Seattle Summer Festivals

Washington Brewers Festival

June 19 through June 21

The Washington Brewers Festival fittingly falls on Father's Day weekend. Rain or shine it's hosted in Kenmore, WA. There are over 200 beers on tap with live music to compliment the atmosphere. The crowd is 21 and over on Friday. Then all ages are welcome Saturday and Sunday where you can enjoy food and games.

Seafair

June 27 through August 2

For a half century Seafair in Seattle has dazzled and delighted locals and visitors with an event steeped in tradition. Enjoy air shows featuring the Blue Angels, watch hydroplane races on Lake Washington, participate in arts & crafts or for sporty types enter the Seafair Triathlon. There is live music and parades throughout the almost month-long festivities.

Seattle Pride Festival

June 28

Over 200,000 people gather in Seattle for the annual Seattle Pride Fest over Pride Weekend. It is one of the largest LGBT events in the area and it’s hosted at Seattle Center. The festival takes place immediately following the downtown parade on Sunday, June 28 between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Then at Seattle Center enjoy local and national talent, beer gardens, DJs spinning and more.

Chase Family 4th at Lake Union

July 4

The largest free fireworks show is at Gasworks Park. Fireworks light up the Lake Union district with a huge Pyrotechnic Extravaganza at 10 p.m. Gas Works Park Address: 2101 N. Northlake Way, Seattle.

Seattle International BeerFest

July 3 through 5

Come taste over 130 world-class beers from more than 15 countries. The outdoor event is hosted in the grass of the Seattle Center Mural Amphitheater about 100 yards west of the Space Needle.

Seattle Chamber Music Society Summer Festival

July 6 through August 14

The Seattle Chamber Music Society presents its 27th Summer Festival from July 6-31 the music festival takes place in Seattle (Lakeside School, 14050 First Avenue). And then from August 5-14 it takes place on the Eastside of Seattle (Overlake school in Redmond). It consists of 12 concerts each Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings with 7:00 p.m. recitals and concerts starting at 8:00 p.m.

Chinatown-International District Summer Festival

July 11 through 12

Located at Hing Hay Park in Seattle’s International District it is the largest Asian-American Streetfair in Washington. The free events offer Japanese drumming, Chinese martial arts, Filipino dancing, Lion and Dragon dances and live concerts featuring Jazz, New Age and Pop music. There’s even arts & crafts, authentic Asian cuisine and a Karaoke Stage for those that want to show off their vocal talents.

Bite of Seattle

July 17 through 19

Since 1982 the Bite of Seattle has grown into one of Seattle's largest Summer Festivals, with more than 50 of Seattle's finest restaurants, 30 food product companies and five beer gardens on hand with live entertainment, including a comedy club, a piano bar, wine tasting and more. Head to Seattle Center for a weekend of food fun.

Torchlight Parade at Seafair

July 25

This is the Northwest's largest lighted parade through downtown Seattle. The family tradition includes Macy's-style helium balloons, local bands, drill teams, illuminated floats and Seafair clowns and pirates. The parade begins at 7:30 p.m. at Seattle Center, and continues south down Fourth Ave. to Second Ave. and King Street.

Seattle Music Fest at Alki Beach

August (dates vary)

The Seattle Music Fest is Seattle’s well-known alternative rock festivals. It showcases emerging musical talent on Alki Beach (West Seattle) every August.

TibetFest

August 22 through 23

In the heart of Seattle Center the annual TibetFest is where the modern and ancient combine in an effort to preserve Tibet's unique cultural identity. The festival is free and the festival shares century old stories and legends through song and rhythmic movements, the wearing of symbolic masks and authentic costumes. Enjoy a Tibetan-style bazaar, children’s events and food.