Area Events
July
Seafair
Seattle's all-city premier event. Activities happen over six weeks and everyone is invited. From parades to hydroplane races. Address: Seattle, WA Website: SeaFair.com
Bite of Seattle
In 1986, the Bite moved to Seattle Center where it now attracts over 450,000 in three days and hosts over 60 restaurants. Address: Seattle Center Phone: 425-283-5050 Website: BiteOfSeattle.com
August
Seafair
Seattle's all-city premier event. Activities happen over six weeks and everyone is invited. From parades to hydroplane races. Address: Seattle, WA Website: SeaFair.com
September
Puyallup Fair
The largest single attraction in Washington State and top 10 in the world. 17 days in Fall. 4 days in spring. Address: Puyallup, WA Phone: 253-841-5045 Email: Website: TheFair.com
Bumbershoot Festival
Bumbershoot is an annual international music and arts festival held in Seattle. With over 20 indoor/outdoor venues, a wide variety of festival cuisine and a diverse collection of indie retail vendors Address: Seattle Center Phone: 206-281-7788 Website: Bumbershoot.org
October
WA State Vacation Rental Managers Meeting
Top Vacation Rental Managers meet to share ideas and foster the industry. Guest speakers, news and information. Plus the only state website that features Vacation Rentals in the Evergreen State. Contact Person: Josh Dettweiller Phone: 206-701-9142 Extension 906 Fax: 888-628-0839 Email: Website: WAVRMA.org
November
Tree Lighting Celebration & Holiday Parade
Anyone looking to catch a quick escape before the Christmas holidays should definitely check into the city of Seattle, and take part in their Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade. Address: Downtown Seattle
January
Seattle Boat Show
Annual Seattle Boat Show will be bigger than it's ever been before due to the recent opening of Qwest Field, representing the latest in technological marine innovations. Address: Qwest Field 800 Occidental Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98134 Phone: 206-634-0911 Email: Website: SeattleBoatShow.com
May
WA State Vacation Rental Managers Meeting
Top Vacation Rental Managers meet to share ideas and foster the industry. Guest speakers, news and information. Plus the only state website that features Vacation Rentals in the Evergreen State. Contact Person: Josh Dettweiller Phone: 206-701-9142 Extension 906 Fax: 888-628-0839 Email: Website: WAVRMA.org
Northwest Folklife Festival
Since 1972, Northwest Folklife has been helping Puget Sound residents share the music, dance and traditional arts of their ethnic and cultural communities. Address: Seattle Center Phone: 206-684-7300 Email: Website: NWFolklife.org
Seattle International Film Festival
Experience 25 Days of intense film viewing, where you can indulge in every type of cinema from the US & around the globe. Address: McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer Street, Seattle Center Phone: 206-633-7151 Email: Website: SIFF.net
June
Seafair
Seattle's all-city premier event. Activities happen over six weeks and everyone is invited. From parades to hydroplane races. Address: Seattle, WA Website: SeaFair.com
Seattle International Film Festival
Experience 25 Days of intense film viewing, where you can indulge in every type of cinema from the US & around the globe. Address: McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer Street, Seattle Center Phone: 206-633-7151 Email: Website: SIFF.net