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June

Seafair

Seattle's all-city premier event. Activities happen over six weeks and everyone is invited. From parades to hydroplane races. Address: Seattle, WA Website: Seafair.com

Dates: June 27, 2013
Hours: Starts at 7 am.
Price: Refer to marathon registration

Seattle International Film Festival

Experience 25 Days of intense film viewing, where you can indulge in every type of cinema from the US & around the globe. Address: McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer Street, Seattle Center Phone: 206-633-7151 Email: Website: SIFF.net

One World Music Festival

Martin Lund's jazz-based musical variety show brings together Orcas Island's best musicians and top-notch talent from beyond. Address: Orcas Center, Orcas Island Phone: 360-376-2281 Email: Website: Orcascenter.org

July

Seafair

Seattle's all-city premier event. Activities happen over six weeks and everyone is invited. From parades to hydroplane races. Address: Seattle, WA Website: Seafair.com

Dates: July 4 - 5, 2013
Hours: Sets off at 10 am - closing
Price: Event is free. Donations are welcome.

Bite of Seattle

In 1986, the Bite moved to Seattle Center where it now attracts over 450,000 in three days and hosts over 60 restaurants. Address: Seattle Center Phone: 425-283-5050 Website: BiteOfSeattle.com

San Juan Island Lavender Festival

Pelindaba Lavender is a premier grower of lavender plants, distiller of lavender essential oils and handcrafter of lavender products.
+ Address: 33 Hawthorne Lane Phone: (360) 378 4248 Email: Website: PelindabaLavender.com

August

Seafair

Seattle's all-city premier event. Activities happen over six weeks and everyone is invited. From parades to hydroplane races. Address: Seattle, WA Website: Seafair.com

September

Puyallup Fair

The largest single attraction in Washington State and top 10 in the world. 17 days in Fall. 4 days in spring. Address: Puyallup, WA Phone: 253-841-5045 Email: Website: TheFair.com

Bumbershoot Festival

Bumbershoot is an annual international music and arts festival held in Seattle. With over 20 indoor/outdoor venues, a wide variety of festival cuisine and a diverse collection of indie retail vendors Address: Seattle Center Phone: 206-281-7788 Website: Bumbershoot.org

October

Artstock

The annual fall festival established to celebrate the diverse artistic culture of San Juan Island. Open studios and galleries showcasing local art, music, and literature. Address: Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA Website: ArtStockSanJuanIsland.com

November

Tree Lighting Celebration & Holiday Parade

Anyone looking to catch a quick escape before the Christmas holidays should definitely check into the city of Seattle, and take part in their Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade. Address: Downtown Seattle

January

Seattle Boat Show

Annual Seattle Boat Show will be bigger than it's ever been before due to the recent opening of Qwest Field, representing the latest in technological marine innovations. Address: Qwest Field 800 Occidental Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98134 Phone: 206-634-0911 Email: Website: SeattleBoatShow.com

May

Seattle International Film Festival

Experience 25 Days of intense film viewing, where you can indulge in every type of cinema from the US & around the globe. Address: McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer Street, Seattle Center Phone: 206-633-7151 Email: Website: SIFF.net

Northwest Folklife Festival

Since 1972, Northwest Folklife has been helping Puget Sound residents share the music, dance and traditional arts of their ethnic and cultural communities. Address: Seattle Center Phone: 206-684-7300 Email: Website: NWFolklife.org

Bite of Orcas, Orcas Island

A wonderful way to sample local food. This popular festival showcases the specialties of local island restaurants. Contact Person: Elyse Van den Bosch Address: Eastsound Village Green, Orcas Island Phone: (360) 376-4500

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