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Seafair Classic Presented by Dick's Drive-In

Seafair Classic Presented by Dick's Drive-In is a Washington State car show held August 1 to 2, 2026 at Lake Washington Boulevard in Seattle. Free admission for spectators.

Seattle · Lake Washington BoulevardLake Washington Boulevard
SportsFamilyfreeFree
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American Crown Circus

American Crown Circus is scheduled at Puget Sound Park in Seattle. Confirm the time, age guidance, and entry details before you go.

Seattle · Puget Sound ParkPuget Sound Park
OutdoorsFamilyOutdoor
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DogFest Seattle

An outdoor event at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. The organizer has the latest start time and weather updates.

Seattle · T-Mobile ParkT-Mobile Park
OutdoorsFamilyOutdoor
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Bumbershoot Arts & Music Festival 2026

A local festival at 305 Harrison St, 98109 in Seattle. The organizer has the latest hours, admission, and daily schedule.

Seattle · 305 Harrison St, 98109305 Harrison St, 98109
FestivalFamilyLive
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Seattle Coffee Festival

A local festival at Magnuson Park Hangar 30 in Seattle. The organizer has the latest hours, admission, and daily schedule.

Seattle · Magnuson Park Hangar 30Magnuson Park Hangar 30
FestivalFamilyOutdoor
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First Bite Night 2026

An outdoor event at Magnuson Park Hangar 30 in Seattle. The organizer has the latest start time and weather updates.

Seattle · Magnuson Park Hangar 30Magnuson Park Hangar 30
OutdoorsFamilyOutdoor
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Gobble Up Seattle 2026

An outdoor event at Maguson Park Hangar 30 in Seattle. The organizer has the latest start time and weather updates.

Seattle · Maguson Park Hangar 30Maguson Park Hangar 30
OutdoorsFamilyOutdoor
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Seattle SantaCon 2026

Arts and culture at Merchant's Cafe and Saloon in Seattle. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.

Seattle · Merchant's Cafe and SaloonMerchant's Cafe and Saloon
CultureFamilyKids
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New here? Start with Seattle

If you are new to Seattle, WA, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.

KidsParks, museums, markets, and short downtown stops

Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.

  • Check age fit.
  • Keep drives short.
  • Pick food before the main stop.
AdultsDinner, music, patios, museums, wineries, or brewery routes

Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.

  • Check hours.
  • Book if needed.
  • Keep the route walkable.
GroupFestival, game, market, or activity venue

Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.

  • Share the map.
  • Pick one anchor.
  • Have a backup nearby.
RainIndoor backup near the same neighborhood

Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.

  • Check closures.
  • Avoid long outdoor walks.
  • Use official pages for changes.

Summer plans work best when you balance one outdoor anchor with shade, water, food, and an evening option.

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