The solstice just passed and the Swedes have a 100-year party to prove it.
Long days, warm evenings, maypoles on Sunday, taiko drums on Saturday, and exotic cars Saturday morning. Make use of the light!
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When: July 1
Minions & Monsters
Fresh off the worldwide blockbuster success of summer 2024’s funniest comedy, Despicable Me 4, Illumination expands its joyful animated universe with a riotous new chapter, featuring all-new characters, in the biggest global animated franchise in history: Minions & Monsters.
This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created. Minions & Monsters is only in theaters July 1st!
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Friday Events 👇
🔬 Super Science Night: Science of Soccer at KidsQuest (Bellevue)
Kick off summer at KidsQuest with hands-on soccer science — measure kick force, track ball trajectories, learn about hydration and athletic performance. All ages. Activities run 4–6:30pm, museum open until 7pm.
Price: $5 children / $5 non-member adults / members free
🎌 Japan Fair Heritage Program (Bellevue)
Friday evening preview for Japan Fair's 10th anniversary — live cultural performances and demonstrations at Meydenbauer Center, 5:30–7pm. Registration is encouraged; check the site to reserve your spot.
Price: free
🚲 Kiddie Kilo at Marymoor Velodrome (Redmond)
Kids up to age 12 bring any bike, trike, push bike, or scooter for laps around a real velodrome track — registration at 6:30pm, with races starting shortly after. Running every Friday night through August 28.
Price: Free for kids; $5 adults
🏃 South Bellevue Community Center Indoor Play (Bellevue)
Drop-in gym play every Friday, 10:30am–12pm in Gym B — bounce houses, soft mats, and climbing toys for ages 0–5. A solid low-key morning option before the evening events.
Price: $4 resident / $5 non-resident; caregiver free
🔬 Kids Magic Lab Open Play (Redmond)
STEAM-focused indoor play space at Redmond Town Center with sensory activities, building stations, and hands-on exploration for ages 9 months to 8 years. Open 9:30am–5:30pm; check their calendar as they occasionally close for private events.
Price: From $29/first child
🛍️ Juanita Friday Market (Kirkland)
The waterfront market returns to Juanita Beach Park from 3-7pm with vendors, live music, and free kids' crafts. Combine with the beach park afterward.
Price: free
🦸 Superhero Day at Nick's Magnificent (Issaquah)
Spider-Man, Wonder Woman, and Captain America make special appearances throughout the day at this indoor playground. Kids can meet heroes, take photos, and play. 10am–8pm.
Price: admission price
⚽ World Soccer Watch Party: Norway v. France (Redmond)
Watch the World Cup live at Redmond Library — Norway vs. France on the big screen, with games, activities, and community fun. Sponsored by the City of Redmond. Noon–2pm. All ages.
Price: $4 resident / $5 non-resident; caregiver free
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Saturday Events 👇
🌿 Woodinville Farmers Market (Woodinville)
Saturday market in Woodinville wine country — local produce, baked goods, artisanal goods, and prepared food from regional vendors. 10am–2pm, 13205 NE 175th St.
Price: free
🚗 Exotics at Redmond Town Center (Redmond)
The largest weekly exotic car gathering in the US, right here on the Eastside — Ferraris, Lamborghinis, McLarens, and rare classics every Saturday morning, 9–11am. No tickets, just show up.
Price: free
🌽 Redmond Saturday Market (Redmond)
The weekly farmers market runs 9am-2pm at Overlake Christian Church (9900 Willows Rd NE), with local produce, baked goods, prepared foods, and live music.
Price: free
🎌 Japan Fair 2026 — 10th Anniversary (Bellevue)
Free festival at Meydenbauer Center celebrating Japanese art, music, and culture — 20 live performances, 10 cultural workshops, a Kids' Corner with origami and carnival games, 100+ exhibitors, and a food court. Saturday 10am–6pm, Sunday 10am–5pm.
Price: free
🌽 Issaquah Farmers Market (Issaquah)
Saturday market at Pickering Barn in the shadow of the Issaquah Alps — local produce, baked goods, flowers, and prepared food. KCLS librarians run a free family story time in the meadow at noon. 9am–1pm.
Price: Free
Pacific Science Center brings hands-on science activities to Newport Way Library to kick off summer reading — expect experiments, creature encounters, and more. All ages. 11:30am–1:30pm. No registration required.
Price: Free
🥁 Summer Reading Launch: Dekoboko Taiko (Kirkland)
Live taiko drumming performance at Kirkland Library to launch the KCLS summer reading program. A big-energy show for all ages. 1–1:30pm.
Price: free
🔬 Mikey the Rad Scientist: Wild Creatures! (Sammamish)
Local author, Nadia Salomon, will be kicking off Barnes & Noble Crossroad's very first Summer Reading Celebration Party! Nadia will be reading her award-winning picture book, GOODNIGHT GANESHA, illustrated by Poonam Mistry! All ages.
Price: free
Sunday Events 👇
🌸 Midsommar 100th Anniversary at Vasa Park Resort (Bellevue)
A landmark celebration: 100 years of Swedish Midsommar on the shores of Lake Sammamish. Swedish pancake breakfast at 9am, bounce houses, face painting, pony rides, maypole wrapping at noon, and food trucks from 11am. Runs 9am–6pm.
Price: Members free; $10 adults / $5 kids 3–12 / infants free
🪻 Lavender Summer Solstice Celebration (Woodinville)
Admission is required for all guests ages 12 and up for entry into the lavender fields. Please present your purchase receipt at the check-in tent upon arrival to receive your wristband for the day.
Price: $9
🍓 Mercer Island Farmers Market (Mercer Island)
Welcome to the Mercer Island Farmers Market, where farmers, foodies, and friendly neighborhood entrepreneurs join forces to create a community asset.
Price: free
🧱 Build a LEGO Stadium at The LEGO Store (Bellevue)
Drop by The LEGO Store at Bellevue Square between 12–2pm and kids can build a LEGO soccer stadium to take home — a free World Cup tie-in event. No reservation required.
Price: free
⚽ Sensory Friendly World Cup Watch Party (Redmond)
Round of 32 viewing at Redmond Library, designed for neurodivergent families — lower sensory volume, comfort items available, and a welcoming environment. All ages. Noon–3pm. Sponsored by the City of Redmond.
Price: free
🎮 Pokémon Club at Renton Library (Renton)
Draw Pokémon, learn to play the trading card game, do activities, and pick up giveaway items while supplies last. Kids and tweens. 1–2pm. No registration required.
Price: free
🎡 Remlinger Farms Family Fun Park (Carnation)
Family amusement park in Carnation with 25+ rides — carousel, mini Ferris wheel, zipline, steam train, pony rides (reserve ahead), barnyard animals, and live entertainment. Open 10:30am–4:30pm Wed–Sun all summer. Buy tickets online.
Price: Check website for pricing
🏰 Midsomer Festival at Camlann Medieval Village (Carnation)
Step into 14th-century England at this living history museum — the Midsomer Festival runs 12–5pm Saturday and Sunday, with minstrels, games, archery, and village activities. Evening feasts are sold out but the daytime festival is walk-in at the gate.
Price: Check website for pricing
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