FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

[Blade]

I'm putting this in with hobbies because for some people going to festivals and other annual events is a hobby. I came up with this because usually I find out about these when it is to late to make arrangements.

Let's share the annual festivals and events going on in or near your area or that you've been to. Include location and typical date ie 3rd friday in September or Labor Day weekend. Also include what we might expect once we get there. Ease of access, drive thru, walk thru, handicap friendly, kid/pet friendly. Or post a link and we can find all this info there perhaps.

[Blade]

Memorial Day weekend there is the annual Iris festival in Sumter, SC. It is at a place called Swan Lake and is sponsored by the local AARP. The event and the park have great reviews. You can of course vist the park any other time and is a great place for viewing birds and flowers.

The Iris festival has food, craft and other vendors.

[homoe]

Dates: May 17, 2018 – Jun 10, 2018

https://www.siff.net/festival/film-guide

[homoe]

Burien Pride Fest..........10 am to 8 pm

June 2nd Burien Town Square Park ...

[homoe]

Bainbridge in Bloom Garden Tour.. 9 am to 5 pm

June 2nd and 3rd

7566 High School Road

This is a tour of 5 gardens.....

[homoe]

July 21st at Evergreen Rotary Park in Bremerton WA

Runs from 11 am to 5 pm

I've not been to this before, but from what I see of it online I just might go..:hangloose:

[homoe]

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NUTCRACKER DAY IN LEAVENWORTH WA
July 7 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Welcome to the world of nutcrackers with a fun event that is dedicated to those nut cracking devices of every shape, size and theme. We love to bring attention to them by dedicating a whole day to them! You can learn about the history of nutcrackers and see over 6000 nutcrackers dating back to Roman times. There will be opportunity to crack hazel nuts with a variety of nutcrackers–the kind your grandma and grandpa used!!!

[homoe]

July 7th 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Poetry readings, workshops, music, book fair, crafts and various other activities.

Anderson Park 7802 168th Ave. N.E. Redmond WA

[homoe]

Tacoma Pride 2018
July 14: 12:00 pm–6:00 pm


On Pacific Ave & S 9th.

Also
Broadway Center Presents – Lea DeLaria: A Man for All Season
July 13: 7:30 pm
Rialto Theater, 310 S. 9th St.

Official TPF Event Ticketed Event 21+ Bar w/ ID Broadway Center Presents Lea DeLaria: A Man for All Season Lea DeLaria is well known from her stand out performance as Big Boo in the hit Netflix series Orange Is the New Black. The first out gay comic on television in America, she has starred in two Broadway musicals, been featured in many major as well as independent films.
According to their website there will be a whole array of other events as well!

[homoe]

West Seattle Summer Fest July 13th - 15th California Ave (heart of downtown)

Yes, this is my old stomping grounds!

Food, music, crafts, liquor..they have it all........:hangloose:

[girl_dee]

San Diego Pride this weekend!

https://tribkswb.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/gaypridefestival.jpg?quality=85&strip=all

[homoe]

San Diego Pride this weekend!

https://tribkswb.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/gaypridefestival.jpg?quality=85&strip=all



Oh you lucky devils........:LGBTQFlag:

[homoe]

Myrtle Edwards Park Aug 17 , 18, 19th


for more info go to www.hempfest.org

[homoe]

July 28 & 29th..
Fremont Studios 9 a.m-4 p.m. ($20-$50)


Billing itself as the "enthusiast's coffee festival" this convention for caffeine fiends honors java in all of its forms with a tasting floor, panel, guest coffee experts and labs in nearly every brewing method under the sun.

You can choose from more than 30 classes each day.

[homoe]

Tiger Mountain Family Nude Park 24050 SE 127th St Issaquah, WA phone 425-392-NUDE Aug 25th 11-6 PM



Billed as A Day Of Music In The Park, Tunes And Fun...Naturally!

An array of sexy education workshops for curious & experienced sensualists will be held.

[homoe]

Quidditch Fest..........Sat July 28th 11-3 pm Skagit River Park 1100 S Skagit Street Burlington WA Free (360-755-0760)


Hogwarts inspired games and activities. Costumes encouraged.

[homoe]

AUGUST 2-5th Seattle Art Fair CenturyLink Field Event Center

This mammoth art fair began in 2015 under the auspices of Paul Allen. In terms of the quality of art and the enthusiasm of the gallery-goers, it's been a great success, drawing Seattle and West Coast galleries and 18,000 participants. This year's edition will also be immense, with at least 80 galleries representing 25 cities, from as close as Pioneer Square to as far as Seoul, Korea.

[homoe]

Tye-Dye & Beyond Pike Place Market Seattle Sat & Sun Aug 4th & 5th



Demonstrations, and sales by various vendors of Tye-Dye garb.

[Gemme]

This weekend, Charlestown has it's annual Seafood Festival (https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/event/annual-charlestown-seafood-festival/34760/). On Sunday, there's a classic car show too. I was going to go to it today but got roped into working so that's that.

[homoe]

Seattle 7 Writers Community Cookout Saturday Aug 16th 5-7 pm at the Queen Anne Book Company located at 1811 Queen Anne Avenue N


Northwest writers attend and a portion of the sales of books go to the Literary Source.

[homoe]

Seattle Tattoo Expo..Seattle Center Exhibition Hall 299 Mercer St Aug 17-19th
$20/day or $50/weekend

Tattoo contests and artists, music, vendors village, concessions beer garden and a cigar lounge.

Times vary so for more info seattletattooexpo.com

[Gemme]

Seattle Tattoo Expo..Seattle Center Exhibition Hall 299 Mercer St Aug 17-19th
$20/day or $50/weekend

Tattoo contests and artists, music, vendors village, concessions beer garden and a cigar lounge.

Times vary so for more info seattletattooexpo.com

I want to go!!!!

*pout*

[homoe]

Vegetables Recipes Aug 23th 4 p.m. Lake City Farmers Market Northeast 125th Street and 28th Avenue Northeast Seattle Wa


Author Kim O'Donnel demonstrates recipes from her cookbook NPW Veg: 100 Vegetables inspired by the local bounty of the Pacific Northwest.

[homoe]

Sat Aug 18th 10 a.m - 2 p.m. Angel of the Winds Arena 2000 Hewitt Ave Everette Wa


Kids of all ages invited to explore vehicles including fire trucks, emergency vehicles, tow trucks and more. Various kid-friendly activities. Includes a quiet hour for children with special needs or sensitive hearing (10-11).

[homoe]

Conscious Cartoons Int'l Animation Festival debuts Sept. 14-16 Vashon WA

The new three-day festival is a destination event for anyone who wants to appreciate the power and artistry of animated films.

The new Conscious Cartoons International Animation Festival, coming to Vashon Island September 14-16, 2018, is the first of its kind worldwide. Conscious Cartoons will feature three days of outstanding animated shorts – many award-winning – from around the world with socially conscious, humanist themes. The festival will harness the power of animation to inspire compassion and provide insights into the human condition in ways that live action media often fails to do.

https://patch.com/washington/seattle/conscious-cartoons-intl-animation-festival-debuts-sept-14-16

[homoe]

Zombie Fest NW Sept 15th 2-6 pmNormandy Park Town Center 19803 First Ave S Normandy Park Free*


Free zombie costumes and makeup, learn Michael Jackson's Thriller dance, food and beverage, music, meet emergency experts, get disaster preparedness information.

[homoe]

Meeker Mansion Psychic Fair Sat Sept 8th 10-4 pm312 Spring Street Puyallup WA



$5 entry/readers' fees vary.

[homoe]

Sat Nov 27th Seattle Writers Writing Workshop Seattle Public Library Registration not required at Seattle Central Library and branch libraries *Free

Seattle Public Library hosts 25 writing workshops throughout the city through Nov 27th, including how to start your novel, write a memoir, get feed-back at a writing circle.

[homoe]

Cinerama 70mm Film Festival Sept 7-20
cinerama.com
Local Sightings (films from NW Film Forum Sept 21-29
nwfilmforum.org
Port Townsend Film Festival Sept 21-23
ptfilmfest.com
South Asian Film Festival Sept 28-Oct 7
tasveer.org
Orcas Island Film Festival Oct 4-8
orcasfilmfest.com
Social Justice Film Festival Oce 4-8
socialjusticefilmfestival.org
Tacoma Film Festival Oct 4-11
tacomafilmfestival.com
Seattle Queer Film Festival Oct 11-12
threedollarbillcinema.org
I've listed the websites where more information can be obtained :movieguy:

[homoe]

Mark your calendars Pier 91 Seattle WA Sat Nov 10th & Sun Nov 11th 10 am - 5 pm


160 Exhibitors & live chef cooking demos.

Day pass, week-end pass, & VIP passes available.

more info nwchocolate.com

[homoe]

Mark your calendars Pier 91 Seattle WA Sat Nov 10th & Sun Nov 11th 10 am - 5 pm


160 Exhibitors & live chef cooking demos.

Day pass, week-end pass, & VIP passes available.

more info nwchocolate.com

The Northwest Chocolate Festival (10th Anniversary)

[Breathless]

If I wasn't elsewhere that weekend, I would be considering .. love chocolate.. Mark your calendars Pier 91 Seattle WA Sat Nov 10th & Sun Nov 11th 10 am - 5 pm


160 Exhibitors & live chef cooking demos.

Day pass, week-end pass, & VIP passes available.

more info nwchocolate.com

[homoe]

Feb 20-24 2019 Northwest Flower & Garden Festival Washington State Convention Center 705 Pike Street Seattle (253) 238-3807 https://gardenshow.com/


Seminars, exhibitors, guest speakers; looks like something for everyone.

[homoe]

January 12TH & 13TH 2019 Washington State Convention Center


This event showcases accessories, beauty products, bridal party gifts, photography and videography, jewelry, etc.

Tons of vendors. Fashion show. Gown sale.

[cathexis]

Saranac Lake Winter Carnival
February 1-10, 2019

Oldest continuing Winter carnival in the Eastern U.S. (orig. 1891).
Takes place in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains in the New York North Country Village of Saranac Lake.
One of the best features is a large ice castle built in the center of town by inmates from one of the area prisons, a task they are said to greatly enjoy.

[MsTinkerbelly]

Tickets for the Coachella music festival in California went on sale today... the starting price is $429 :|

[homoe]

Sat Jan 12th 7:30 pm Edwin Richie Observatory, & Battle Point Park Bainbridge Island WA



Astronomer Steve Ruhl looks at the dark moon and how to observe it, what we know about dark matter and energy, and some of the darkest mysteries of the universe. :moonstars:

[homoe]

April 19th Friday 6 p.m. to midnight 20th Sat 1 p.m. to Midnight Fremont Studios Seattle 155 N 35th St, Seattle

Scotch and Whiskey flights, tasting rooms, and bottle shop,

Benefits Seattle Humane Society.

[homoe]

Saturday April 13th 6:30 pm Leavenworth Festhalle 1001 Front St, Leavenworth, WA

Many breweries and cideries, plus music.


Benefits icicle Creek Center for the Arts community programs.

[homoe]

Sat April 13th 2:45 AGC Marina 1200 Westlake Ave N


Washington Wineries cruise Lake Union and into Lake Washington. There wasn't much more info than this but it looks like these are Argosy cruises so perhaps contact them for more info if interested.

[homoe]

Sat April 13th




Check around your area and what stores might be participating.......:listening:

[homoe]

Silent Reading Party, on Thursday, April 25 from 6-8pm Hotel Sorrento 900 Madison St, Seattle, WA


"Celebrating Hotel Sorrento’s newly-debuted Love Letters program, and playing off the hotel’s popular Silent Reading Party, on Thursday, April 25 from 6-8pm Hotel Sorrento will invite guests to (silently) pen letters of love, thanks, gratitude or a simple 'thinking of you' on Hotel Sorrento-provided stationery, and the hotel will send on their behalf - postage paid.

Get there early to grab your seat, and connect or reconnect with loved ones, colleagues, friends and family in a meaningful and tangible way."

[homoe]

Fri, May 3 – Sat, May 4 Seattle University, 901 12th Ave Seattle, WA


Crosscut presents two days of thought-provoking conversations and innovative thinking, tackling the most important issues of our times. Journalists, politicians, authors, and news-makers from our community and around the nation come together to take a hard look at the people, policy and events that shape our lives.

[homoe]

..
Why not visit your local independent store and see what it has to offer....:glasses:

[homoe]

Steam Punk..
June 7 - 9, 2019 Port Townsend, WA

The Brass Screw Confederacy convenes every year in the Victorian seaport of Port Townsend, Washington, one of only three such locations on the National Registry. It is a celebration of extraordinary people in an extraordinary place. This year we the celebrate diabolical geniuses who give us punks our steam and their Mad Science!

Top Billing this year include Professor Elemental pops in to lend his special flair to the weekend's festivities. Return of the Brass Screw Fashion Show.
Glimpse an Augmented Reality Steampunk future with Magic Leap Dr. Grordbort's Invaders. Clandestine Factions infiltrate the Brass Screw. All this, plus perennial favorites. Experience the fabulous Bodgers' Grand Exhibition, NerfWars!, Tactical Croquet, the Brass Screw Chautauqua, Hot Damn Scandal, and so much more!

[homoe]

Today Hilton Hotel Sea-Tac location 17620 International Blvd
Seattle



Meet over 50 authors who will be participating and signing their books.

[girl_dee]

https://sdpride.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Pride_Cover.jpg

[homoe]

Sequim Lavender Festival July 19, 20 & 21 Carrie Blake Park

Produced and managed by the member-growers of the Sequim Lavender Growers Association™, the Sequim Lavender Festival® will include activities and attractions to delight visitors of all ages.


This venue will host more than 150 crafts and lavender booths, a diverse food court, live music and more. Hours are Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the event is free and we offer free parking at the entrance to Blake Ave. Watch for signs coming off Hwy 101 and directions to general parking and for buses.

[JustLovelyJenn]

Sequim Lavender Festival July 19, 20 & 21 Carrie Blake Park

Produced and managed by the member-growers of the Sequim Lavender Growers Association™, the Sequim Lavender Festival® will include activities and attractions to delight visitors of all ages.


This venue will host more than 150 crafts and lavender booths, a diverse food court, live music and more. Hours are Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the event is free and we offer free parking at the entrance to Blake Ave. Watch for signs coming off Hwy 101 and directions to general parking and for buses.

are you going to be there? we might actually get to meet up if I can find some gas money, I have been thinking about going to this.

[homoe]

are you going to be there? we might actually get to meet up if I can find some gas money, I have been thinking about going to this.


Sorry Jenn, won't be there unfortunately...

[JustLovelyJenn]

Sorry Jenn, won't be there unfortunately...

This makes me sad!!

[homoe]

And NO you can't stay at our house......:giggle:

Kingston Art & Craft Festival July 26th 27th & 28th Port of Kingston (this is just adjacent to where the ferry docks)


Arts, crafts, and food vendors. Also,enjoy a student art show as well.


Come join the merriment and give us a holler if you're around!

[homoe]

Heronswood Sat July 20th 10 am - 3 pm 7530 N.E. 288th Street Kingston WA



Northwest nurseries, speakers, and garden tours :smelling-flower:

[homoe]

Friday (sorry about last minute notice) 6 p.m. Downtown Snoquaimie Railroad Ave & Snoquaimie Parkway


Live music, art demonstrations, food specials. For all ages, wine tasting optional ($25)

[homoe]

Sat & Sun 10 a.m - 6 p.m Alki Beach Promenade Alki Ave Southwest and 63rd Ave Southwest


Art vendors, entertainment on four stages, kids activities, food vendors, and a silent auction.


Kittygrrl, too bad you didn't live closer. We could go to Christo's and have a cold one!

[JustLovelyJenn]

Saturday August 3 - Grays Harbor Pride Festival

11 am to 10 pm

Family Friendly Drag show to start at 7 pm with other entertainment throughout the day.

Shoppes at Riverside
1017 S. Boone St
Aberdeen WA 98520

[homoe]

Ladylike August 19 at Cafe Mustache Mon, 8 – 10 PM Cafe Mustache, 2313 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago



Ladylike is a storytelling show where women tell the most disgusting stories they've got. Ladylike is a safe space for everyone, inclusive of all femme-identifying and non-binary individuals...:LGBTQFlag:

[homoe]

One Love Wedding & Style Show Sunday 2-6 p.m. ASIX 308 First Ave. S Seattle


LGBTQ focused wedding show with bites, bubbles, cocktails, and inspiration.

:LGBTQFlag:

oneloveseattle.com

[JDeere]

Pumpkin patch event at Karbach brewery here in Houston.

This Sunday.

[homoe]

https://www.nwchocolate.com/wp-content/themes/nwcf/videos/cake.mp4

Nov 9th & 10th 10 a.m. 5 p.m. PIER 91 The Smith Cove Cruise Terminal Seattle

The NW Chocolate Festival presents the largest Education Program of any chocolate event in the world. All classes, workshops and seminars are included in your Day Pass and Weekend Pass. ​Taste Chocolate from around-the-world with a global showcase on the main exhibit floor. Talk with chocolate makers, learn from chocolate experts and watch chocolate demos by world-famous chefs and industry pros.

​Meet Cacao Farmers and the people who supply raw ingredients for chocolate making, take a cooking class, enjoy chocolate + drink pairings – bring your friends and get excited – for the greatest gathering of chocolate makers in the world today. ​186 Chocolate producers and business from 26 countries.

IF chocolate is your thing, what better way to spend the day.........:eatinghersheybar:

[homoe]

https://celebratebig.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/23rd-Annual-Gingerbread-Village-Star-Wars-theme-at-Seattle-Sheraton-Episode-II-Attack-Of-The-Clones-600x409.jpg
Sheraton Grand 1400 6th Ave, Seattle Phone: (206) 621-9000

Saturday November 23rd, 2019 - Wednesday January 1st, 2020

A local tradition that began in 1992, the Sheraton Grand Seattle is proud to continue its support of JDRF’s Greater Northwest Chapter by hosting the 27th annual Gingerbread Village celebration. Each year, a talented team of local architects, chefs from the Sheraton Grand Seattle, and children collaborate to build elaborate gingerbread creations to raise funds in support of JDRF’s vision of a world without type 1 diabetes.

To create the event, which has raised over $1 million and is free for the public to attend, the Sheraton Grand Seattle annually donates over 8,000 volunteer hours and thousands of pounds of dough, icing and candy. The Gingerbread Village event has become a recognizable holiday tradition in Seattle and at the heart of this celebration is embracing cheer and fostering community while giving back.

These are displayed in the lobby of the Sheraton and it's just one of the fun things to experience in downtown Seattle during the holiday season. Another suggestion is to walk over to 4th & Pine and ride the carousal. The money from that also goes to a worthwhile cause which varies from year to year.

[homoe]

https://celebratebig.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/23rd-Annual-Gingerbread-Village-Star-Wars-theme-at-Seattle-Sheraton-Episode-II-Attack-Of-The-Clones-600x409.jpg
Sheraton Grand 1400 6th Ave, Seattle Phone: (206) 621-9000

Saturday November 23rd, 2019 - Wednesday January 1st, 2020

A local tradition that began in 1992, the Sheraton Grand Seattle is proud to continue its support of JDRF’s Greater Northwest Chapter by hosting the 27th annual Gingerbread Village celebration. Each year, a talented team of local architects, chefs from the Sheraton Grand Seattle, and children collaborate to build elaborate gingerbread creations to raise funds in support of JDRF’s vision of a world without type 1 diabetes.

To create the event, which has raised over $1 million and is free for the public to attend, the Sheraton Grand Seattle annually donates over 8,000 volunteer hours and thousands of pounds of dough, icing and candy. The Gingerbread Village event has become a recognizable holiday tradition in Seattle and at the heart of this celebration is embracing cheer and fostering community while giving back.

These are displayed in the lobby of the Sheraton and it's just one of the fun things to experience in downtown Seattle during the holiday season. Another suggestion is to walk over to 4th & Pine and ride the carousal. The money from that also goes to a worthwhile cause which varies from year to year.

http://cosparkways-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/12.18-4.jpg

[homoe]

John Waters A John Water's Christmas Dec 5th Neptune Theater Seattle $35-$45)


A one man show from filmmaker and author John Waters.

[homoe]

Nov 29 - Dec 21st Bellingham, WA

Fun for the whole family. Browse shops, cafes, and restaurants. Horse drawn carriage rides, visits with Father Christmas, holiday market for gift shopping, tree lighting, treasure hunts and an array of other activities.

There is also a story writing and story telling contest for you creative types.

for more info https://www.fairhavenwinterfest.com/events

[homoe]

Go Figure! Life Drawing Session now - May 6:30 - 8:30 Bainbridge Island Museum of Art 550 Winslow Way E Brinbridge Island WA

Series of drawing sessions led by a teaching artist. Open to anyone interested in working from a model regardless of experience level. Bring your own paper and pencils. $20/session.

I assume this is on Saturday nights but for more info phone

206-842-4451

[homoe]

Comic and Entertainment Expo (C2E2 for short) turns McCormick Place into a pop-culture mecca, stocked with mountains of books and merchandise as well as chances to meet your favorite creators, actors and artists. Head to the convention floor and you'll find cosplayers and attendees mingling in a sea of vendors hawking all manner of comics, toys and memorabilia. Guests like Matt Smith (Doctor Who), William Shatner (Star Trek) and Ivy Doomkitty (Heroes of Cosplay) will be signing autographs and participating in panels throughout the weekend. And if you want to see some amazing costumes, make sure to stick around for the C2E2 Crown Championships of Cosplay on Saturday, February 29.

[homoe]

Sunday March 1st 10 a.m. 1600 N Lake Shore Dr North Avenue Beach

Thousands of brave souls take a dip in the icy waters of Lake Michigan each winter, a feat that would seem crazy if the participants did it just for kicks. Thankfully, there's a very good reason for annual the Polar Plunge: raising money for Special Olympics Chicago. Everyone who jumps into the frigid lake is asked to raise $200 for the charity (though it's free to come out and watch the festivities on North Avenue Beach). In the past, celebrities like Lady Gaga and Vince Vaughn have shown up to join in on the chilly fun—who know which famous person you might spot this year?

[homoe]

Check out Second annual Love In The Market 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pike Place Market 85 Pike St Seattle FREE

Fun, Food, Tasting sessions, children activities, etc etc

Pop-Up Mural Scavenger Hunt: Back by popular demand! Right now, seven Market artists are hard at work, transforming bare walls into beautiful works of art. This year we’re doing something special…we’ve created a mural scavenger hunt! Each artist has hidden “29” somewhere in the mural; it is your job to find it! Find all seven and be entered to win a special Market prize!

[bicentennialjenn]

Sorry if there was a better section for this post, but Jen Kober has some shows coming up, next one in Lexington, KY... 4/21-4/23.