The country turns 250 this weekend, and suddenly we need hotdogs.
Two lakes' worth of fireworks, a parade of decorated wagons, and a small child determined to eat exactly one blueberry from every farmers market stall.
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🌲 Timber! Outdoor Music Festival (Carnation)
When: July 23-25
Price: $70+ (kids under 12 free)
Location: Tolt-Macdonald Park, Carnation
Timber! Outdoor Music Festival (July 23-25, Tolt-MacDonald Park) is just two weeks away! Experience the best family tradition with:
Featuring:
🎵 Hand-Curated Live Music
🏕️ Camping Under the Stars
✨ Outdoor adventures like stargazing, kids yoga, and swimming in the river!
Kids 12 and under get FREE admission!
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🎤 Live at Lunch: The South End Boys (Bellevue)
Free lunchtime concert at Bellevue Square's Fountain Court, 12–1pm, featuring The South End Boys (reggae/funky country/classic cuts). Free https://www.bellevuedowntown.com/live-at-lunch/lineup
🚴 Friday Night Racing & Kiddie Kilo at the Velodrome (Redmond)
Track cycling at Marymoor Park's Jerry Baker Velodrome from 7pm, with the free "Kiddie Kilo" kids' race (bring a bike + helmet) — confirmed on the calendar for July 10. Picnic on the infield lawn; food trucks on site. Free for kids / ~$5 suggested adult donation https://velodrome.org/friday-night/
🎶 Summer Nights in Bothell: Music in the Park (Bothell)
Season-opening outdoor concert at the Park at Bothell Landing Amphitheater, 6–9pm, opener Alison Banchero then headliner Laurel Canyon Legacy. Food trucks on site. Free https://www.bothellwa.gov/2032/Summer-Nights-in-Bothell
🎬 Movie on the Green: Coco (Issaquah Highlands)
Free outdoor family movie screening at Blakely Hall, 7pm. Free https://www.visitissaquahwa.com/event/movie-on-the-green-coco/
🧺 Juanita Friday Market (Kirkland)
Weekly neighborhood market, 3–7pm, local produce and artisan vendors — easy evening outing before dinner. Free to attend https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/Departments/Parks-and-Community-Services/Special-Event-Services/Juanita-Friday-Market
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🪄 DroneArt Show: Harry Potter
🎟️ Your ticket to the Wizarding World is ready. Don't miss your night.
Date: Aug 14-15
Price: $47+
Experience an unforgettable open-air spectacle as 1,200 illuminated drones recreate your favorite characters and most beloved moments from the Harry Potter™ films.
💸 Save 10% with code KIDFRIENDLYSEA10 at checkout!
| Saturday |
🎉 MI Summer Celebration (Mercer Island)
Mercer Island's biggest annual festival: community parade 10am, Mercerdale Park 10am–3pm (circus, kids zone, foam party, touch-a-truck, food trucks), then Luther Burbank Park from 6pm with live music and a 10pm fireworks finale. Free https://www.mercerisland.gov/parksrec/page/summer-celebration-2026
💼 Bellevue Children's Business Fair (Bellevue)
Kids ages 6–16 run their own pop-up marketplace at Bellevue Downtown Park, 2–6:30pm — a fun way to support young entrepreneurs. Free to attend/browse https://www.bellevuecbf.com/
🤘 Rock the Meadow Summer Concert Series (Bellevue)
Free all-ages outdoor rock concert at The Meadow (633 110th Ave NE), 2–5pm, featuring SoR House Band and Sliding 8's. Bring a blanket or low chair. Free https://rockthemeadowbellevue.com/
🏎️ Italian Car Day at Redmond Town Center (Redmond)
Weekly exotic car show goes Italian-themed, 9–11am in the South Lot — browse rare Ferraris and Lamborghinis. Free https://redmondtowncenter.com/events/917-exotics-car-show
🌻 Woodinville Farmers Market (Woodinville)
10am–2pm on Festival Street, with a dedicated kids activity tent plus food trucks and live music. Free to attend https://www.northshorefarmersmarkets.org/woodinville-farmers-market
| Sunday |
🍷 Sparkman x DeLille Cellars Summer Market (Woodinville)
Local makers, artists, and food vendors at Sparkman Cellars, 12–5pm. Check website for pricing https://woodinvillewinecountry.com/event/2026-sparkman-x-delille-cellars-summer-market-sparkman-cellars-delille-cellars/
🌸 Art in Bloom (Bellevue)
Free one-day celebration at Bellevue Botanical Garden — floral art installations, live music, poetry, an art market, and hands-on activities. Free https://bellevuebotanical.org/event/art-in-bloom/
🚙 Avants Classics on the Green (Woodinville)
Chateau Ste. Michelle Amphitheatre, 1–6pm — rare/vintage car show plus food, wine, and live music on the winery grounds. All ages welcome; kids 5 & under free with a ticketed adult. $100 retail / $80 club (confirm current rate) https://www.ste-michelle.com/avants-classics-on-the-green-at-chateau-ste.-michelle/5637658340.p
🎶 Marcus King Band (Redmond)
All-ages outdoor concert at Marymoor Park amphitheater, gates 5pm, show 7pm, opener Penelope Road. Kids under 2 free with a ticketed adult. Tickets from ~$82 https://www.marymoorlive.com/shows/
🥬 Mercer Island Farmers Market (Mercer Island)
10am–2pm, with live music from The Djangomatics 11am–2pm — stroller-friendly. Free to attend https://www.mifarmersmarket.org/
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