10 things to do in and around Seattle this weekend (July 12-14)

Another perfect sunny weekend is upon us. And if it is too hot, be sure to head out and enjoy one of the pools, beaches or sprayparks around the city. Besides jumping into the water, there are lots of festivals around Seattle over the coming days. So let’s check them out! Here are 10 things to do in and around Seattle this summery weekend.

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Seattle Storm

Check out and support the Women’s National Basketball Association this month, as the Seattle Storm take on several teams in July. This weekend, they face the
Minnesota Lynx on Friday, and the Atlanta Dream on Sunday.

When: Friday, July 12th and Sunday, July 14th, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $55+

King County Fair 

July marks the return of the King County Fair. Experience a summer carnival with monster truck rides, food & drinks.

When: Thursday, July 11th to 14th, 2024
Where:  45224 284th Ave SE, Enumclaw
Cost: $10+

Salty Sea Days

A beloved tradition in Everett returns with Salty Sea Days, a summer block party taking over downtown with live music, a beer garden and family activities!

When: Friday, July 12th and Saturday, July 13th, 2024
Where: 2900 block of Wetmore
Cost: Free

Ballard SeafoodFest

This weekend, head to Ballard for SeafoodFest! There will be FREE live music, family fun, arts, crafts, and food vendors, seafood, and an impressive craft beer showcase.

When: Friday, July 12th to Sunday, July 14th, 2024
Where: Along NW Market St and Ballard Ave NW
Cost: Free to attend

West Seattle Summer Fest

West Seattle Summer Fest is bringing a fantastic range of performances, and a variety of musical genres and unique experiences this weekend! There will also be plenty of local vendors to check out, and food to try.

When: Friday, July 12th to Sunday, July 14th, 2024
Where: Intersection of California Ave SW & SW Alaska St
Cost: Free to attend

Jungle Party

July means it’s time for Seattle’s wildest summer party! The 48th annual Jungle Party will be a celebration of forests around the world and the animals who call them home, according to organizers.

When: Friday, July 12th, 2024
Where:  Woodland Park Zoo’s North Meadow
Cost: $150+

Day in Day Out

One of our favorite summer festivals is back. Day In Day Out is bringing three days of music to the city. Catch The Head and The Heart, Bleachers, Carly Rae Jepsen, Men I Trust, Suki Waterhouse, Peach Pit, and much more at Seattle Center’s Fisher Green Pavilion, right under the Space Needle.

When: Friday, July 12th to Sunday, July 14th, 2024
Where:  Fisher Green Pavilion, 305 Harrison St
Cost:  $130+

Northwest Tune-Up Festival

The Northwest Tune-Up Festival “is a bike, beer, and music festival held in celebration of PNW culture.” It takes place in Bellingham with live biking, plenty of brews, and 20+ artists on the waterfront stages.

When: Friday, July 12th to Sunday July 14th, 2024
Where: Bellingham, WA
Cost: $80+

SipFest Snoqualmie 

SipFest Snoqualmie will feature craft wineries, cideries, and breweries outdoors in the picturesque Snoqualmie Railroad Park. You can bring your own glass to taste samples of wine, beer, and cider from local wineries, breweries, and cideries, and enjoy a night out in a beautiful shaded park setting.

When: Saturday, July 13th, 2024
Where: Railroad Park, 7971 Railroad Ave. SE, Snoqualmie, WA
Cost: $45

Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema

On Saturdays this summer, you can catch outdoor movies in Bellingham! Fairhaven Outdoor Cinema will run until August 24th, with live entertainment before screenings. This weekend, you can catch Best in Show.

When: Saturday, July 13th, 2024
Where: Fairhaven Village Green, 1207 10th Street, Bellingham
Cost: $7pp cash / $8pp credit card

Have a great weekend!