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

Festal: Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival

4/11/2025 through 4/13/2025

This festival underscores the deep friendship between Seattle and Japan as it honors the renewal of life with …

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World Rhythm Festival 2028

4/25/2025 through 4/27/2025

Experience a full immersion in world music, drum and dance featuring multicultural drum and dance performances and workshops …

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Moisture Festival

Now through 4/13/2025

The Moisture Festival features an intriguing assortment of entertainment. It is highly skilled performances mixed with many bizarre …

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Tulip Tunes Music Festival

4/18/2025 through 4/20/2025

Tulip Tunes aims to celebrate the vibrant music scene of the Pacific Northwest while also showcasing nationally recognized …

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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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West Seattle Farmers Market – Sundays

Ongoing

Nestled in the heart of the West Seattle Junction between Alaska and California Avenues, The West Seattle Farmers …

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Ballard Farmers Market – Sunday

Ongoing

Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle’s first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington …

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Seattle Moisture Festival 2025

Now through 4/13/2025

For 21 years, Seattle Moisture Festival has presented their signature high energy comedy/variety shows, all accompanied by a …

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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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