Explore a vibrant array of events happening this June in the Puget Sound region. From cultural celebrations to music festivals, family-friendly activities, and art showcases, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Dive into the rich tapestry of local culture and entertainment with these must-attend events happening throughout June.

1. Fire Day

Date & Time: June 1, 2024 (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Location: Westlake, Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave. N
Experience the history of the Great Seattle Fire at Museum of History and Industry, complete with fire engine tours, family-friendly games, and captivating search & rescue dog demonstrations.

2. Pride in the Park

Date & Time: June 1, 2024 (12 to 7 p.m.)
Location: Capitol Hill, Volunteer Park, 1247 15th Ave. E in Seattle
Pride in the Park at Volunteer Park offers a blend of live music, culinary delights, and a vibrant market atmosphere suitable for all age groups.

3. Paws and Pride Dog Jog & Walk

Date: June 1, 2024
Location:  Bellevue Downtown Park, 10201 NE 4th St.
Paws and Pride Dog Jog & Walk in Bellevue Downtown Park is not only a canine-friendly event but also a celebration of LGBTQIA pride, featuring a doggie stroll, entertainment, and a lively costume contest.

4. Kent International Festival

Date & Time: June 1, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Location: Kent, ShoWare Center, 625 W James St.
Immerse yourself in diverse cultures at Kent International Festival, offering a delightful blend of ethnic cuisine, performances, art showcases, and engaging cultural activities.

5. Arts Explosion

Date & Time: June 1, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Location: Federal Way, Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center, 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S
Arts Explosion at Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center is a vibrant celebration of creativity, featuring art displays, live music, food trucks, and interactive art-making opportunities for children.

6. Duvall Days

Date: June 1, 2024
Location: Duvall, Duvall Visitor Center, 15619 Main St. NE
Duvall Days transforms Main Street into a lively hub of festivities, including craft vendors, delicious food, parades, car shows, live music, and a captivating fireworks display.

7. Stamp & Scrapbook Expo

Date: June 1, 2024
Location: Puyallup, Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW
Stamp & Scrapbook Expo at Washington State Fair Events Center is a haven for scrapbook enthusiasts, offering workshops, vendor exhibits, and engaging crop parties.

8. HONK! Fest West

Date: June 1 – 2, 2024
Location: Multiple locations (Friday – Georgetown, Saturday – Columbia Park)
Experience the vibrant energy of street bands from around the world at HONK! Fest West, a multi-day festival featuring lively performances at various venues.

9. Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival

Date: June 1 – 2, 2024
Location: Capitol Hill
Delve into the imaginative worlds of science fiction and fantasy through curated film screenings at SIFF Cinema Egyptian and SIFF Cinema Uptown.

10. PhotoFest

Date: June 1 – 2, 2024
Location: South Lake Union, Glazer’s Camera, 811 Republican St.
PhotoFest at Glazer’s Camera offers photography enthusiasts free talks, workshops, photo walks, and opportunities to connect with industry representatives.

11. Pagdiriwang

Date: June 1 – 2, 2024
Location: Seattle Center Armory and amphitheatre.

Celebrate Filipino culture at Pagdiriwang, featuring performances, exhibits, and authentic Filipino cuisine.

12. Puget Sound Bird Fest

Date: June 1 – 2, 2024
Location: Edmonds, Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St.
Discover the wonders of birding at Puget Sound Bird Fest, offering guided walks, informative talks, exhibits, and engaging activities for the whole family.

13. Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival

Date: June 1 – 2, 2024
Location: Tacoma, Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St.
Explore the beauty of gardens at Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival, featuring hands-on programs, garden tours, culinary delights, live music, and a wine tasting garden.

14. Maritime Gig Festival

Date: June 1 – 2, 2024
Location: Gig Harbor, Skansie Brothers Park, 3211 Harborview Drive
Join the festivities at Maritime Gig Festival, including a pancake breakfast, fun run, parade, live entertainment, food booths, a car show, and family-friendly activities at Skansie Brothers Park.

15. Anacortes Waterfront Festival

Date: June 1 – 2, 2024
Location: Anacortes, Cap Sante Marina, 1019 Q Ave.
Immerse yourself in waterfront fun at Anacortes Waterfront Festival, offering boat rides, live music, food vendors, kids’ activities, and captivating boat-building demonstrations.

16. Copy of Guided Loving-Kindness Meditation Session

Date & Time:  June 05, 2024 (05:30 PM to 06:30 PM)

Location: Snohomish Library – Sno-Isle Libraries, 311 Maple Avenue, Snohomish, United States

Experience a complimentary, gentle, and joyful guided loving-kindness meditation session at the Snohomish Library – Sno-Isle Libraries. Step into a supportive and nurturing space where you can foster goodwill towards all and discover inner peace and happiness.

17. Northwest Pinball & Arcade Show 2024

Date & Time: June 7 – 9, 2024

Location: Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center, Tacoma, WA 98402

The Northwest Pinball and Arcade Show website invites you to step back into the arcade era for an entire weekend. Admission grants you access to a collection of over 400 games, engaging tournaments, insightful guest speakers, a bustling vendor area, and a dedicated Kid’s Zone.

18. Free Fishing Weekend

Date & Time: June 8 – 9, 2024
Location: Multiple locations
Enjoy fishing without a license or a Discover Pass during Free Fishing Weekend, an opportunity to reel in various fish species at no cost.

19. State Parks Free Days

Date & Time: June 8 – 9, and June 19, 2024
Location: All state parks
State Parks Free Days invite you to explore and enjoy picnicking, hiking, and outdoor activities at any of Washington’s 144 state parks without an entrance fee.

20. Seattle International Dance Festival

Date & Time: June 8 – 16, 2024
Location: Capitol Hill, Broadway Performance Hall and Erickson Theatre
Seattle International Dance Festival at Broadway Performance Hall and Erickson Theatre presents a dynamic showcase of diverse dance forms and artistic expressions.

21. Celebrate the Arts Party

Date & Time: June 12, 2024 (7 to 10 p.m.)
Location: Edmonds,  Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St.
Join the Celebrate the Arts Party at Frances Anderson Center for a night of art, music, and culinary delights, with tickets including drinks, hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and early access to art shopping. Bring age 21+ ID.

22. Renton Wine Walk

Date & Time: June 14, 2024 (5:30 to 9 p.m.)
Location: Renton, Rain City Market, 700 S 3rd St.
Experience the Renton Wine Walk with a souvenir glass, wine samples, and opportunities to meet winemakers while exploring downtown Renton businesses.

23. Dine We Must

Date & Time: June 14, 2024 (6 to 9 p.m.)
Location: Tacoma, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, 5519 Five Mile Drive
Indulge in a historical dining experience at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, featuring a buffet-style dinner, live music, and desserts in a period setting.

24. Edmonds Arts Festival

Date & Time: June 14 – 16, 2024
Location: Edmonds, Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St.
The Edmonds Arts Festival showcases a variety of artworks alongside food, beverages, entertainment, and activities for all ages.

25. Meeker Days Festival

Date & Time: June 14 – 16, 2024
Location: Puyallup, Pioneer Park, 300 S Meridian
Meeker Days Festival at Pioneer Park offers a vibrant mix of live music, food, crafts, car shows, and family-friendly entertainment.

26. Earth & Fire Affair

Date & Time: June 15, 2024
Location: SoDo, Hideaway Cellars, 4130 1st Ave. S, Seattle
Join Earth & Fire Affair for an evening of live music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, auctions, and dinner to support Pottery Northwest at Hideaway Cellars.

27. Burien Strawberry Festival

Date & Time: June 15 – 16, 2024
Location: Burien, Town Square Park, 480 SW 152nd St.
Enjoy two days of entertainment, music, food vendors, and family activities at Town Square Park during the Strawberry Festival in Burien. The festival includes a petting zoo on Saturday and a car show on Sunday.

28. Arboretum Plant Sale Weekend

Date & Time:

• Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (GMT-07:00)

• Sunday, June 16, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (GMT-07:00)

• Monday, June 17, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM (GMT-07:00)

Location: 145 Alverson Blvd, Everett, WA, United States, Washington 98201

This year’s plant sale promises an abundance of choices, from vibrant annuals to steadfast perennials, majestic trees, and charming bushes. Their selection is carefully sourced from local gardeners and growers, ensuring freshness and quality you can rely on. Join them in the upper parking lot next to the Arboretum Classroom and let their friendly experts assist you in finding the perfect plants for your garden. Don’t miss this opportunity to add beauty and freshness to your surroundings!

29. Seattle Sounders Home Games

Location: Lumen Field, Seattle
June 15: vs. Minnesota United FC
June 22: vs. FC Dallas
June 29: vs. Chicago Fire FC

30. “I’m Just Mad at My Dad” – Inner Child Healing Workshop

Date & Time: June 15, 2024 (05:00 PM to 08:00 PM)

Location: 2803 Grand Ave, Everett, WA 98201, United States

The “I’m Just Mad at My Dad” – Inner Child Healing Workshop invites participants to a transformative in-person event on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM. This workshop is designed to explore and heal the wounds of the inner child related to parent-child relationships in a safe and supportive environment. Attendees can expect self-reflection, healing exercises, and engaging group discussions aimed at releasing anger, resentment, and pain associated with childhood wounds. The workshop also focuses on learning how to reparent and nurture the inner Child for healing and growth. Hosted by the Unhinged Shamans, this event offers a profound opportunity for personal healing and emotional growth.

31. Free Museum Admission for Dads

Date & Time: June 16, 2024
Location: Georgetown, The Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S in Seattle
Dads accompanied by a paid child of any age get free admission on Father’s Day at The Museum of Flight in Seattle.

32. Car Show on Father’s Day

Date & Time: June 16, 2024 (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Location: Issaquah, in front of Downtown Issaquah Association, 232 Front St. N
Experience a display of vintage and classic cars at Fenders on Front Street in Issaquah, complete with breakfast, food trucks, live music, family activities, and awards.

33. Juneteenth Celebrations

Date: June 19, 2024
Locations: Seattle (Jimi Hendrix Park), Shoreline (Shoreline City Hall), Tacoma (Stewart Heights Park)
Join Juneteenth celebrations across Seattle and Tacoma with entertainment, vendors, kids’ activities, and commemorations of the historic emancipation of slaves.

34. Freedom Flows

Date & Time: June 19, 2023 (7:00pm)

Location: MoPOP (Museum of Pop Culture)

Come celebrate 50 years of hip-hop’s culture, fashion, and music at the Freedom Flows event. You’ll have the chance to engage in panel discussions with guest artists, explore exhibitions, enjoy live music and dance performances, and witness an exhilarating freestyle rap battle, exclusively for attendees aged 21 and above.

35. Make Music Seattle

Date: June 21, 2024
Location: Seattle (multiple locations)
Make Music Seattle features numerous musicians playing across downtown, waterfront areas, and other locations in celebration of the summer solstice.

36. Fairy Festival – Lakewood

Date & Time: June 21 – 23, 2024
Location: Lakewood, 12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW
Dive into a whimsical world at Fairyfest in Lakewood, offering art, music, dance, storytelling, fairy princesses, and opportunities to build fairy houses at Lakewold Gardens. Children age 5 and younger get free admission.

37. Iranian Festival – Seattle 

Date & Time: June 22, 2024 (12 to 5 p.m.)
Location: Seattle, Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St.
Immerse yourself in Iranian culture with music, dance, food, and children’s activities at the Seattle Iranian Festival held at Seattle Center Armory. Admission is free.

38. Vegetarian Vegan & Raw Food Festival

Date & Time: June 22, 2024 (12 to 8 p.m.)
Location: Redmond, Downtown Park, 16101 Redmond Way
Explore a variety of vegan offerings from vendors and enjoy entertainment at the Vegetarian Vegan & Raw Food Festival at Downtown Park in Redmond. Entry is free.

39. Summer Wine, Beer & Spirits Walk

Date & Time: June 22, 2024 (5 to 8:30 p.m.)
Location: Bothell
Experience a delightful tasting adventure with wines, beers, ciders, and spirits while socializing and enjoying music during the Summer Wine, Beer & Spirits Walk in Bothell. Tickets include 10 tastings.

40. Summer Bonsai Solstice

Date & Time: June 22, 2024 (4 to 8 p.m.)
Location: Federal Way, Pacific Bonsai Museum, 2515 S 336th St.
Witness bonsai trees and demonstrations in a forest setting at the Pacific Bonsai Museum during the Summer Bonsai Solstice event. Donations are encouraged.

41. Washington Brewers Festival

Date & Time: June 22 – 23, 2024
Location: Seattle Center, Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St.
Enjoy tastings from Washington breweries and culinary delights at the Washington Brewers Festival at Fisher Pavilion. Must be 21+ with valid ID.

42. Fremont Solstice Parade and Fair

Date & Time: June 22 – 23, 2024

Parade Location: Evanston Ave. N & N 35th St. (Saturday, 1pm)

Fair Location: N. 35th Street (Saturday and Sunday)

Experience the renowned Fremont Solstice Parade and Fair, featuring a quirky parade, craft market, food vendors, beer garden, street performers, live music, and more. Free admission.

43. Midsomer Festival

Date & Time: June 22 – 23, 2024
Location: Carnation, Camlann Medieval Village, 10320 Kelly Road NE
Step into a medieval setting at the Midsomer Festival in Camlann Medieval Village, offering games, archery, crafts, music, food, and drink.

44. Rhubarb Days

Date & Time: June 22 – 23, 2024 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Location: Sumner, Sumner Main Street Association, 923 Kincaid Ave.
Enjoy live music, a beer garden, crafts, and local vendors at Rhubarb Days in Sumner, the self-proclaimed Rhubarb Pie Capitol of the World.

45. Beyond Wonderland at the Gorge

Date & Time: June 22 – 23, 2024
Location: George, Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Rd. NW
Experience a magical dance music festival featuring pyrotechnics, fantasy sets, and performances inspired by Alice in Wonderland at the Gorge Amphitheatre. Ages 18+ only.

46. National Geographic Live: Wolves

Date & Time: June 23 – 25, 2024
Location: Downtown Seattle, Benaroya Hall, 200 University St.
Dive into captivating explorations with scientists, photographers, filmmakers, and adventurers sharing incredible stories and visuals at Benaroya Hall during the National Geographic Live event. Themes in June focus on wolves.

47. Kids Day in Auburn

Date & Time: June 25, 2024 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Location: Auburn, Les Gove Park, 910 9th St. SE
Children ages 4 to 11 can enjoy a fun-filled day with inflatable rides, pony rides, face painting, games, arts & crafts, music, and food vendors at Kids Day in Les Gove Park. Admission is mostly free.

48. Greenwood Seafair Parade

Date & Time: June 29, 2024 (6:30 to 9 p.m.)
Location: Greenwood, Greenwood Avenue (from N 95th Street to N 85th Street), and then goes west to 6th Avenue NW.
Witness the lively Greenwood Seafair Parade featuring bands, drill teams, floats, and pirates as it travels along Greenwood Avenue from N 95th Street to N 85th Street, then west to 6th Avenue NW. Free to attend.

49. Bremerton Bridge Blast Festival & Fireworks

Date & Time: June 29, 2024 (11 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.)
Location: Bremerton (Festival on Bremerton boardwalk & Fireworks on Manette Bridge)
Enjoy live music, a beer garden, and vendor offerings along the Bremerton boardwalk, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display launched from The Manette Bridge at 10:15 p.m. Free admission.

50. Tacoma Ocean Fest

Date: June 29, 2024
Location: Tacoma, Foss Waterway Seaport Museum, 705 Dock St.
Participate in a variety of ocean-themed activities including film screenings, beach walks, beach cleanups, and lantern kayaking (on Friday). The main arts & science festival takes place at Foss Waterway Seaport Museum. Free to attend.

51. Cascade Gem and Mineral Show

Date & Time: June 29 – 30, 2024 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Location: Kent, Kent Commons, 525 4th Ave. N
Explore 30 vendor booths, visit the kids’ area, and watch demonstrations of lapidary arts at the Cascade Gem and Mineral Show held at Kent Commons. Admission is free.

Don’t miss out on the diverse and dynamic experiences waiting for you this June in the Puget Sound area. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, art lover, or simply looking for family fun, these events promise to make your June unforgettable. Mark your calendars and join in the excitement!