/1/2024 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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Capitol Hill Farmers Market – Sunday

Ongoing

After a busy Saturday night, the Capitol Hill Farmers Market is the place to be on Sundays. Don’t …

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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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