One of our favourite seasons has arrived, and with it comes a new month. Hopefully, April will bring sunny skies and warm weather to Seattle! And with that, we can’t wait wait to see our cherry blossoms bloom. April brings some outdoor festivities and fairs, as we welcome warm seasons. It doesn’t have to cost much to enjoy what the new season brings. Here are the best cheap and free things to do in and around Seattle this April!
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Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
Washington’s most iconic tulip festival is back this April with unique displays taking place at four different farms across the Skagit Valley.
Immerse yourself in an endless kaleidoscope of colors as you wander through endless rows of vibrant blooms. And don’t forget to take home a hand-picked bouquet from your visit!
When: April 1 to 30, 2024
Where: Participating farms in the Skagit Valley
Cost: Free and ticketed starting from $13.50
Moisture Festival
The Moisture Festival is back in a big way this year! Enjoy high-energy comedy/varieté shows, all accompanied by a live show band. Aerialists, acrobats, jugglers, physical comedians, clowns, magicians, dancers, musicians, and burlesque artists are just the beginning!
When: On now until April 14th, 2024
Where: Broadway Performance Hall, 1625 Broadway
Cost: Pay what you can performances & ticketed ones
Workout Wednesdays
Fitness-focused Seattleites attending Workout Wednesdays, this is the last month to enjoy it! The classes are drop in so there’s no need to book ahead, and it all wraps up on April 3rd.
When: Wednesday, April 3rd, from 6 PM-7 PM & 7:30 PM-8:30 PM
Where: Seattle Center Armory
Cost: Free
Free 1st Thursday Public Tour
The Washington Park Arboretum hosts free public tours on the first Thursday of each month. So kick off your March walking through seasonal themes, collections plants, and learn about the history of the organization.
When: Thursday, April 4th, 2024
Where: The Graham Visitors Center, 2300 Arboretum Drive East
Cost: Free
Volunteer Park Conservatory
Get some spring feels before spring! The Volunteer Park Conservatory is open year-round and is full of beautiful tropical plants. It’s a great place to stroll with a date and enjoy a little peace and quiet in one of Seattle’s best parks.
Besides its usual $6 entrance, there are free days at the Park and they are on the 1st Thursdays and 1st Saturdays of each month.
When: Throughout April, free days on April 4th and 6th
Where: 1400 East Galer Street
Cost: $6
Taco Libre Truck Showdown
Seattle Night Market is bringing the Taco Libre Truck Showdown this April. It will feature an array of taco trucks, margarita bar, a illuminated night market, and captivating high-flying wrestling performances by Lucha Libre Volcánica.
When: Saturday, April 6th, 2024
Where: Magnuson Park Hangar 30, 6310 Northeast 74th Street
Cost: $15+
Washington State Fair 2024
The Washington State Spring Fair will be taking over the grounds at Puyallup for another year, kicking off on April 11th, and visitors can enjoy all their fair favorites like live entertainment, delicious food, wild rides, adorable animals, and boozy pit stops.
On Thursday, April 11th and Thursday, April 18th, kids aged 0-18 can get in to the fair for free.
As well, you can get free parking in any official Fair parking lot on Thursday, April 11th, as well as April 18th.
If you want to get in for free on opening day, on Thursday, April 11th from 2 to 10 PM, you can bring a non-perishable food donation for the Puyallup Food Bank and receive free admission. No coupon required!
When: April 11-14 and 18-21, 2024
Where: 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA
Cost: $11+
Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival
The Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival, which is coming back this April.
Besides seeing the blooms, attendees can expect a vibrant and colorful celebration that features a range of activities and performances that showcase Japanese art, culture, and traditions.
When: Friday, April 12th to Sunday, April 14th, 2024
Where: Seattle Center
Cost: Free
Tulip Festival Street Fair
The 40th annual Tulip Festival Street Fair takes place at the historic Downtown Mount Vernon, and it will be a long weekend of art, music, and festivities. There will also be 140+ artisan vendors!
When: Friday, April 19th to Sunday, April, 21st, 2024
Where: 223 S First Street, Mount Vernon
Cost: Free
Spring Foodie Fest
The Spring Foodie Fest returns! According to organizers, it was created “to celebrate all the delicious food of Seattle. Our purpose is to create an event where pop-ups, small business owners, and the community can come together and celebrate food from all over Seattle.”
You can expect great food options, crafted retail items, DJ spinning, & drinks pouring.
When: Saturday, April 20th, 2024
Where: The Stone House Cafe, 9701 Rainier Ave S
Cost: Free to enter
Free Entrance Day in the National Parks
The National Park Services sites will have free admission on select days, including one this April. On April 20, you can visit National Parks for free for the “First day of National Park Week.”
When: Saturday, April 20th, 2024
Where: National Parks
Cost: Free to enter
Renegade Craft
Support local and shop from over 180 curated artists at Renegade Seattle, which will feature “the best craft designers, artists, and creatives from the PNW and beyond.”
When: Saturday, April 20th, and Sunday, April 21st, 2024
Where: Hangar 30 @ Magnuson Park, 6310 NE 74th St.
Cost: $5 suggested
Discover Pass Free Days
Washington State Parks typically has several “free days” each year, and 2024 is no exception. On these select days, visitors can access state parks without requiring a Discover Pass, which is usually required for vehicle access to state recreation lands. This allows visitors to explore the natural beauty of the parks at no cost! One of those days is in April, celebrating Earth Day.
When: Monday, April 22nd, 2024
Where: Washington State Parks
Cost: Free
Seattle Boba Fest
Boba Fest is coming back to Seattle this April and it’s your chance to try it all, from traditional faves to exotic new flavours!
When: Saturday, April 27th, 12 PM – 6 PM
Where: U District, Seattle
Cost: Free to attend
Have a great month, and enjoy all of the free & cheap things to do in Seattle!
