Washington Festivals 2024
Bassheads that delight in headbanging will be encapsulated at this legendary celebration of hefty bass. RHCP bring their California informal to among Greater Seattle's top exterior locations.

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Experience worldwide society without the ticket at this yearly event including performances and craft suppliers plus food from around the globe at participating Washington embassies.


Lentil Event
The Lentil Festival celebrates Palouse-brand lentils with classic programs like a 3-on-3 hoop tournament, a parade, and supplier cubicles. Children play video games on a play area, and grownups can take part in the Tase T Lentil 5K Fun Run or a mariachi band.

Rib roasters and sauce bosses complete in the National Resources Bbq Battle. Site visitors can sample grilled delicacies, and the Smithsonian Folklife Event admires various global cultures with craft shows and songs.

Example 130 ciders from local makers on the Cider Swig event. Tickets include a souvenir glass and eight samplings at LeMay America's Vehicle Gallery, 2702 E D St in Tacoma. Age 21+.

Colville Suicide Race
Amidst the grit and dirt of Omak, the town on the Colville Indian Appointment in Okanogan Area, Andres Beckett was a newbie challenger in a penalizing rodeo occasion. Over four days and nights, entrants run their horses blind down a 210-foot-long, 62-degree incline right into the Okanogan River. It's a race that mirrors Indigenous customs and draws on the guts of neighborhood men whose forebears "went off the hill."

Motorcyclists compete for coveted titles such as King of the Hill, with the very best over 4 days making a belt buckle and saddle. Animal rights activists tremble at the ferocity of the occasion, which has actually declared 23 equine deaths since 1983.

Blues on the Palouse
The annual occasion for followers of Oriental media and home entertainment has cosplay contests, panel discussions with comic book (extremely) heroes and for-sale art work. Otakon draws thousands of people to the Walter E. Washington Convention Facility for a weekend break of fun.

Buff up your bbq skills at the National Capital Barbecue Fight including lots of pit masters and regional restaurants. Cooking trials, songs and a no-host bar are likewise part of the experience.

Hear a selection of songs and view stage enjoyment at the Ukrainian International Event in Bellevue. There are also hula dancers, arts & crafts, food vendors and a kids's area at midtown park.

Lake Chelan Jazz Celebration
Including worldwide acclaimed artists and bands, this event takes place in 10 acclaimed wineries and historic downtown venues. Food and a glass of wine are offered for purchase at each venue. This occasion is 18+.

With a voice referred to as "smoke and satin," Greta Matassa has won vast recognition in the Pacific Northwest. She is favorably reviewed in every significant jazz publication including DownBeat and JazzTimes.

With 11 smooth jazz cds, Darren Motamedy is an icon in smooth jazz circles. He brings a customized approach to the Excellent American Songbook with his skilled group of artists. A native of Seattle, he has actually shared the stage with prominent musicians.

Mount Baker Bike Classic
Adventure among the most breathtaking experiences in Washington with a ten-mile family route, 25, 43, 62 mile (metric century) and 100-mile alternatives at Mount Baker Bicycle Standard. A container list climb of Freeway 542 in northern Washington, the occasion includes assistance from aid stations and droop vehicles.

Meet stock, eat reasonable food, watch monster vehicles and catch a program at Evergreen State Fair at Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 11405 179th Ave. SE in Monroe. Arrange.

See a range of shorts and feature films from Denmark, Greenland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden during Seattle Nordic Movie Festival at Majestic Bay Theatres, 2044 NW Market St in Seattle.

Funding Pride
The country's capital commemorates LGBTQ+ community participants with a can't-miss out on lineup of events curated by the Resources Pride Partnership. Highlights consist of the annual Satisfaction Parade and block event.

Sip and swim at sunset prior to the Pride Ceremony for a relaxing event with volunteers, companions and donors at Penthouse Pool. Ages 21 and up.

See the Pride Ceremony from a new place this year: its route currently begins at 14th and T streets NW, around Thomas Circle and upright Pennsylvania Avenue NW. The complying with day, a massive Satisfaction event takes over the city. Visitors can expect camping festivals three phases and 300 vendors.