Welcome back to our monthly events preview, where we highlight activities within a one-mile radius of Sound Transit stations. Are we missing something? Let us know at lifestyle@soundtransit.org
July 30 – August 4
Seattle Fleet Week Boeing Maritime Celebration - Seattle Waterfront
Head to the Waterfront for Fleet Week! Enjoy the Parade of Ships through Elliot Bay, meet sailors and guardsmen, enjoy free music, and take ship tours.
August 2 – 4
Seafair Weekend - Genesee Park and Lake Washington
Experience Seattle’s premier boating, air show and festival event all rolled into one! Enjoy live music, food, drinks and family-friendly activities.
August 3
Duwamish River Festival - People’s Park in South Park
A celebration of the Duwamish River with free food, entertainment, music, free kayaking and more.
Lake City Summer Festival & Parade - Lake City
This Northeast Seattle tradition is free and fun for everyone. Experience a car show, family area, food trucks, vendors and, of course, the parade!
August 3 – 4
Umoja Fest - Judkins Park in Seattle
Join the celebration of African American and African Diaspora culture at Judkins Park with music, food, culture, and family fun.
August 9
South Lake Union Block Party - South Lake Union
Now in its 18th year, the South Lake Union Block Party is one of the largest and longest running festivals focused on celebrating and showcasing the neighborhood.
August 9 – 11
Taste Edmonds - Civic Center Playfield in Edmonds
This three-day event pulls together the best that Edmonds and the surrounding communities have to offer in music, makers, food and fun to throw the celebration of the summer.
August 10
Glass Fest Northwest - Museum of Glass in Tacoma
Join in for the return of Glass Fest Northwest! Bringing together local artists and artisans, live glassmaking demonstrations, food, drinks and more, there’s something for everyone.
In the Spirit Arts Market & Northwest Native Festival - Tacoma
An annual summer celebration of Native arts and culture, the festival offers a variety of activities for all ages, including art exhibitions, a fashion show, live performances, artisan vendors, interactive activities and food.
August 11
Capitol Hill Garage Sale Day - Cal Anderson Park
Discover hidden treasures at Seattle’s longest running community-wide garage sale featuring over 100 people selling their items.
August 13
North City Jazz Walk - Shoreline
Stroll through Shoreline’s 16th annual North City Jazz Walk for an evening of live jazz performances.
August 16 – 18
Dragonflight Convention – Bellevue
Calling all board game fans! This tabletop gaming convention offers hundreds of hosted games and multiple tournaments.
August 16
Kane Brown - T-Mobile Park
Multi-platinum, 5x AMA award-winning entertainer and current CMA Award nominee Kane Brown is coming to T-Mobile Park on his “In the Air” Tour.
August 17
Food Walk Series - Chinese International District
Summer is here! Find $4, $6, and $8 offerings from restaurants and cafes across the CID.
Enjoy Asian Pacific American arts, culture and food at this annual August festival.
Entering outer space! BUFO features alien costume contests, guest speakers, kids activities, films and more at Town Square Park in Burien.
Celebrate the city’s birthday! Incorporated in August 1995, this is Shoreline’s signature event celebrating with live music, shows, pony rides and more fun, free entertainment.
Listen to live music, enjoy Hawaiian food, make a flower lei and more at this Hawaiian festival.
Cajun Fest – Kent
Get ready to spice up your summer! Experience the soul of Louisiana in the Pacific Northwest with this slice of southern culture featuring music, dancing, food, drinks and more.
August 17 – 18
Cascade Cactus and Succulent Society Plant Sale - Volunteer Park Conservatory
See rare and interesting cacti, succulents and other unique plants and accessories at this local plant sale.
Fresh Paint Arts Festival - Everett
Featuring over 100 booths, live entertainment, interactive art activities, glassblowing and more, Fresh Paint celebrates creativity and artistry in a vibrant and interactive way.
August 18
Foo Fighters - T-Mobile Park
The Foo Fighters are coming back to T-Mobile Park! Don't miss the legendary Seattle band on their "Everything or Nothing At All" Tour.
August 23
Throwback Summer Festival - Tacoma Dome
Enjoy R&B and Hip Hop with Keyshia Cole, The Game, Boosie, Plies and Too Short as they take over the Tacoma Dome.
August 23 – 25
Annual Arts in the Garden - Bellevue Botanical Garden
Discover 28 unique artists and a variety of 3-D garden art available for purchase among the flowerbeds and woodlands of the gardens along with live music and food trucks.
August 30:
Celebrate the opening of the 1 Line extension to Lynnwood with a morning ribbon cutting celebration and Night Market at each of the new stations.
August 30 – Sept. 1
Metallica - Lumen Field
Experience Metallica’s M72 World Tour, No Repeat Weekend with two unforgettable sets and two opening acts.
August 30 – Sept. 2
PAX West - Washington State Convention Center
A celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring panels, a massive expo hall, new game demos, tournaments and a community experience unlike any other.
August 30 – Sept. 22
Washington State Fair - Washington State Fair Events Center
Enjoy rides, food and entertainment at the state’s largest and oldest fair in the state.
August 31
LeMay Annual Car Show - Tacoma
See hundreds of collector vehicles, over 1,000 classic vehicles along with automobilia, vintage signs and gas pumps. A must see summer event for car enthusiasts!
Mark your calendars and make the most of these summer events!