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

54th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival

5/23/2025 through 5/25/2025

The annual Northwest Folklife Festival is a community-powered celebration of the arts, culture, and heritage that make up …

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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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Festal: A Glimpse of China – Seattle Chinese Culture & Arts Festival

5/17/2025

This festival explores traditional and contemporary influences of China, covering 5,000 years of history through folk dances, artwork, …

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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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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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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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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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University District Street Fair

5/17/2025 through 5/18/2025

The U District Street Fair returns for its 54th year, kicking-off Seattle’s summer event season with a 15 …

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Festal: Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival

5/31/2025 through 6/1/2025

This festival celebrates Philippine culture, arts, and history through food, exhibits, performing arts, fashion show, martial arts, and …

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