07.25.2023

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✈️ It’s about to get loud

A guide to Seafair Weekend Festival in Seattle

Four Blue Angels aircraft fly by the Space Needle on a clear, summer day.

The Blue Angels became a part of Seafair for the first time in 1972. | Photo by @rachelalexisperry

It’s almost August, which means we’re getting even closer to one of the biggest weekend festivals in Seattle — Seafair.

Even though there are a few activities beforehand, the main Seafair events will happen between Friday, Aug. 4-Sunday, Aug. 6 on Lake Washington and at Genessee Park. Here’s what you may not want to miss.

Festival highlights

Alaskan Airlines Torchlight Parade
This event featuring more than 100 entries happens by the Westlake Center downtown on Saturday, July 29 at 3 p.m, a weekend before the rest of the fun. Expect drill teams, marching bands, appearances from our local sports teams, and other cultural performances.

Boeing Air Show
The Navy’s Blue Angels are definitely the most talked-about demonstration, but the show also includes performances by the Air Force, the US Army’s Golden Knights, US Coast Guard, aerobatic teams + a select number of Boeing planes. Aerial demonstrations happen all three days between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Or if you’re trying to stay away from the Blue Angels and their noise — check out our itineraries for trips to Whidbey Island and the Olympic Peninsula.

RELEASEDMCC Eric Harrison Fleet PACEN Det. NW LCPO credit as a U.S. Navy Photo by Eric Rowley — Each hydroplane can hit about 220 mph during their races. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
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MC2 Eric J. Rowley/U.S. Navy

HomeStreet Bank Cup
These hydroplane races are fast + furious — the vehicles all have the capabilities to travel 220 mph on the water. The first race begins Fri., Aug. 4 at 8:55 a.m. with the final scheduled for 2:35 p.m. on Sun., Aug. 6.

Seafair Log Boom
Each day of the fair, tons of boats link together to create one giant party on the lake. Registration is still open for the log boom, with prices starting at $625 per boat under 23 ft long.

Events

Tuesday, July 25

Yoga in Freeway Park | Tuesday, July 25 | 12-1 p.m. | Freeway Park, 600 Seneca St., Seattle | Free | Enjoy a midday break and get your blood flowing with this all-levels class.
Chuckle Bucket | Tuesday, July 25 | 8 p.m. | Club Comedy Seattle, 340 15th Ave. E., Seattle | $7 | Comics drop their name in a bucket and hope they get picked to make the audience laugh.

Wednesday, July 26

BECU Outdoor Movies: “Top Gun: Maverick” | Wednesday, July 26 | 7 p.m. | Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond | $10 | You can be our wingman anytime — pull up a chair, relax, and relive the magic of Tom Cruise’s big-time summer blockbuster from 2022.

Thursday, July 27

Brooks Trailhead Summer Bash | Thursday, July 27 | 6-8 p.m. | Brooks Trailhead, 3400 Stone Way N., Seattle | Free | The weekly trail running club is celebrating the official launch of its new name — the Brooks Run Club Seattle — with hot dogs, cornhole, and deals on running gear.

Friday, July 28

Sip Kirkland Washington Wine Festival | Friday, July 28-Sunday, July 30 | Times vary | Marina Park, 25 Lakeshore Plaza, Kirkland | $25-$60 | Enjoy tasting a bunch of local wines, enjoy yummy food, and rock out to nightly live music.
Downtown Art Walk | Friday, July 28 | Times vary | Hotel Monaco, 1101 Fourth Ave., Seattle | Free | Cruise 10+ stops around downtown Seattle and gaze upon the talent of local artists.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Weather

Whew, we needed a rinse — Seattle saw its first bit of rain in 33 days yesterday. The last time we saw any measurable rainfall was Tuesday, June 20. Temps and sunny skies are forecasted to return today with no more real rain predicted for at least the next week. (Seattle Times)

Community

Several Chinatown-International District small businesses will be getting ~$388,000 in pandemic relief funds. The money is part of a larger $80 million package to help support businesses across the state. (My Northwest)

Coming Soon

Dave’s Hot Chicken, a hugely popular Pasadena-based restaurant that serves Nashville-style fried chicken, will be opening a Capitol Hill location soon. The restaurant will be taking over the space at 1204 E. Pike St. No set timeline for its opening has been announced. (Capitol Hill Blog)

Seattleite

Sick, dude. Local nine-year-old Walker Castle moved on to the second of three rounds in the USA Mullet Championships with a style he calls the “Seattle Paddle.” If he wins enough votes, he’ll be in the final round taking place Monday, Aug. 7-Friday, Aug. 11. (Seattle Times)

Outdoors

Seattle Parks and Rec is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Spruce Street Mini Park, which underwent renovations earlier this year. The city will be celebrating the new play area and ADA features on Saturday, July 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with food and music.

Closing

The Seattle Go Center, a hub dedicated to players of the ancient Chinese game, is looking for a new location. The U District center had to close after 20 years since the new owners of the building plan to turn the space into student housing. (Seattle Times)

Environment

This week, the Woodland Park zoo is preparing to release 35 western pond turtles into the wild as part of a recovery project in partnership with the Oregon Zoo. The public is invited to watch as biologists measure and weigh the turtles at the zoo tomorrow, July 26 at 10 a.m.

Drink Up

🧋 Unbelie-bubble boba

If you’re looking for a way to satisfy your sweet tooth with a fun drink, boba (or bubble) tea is a Taiwanese treat that does the trick. Here are a few places around town where you can enjoy those tapioca pearls of magic.

Tiger Sugar | This instagram-famous company opened its first Washington location near Pike Place last summer. It’s best known for its black sugar boba whose syrup resembles tiger stripes streaking down the glass.

Hangry Panda | If you’re feeling a little adventurous, this restaurant has a boba made with durian, a fruit known for its pungent smell.

The Moo Bar | The drinks on this cafe’s menu will make you drool pretty quickly with flavors like Thai brulee, Oreo matcha cloud, and lychee dragonfruit.

Oasis Tea Zone | This shop with three locations in the area has a sporty look. Try the snow tea made with ice, creamer, and flavors like blueberry, lavender, or wintermelon.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Alina

From the editor

Whew — I had a pretty exciting weekend. My partner and I went and floated the Snoqualmie River on Saturday and made it out to the Blue Jays game on Sunday (my first, and wow, what a crowd). And of course, we peppered in some restaurants along the way. Overall, it was a beautiful summer weekend.

Drink Up Month
What I’m drinking: water — gotta stay hydrated. You should also probably have a glass.

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